Le 31
Wool Work Socks
These are crew-length work socks made in Canada from a thick wool-blend knit, with a grey marled body and cream-colored ribbed cuff, heel, and toe accented by a single red stripe near the cuff. They are designed for everyday work wear, providing warmth and durability, while the stretch ribbed edging helps keep the socks in place during use.
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Underwear & Socks > Socks
Specifications
- Material
- 50% wool, 25% acrylic, 20% nylon, 4% other fibers, 1% spandex
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Underwear & Socks > Socks
Product Insights
The Le 31 Wool Work Socks are a Canadian-made, $22 work sock with 50% wool providing natural odor resistance and warmth, reinforced with nylon and spandex for durability and a ribbed cuff for stay-up performance, offering better wool per dollar than Duray/Perri's and 35% cheaper than Fox River, though they run snug on larger feet and require cold wash and air-dry flat to maintain shape.
Verified claims
- Sizing
- Fits US men's shoe sizes 7–12, runs snug on larger feet.
- Fit
- Synthetic blend and ribbed cuff maintain fit during and after use.
- Value
- At 50% wool and $22 CAD, these socks offer 10 percentage points more wool than Duray's 40% wool work sock and nearly double the wool content of Perri's 27% wool sock, while priced about 35% below Fox River's imported merino crew.
- Durability
- 20% nylon reinforces high-friction heel and toe areas against blowouts, 25% acrylic reduces wash shrinkage, and the 1% spandex core with ribbed cuff keeps the sock from stretching out or sliding.
- Provenance
- Made in Canada, one of few domestic wool work socks under $25.
- Washing
- Cold wash (30°C) with wool-safe detergent, inside out.
- Drying
- Air dry flat; acrylic-nylon blend resists shrinkage.
- Maintenance
- Air overnight for rewearing; store folded with moth protection.
- Pilling
- Light pilling is normal; remove with a fabric comb.
- Odor resistance
- 50% wool provides natural odor resistance, allowing multiple wears between washes.
- Stay-up performance
- The 1% spandex core and stretch ribbed cuff, in a 50% wool/25% acrylic/20% nylon blend, keep the socks up and prevent slouching during wear.
- Shape retention
- Resists ankle sagging and bagging better than pure wool socks.
- Shrink resistance
- The 25% acrylic and 20% nylon reduce shrinkage compared to all-wool socks.
- Warmth
- Multiple buyers report these wool work socks are warm and comfortable for cold-weather wear.
- Cushioning
- This sock is constructed as a heavy wool-blend model, indicating a thicker knit for work and winter wear.
Product record
- Title
- Wool Work Socks
- Brand
- Le 31
- Price
- 22 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 5 sourcesUses
Cold-weather daily wear with room to breathe
Several reviewers reach for these wool socks as a winter favorite for cold-weather daily wear, saying the soft, warm knit keeps feet toasty without bulk. The roomier calf fit also gets a shout-out from someone who finds most wool socks too tight, making them an option for office or indoor days in cold environments. Note that one buyer found them prickly and returned them, so comfort may depend on your skin's sensitivity to wool.[1]
A Christmas stocking stuffer that becomes a yearly tradition
Shoppers pick up these wool work socks as gifts at Christmas, using them as stocking stuffers or tucking them right into the stocking itself. A reviews analysis describes them as a thoughtful present perceived as luxurious, and reports that recipients ask for them year after year. Reviewers also note the socks hold up well over years of wear, so buyers replenish annually — making them a recurring Christmas staple for some families.[1]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Wool Work Socks: Choose this if you want a thick, wool-blend crew sock (50% wool with nylon and spandex) for cold-weather daily wear: reviewers describe them as soft and warm without bulk, with ample calf room for those who find wool socks too tight, and long-term wearers report they stay cozy after years of use. They are designed and made in Canada, come in one size in a Pale Grey marled color with cream cuff, heel, and toe and a single red stripe, and are popular as Christmas stocking gifts. Note that one buyer returned them due to prickliness, so if you are unsure whether your skin reacts to wool, testing first is recommended.[1,2] | Ribbed Lambswool Socks: Choose these if you want warm everyday winter socks: the 50% lambswool, 48% nylon, 2% spandex knit is reported to trap heat yet breathe, keeping feet warm and dry, and reviewers describe a soft, insulating feel without bulk. Their medium thickness is said to layer into boots without bunching, and they are designed and made in Canada with ribbed cuffs. Note that they come in one size that may run large—some women found them too roomy and may want to size down—and the ribbed cuff can feel snug on larger calves, while long-term durability is still unproven.[3] | Fair Isle Wool Socks: Choose these crew-length wool socks for cozy everyday wear and indoor lounging on cold days: reviewers say the dense 59% wool-blend knit traps heat effectively, and the festive Fair Isle bands in green or red make them a popular Christmas-stocking gift in a one-size fit. They are thinner than typical wool winter socks and, per some reviewers, not ideal for extreme cold or layering over thicker socks, and the ankle cuffs can run tight. If you have sensitive skin, note the wool texture can feel scratchy and may irritate without a liner.[4,5] |
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
A pair of ribbed knit wool socks shown flat and overlapping, with a grey marled body, cream-colored cuff/heel/toe and a single red stripe near the cuff.
- Pair arrangementTwo socks laid flat and overlapping with the left sock slightly on top of the right sock, showing the outer side and top of the foot and leg sections.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.04 · w 0.88 · h 0.92 (high) - Leg and foot geometryClassic crew-length sock shape with a long ribbed leg section transitioning into a shaped heel and rounded toe; visible seam lines at the toe area.
1 region
x 0.15 · y 0.10 · w 0.72 · h 0.80 (high) - Ribbed knit textureVertical wide rib knit texture runs along the leg and foot, visible as raised ridges of knitted yarn.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.18 · w 0.60 · h 0.68 (high) - Body color and marlingMain body of the socks is a grey marled yarn showing interwoven light and dark fibers.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.24 · w 0.64 · h 0.58 (high) - Cuff and stripeUpper cuff is cream-colored with a single horizontal red stripe near the top edge of each sock.
2 regions
x 0.20 · y 0.02 · w 0.56 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.52 · y 0.00 · w 0.30 · h 0.16 (high) - Heel and toe reinforcementHeel patch and toe cap are a uniform cream color that matches the cuff, visually distinct from the grey marled body.
2 regions
x 0.08 · y 0.56 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.60 · y 0.74 · w 0.32 · h 0.16 (high)
Other
Studio product shot with neutral light gray background, soft shadow under socks, and even diffuse lighting.
- Background and surfaceFlat neutral light gray background occupying the full frame.
- Lighting and shadowEven diffuse lighting with a soft drop shadow below and to the left of the socks, indicating a light source from the upper right.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.64 · w 0.50 · h 0.30 (medium) - Shot compositionSocks are centered and rotated slightly clockwise; image shows nearly entire socks with small crop near the top edge of the left cuff.
Colors
grey marled· main body#A3A29Dcream· cuff, heel and toebright red· cuff stripe#A30324- Pair arrangementTwo socks laid flat and overlapping with the left sock slightly on top of the right sock, showing the outer side and top of the foot and leg sections.
- 02
Product
A single folded wool sock shown front-facing with a kraft paper band around the cuff; visible knit textures include a gray marled leg, cream ribbed cuff, and a single red knit stripe near the cuff edge.
- Overall shapeSock folded in half lengthwise with the toe tucked behind the cuff so the visible face is a flat, elongated rectangle with a rounded top where the toe is folded.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.02 · w 0.64 · h 0.96 (high) - Upper leg knitTop portion shows a gray marled knit made from interwoven light and dark gray yarns with a visible textured stitch pattern.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.02 · w 0.64 · h 0.30 (high) - Paper band around cuffWide kraft brown paper band wrapped horizontally around the sock at cuff height, printed with a decorative circular graphic and text.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.28 · w 0.60 · h 0.18 (high) - Lower cuff knitLower portion is a cream or off-white ribbed knit with vertically oriented ribs and a thicker, denser texture than the marled section.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.46 · w 0.64 · h 0.42 (high) - Red stripeSingle horizontal bright red knit stripe near the visible cuff edge, approximately one rib tall, running across the sock width.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.86 · w 0.56 · h 0.06 (high)
Packaging
A kraft paper band wrapped around the sock is visible with a large stylized brand word and other printed copy and a faint decorative graphic.
- Brand wordmark“Simons”
1 region
x 0.31 · y 0.30 · w 0.38 · h 0.12 (high) - Established year“1840”
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.36 · w 0.16 · h 0.06 (high) - Top left small text“TRICOT FOLK”
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.26 · w 0.12 · h 0.04 (medium) - Top right small text“FOLK KNIT”
1 region
x 0.60 · y 0.26 · w 0.12 · h 0.04 (medium) - Bottom left small text“HERITAGE VINTAGE”
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.38 · w 0.18 · h 0.06 (medium) - Bottom right small text“VINTAGE HERITAGE”
1 region
x 0.56 · y 0.38 · w 0.18 · h 0.06 (medium) - Decorative graphicFaint printed circular emblem and an illustration behind the wordmark, partially distressed in style.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.30 · w 0.40 · h 0.16 (medium)
Other
Minimal studio shot on a light gray background with soft shadow to the left; the sock is centered and vertically oriented and the image is well lit.
- Background and supportUniform light gray backdrop with a subtle cast shadow to the left of the sock indicating a light source from the right.
- Shot compositionSock placed vertically in the center of the frame with even margins on left and right and more space at the bottom.
- Image qualitySharp focus on the sock knit texture; even diffuse lighting with no strong specular highlights.
Colors
marled gray· upper leg marled knit#A3A29Dcream· lower cuff#CBC5B3bright red· cuff stripe#B3031Ckraft brown· paper bandPackaging#B18E64- Overall shapeSock folded in half lengthwise with the toe tucked behind the cuff so the visible face is a flat, elongated rectangle with a rounded top where the toe is folded.
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Customer Reviews
16 total16 reviews · out of 5
Parfait
Parfait
Bonne qualité mais dispendieuses
Rien à dire sur la qualité. Elles sont dispendieuses
Très agréable à porter
Je porte ces chaussettes depuis quelques années, et pour ce Noël j’en ai acheté plusieurs afin de les glisser dans les Bas de Noël.
Great work socks!!
Great work socks!!
Tres jolies
Tres jolies
Chaussette travailleur ….
j’ai du les retournées car elle piquent …. .
Pieds au chaud !
Mes bas préférés . . . doux et chauds
Bas en laine pour homme
Belle qualité prix
Much too expensive
I appreciate no difference between these and far less expensive products elsewhere
Mon Mari adore ces chaussettes
Je lui en achète plusieurs pairs à chaque Noël et il me le rappelle pour ne pas que je l'oublie :)
Mon Chéri les adore
J’en achète qques pairs à chaque année pour mon Chéri et je lui offre en cadeaux car lui, il les trouve un peu chers alors il préfère les recevoir que les acheter lui-même :)
Very cozy, washes well.
Very cozy, washes well.
Un classique
Des chaussettes que j’achète année après année à mon mari
Warm and Comfortable
Warm, nice fit, and ample room in the calf area.
Parfait
Parfait
Super confortable
Bas très chaud et de bonne qualité.