
Le 31
100% European Linen Short-Sleeve Shirt Modern Fit
This is a modern-fit short-sleeve button-front shirt from the Le 31 by Simons line, designed exclusively in Canada. It is made from a lightweight fabric of organic cotton and breathable Masters of FLAX FIBRE™ linen, with features including a pointed spread collar, a center back pleat, and a curved shirttail hem. The tailored silhouette with fitted shoulders and narrow sleeves provides a close-to-body fit suitable for warm-weather use.
- Material
- Organic cotton and Masters of FLAX FIBRE linen
- Gender
- male
- Style
- modern, tailored, smart-casual
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Specifications
A modern fit short-sleeve shirt made from a blend of organic cotton and European linen, designed for a fitted silhouette.
Modern fit with fitted shoulders and narrow sleeves; lightweight and breathable fabric.
- Material
- Organic cotton and Masters of FLAX FIBRE linen
- Secondary
- organic-cotton
- Style
- modern, tailored, smart-casual
- Occasion
- casual, vacation
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Additional Attributes
- Modern fit silhouette
- Fitted shoulders
- Narrow sleeves
- Short sleeves
- Lightweight fabric
- Organic cotton content
- European linen content
- Breathable Masters of FLAX FIBRE linen
Product Insights
Le 31's modern fit shirt blends the breathability and softness of linen with the shape retention and reduced wrinkling of a cotton-linen blend, offering a close-to-body cut that buyers find ideal for smart-casual workplaces and summer heat, though the lack of a chest pocket reduces small-item convenience and sizing up sacrifices the tailored silhouette.
Verified claims
- Sizing
- True to size with 1″ more chest and 4″ more waist than slim fits.
- Fit
- Close-to-body fit via cut, perfect out of box.
- Use case
- The shirt's fitted shoulders and narrow sleeves read as smart-casual tailoring rather than beachy ease.
- Fabric composition
- 100% linen per material field, but actually a cotton-linen blend.
- Wrinkle & shape retention
- Better shape retention and less wrinkling than 100% linen.
- Comfort
- The shirt is lightweight and comfortable in warm weather, with buyers reporting it as a comfortable linen shirt.
- Chest pocket
- A buyer would have liked a chest pocket on the shirt.
- Design updates
- A 5-year buyer reports annual design updates and quality gains.
- Breathability
- The shirt is made from breathable linen that is suitable for warm-weather wear.
- Versatility
- The shirt's tailored smart-casual look suits both office and summer wear, and one buyer has purchased it for five years.
- Silhouette
- Sizing up sacrifices the modern fit's tailored silhouette.
- Aesthetic and feel
- A repeat buyer describes the shirt as having a superior European look and feel.
Product record
- Title
- 100% European Linen Short-Sleeve Shirt Modern Fit
- Brand
- Le 31
- Price
- 79 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 7 sourcesUses
Staying cool on summer days
For summer vacations, outdoor gatherings, and other hot-weather occasions, this 100% European linen shirt is meant to keep you cool and comfortable in the heat. Based on customer reviews, the breathable linen feels soft against the skin right away, with no scratchiness reported. Its classic style also made it a well-received gift for a partner ahead of sunny days.[1]
Smart-casual office wear
An analysis of customer reviews suggests this shirt works as a smart-casual option for the workplace, with the modern fit and clean design giving a polished yet relaxed look suited to office settings.[1]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| 100% European Linen Short-Sleeve Shirt Modern Fit: Choose this if you want a lightweight, breathable 100% European linen shirt (listed as Masters of FLAX FIBRE linen) for hot-weather wear, summer vacations, or smart-casual office looks. Reviewers found the modern fit true to size with a comfortable feel that needs no breaking in, and repeat buyers report reliable quality year after year. Note that the design has no chest pocket, so you will need alternative options for glasses or pens, and the fabric appears slightly sheer where it is layered.[1,2,3] | 100% European Linen Short-Sleeve Shirt Comfort Fit: Choose this if you want a relaxed, untucked summer shirt: the comfort fit has a straight cut with room in the shoulders and sleeves, and its lightweight 100% European Masters of FLAX FIBRE™ linen is breathable for hot days, with reviewers affirming the fabric's quality. Be aware the comfort fit runs large with a boxy torso and longer-than-expected hem—buyers found it roomier than standard sizes even in their usual size, so consider sizing down or trying it on, and it will likely disappoint if you want a trim, tailored fit.[4] | Linen-Organic Cotton Shirt Relaxed Fit: Choose this if you want a relaxed-fit, long-sleeve button-up in a lightweight blend of 55% Masters of FLAX FIBRE linen and 45% organic cotton, with the retailer describing the linen as breathable for warmer days. It suits anyone drawn to an airy, slightly textured shirt with a curved hem that sits longer at the back, a point collar, and cream buttons, and it comes in White and Chocolate/Espresso. Note that the Chocolate/Espresso color is listed only in size Large, while White runs from Medium to X-Large.[5,6,7] |
Image Analysis
3 images- 01

Product
Front view of a short-sleeve, button-front white linen shirt worn open over a white tank; visible collar, short sleeves, curved hem, and pale buttons down the center front.
- Shirt silhouetteShort-sleeve, relaxed-fit button-up shirt with a pointed collar and a gently curved hem; shirt is worn open over an inner tank so front placket is visible.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.12 · w 0.68 · h 0.78 (high) - Fabric appearanceLightweight, slightly sheer woven linen texture visible where shirt overlaps the tank and on the sleeves; fabric appears breathable with subtle weave irregularities.
2 regions
x 0.20 · y 0.18 · w 0.42 · h 0.36 (medium); x 0.54 · y 0.18 · w 0.30 · h 0.36 (medium) - Front placket and buttonsSingle row of small round pale buttons along the center front placket; some buttons are fastened near the lower torso while upper buttons are unfastened because shirt is worn open.
1 region
x 0.43 · y 0.20 · w 0.10 · h 0.60 (high) - Collar detailStandard pointed shirt collar with visible topstitching and a moderately low spread; collar lies flat against the model's neck.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.08 · w 0.36 · h 0.12 (high) - Sleeve hemShort sleeves end above the elbow with a simple folded hem creating a neat cuffed appearance.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.30 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.68 · y 0.30 · w 0.16 · h 0.18 (high) - Visible inner layerWhite tank top visible underneath the open shirt through the open placket and at the neckline, distinct from the shirt fabric.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.30 · w 0.22 · h 0.30 (high) - Lower front overlapShirt front panels hang open over light-colored pants, showing the shirt's curved hem and a single visible front button of the pants at the waist.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.64 · w 0.40 · h 0.30 (high)
Other
Studio shot of a model from head to mid-thigh against a clean white background with even soft lighting; model wears large sunglasses and has hands in pants pockets; minimal shadows.
- Model and poseMale model shown facing slightly to viewer's left with hands in pants pockets; torso centered in frame.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.02 · w 0.64 · h 0.96 (high) - AccessoryLarge dark-framed sunglasses worn by the model, covering the eye area.
1 region
x 0.35 · y 0.02 · w 0.30 · h 0.12 (high) - Background and lightingUniform light neutral background with soft, even lighting and minimal directional shadowing.
- Image cropFramed from just above the model's head to mid-thigh, showing full shirt front and part of pants.
Colors
warm white· shirt body#CDC4C3pale cream· buttons- Shirt silhouetteShort-sleeve, relaxed-fit button-up shirt with a pointed collar and a gently curved hem; shirt is worn open over an inner tank so front placket is visible.
- 02

Product
Upper front portion of a white short-sleeve button-up linen shirt is visible: open top buttons, pointed collar, visible placket and shoulder area; a white tank top is visible underneath.
- CollarPointed spread collar made from the same lightweight plain-woven white fabric as the shirt, lying flat and slightly open at the top button.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.45 · w 0.72 · h 0.20 (high) - Front placket and buttonsVertical front placket with three visible round cream/ivory buttons; placket is unbuttoned at the top exposing an inner white tank.
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.55 · w 0.24 · h 0.36 (high) - Fabric textureLightweight plain-woven linen with a visible subtle slub texture and slightly sheer quality where layered over the tank.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.50 · w 0.90 · h 0.45 (medium) - Shoulder and upper chestUpper chest and shoulder area of the shirt visible, showing relaxed fit across the chest and natural drape of the linen fabric.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.42 · w 0.90 · h 0.28 (high) - Undershirt visibleWhite ribbed tank top visible beneath the open placket at the chest.
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.70 · w 0.28 · h 0.18 (high)
Other
Studio portrait crop showing model from upper chest to top of head against a plain light background; large sunglasses worn by the model and soft even lighting with minimal shadows.
- Shot compositionClose-up portrait crop framing the model from upper chest to just above the hairline, centered horizontally with the face turned slightly right.
- BackgroundUniform light neutral background with no visible props or environment details.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (low) - Model accessoriesLarge dark tortoiseshell-style sunglasses covering the eyes and upper nose of the model.
1 region
x 0.21 · y 0.14 · w 0.58 · h 0.18 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft even studio lighting with minimal directional shadowing visible under the chin and at the collar seam.
Colors
off-white linen· shirt fabricivory· buttons- CollarPointed spread collar made from the same lightweight plain-woven white fabric as the shirt, lying flat and slightly open at the top button.
- 03

Product
Rear three-quarter view of a lightweight white short-sleeve linen shirt on a male model, showing the back yoke, center back pleat, short sleeves with narrow cuffs, and a curved shirttail hem.
- View and fitShirt shown from the back with a slight left-facing three-quarter angle on a model; the body hangs straight with a relaxed modern fit.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.08 · w 0.80 · h 0.88 (high) - Back yokeHorizontal back yoke seam runs across the upper shoulders from sleeve to sleeve.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.18 · w 0.68 · h 0.12 (high) - Center back pleatSingle vertical inverted pleat or fold centered below the yoke expanding into the back body.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.22 · w 0.12 · h 0.58 (high) - Collar styleLow camp-style collar visible from the rear neckline, lying flat against the neck.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.08 · w 0.32 · h 0.10 (high) - Sleeves and cuffsShort sleeves with narrow folded or stitched hems that fall above the elbow.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.26 · w 0.22 · h 0.22 (high); x 0.66 · y 0.26 · w 0.20 · h 0.22 (high) - Hem shapeCurved shirttail hem that is longer at the back center and rounded at the sides.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.68 · w 0.60 · h 0.26 (high) - Fabric textureLightweight slightly sheer plain-woven linen texture visible across the entire back panel and sleeves.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.20 · w 0.64 · h 0.64 (high) - Visible seamsVisible shoulder seams and side seams following the garment edges; stitching is tonal and subtle.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.16 · w 0.72 · h 0.72 (medium)
Other
Studio shot with a plain light background showing a male model from the rear-left three-quarter angle; soft even lighting with minimal shadows.
- Shot compositionPortrait-oriented studio photograph framing the model from head to hips, centered vertically with space above the head.
- BackgroundEven off-white or very pale background with no visible props or text.
- Model poseModel stands with arms relaxed at sides, head turned slightly to the left showing left profile.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.04 · w 0.30 · h 0.32 (high) - Lighting and shadowsSoft, diffuse lighting with minimal harsh shadows and slight shadowing under the left arm and along the shirt folds.
Colors
off-white· shirt body#F2F1F2- View and fitShirt shown from the back with a slight left-facing three-quarter angle on a model; the body hangs straight with a relaxed modern fit.
Variants
7 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4491515 | 100% European Linen Short-Sleeve Shirt Modern Fit - White - Medium | CA$59.95CA$79.00 | Yes |
| 4491516 | 100% European Linen Short-Sleeve Shirt Modern Fit - White - Large | CA$59.95CA$79.00 | Yes |
| 4491517 | 100% European Linen Short-Sleeve Shirt Modern Fit - White - X-Large | CA$59.95CA$79.00 | Yes |
| 4491518 | 100% European Linen Short-Sleeve Shirt Modern Fit - White - Xx-Large | CA$59.95CA$79.00 | Yes |
| 4491534 | 100% European Linen Short-Sleeve Shirt Modern Fit - Indigo/dark Blue - Small | CA$59.95CA$79.00 | Yes |
| 4491535 | 100% European Linen Short-Sleeve Shirt Modern Fit - Indigo/dark Blue - Medium | CA$59.95CA$79.00 | Yes |
| 4491536 | 100% European Linen Short-Sleeve Shirt Modern Fit - Indigo/dark Blue - Large | CA$59.95CA$79.00 | Yes |
Documents & Data
Customer Reviews
6 total6 reviews · out of 5
Chemise
J'aurais aimé avec une poche
As always, a superior Euro look and feel
I have been buying these shirts for 5 years. The design is always updated subtly and the quality improved commensurately.
Nice Shirt
Happy with the Shirt
Simple, elegant
Nice simple linen shirt, very comfortable.
Great lightweight Shirt
A gift for my husband, this shirt was a winner! Can't wait for some warm weather so he can wear it.
Belle qualite
Belle qualité, taille parfaite