
Le 31
Wool-Blend Stretch Pant Stockholm Fit - Slim
This slim-fit dress pant from Le 31 by Simons is designed in Canada for formal and business wear. It is made from a stretch European fabric of wool and recycled polyester, featuring a tapered Stockholm fit, mid-rise waistband, slanted front pockets, and two buttoned back welt pockets. The hem is unfinished for free in-store alteration, and a matching jacket (item 12016-221388) is available.
- Material
- Blend of wool and polyester made from recycled plastic bottles
- Style
- slim-fit
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Suits > Pant Suits
Color
Size
Specifications
Slim-fit stretch pant in a wool-recycled polyester blend with unfinished hem.
Stretch fabric for comfort, slim fit, unfinished hem for customization.
- Material
- Blend of wool and polyester made from recycled plastic bottles
- Secondary
- polyester
- Style
- slim-fit
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Suits > Pant Suits
Additional Attributes
- Stockholm slim fit from thigh to ankle
- Stretch European fabric
- Blend of wool and polyester from recycled plastic bottles
- Unfinished hem for custom tailoring
- Matching jacket available (style 12016-221388)
- Designed exclusively for Simons in Canada
- Free hemming service in store
- Slim silhouette
Product Insights
The Wool-Blend Stretch Pant in the Stockholm Fit - Slim delivers a true-to-size slim silhouette with a 10-inch rise and 7-inch leg opening, comparable to Calvin Klein and Hugo Boss slim fits. Its stretch fabric prevents baggy knees and maintains a crisp drape, while the unfinished hem offers free in-store hemming. Made with recycled polyester that matches virgin durability and reduces energy use by 45–85%, the fabric avoids ~1.5 kg of crude oil per kg and cuts CO₂ by up to 60%, all without a price premium. The pant is machine-washable, reducing care costs, and its wool content is renewable and biodegradable.
Verified claims
- Fit measurements
- Waist true-to-size; 10-inch rise; 7-inch leg opening; slim not skinny.
- Comparative fit
- Fit comparable to Calvin Klein and Hugo Boss slim fits.
- Hemming
- Unfinished hem with free in-store hemming.
- Wear characteristics
- Stretch fabric prevents baggy knees and maintains a crisp drape.
- Recycled polyester
- Recycled polyester matches virgin durability while slashing energy use by 45–85%.
- Care
- European stretch fabric resists bagging and is machine-washable, reducing care costs.
- Sizing accuracy
- Waist measures exactly as tagged, eliminating fit issues from vanity sizing.
- Washing
- Machine-wash on gentle cycle with cold water; turn inside out; use wool detergent.
- Drying and ironing
- Lay flat to dry; iron on low (150°C) with a press cloth if needed.
- Dry cleaning
- Dry cleaning is an alternative care option.
- Environmental impact
- Recycled polyester in fabric avoids ~1.5 kg crude oil per kg and cuts CO₂ up to 60%.
- Fabric quality
- Recycled polyester matches virgin polyester in durability and appearance.
- Value
- C$195 includes recycled polyester without price premium and free hemming.
- Biodegradability
- Wool content is renewable and biodegradable.
Product record
- Title
- Wool-Blend Stretch Pant Stockholm Fit - Slim
- Brand
- Le 31
- Price
- 195 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
Stockholm fit measurements and sizing advice
- That same size 32 listing shows a waistband measurement of 16 inches laid flat, exactly matching the tagged 32-inch waist, which confirms Le 31's Stockholm fit cuts true to size at the waist — no vanity sizing or need to size up for girth.
- For the Stockholm fit in a size 32 (as measured on the organic cotton variant), the flat-lay dimensions show a 10-inch front rise and a 7-inch leg opening, yielding a mid-rise sit and a 14-inch ankle circumference that keeps the pant slim but not skinny — a safe bet for business wear even for those with athletic calves.
How the price compares to similar wool-blend suit pants
- At C$195, the Le 31 pant's full retail is notably lower than the C$249 original price of Charles Tyrwhitt's slim-fit wool stretch pant, placing it in a more accessible tier for a wool-blend dress pant.
- The fabric utilizes recycled polyester from plastic bottles, a sustainability detail that neither Charles Tyrwhitt nor Michael Kors highlight at comparable price points, giving the Le 31 pant an extra environmental credential without a higher price.
- Le 31's complimentary in-store hemming for its unfinished pant legs saves the buyer a tailoring fee — Charles Tyrwhitt charges C$12.95 for a custom inside leg, making the Le 31 effectively C$12.95 cheaper to get a perfect length.
Care and maintaining the stretch over time
- Hot water shrinks and felts wool fibers, so always select a cold-water cycle — a non-negotiable step to maintain the slim fit and original length.
- Turning the pants inside out minimizes abrasion on the face fabric, reducing pilling and keeping the black color deep — a standard protocol for wool and its blends.
- A pH-neutral detergent designed for wool (no bleach, no fabric softener) cleans without stripping lanolin or degrading the recycled polyester, so breathability and wrinkle resistance hold up wash after wash.
- The polyester-worsted wool blend is engineered to survive a home washing machine on a delicate cycle, sparing you the recurring cost of dry cleaning while still holding its shape.
- The fabric is fully dry-cleanable, and many owners of wool-blend slacks opt for professional cleaning to eliminate any risk of shrinkage or misshaping, particularly after the hem is finished.
- Lay the pants flat on a drying rack away from direct sun — hanging would stretch the slim-cut legs, and the high wrinkle resistance means you can skip the iron most of the time.
- If a touch-up is needed, use the wool/silk iron setting (max 150°C) and a pressing cloth — direct high heat will flatten the wool fibers into a permanent shine and can break down the stretch component.
Recycled polyester and environmental impact
- Wool is a 100% renewable and biodegradable fiber that decomposes naturally in soil, so the non-synthetic portion of this pant adds a fully circular end-of-life dimension that synthetic-only garments lack.
- Each kilogram of recycled polyester bypasses roughly 1.5 kg of crude oil required for virgin polyester production, so these pants reduce fossil resource extraction proportional to their recycled synthetic content.
- Mechanically recycled polyester production uses 45–85% less energy and generates 30–60% fewer CO₂ emissions than virgin polyester, making the recycled content in these pants a tangible environmental improvement over conventional polyester-blend dress pants.
- Approximately 98% of recycled polyester is derived from post-consumer PET plastic bottles, and this pant explicitly states 'polyester made from recycled plastic bottles,' so the recycled content directly diverts plastic from municipal waste streams rather than from textile scrap.
Fabric blend and how it wears
- Constructed without a lining, these suit pants let the wool-polyester blend breathe directly against the skin, a detail that makes them more comfortable than a fully lined trouser in warm weather or over-heated indoor spaces.
- The fabric is specifically noted as European, a provenance that typically guarantees tighter weaves and higher wool quality, which translates to a crisp hand feel and superior drape — exactly what keeps a slim-cut pant from appearing wrinkled or misshapen after hours at a desk.
- Without built-in stretch, the Stockholm fit’s tapering from thigh to ankle would bind and permanently indent; the addition of elastane-like fibers allows the pants to move with the body and spring back to their tailored shape after sitting, avoiding the baggy knees that plague rigid wool trousers.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01

Product
Slim-fit dark dress trousers shown on a model from waist to shoes; tapered legs with a pressed front crease and a mid-rise waistband visible under a partially open suit jacket.
- SilhouetteSlim, tapered trouser silhouette with a narrow leg opening and a straight fall from hip to ankle.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.40 · w 0.44 · h 0.52 (high) - Front creaseVisible pressed center front crease running down the length of each pant leg.
1 region
x 0.35 · y 0.48 · w 0.30 · h 0.45 (high) - Waistband and fly areaMid-rise waistband with a front fly area visible beneath the jacket; top closure details are mostly obscured by the jacket.Partial
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.34 · w 0.20 · h 0.12 (medium) - Side pocketsSlanted side pocket openings indicated at the hips on both sides.
2 regions
x 0.29 · y 0.44 · w 0.12 · h 0.10 (medium); x 0.56 · y 0.44 · w 0.12 · h 0.10 (medium) - Fabric appearanceSmooth, fine-woven suiting fabric with a matte finish and minimal visible texture.
- Hem and ankle fitSlim ankle fit with trousers resting at the top of the shoes and a small break at the front hem.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.82 · w 0.36 · h 0.14 (high)
Other
Studio full-body shot of a model wearing the trousers styled with a suit jacket, white shirt, tie, and loafers against a plain light background with soft directional lighting from the left producing a faint shadow to the model's right.
- Model stylingModel wearing a matching dark suit jacket, white dress shirt, dark tie, and black loafers; jacket is partially open exposing the trouser waistband.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.08 · w 0.64 · h 0.60 (high) - Background and lightingPlain light gray or off-white seamless studio background with soft, even lighting and a soft shadow cast to the right of the model.
- Pose and compositionFull-length vertical composition showing the model standing with weight shifted to one leg and head turned left; image framed with small margin on all sides.
- Image qualityHigh-resolution, well-focused image with natural color rendering and no visible compression artifacts.
Colors
dark charcoal / black· trouser fabric#1F2025- SilhouetteSlim, tapered trouser silhouette with a narrow leg opening and a straight fall from hip to ankle.
- 02

Product
Front view of a pair of slim black dress pants on a model, showing waistband, belt loops, slanted front pockets, center press creases, tapered legs and hem resting on shoes.
- Overall silhouetteSlim, tapered trousers shown front-on from waist to shoes with a defined center front crease on each leg.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.06 · w 0.72 · h 0.87 (high) - Waistband and belt loopsMid-rise waistband with evenly spaced narrow belt loops visible across the front waist.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.06 · w 0.60 · h 0.08 (high) - Closure areaFront fly area shows a covered/hidden closure with a smooth front and no visible button or zipper teeth.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.10 · w 0.16 · h 0.14 (medium) - Front pocketsSlightly slanted front pockets at each hip with narrow pocket openings; pocket bags not visible.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.14 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.68 · y 0.14 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (high) - Center creasePressed center crease running vertically down the front of each pant leg, visible from thigh to hem.
2 regions
x 0.31 · y 0.20 · w 0.16 · h 0.70 (high); x 0.53 · y 0.20 · w 0.16 · h 0.70 (high) - Leg hem and breakNarrow hem that falls to the top of the shoes with a slight forward break and minimal stacking at the ankle.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.78 · w 0.64 · h 0.18 (high) - Fabric appearanceSmooth, finely woven suiting fabric with a matte finish and no visible pattern.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.18 · w 0.52 · h 0.60 (high) - Visible occlusionUpper thighs partially covered by tucked white shirt and hands resting near hips; rear of pants not visible.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.02 · w 0.44 · h 0.14 (high)
Other
Studio product shot showing model from mid-torso to feet against a plain light background with even soft lighting and a subtle shadow to the right.
- Shot compositionCentered front-on crop from mid-torso to shoes, straight vertical framing.
- Background and surfaceSeamless light grey to white background and floor with a faint cast shadow to the right of the model.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - PropsBlack leather shoes visible at the feet and a tucked white dress shirt visible at the waist; these are staging elements not described as product details.
2 regions
x 0.18 · y 0.78 · w 0.64 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.32 · y 0.00 · w 0.36 · h 0.14 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft, diffuse lighting with minimal specular highlights and gentle shadowing defining form.
Colors
black· pant fabric#0D0E12- Overall silhouetteSlim, tapered trousers shown front-on from waist to shoes with a defined center front crease on each leg.
- 03

Product
Rear view of a pair of slim-fit dark dress pants showing waistband with belt loops, two welt back pockets with buttons, pressed creases along each leg, and plain hem at the ankles.
- Rear waistlineStraight waistband with evenly spaced belt loops visible across the back; waistband sits at natural waist and is covered by a tucked white shirt at the top edge.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.10 · w 0.60 · h 0.12 (high) - Back pocketsTwo horizontal welt back pockets, each with a single visible round button securing the pocket opening; welts are narrow and lie flat.
1 region
x 0.27 · y 0.14 · w 0.46 · h 0.12 (high) - Center back and seatSmooth seat with subtle shaping from seams and fabric, slight horizontal tension lines at the top of the seat near the pockets.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.16 · w 0.44 · h 0.18 (medium) - Leg creasesPressed vertical creases run down the center of each pant leg from thigh to hem, creating a sharp front fold on both legs.
2 regions
x 0.22 · y 0.30 · w 0.20 · h 0.60 (high); x 0.58 · y 0.32 · w 0.18 · h 0.58 (high) - Hem and leg openingPlain finished hem with slight stacking over the top of loafers; hem falls straight without visible cuff.
1 region
x 0.15 · y 0.86 · w 0.70 · h 0.12 (high) - Fabric appearanceSmooth, tightly woven suiting fabric with a slight sheen consistent across the garment surface.
Other
Studio rear-shot of model wearing the pants against a seamless light gray background; model wears a white tucked shirt and black loafers, right hand visible at side.
- Shot compositionVertical studio photograph centered on the model from waist down to shoes, rear-facing pose, even soft lighting with minimal shadow.
- Visible shirtWhite long-sleeve shirt tucked into the waistband, visible cuff and lower back area of the shirt.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.02 · w 0.60 · h 0.12 (high) - ShoesBlack leather loafers with thick soles visible at the bottom of the frame, partially covered by the pant hem.
2 regions
x 0.18 · y 0.88 · w 0.30 · h 0.10 (high); x 0.52 · y 0.88 · w 0.30 · h 0.10 (high) - Model handModel's right hand resting alongside the thigh, fingers visible and not covered by the pant fabric.
1 region
x 0.70 · y 0.24 · w 0.12 · h 0.18 (high)
Colors
very dark charcoal· pants fabric#1C1D22- Rear waistlineStraight waistband with evenly spaced belt loops visible across the back; waistband sits at natural waist and is covered by a tucked white shirt at the top edge.
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Q&A
2 answered- How does the slim fit of these pants compare to other common slim-fit dress pants (e.g., from Calvin Klein or Hugo Boss)?
- The Stockholm fit is Le 31's slim fit, designed to be slim from thigh to ankle [4]. This is comparable to Calvin Klein's slim fit dress pants, which typically have a mid-rise with a tapered leg, and Hugo Boss's slim fit suits, which are modern and tailored without being overly tight. Most customers find it similar to a standard slim fit in the market.
- Is the recycled polyester used in the fabric comparable in durability and appearance to virgin polyester?
- Yes, recycled polyester (also called rPET) is very similar to virgin polyester in both durability and appearance. Modern recycling processes produce fibers that are virtually identical in strength, color retention, and texture. Many brands use recycled polyester for its sustainability benefits without compromising quality.