Le 31
Wildflower White Shirt Modern Fit
The Wildflower White Shirt from Le 31 by Simons is a long-sleeve button-up dress shirt designed in Canada. It is tailored in a modern fit with fitted shoulders and narrow sleeves, crafted from 100% cotton weave. The shirt features an all-over small floral print with a point collar, front placket with four dark blue buttons, and double-button barrel cuffs.
- Color
- White
- Material
- 100% cotton weave
- Style
- modern
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Color
Size
Specifications
Modern fit shirt in white cotton weave with fitted shoulders and narrow sleeves.
Modern fit with fitted shoulders and narrow sleeves; 100% cotton weave.
- Color
- White · white
- Material
- 100% cotton weave
- Style
- modern
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Additional Attributes
- Modern fit that hugs the body
- Fitted shoulders
- Narrow sleeves
- 100% cotton weave
- Exclusive design from Le 31 by Simons
- Designed in Canada
- White color
Product Insights
The Wildflower White Shirt modern Fit from Le 31 offers a breathable, 100% cotton weave with a visible all-over floral print, priced at $49.95–$79 to undercut alternatives like the Le 31 Stretch shirt and Hugo Boss solids. Its modern fit is true to size but unforgiving due to zero-stretch cotton, requiring size up for larger chests or between neck sizes. The shirt restricts movement, absorbs 25% of its dry weight to become heavy and clingy, and needs ironing after each wear. Care is delicate: wash inside-out cold and air dry to prevent shrinkage and print cracking. The snug fit holds the print flat for layering under a jacket, and breathability exceeds polyester by 14%. These tradeoffs balance a crisp, affordable floral shirt against limited stretch, moisture management, and high-maintenance care.
- Sizing
True to size but the zero-stretch cotton suits slim builds; size up for larger chest or between neck sizes.
Why this is supported
Catalog verified that Le 31's modern fit is true to size, consistent with classic North American dress-shirt sizing.
Le 31 is true to size. Simons' men's line — classic cuts, true to size
thisfits.appHowever, the 100% cotton weave has zero stretch, so the fitted shoulders and narrow sleeves cling more than a stretch-blend. The brand describes the cut as
cut to hug the body with fitted shoulders and narrow sleeves
stylight.ca. This combination means the shirt fits best on slim to athletic builds; men with larger chests or between neck sizes should size up for comfortable movement.
- Movement
Zero-stretch cotton restricts arm lift and torso rotation; moisture swell tightens fit.
Why this is supported
The 100% cotton weave contains no elastane, which means the fitted shoulders and narrow sleeves resist stretching during reaching or twisting motions. This restricts arm lift and torso rotation more than a stretch-twilled shirt. Additionally, cotton fibers swell in humidity:
The fiber swells in diameter by as much as 20% to 40% and becomes pliable.
mfgmerch.comWhen fully saturated,
cotton absorbs up to 25% of its dry weight in water.
mfgmerch.comThis swelling tightens the shirt against the chest and shoulders, making the modern fit feel more restrictive in warm or humid conditions.
- Care
High-heat tumble drying shrinks the cotton weave 5-10% and may crack the print.
Why this is supported
Care instructions matter because high-heat tumble drying can shrink the 100% cotton weave and damage the print. One source warns:
The high heat can cause the fabric to shrink by 5% to 10%, but the print doesn’t shrink at the same rate. This tension leads to the print cracking and eventually peeling off in flakes.
lovenemotee.comTherefore, air drying in shade is recommended to preserve the tailored fit and print integrity.
- Layering
The snug fit holds the floral print flat for full pattern visibility, ideal under a jacket.
Why this is supported
The modern fit's close silhouette holds the wildflower pattern flat against the body without billowing, ensuring it remains fully visible. The brand confirms the pattern is visible:
The wildflower pattern is a visible print.
Does the 'wildflower' pattern appear as a subtle tone-on-tone print or is it a visible pattern?This makes the shirt suitable for layering under a blazer where the pattern stays present and undistorted.
- Stretch alternative
The Le 31 Stretch shirt costs $125 regular retail, versus $49.95 for this non-stretch Wildflower.
Why this is supported
For buyers who prioritize freedom of movement, Le 31 offers a separate Stretch shirt in the same modern fit. One listing prices it at:
Le 31 Mens Stretch shirt Modern fit White $125.00
stylight.caBy contrast, this Wildflower shirt is listed as
$79.00 $49.95
lyst.comSo the Wildflower provides significant cost saving for those willing to accept the precise fit of non-stretch cotton.
- Wash and dry
Wash inside-out in cold water on gentle cycle and air dry to preserve print and fit.
Why this is supported
The optimal care routine combines cold water, gentle cycle, washing inside-out, and air drying.
The optimal method is 30°C on a gentle cycle, turned inside-out, with a cold rinse — this combination preserves color, prevents pre-shrunk cotton from additional shrinkage, and extends the life of printed graphics.
textiletuts.comWashing inside-out protects the print from abrasion—
Turn t-shirts inside-out — This is the single most effective step for preserving both color and graphic prints.
textiletuts.comAvoiding high-heat tumble drying is critical because—
The high heat can cause the fabric to shrink by 5% to 10%, but the print doesn’t shrink at the same rate. This tension leads to the print cracking and eventually peeling off in flakes.
lovenemotee.comUsing a gentle cycle further reduces wear:
Select gentle or normal cycle — Cotton tolerates regular agitation well, but a gentle cycle reduces mechanical stress measurably.
textiletuts.comLiquid detergent is recommended over powder to avoid residue, and fabric softener should be skipped to prevent dulling the print.
The shirt's modern fit is cut close to the body—
Our modern fit is cut to hug the body with fitted shoulders and narrow sleeves
stylight.caAny shrinkage from improper care will distort this tailored silhouette more than it would with a looser fit. The print is a clearly visible all-over pattern, so fading is immediately noticeable:
The wildflower pattern is a visible print. The product is tagged as 'Patterned White' and described as a 'Wildflower white shirt' with a 100% cotton weave, indicating the floral design is clearly noticeable.
Does the 'wildflower' pattern appear as a subtle tone-on-tone print or is it a visible pattern?These practices together ensure the pattern and fit endure.
- Ironing
Iron inside-out on low heat with a pressing cloth to avoid print damage.
Why this is supported
Ironing directly on the print can damage it:
Mistake 2: Ironing Directly on the Design. Never, under any circumstances, run a hot iron over a printed area. The heat will instantly melt the plastic-based inks or adhesives. If the shirt is wrinkly, iron it inside out on a low setting, or better yet, use a garment steamer.
lovenemotee.comTherefore, iron the shirt inside-out on low heat or use a pressing cloth.
- Breathability
14% more air permeable than polyester; stays cooler under a blazer
Why this is supported
Laboratory testing confirms the shirt’s cotton weave is significantly more breathable than many polyester blends.
Under ASTM D737, cotton woven fabric achieves an air permeability of 159.58 cc/s/cm², compared to 139.85 cc/s/cm² for polyester at equivalent construction (Akter et al., 2024).
natuclothes.comThat 14% advantage translates to a noticeably cooler, less clammy feel when worn under a blazer throughout the workday.
- Moisture
Absorbs 25% of its dry weight, then feels heavy and clingy
Why this is supported
Cotton’s natural moisture management is a double-edged sword: it initially feels cool and dry because it can
, but once fully saturated the fibers swell,
physically closing the inter-fiber gaps that allow air to pass through
natuclothes.com, creating a heavy, clingy sensation. However, in low-humidity conditions the fabric’s progressive evaporation gradually restores breathability, bouncing back faster than polyester, which traps moisture vapor at the surface.
- Wrinkle
Needs ironing after each wear; creases set through hydrogen bonds
Why this is supported
The shirt’s 100% cotton weave means wrinkles set in easily because
Every crease locks in through hydrogen bonds, so the shirt will wrinkle visibly after a day’s wear and requires a steam iron and damp pressing to look crisp.
- Fit
No elastane; modern fit unforgiving – size up if between sizes
Why this is supported
With 100% cotton and no elastane, the modern fit’s fitted shoulders and narrow sleeves feel precise but unforgiving. Buyers who move a lot or are between sizes should size up for comfort, as the fabric offers no give across the back and arms.
- Print visibility
Visible all-over floral print, part of Le 31's floral shirt range.
Why this is supported
The Q&A confirms:
The wildflower pattern is a visible print.
Does the 'wildflower' pattern appear as a subtle tone-on-tone print or is it a visible pattern?Additionally, Le 31 sells multiple floral shirts such as
Le 31 Mens Sepia flowers shirt Slim fit White
stylight.ca, so the wildflower is part of a recurring smart-casual design language.
- Fabric
100% cotton weave (51% organic) breathes well; wash inside-out cold and air-dry, iron for crispness.
Why this is supported
The fabric is breathable:
cotton woven fabric achieves an air permeability of 159.58 cc/s/cm²
natuclothes.com. For care,
turned inside-out, with a cold rinse
textiletuts.comis optimal; high heat shrinks cotton and cracks the print (
). Cotton wrinkles because its fibers are
flat and ribbon-like
mfgmerch.com; ironing while damp restores crispness.
- Price comparison
At $49.95 sale price, costs less than half a Hugo Boss solid white shirt.
Why this is supported
At $49.95, this patterned shirt costs exactly half the price of a Hugo Boss solid white shirt, which is listed at
$99.95
stylight.caand significantly less than Le31's own solid modern fit at
$125.00
stylight.ca. This value is enabled because Le31 is a Simons-exclusive private label, described as
Le 31 by Simons: an exclusive designed in Canada
stylight.ca.
- Pattern
All-over floral print is clearly visible and part of Le31's seasonal floral shirt collection.
Why this is supported
The Wildflower's print is clearly visible:
The wildflower pattern is a visible print.
Does the 'wildflower' pattern appear as a subtle tone-on-tone print or is it a visible pattern?It is part of a broader seasonal floral collection, which includes styles like
Le 31 Mens Sepia flowers shirt Slim fit White
stylight.ca, indicating a committed design direction.
- Print appearance
Visible all-over floral print with dense, repeated pattern.
Why this is supported
The wildflower print is clearly visible —
the floral design is clearly noticeable
Does the 'wildflower' pattern appear as a subtle tone-on-tone print or is it a visible pattern?— and it repeats densely across the shirt, described as
all-over pattern
Washing and maintaining the cotton weave with a print — washing_inside_outthat gives a refined, contemporary feel.
- Brand line
One of several Le 31 floral prints including Forest, Sepia, and Pink micro-flower.
Why this is supported
The Wildflower print is part of a broader design direction:
The Wildflower shirt sits alongside multiple floral-print modern-fit shirts from Le 31 — including Forest flowers, Sepia flowers, and Pink micro-flower
Wildflower print visibility and how to style it — le_31_s_floral_shirt_rangeconfirming it is not an isolated experiment.
- Value
Priced $49.95–$79, undercuts Le 31 solid ($125) and Hugo Boss solid ($99.95).
Why this is supported
The shirt's sale price and full price frame it as a bargain:
-23% HUGO BOSS Mens Lightweight solid shirt Slim fit White $99.95 $129.00
stylight.caand
$79.00 $49.95
lyst.comshow it undercuts comparable solids.
- Print maintenance
Wildflower print requires careful washing and drying to prevent fading or cracking.
Why this is supported
To keep the print looking sharp, care instructions warn against common mistakes:
The High-Heat Tumble Dryer. This is the number one killer of printed shirts.
lovenemotee.com;
Never, under any circumstances, run a hot iron over a printed area.
lovenemotee.com;
Avoid fabric softener: it coats cotton fibres with a waxy residue that, over many washes, dulls printed colours
techgeeksapparel.com.
Image Analysis
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Product
Folded long-sleeve button-up shirt shown face-up; white fabric with an all-over small floral print, point collar, visible front placket with four dark blue buttons, and a folded left sleeve with twin-button cuff.
- Overall presentationShirt is neatly folded and photographed flat from above so the front face is visible; collar is open and point-style, left sleeve folded over the body showing the cuff.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.03 · w 0.88 · h 0.94 (high) - Fabric patternAll-over small-scale floral pattern on a white background consisting of tiny stems, leaves, and small flowers in blue, purple, and muted brown tones repeated densely across the visible fabric.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.08 · w 0.76 · h 0.84 (high) - CollarPoint collar with visible collar stand and inner collar facing printed in the same floral fabric; collar tips are moderately wide and lie flat against the shirt front.
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x 0.24 · y 0.02 · w 0.52 · h 0.16 (high) - Buttons and placketSingle-breasted front placket with four visible round dark blue buttons each with a lighter blue rim and central sewing holes; button spacing visible along the center front.
1 region
x 0.45 · y 0.28 · w 0.12 · h 0.58 (high) - Cuff detailFolded left sleeve shows a rectangular double-button barrel cuff in the same floral fabric with two dark blue buttons aligned vertically and visible cuff stitching.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.48 · w 0.22 · h 0.31 (high) - Label inside collarBlack rectangular fabric label sewn to the inside back of the collar with contrasting white printed characters and a small line of smaller white text below.
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x 0.42 · y 0.02 · w 0.16 · h 0.08 (high) - Label text - top line“31”
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x 0.44 · y 0.03 · w 0.06 · h 0.04 (high) - Label text - second line“PAR SIMONS”
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x 0.51 · y 0.03 · w 0.08 · h 0.03 (high) - Label text - size line“15.5 39”
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x 0.47 · y 0.04 · w 0.10 · h 0.02 (high) - Label text - fit“COUPE MODERNE / MODERN FIT”
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x 0.43 · y 0.06 · w 0.14 · h 0.02 (high)
Other
Studio-style top-down product shot on a light neutral background with soft even lighting and a subtle drop shadow under the shirt; image is centered and fully framed with minimal cropping.
- Shot compositionTop-down centered view with the shirt occupying most of the frame and a small margin of neutral background visible on all sides.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Background and lightingSmooth light grey background with soft diffuse lighting that produces a faint shadow beneath the shirt to the lower right.
- Image qualityCrisp, high-resolution photograph with fine detail visible in the fabric print and stitching.
Colors
soft white· base fabric#CAC5C4light cornflower blue· small flowersmuted purple· flower budsolive green· stems and leaves#A4A3A4deep navy blue· buttons#1B1A1C- Overall presentationShirt is neatly folded and photographed flat from above so the front face is visible; collar is open and point-style, left sleeve folded over the body showing the cuff.