Le 31
Triangle Plaque Bolo
This bolo tie features a braided faux leather cord with a triangular plaque slider adorned with tone-on-tone enamelled metal and silver-tone metal tips. Designed exclusively by Le 31 by Simons in Canada, it is worn as a necktie accessory for a Western-inspired look. The plaque showcases a glossy black inset with silver trim and visible fasteners, while the cord is composed of two black braided strands.
- Material
- Braided faux leather
- Gender
- unisex
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Neckties
Color
Size
Specifications
Braided faux leather bolo tie with a triangle plaque featuring tone-on-tone enamelled metal detailing.
Braided construction, triangle plaque with enamel details.
- Material
- Braided faux leather
- Gender
- unisex
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Neckties
Additional Attributes
- braided faux leather construction
- triangle plaque ornament
- tone-on-tone enamelled metal detailing
- exclusive designed in Canada
Product Insights
Le 31's Triangle Plaque Bolo is a modern, architectural accessory that reimagines the bolo tie for contemporary streetwear and crisp white shirts, using a black-on-black enamel triangle and a braided faux-leather cord that mimics genuine leather. Its universal slide adjusts from 14 to 20 inches, allowing the wearer to shift from a formal necktie to a casual pendant, fitting point, band, and spread collars without knots. The core promise is a versatile, risk-free online purchase with in-house $29 flat pricing, but the main tradeoff is that the enamel plaque chips rather than deforms under impact, and the cord requires careful adjustment via the locking clip to prevent damage.
- Collar wearing
Worn under the collar without knots; fits point, band, and spread collars.
Why this is supported
The bolo tie is worn under the shirt collar; no knots are needed.
Put the tie around your neck and under your collar
themodestman.com. Then tighten the slide to the desired height. It
works with any collar style, from point to band
How to adjust and wear a bolo tie — under_collar_threading.
- Slide adjustment
One-size slide fits 14–20 in necks; height controls formality from formal to casual.
Why this is supported
The one-size slide
universal for necks from 14 to 20 inches and beyond.
How to adjust and wear a bolo tie — universal_one_size_fitThe position of the slide also affects the bolo's formality.
The standard way to wear a bolo tie is to tighten it up so it fits snugly around your collar, covering the first button of your shirt.
themodestman.comLowering it to mid-chest with an open collar switches to a casual pendant style.
- Cord care
Always unlock the locking clip before adjusting to prevent cord damage.
Why this is supported
To prevent damage to the faux-leather cord,
always unlock any locking clip before adjusting.
vanguardheritage.comThis avoids premature peeling of the cord surface.
- Slide position
Slide height changes the look from formal necktie to casual pendant.
Why this is supported
The bolo is worn under the shirt collar, as recommended by style guides:
Put the tie around your neck and under your collar
themodestman.com. The standard dressier approach is to tighten the slide so it covers the first button, mimicking a tie:
The standard way to wear a bolo tie is to tighten it up so it fits snugly around your collar, covering the first button of your shirt.
themodestman.com. For a casual look, the slide is loosened and the pendant drops to mid-chest. The slide moves freely along the cord to adjust to any neck size and formality level:
To put on the bolo tie, loosen the slide to fit around your head. Put the tie around your neck and under your collar, and then move the slide up the cord until it is at the desired tightness.
themodestman.com- Color scheme
Black-on-black enamel modernizes the bolo, moving it beyond Western wear.
Why this is supported
The product is described as having
Triangle plaque adorned with tone-on-tone enamelled metal
stylight.ca. In contrast, traditional Western bolos use high-contrast colors, such as
black enamel on a gold tone base
wexpress.com. This tone-on-tone approach gives the Le 31 bolo a modern, monochromatic silhouette that functions as a neutral accent suitable for various styles.
- Material
Braided faux-leather cord mimics genuine leather, not vinyl.
Why this is supported
The cord is specified as
Braided faux leather
stylight.ca, a material that is designed to mimic the look and feel of genuine leather. By comparison, many comparable bolos use vinyl cords, e.g.,
Cord: 36" vinyl with 1" nickel plated zinc alloy tips
wexpress.com. The use of faux leather gives the Le 31 bolo a more considered texture and drape.
- Design integration
Cord's matte braid complements the enamel plaque for an architectural look.
Why this is supported
The design of the Le 31 bolo tie integrates the cord and plaque into a cohesive aesthetic. The cord is described as
Braided faux leather
stylight.caand the plaque as
Triangle plaque adorned with tone-on-tone enamelled metal
stylight.caThe matte texture of the braided cord complements the glossy enamel, creating a monochromatic, architectural look.
- Exclusivity and pricing
In-house Simons program with $29 flat pricing across all bolo styles.
Why this is supported
The product is part of the
Le 31 by Simons: an exclusive designed in Canada
stylight.caprogram, priced at
$29.00
stylight.caacross the collection, making style choice purely aesthetic.
At
CAD, the bolo is part of
. The flat-priced collection makes this geometric design an accessible entry into the trend without the premium of artisan brands.
- Universal sizing
ONE SIZE slide adjusts universally, removing sizing risk for online orders.
Why this is supported
The slide adjusts to any neck circumference:
To put on the bolo tie, loosen the slide to fit around your head. Put the tie around your neck and under your collar, and then move the slide up the cord until it is at the desired tightness.
themodestman.com. This eliminates sizing guesswork and potential returns.
- Tone-on-tone design
Monochrome black plaque and cord form a single dark line when worn.
Why this is supported
The tone-on-tone design creates a monolithic look: the plaque's black enamel over metal is matched by the black braided faux leather cord,
The tone-on-tone black enamel over metal keeps the plaque monolithic — a dark architectural accent at the throat
Geometric triangle trend in men's accessories — tone_on_tone_monolithThe cord material is braided faux leather rather than vinyl, which avoids a shiny contrast. Styling advice often suggests wearing the cord under the collar, so only the plaque and vertical cord line show.
Put the tie around your neck and under your collar
themodestman.comThis styling emphasizes the minimalist design without introducing additional colors.
- Modern positioning
Tone-on-tone design avoids the costume-western look, positioning it as a contemporary accessory.
Why this is supported
Many budget bolo ties use high-contrast color combinations like black enamel on gold, which reads as costume-western.
Triangle bolo tie featuring a southwestern design with black enamel on a gold tone base
wexpress.comThe Le 31 bolo instead uses tone-on-tone black enamel over metal, described as:
Triangle plaque adorned with tone-on-tone enamelled metal
stylight.caThis, combined with its exclusive
Le 31 by Simons: an exclusive designed in Canada
stylight.calabel and $29 price, positions it as a modern, non-western fashion accessory that taps into the geometric trend.
- Enamel durability
Enamel plaque chips rather than deforms under impact.
Why this is supported
The enamel surface is glass fused to metal at 700–900 °C, so it chips rather than deforms under impact. As one jeweller notes,
Protect your enamel jewellery from impact against hard surfaces as this can cause chips or crack in the enamel,
maisonbirks.comPreventing damage requires storing the bolo flat and unbuckled in a soft pouch and adjusting the slider slowly to avoid the metal tip striking the plaque.
- Geometric styling
Tone-on-tone black enamel triangle creates a modern architectural accent for all-black streetwear and crisp white shirts.
Why this is supported
The triangular plaque embodies the geometric trend with its monolithic black-on-black design,
a dark architectural accent at the throat
Geometric triangle trend in men's accessories — tone_on_tone_monolith. It contrasts with traditional bolos featuring southwestern designs like
Triangle bolo tie featuring a southwestern design with black enamel on a gold tone base
wexpress.com; this one's
tone-on-tone enamelled metal
stylight.cakeeps it minimal and fashion-forward.
- Versatility
Adjustable slide lets the geometric accent be worn snug as a tie or loose as a pendant, fitting any neck size.
Why this is supported
The free-sliding mechanism allows the wearer to adjust the bolo's position:
tighten it up so it fits snugly around your collar, covering the first button of your shirt
themodestman.comfor a formal tie look, or
loosen the slide to fit around your head
themodestman.comto wear it as a loose pendant. The slide then moves up to
the desired tightness
themodestman.com, suiting any neck size.
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
A bolo tie composed of a black braided cord with a small triangular plaque slider and two silver metal tips; the plaque has a glossy black inset and a thin silver triangular trim secured with visible silver fasteners.
- Braided cordTwo thin black braided cords form the neck loop and the dual lower strands; cords have visible twisted texture and a matte finish.
3 regions
x 0.18 · y 0.00 · w 0.18 · h 0.50 (high); x 0.64 · y 0.00 · w 0.18 · h 0.50 (high); x 0.48 · y 0.48 · w 0.06 · h 0.28 (high) - Triangular plaqueSmall inverted triangular plaque centered on the cords with a glossy black triangular inset and a textured black backing plate; plaque is outlined by a thin silver triangular trim and held by visible silver fasteners at each corner.
1 region
x 0.45 · y 0.40 · w 0.11 · h 0.07 (high) - Silver fastenersFour small round silver fasteners or rivets are visible on the plaque, positioned near the three triangle corners and along the trim.
1 region
x 0.46 · y 0.40 · w 0.08 · h 0.06 (medium) - Metal tipsTwo silver metal aglets cap the ends of the lower cords; each aglet is cylindrical with a small rounded ball at the tip and a short textured collar where it meets the cord.
1 region
x 0.46 · y 0.78 · w 0.07 · h 0.10 (high)
Other
Studio product shot on a plain white background with soft, even lighting and minimal shadows; product is centered and vertically aligned.
- Background and compositionPlain white seamless background with the bolo centered vertically and horizontally in the frame.
- Lighting and shadowEven diffuse lighting with a faint soft shadow visible beneath the cords and plaque, indicating top-front lighting.
- Image cropEntire product is visible within the frame with small margins; cords extend from near the top edge down to the lower central area.
Colors
matte black· braided cord#020202gloss black· plaque insetpolished silver· plaque trim and fastenersbright silver· metal tips#C5C4C2- Braided cordTwo thin black braided cords form the neck loop and the dual lower strands; cords have visible twisted texture and a matte finish.
- 02
Product
A braided black cord arranged in a loose loop with a partially visible triangular plaque at the lower-left. Plaque has a glossy black inset, textured dark frame, and two visible small metal screws.
- Braided cordTwo-strand braided cord composed of multiple narrow strands with a tight plait, shown as a single continuous loop occupying the central and right area of the image.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.28 · w 0.70 · h 0.52 (high) - Cord textureCord surface appears matte with subtle highlights on individual braid ridges, giving a slightly leatherlike or synthetic leather look.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.40 · w 0.50 · h 0.30 (medium) - Triangular plaque (partial)Lower-left corner shows the tip of a triangular plaque with a glossy black central inset and a textured darker frame; two small round metal screws are visible near the inset edge.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.70 · w 0.22 · h 0.16 (high) - Plaque glossy insetCentral area of the visible plaque is a high-gloss black surface that reflects light, appearing noticeably shinier than the cord.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.72 · w 0.15 · h 0.10 (high) - Plaque frame detailFrame around the shiny inset is darker with a subtly textured or patterned finish and a narrow raised border visible along the plaque edge.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.70 · w 0.22 · h 0.16 (medium) - Metal screwsTwo small round metallic screw heads visible on the plaque edge, appearing reflective and lighter than the plaque surfaces.
1 region
x 0.09 · y 0.74 · w 0.04 · h 0.04 (high)
Other
Studio product shot on a plain light background with soft shadows; image is cropped so only part of the triangular plaque is visible and the braided cord forms a loop across the frame.
- Background and lightingSmooth even off-white background lit from above-left, producing soft shadows beneath the cord and plaque.
- ShadowingSoft diffuse shadows visible under the cord and near the plaque, indicating directional studio lighting.
- Shot compositionClose-up composition cropped to emphasize the cord and the lower-left portion of the plaque; majority of negative space is empty background.
Colors
matte black· braided cord#13120Dgloss black· plaque glossy insetdark charcoal· plaque framemetallic silver· screws- Braided cordTwo-strand braided cord composed of multiple narrow strands with a tight plait, shown as a single continuous loop occupying the central and right area of the image.