Le 31
Cortado Chambray Suit Wool Weave By Marzotto Stockholm Fit - Slim
CA$695.00CAD
In Stock
The Cortado Chambray Suit is a two-piece slim-fit suit (Stockholm fit) from Le 31 by Simons, made in Portugal from 100% virgin wool by Marzotto. It features a single-breasted jacket with notch lapels, piped flap pockets, side slit vents, satiny lining, and matching trousers with an unfinished hem (free hemming service in store). Designed with a 7-inch drop between jacket and pants sizes, this suit is intended for formal and business wear, offering a tailored silhouette.
- Material
- 100% virgin wool
- Gender
- male
- Style
- formal, classic, slim-fit, tailored
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Suits > Pant Suits
Color
Taupe
Size
36-REG.38-REG.40-REG.42-REG.44-REG.46-REG.
Specifications
Slim fit suit in luxurious virgin wool weave by Marzotto, featuring piped flap pockets and satiny lining.
Slim fit with 7-inch drop, piped flap pockets, side slit vents, unfinished hem, satiny lining.
- Material
- 100% virgin wool
- Style
- formal, classic, slim-fit, tailored
- Occasion
- formal, interview, work, wedding
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Suits > Pant Suits
Additional Attributes
- slim fit
- 7-inch drop
- piped flap pockets
- side slit vents
- unfinished hem
- 100% virgin wool
- Marzotto fabric
- satiny lining
- made in Portugal
- exclusive designed in Canada
Product Insights
The Cortado Chambray Suit by Le 31 offers Marzotto wool with a chambray weave at $695, significantly undercutting typical pricing for such mill pedigree through vertical integration. Its heathered brown shifts with movement and light, suiting creative workplaces and summer weddings without a tie. The wool chambray provides a softer, more relaxed drape than worsted suits while resisting wrinkles and pilling via B-Dynamic weave. Sold as separates for sizing flexibility beyond the standard 7-inch drop, it fits the slimmest of Le 31's cuts, tailored for Canadian body types. The tradeoff: dry cleaning required (though limited) and unfinished hem, but free in-store hemming saves $15–$30.
Verified claims
- Mill pedigree
- Marzotto, founded 1836, supplies fabric to Chanel and Hermès.
- Value proposition
- At $695, Marzotto wool rivals premium mills through vertical integration.
- Visual depth
- Chambray weave yields a heathered, mottled brown that shifts with movement.
- Styling context
- Chambray suit works for creative workplaces and summer weddings without a tie.
- Hand and drape
- Wool chambray is softer and drapes more relaxed than typical worsted suits.
- Fit
- Slimmest of Le 31's three fits, engineered for Canadian male body types.
- Sizing flexibility
- Sold as separates; mix and match jacket and trouser sizes beyond the 7-inch drop.
- Fabric
- Portuguese construction and Marzotto cloth typically cost $200–300 more.
- Versatility
- Wool chambray suits multiple dress codes; resists wrinkles and pilling.
- Care
- Dry clean only; steaming safe; limit dry cleaning to a few times per year.
- Durability
- B-Dynamic weave resists wrinkles and pilling; Portuguese construction adds durability.
- Temperature regulation
- Chambray weave and B-Dynamic fabric keep the suit comfortable in warm weather and adaptable to cooler days.
- Wrinkle resistance
- B-Dynamic fabric resists wrinkles and pilling for a pressed look all day.
- Construction
- Piped flap pockets and even-hanging satiny lining mark careful construction.
- Hemming
- Unfinished hem for custom break; free in-store hemming saves $15–$30.
- Color Depth
- Taupe's white weft creates a subtle heathered sheen that changes with light.
Product record
- Title
- Cortado Chambray Suit Wool Weave By Marzotto Stockholm Fit - Slim
- Brand
- Le 31
- Price
- 695 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
How the Stockholm fit compares to other slim suits
- The Stockholm suit is the slimmest of Le 31's three tailored silhouettes, positioned below the semi-slim London and the relaxed Berlin — so if you're cross-shopping the brand's suits, Stockholm delivers the closest cut through the chest and leg without veering into skinny territory.
- The Stockholm suit is sold as part of a separates system that lets you independently swap jacket and trouser sizes, so men whose drop deviates from the standard 7 inches can achieve a tailored fit without costly alterations or buying two suits.
- Simons based the Stockholm block on extensive research into common Canadian male body types, which means the slim fit isn't a generic taper but a considered cut that accounts for broader shoulders or athletic thighs you'd expect in a North American build.
How this suit stacks up against alternatives in its price range
- Construction in Portugal places the suit in a production hub used by labels from Hugo Boss to Paul Smith for their tailored lines, which signals a higher quality of seam‑work and pressing than the typical Asian‑manufactured suits at this price — visible in the piped flap pockets and the even hang of the satiny lining.
- Simons includes free in‑store hemming for the unfinished trousers, a service that online‑only suit sellers cannot offer and that saves $15–$30 on an alteration almost every wearer needs, effectively narrowing the total out‑of‑pocket difference between this suit and a slightly lower‑priced direct‑mail option.
- Unlike the smooth worsteds that fill racks at $500–$700, the Cortado uses a chambray weave — typically a shirting cloth — to give the suit a subtle heathered surface, a softer hand and a relaxed draught that read as polished but not corporate, making it a safer dress‑code gambit for summer weddings, creative workplaces or a smart dinner jacket swap.
Why Marzotto wool is a mark of quality
- Marzotto has been the fabric behind collections from Chanel to Hermès and was the former home of Valentino and Hugo Boss, and it currently supplies partners like Oscar Jacobson for over 25 years — so the cloth in this suit shares a manufacturing lineage with some of the highest-priced garments in the world.
- By using a chambray weave — a construction with coloured warp and white weft — the wool takes on a heathered, subtly textured surface that dials down the formality of a flat worsted without sacrificing polish, making the suit feel appropriate for creative offices, fall weddings, and evening events where a solid navy might read as too corporate.
- Founded in 1836 in Valdagno, Italy, Marzotto has grown into Italy's largest textile group with 3,500 employees, a €300M turnover, and ownership of premium wool brands like Fratelli Tallia di Delfino and Guabello — so the fabric in this suit comes from a nearly 190-year-old institution whose expertise informs every meter of cloth.
- Producing roughly 500,000 rolls of fabric annually — enough for millions of suits — Marzotto's quality control is industrialised, so the suit benefits from a uniformity and refinement that can be elusive when fabrics come from small-batch production.
- Marzotto manages the entire production chain — from spinning the yarn to finishing the fabric — a vertical integration that eliminates margin stacking and allows it to deliver Italian wool quality comparable to Reda or Canonico at a more accessible price point, making this suit a notable value for the material.
- The B-Dynamic construction engineered by Marzotto adds wrinkle resistance and pill resistance to the wool's natural breathability and thermoregulation, so the suit looks freshly pressed even after hours at a desk or a long ceremony and won't develop fuzzy pills after a season of wear.
The unique character of wool chambray
- In the taupe colorway, the white weft threads scatter light across the darker warp, giving the suit a nuanced, heathered brown that shifts subtly with movement — this lends a depth that a solid-dyed worsted taupe suit would lack, making the fabric more visually engaging in natural and indoor lighting alike.
- Wool chambray is a plain weave with a colored warp and a white weft, creating a mottled, heathered surface rather than a uniform solid — on the Cortado suit this translates to a subtle, almost denim-like granularity that softens the formality without losing the tailored edge.
- Marzotto's nearly 200-year heritage as an Italian wool mill and its role as a supplier to high-end European tailoring brands means the Cortado suit's chambray carries a built-in provenance that elevates a $695 CAD house-brand offering.
- Originally a cotton shirting fabric — used for preppy button-downs and vintage work shirts — wool chambray carries an inherent casualness that makes the Cortado suit suitable for less structured outfit pairings like knit ties, loafers, and unlined jackets, rather than demanding a full formal rig.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Front view full-length of a two-piece slim-fit suit worn by a model: single-breasted jacket with notch lapels and matching trousers in a fine brown chambray-like weave; styling includes an off-white knit crew shirt underneath.
- Jacket silhouetteSingle-breasted jacket with two visible front buttons, a slim notch lapel, and a slightly tapered waist; left hand of model is in the right jacket pocket causing a subtle drape on the right front hem.
1 region
x 0.29 · y 0.10 · w 0.42 · h 0.54 (high) - Jacket pocketsTwo horizontal flap pockets at hip level on the jacket front and one welt breast pocket on the left chest.
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.39 · w 0.30 · h 0.20 (high) - Sleeve detailsSleeves are slim with visible buttoning at the cuff on the right sleeve; left sleeve is partially folded by the hand in pocket.
2 regions
x 0.60 · y 0.40 · w 0.17 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.24 · y 0.45 · w 0.12 · h 0.28 (high) - Trousers cutMatching slim trousers with a visible center crease on each leg and a flat front; trousers fall to the shoe tops with a slight break.
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.56 · w 0.34 · h 0.38 (high) - Fabric textureFine chambray-style woven texture with a subtle checked appearance and fine crosshatch visible at this resolution.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.18 · w 0.40 · h 0.70 (high) - Styling layerOff-white knit crewneck shirt is worn under the jacket and is visible at the chest and hem.
1 region
x 0.39 · y 0.24 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (high) - ButtonsTwo round front buttons on the jacket in a darker brown tone; matching buttons visible on the sleeve cuff.
2 regions
x 0.46 · y 0.38 · w 0.10 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.61 · y 0.58 · w 0.06 · h 0.08 (medium)
Other
Full-body front-facing studio shot of a model wearing the suit on a plain white background with even diffuse lighting and minimal shadows.
- Shot compositionFull-length front view centered in frame with the model standing slightly angled to the left and head near the top edge.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.02 · w 0.76 · h 0.96 (high) - Background and lightingUniform bright white background with soft, even studio lighting and a faint shadow beneath the shoes.
- Props and stylingModel is wearing black leather loafers and small earrings; hands are visible with rings on the left hand.
2 regions
x 0.38 · y 0.89 · w 0.25 · h 0.10 (high); x 0.22 · y 0.63 · w 0.12 · h 0.18 (high) - Image qualityHigh-resolution, sharp focus on the outfit with natural color rendering and no visible compression artifacts.
Colors
warm medium brown· jacket and trousers#8A6D63dark brown· jacket buttons and trim#3C2B24- Jacket silhouetteSingle-breasted jacket with two visible front buttons, a slim notch lapel, and a slightly tapered waist; left hand of model is in the right jacket pocket causing a subtle drape on the right front hem.
- 02
Product
Front view of a two-piece suit shown on a model: single-breasted two-button jacket with notch lapels and matching trousers; white open-knit crewneck shirt visible underneath.
- Jacket silhouetteSingle-breasted suit jacket with a slim, slightly tapered cut and a natural shoulder line visible from the front.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.12 · w 0.64 · h 0.56 (high) - Front closureTwo visible front buttons in a single column; both buttons are unfastened and located on the lower half of the jacket front.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.44 · w 0.18 · h 0.20 (high) - LapelsNotch lapels with a narrow notch and a medium width, lying flat against the chest.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.16 · w 0.44 · h 0.18 (high) - Chest pocketLeft-side welt chest pocket with a narrow opening aligned with the lapel line.
1 region
x 0.52 · y 0.30 · w 0.12 · h 0.06 (high) - Hip pocketsTwo horizontal flap pockets at the jacket hip level, one on each side, with straight flaps.
2 regions
x 0.22 · y 0.52 · w 0.18 · h 0.10 (high); x 0.60 · y 0.52 · w 0.18 · h 0.10 (high) - Sleeve detailLong sleeves extend to the wrist; right sleeve shows a narrow row of small dark buttons near the cuff.
1 region
x 0.68 · y 0.58 · w 0.12 · h 0.22 (high) - Trousers frontMatching trousers in the same fabric with a visible front crease and a front fly seam; waistband meets the jacket hem.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.64 · w 0.44 · h 0.32 (high) - Fabric textureFine woven chambray-like texture with subtle tonal variation creating a soft heathered appearance across jacket and trousers.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.12 · w 0.64 · h 0.84 (medium) - UndershirtWhite open-knit crewneck shirt with a visible mesh or netted texture and a solid ribbed crew neckline.
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.28 · w 0.24 · h 0.28 (high)
Other
Studio portrait of a model wearing the suit against a plain light gray background; soft even lighting with subtle shadows; model cropped near mid-thigh; visible jewelry on hands and ears.
- Shot compositionThree-quarter front portrait framing the model from just above the head to mid-thigh, centered in the frame.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - BackgroundPlain, evenly lit light gray background with no visible props or texture.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Model accessoriesModel wearing small hoop earrings and multiple rings on the left hand, which are visible at the lower edges of the frame.
2 regions
x 0.08 · y 0.72 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.66 · y 0.72 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft, diffuse studio lighting producing minimal harsh shadows and gentle shading on the suit surfaces.
- Image cropLower legs are cropped out of the frame; full sleeves and hands remain visible.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.60 · w 1.00 · h 0.40 (high)
Colors
warm medium brown· jacket and trousers fabric#8B7166white· shirt#C6C3C2dark brown· buttons#3D2B24- Jacket silhouetteSingle-breasted suit jacket with a slim, slightly tapered cut and a natural shoulder line visible from the front.
- 03
Product
Rear view of a two-piece suit (jacket and trousers) worn by a model; fabric shows a fine chambray or woven check texture and a brown-taupe overall tone. Jacket back, sleeves, and matching trousers are visible down to the shoes.
- Jacket back panelFull-length rear of a single-breasted suit jacket with a vertical center back seam and a straight hem that falls just below the hips; slight horizontal crease at the hem where jacket meets trousers.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.08 · w 0.62 · h 0.48 (high) - Side ventsShort side vents visible at the lower left and right rear hem of the jacket where the hem separates over the hips.Partial
2 regions
x 0.18 · y 0.46 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (medium); x 0.62 · y 0.46 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (medium) - Sleeve and cuff detailLong jacket sleeves ending near the wrist with visible sleeve buttons on the left cuff; sleeves follow the arm contour with slight fabric pull lines at the elbow.
2 regions
x 0.18 · y 0.18 · w 0.18 · h 0.34 (high); x 0.64 · y 0.18 · w 0.18 · h 0.34 (high) - Trousers rearSlim-fit trousers matching the jacket fabric, with a single pressed crease visible on the rear of the left leg and smooth, tapered silhouette to the ankle.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.52 · w 0.52 · h 0.42 (high) - Fabric textureFine woven chambray or small-scale check texture visible across jacket and trousers, producing subtle tonal variations in the brown-taupe fabric.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.08 · w 0.62 · h 0.86 (high) - Visible model skin and accessoriesModel's head turned slightly to the left showing ear with hoop earring; right hand partially visible at trouser side.
2 regions
x 0.46 · y 0.00 · w 0.20 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.66 · y 0.68 · w 0.10 · h 0.20 (high)
Other
Studio rear-shot composition on a seamless white background; even soft lighting with minimal shadowing beneath shoes; full-body vertical crop showing the model from head to shoes centered in frame.
- Shot compositionFull-length rear shot of a standing model centered in frame with even margins on left and right and generous headroom.
- Background and lightingNeutral white seamless background with soft, diffuse lighting that produces subtle floor shadow beneath the shoes and minimal specular highlights on the shoe leather.
- Image crop and qualitySharp, high-resolution image with clear fabric texture and visible small details; entire product and model are fully visible within the frame.
Colors
brown-taupe· jacket and trousers fabric#8C7165black patent· shoes#0E0D0Ewhite· socks- Jacket back panelFull-length rear of a single-breasted suit jacket with a vertical center back seam and a straight hem that falls just below the hips; slight horizontal crease at the hem where jacket meets trousers.
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Q&A
3 answered- Is the 7-inch drop consistent across all sizes, or can I order different pant sizes for the same jacket size?
- The 7-inch drop is consistent across all sizes, meaning the pant size is proportionally 7 inches smaller than the jacket size (e.g., a 40R jacket comes with size 33 pants). If you need a different pant size for the same jacket, please contact us for mix-and-match options.
- What is the weight of the virgin wool fabric (e.g., 200g, 250g)? Is this suit suitable for warm weather or only for fall/winter?
- The exact weight in GSM is not specified, but the Marzotto virgin wool used in this suit is a B-Dynamic weave described as breathable, thermoregulating, and suitable for four seasons [2]. The chambray construction is typically lightweight, making it comfortable in warm weather while still offering versatility for cooler days.
- What are the specific care instructions for this suit (e.g., dry clean only, can it be steamed or hand washed)? Does the satiny lining require special treatment?
- This 100% virgin wool suit should be dry cleaned only – never machine washed or hand washed. The satiny lining does not require special treatment beyond what the overall suit needs. Steaming is safe and effective for removing wrinkles, and we recommend limiting dry cleaning to a few times per year to preserve the fabric [7].