
Le 31
Xl Braided Knit Sweater Le 31 Studio Capsule
The Le 31 Studio Capsule Braided Knit Sweater is a long-sleeve crewneck pullover from Simons' Le 31 collection, designed in Canada for everyday cold-weather wear. It is knit from a soft, fuzzy alpaca and merino wool blend with an all-over raised braided/diamond stitch pattern, a ribbed crew neckline, ribbed cuffs, and a wide ribbed hem; the fit is relaxed through the body and sleeves, with the hem falling just below the hip. The sweater is light heather grey and is intended for general casual layering and warmth.
- Material
- alpaca and merino wool blend
- Style
- modern, contemporary, trendy, capsule-collection
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Color
Specifications
Exclusive XL braided knit sweater from the Le 31 Studio capsule collection, crafted in a soft and fluffy alpaca and merino wool blend with a crew neck and ribbed edging.
Braided knit sweater in a soft, fluffy alpaca and merino wool blend; crew neck; ribbed edging; part of the Le 31 Studio capsule collection; exclusive Le 31 by Simons design made in Canada.
- Material
- alpaca and merino wool blend
- Secondary
- merino-wool
- Style
- modern, contemporary, trendy, capsule-collection
- Occasion
- everyday, casual, weekend
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Additional Attributes
- XL sizing
- braided knit construction
- soft and fluffy knit
- alpaca and merino wool blend
- crew neckline
- ribbed edging
- exclusive Le 31 by Simons design
- designed in Canada
- Le 31 Studio capsule collection
- cutting-edge design
Product Insights
55% alpaca wool, 23% merino wool and 22% reprocessed polyamide Alpaca supplies softness, warmth and drape, while merino adds elasticity and helps the knit spring back Use body measurements, not garment measurements: Medium fits a 96.5–101.5 cm (38–40 in) chest and Large a 104.5–107 cm (41–42 in) chest Hand wash separately and gently in cold water with a mild detergent; do not soak Warm and breathable for cool weather Expect fluid drape with some relaxation in wear; the blend and ribbing help it spring back
Verified claims
- size_range
- Men's sweater offered in SMALL, MEDIUM, LARGE and X-LARGE
- colorway
- Light Grey only
- material_composition
- 55% alpaca wool, 23% merino wool and 22% reprocessed polyamide
- material_structure
- The 22% reprocessed polyamide is the structural component that helps the knit resist stretching out
- blend_behavior
- Alpaca supplies softness, warmth and drape, while merino adds elasticity and helps the knit spring back
- knit_pattern
- All-over raised braided or diamond textured knit, continuous across the body and set-in sleeves
- ribbed_edging
- Ribbed crew neckline, cuffs and hem
- fit
- Relaxed, slightly loose through the body and sleeves, with the hem falling just below the hip on the model
- sizing_guidance
- Use body measurements, not garment measurements: Medium fits a 96.5–101.5 cm (38–40 in) chest and Large a 104.5–107 cm (41–42 in) chest
- title_size_note
- The 'XL' in the product name refers to the braided knit style, not the size
- yarn_finish
- Soft, fluffy yarn with a visible fuzzy halo and brushed surface
- care_washing
- Hand wash separately and gently in cold water with a mild detergent; do not soak
- care_drying
- Do not wring; reshape and lay flat to dry
- care_ironing
- Cool iron if needed, with or without steam
- care_restrictions
- Do not bleach; machine washing and dry cleaning are not recommended
- warmth_breathability
- Warm and breathable for cool weather
- drape_recovery
- Expect fluid drape with some relaxation in wear; the blend and ribbing help it spring back
- styling
- A neutral, texture-forward layer for casual cool-weather outfits
- value
- 250 CAD, with no size upcharge and more material in larger sizes
- comparison
- The alpaca-merino blend sits between pure alpaca's drape and pure merino's memory
Product record
- Title
- Xl Braided Knit Sweater Le 31 Studio Capsule
- Brand
- Le 31
- Price
- 250 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 7 sourcesProduct comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Xl Braided Knit Sweater Le 31 Studio Capsule: Choose this if you want a statement crewneck for cold-weather wardrobes: it's a Le 31 Studio capsule pullover with an alpaca-wool, merino-wool and reprocessed-polyamide blend knit that's described as soft and fluffy, with an all-over braided diamond pattern and ribbed trims. The relaxed, slightly loose fit through the body and sleeves suits those who prefer roomier sweaters, and it's available in Light Grey in SMALL through X-LARGE. Note that some find the lining less warm than expected, so it may layer better than serve as your warmest standalone piece.[1,2,3] | Twisted-Cable Sweater: Choose this if you want an exclusive Le 31 by Simons crewneck designed in Canada, made of 100% recycled (reprocessed) cotton with a textured knit of twisted cables and flat ribbing, ribbed crew neck, cuffs and hem, in five colors from Off White to Raspberry/Cherry Red and sizes X-SMALL through X-LARGE. Note that the sizing reportedly runs large — some reviewers found it too big in the body, and you may need to size down for a proper fit.[4] | Honeycomb Knit Sweater: Choose this if you want a lightweight, soft everyday crew neck with a polished honeycomb texture that works for office or smart-casual wear and gifting. It is designed in Canada in a cotton blend with 65% polyester made from recycled plastic bottles, comes in five colors (Oxford, Off White, Sage Green, Patterned Blue, Pink) in sizes Small to X-Large, and has a contrasting rolled neck with ribbed trims. Note that the knit can pill when rubbed against rough bags or jackets, and occasional defects like a pulled thread have been reported, so inspect the sweater on arrival and wash it inside out.[5,6,7] |
Image Analysis
3 images- 01

Product
Front view of a long-sleeve crewneck sweater worn by a model. Visible features include an all-over textured braided/looped knit pattern, ribbed crew neckline, ribbed hem and cuffs, and a relaxed fit over the torso and sleeves.
- Overall silhouetteLong-sleeve crewneck sweater shown on a model with a relaxed, slightly loose fit through the body and sleeves; hem falls to just below the hip on the model.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.14 · w 0.88 · h 0.72 (high) - Knit patternDense repeating braided or looped textured knit covering the entire visible sweater body and sleeves, creating a raised three-dimensional surface.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.20 · w 0.76 · h 0.56 (high) - NecklineCrew neckline with a narrow ribbed band that sits close to the base of the model's neck.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.08 · w 0.28 · h 0.12 (high) - Hem and cuffsWide ribbed hem at the waist and narrower ribbed cuffs at sleeve ends, both showing vertical rib rows and a denser knit than the body.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.70 · w 0.66 · h 0.16 (high); x 0.72 · y 0.68 · w 0.16 · h 0.26 (high) - Sleeve constructionLong set-in sleeves with the textured knit continuous from shoulder to cuff; sleeves appear slightly loose and gather subtly at cuffs.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.20 · w 0.30 · h 0.58 (high); x 0.64 · y 0.24 · w 0.30 · h 0.56 (high) - Surface finishFuzzy halo on yarn fibers visible across the sweater surface, giving a soft, slightly brushed appearance.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.22 · w 0.64 · h 0.50 (high) - Visible seam detailSubtle shoulder seam line visible at the top of the sleeve and upper torso on the left shoulder area of the image.Partial
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.14 · w 0.22 · h 0.10 (medium)
Other
Studio shot showing a standing model against a light wood-grain backdrop with soft, even lighting and slight shadowing; lower garment and hands visible but not part of the sweater inspection.
- BackgroundFlat vertical light wood-grain backdrop filling the frame behind the model.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Model pose and framingModel faces forward with a slight three-quarter turn to the left of the frame, left hand tucked in pocket and right hand relaxed at side; image shows torso, head, and upper legs.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.04 · w 0.84 · h 0.92 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft, even studio lighting with mild shadows under the chin and slight shading on the sweater's right side (image left), highlighting knit texture.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.04 · w 0.44 · h 0.60 (medium) - Other clothing visibleLower garment in a dark smooth material visible below the sweater hem; not described as part of the sweater product.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.76 · w 0.60 · h 0.20 (high)
Colors
light heather grey· sweater body and sleeves#DED9D6- Overall silhouetteLong-sleeve crewneck sweater shown on a model with a relaxed, slightly loose fit through the body and sleeves; hem falls to just below the hip on the model.
- 02

Product
Close-up of the sweater's upper body showing a textured braided knit pattern, ribbed crew neckline and ribbed sleeve cuff; fuzzy yarn surface is visible.
- Knitted textureDense raised braided/diamond knit pattern covering the sweater front and sleeves, formed by repeating arch-like stitch clusters that create a scalloped lattice appearance.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.22 · w 0.78 · h 0.62 (high) - Yarn finishFuzzy, slightly haloed yarn visible across the knit surface giving a soft, brushed appearance with fine loose fibers rising from the stitches.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.22 · w 0.78 · h 0.62 (high) - NecklineCrew neckline finished with a vertical rib stitch band that sits close to the neck and appears slightly thicker than the body knit.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.08 · w 0.42 · h 0.18 (high) - Sleeve cuffRibbed sleeve cuff visible at the lower left area with tighter ribs and less fuzzy halo than the body, transitioning from the patterned sleeve to the wrist.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.70 · w 0.30 · h 0.20 (high) - Visible seam/shoulderShoulder area shows the knit pattern flowing over the shoulder with no visible raised seam; the pattern aligns from chest to sleeve.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.18 · w 0.48 · h 0.22 (medium)
Other
Studio portrait crop showing model head and hands against a plain olive-green background with soft directional lighting from the left.
- Model presenceFemale-presenting model upper torso and head visible; face turned slightly to the right and hands positioned near the lower right of frame.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.00 · w 0.76 · h 0.36 (high); x 0.68 · y 0.68 · w 0.20 · h 0.24 (high) - BackgroundSolid olive-green studio background with even color and no visible texture or props.
- Lighting and shadowsSoft directional lighting from the left produces gentle highlights on the knit texture and subtle shadowing on the right side of the model and garment.
- Image cropTight crop showing upper chest, shoulders, collar and part of both sleeves; lower body and full hands partially cropped.
Colors
light heather gray· main body and sleeveslight heather gray (rib)· ribbed neckline and cuffs- Knitted textureDense raised braided/diamond knit pattern covering the sweater front and sleeves, formed by repeating arch-like stitch clusters that create a scalloped lattice appearance.
- 03

Product
Rear view of a light grey long-sleeve knitted sweater worn by a model, showing a textured braided/diamond open stitch across the back and sleeves, with ribbed neckline, cuffs and hem and a soft fuzzy yarn surface.
- View and orientationBack-facing view of the sweater on a model, slightly turned to the left so the left profile of the model's head is visible and the full back panel is shown
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.03 · w 0.90 · h 0.94 (high) - Overall shapeStraight long-sleeve pullover silhouette with full-length sleeves and a straight bottom hem that falls below the waistline shown on the model
1 region
x 0.09 · y 0.18 · w 0.82 · h 0.68 (high) - Stitch patternAll-over repeating braided/diamond open knit pattern across the entire back panel and sleeves, forming small connected arch/diamond motifs
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.12 · w 0.76 · h 0.72 (high) - NecklineShort ribbed crew neckline visible at the top of the back panel
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.06 · w 0.28 · h 0.08 (high) - Hem and cuffsWide vertical-ribbed hem band at the bottom and matching ribbed cuffs at each sleeve end
3 regions
x 0.13 · y 0.78 · w 0.74 · h 0.16 (high); x 0.12 · y 0.64 · w 0.18 · h 0.22 (high); x 0.70 · y 0.64 · w 0.18 · h 0.22 (high) - Yarn surfaceSoft, slightly fuzzy yarn with visible halo fibers giving a brushed appearance
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.14 · w 0.72 · h 0.66 (high) - Sleeve constructionSleeves attached at the shoulder with the braided stitch pattern continuing uninterrupted from shoulder to cuff
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.12 · w 0.78 · h 0.62 (high) - Color variationUniform light neutral grey appearance across the sweater with slight shading from lighting but no printed patterns or contrasting trims
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.12 · w 0.76 · h 0.74 (high)
Other
Studio product shot showing the model from the rear against a solid colored backdrop with soft, even lighting and minimal shadows; image cropped to show head, torso and hands down to hips.
- BackgroundSolid muted olive-green background occupying entire frame behind the model
- Model and poseMale model standing with back to camera and head turned left, hands relaxed at sides, image framed to include head, torso and upper legs
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.01 · w 0.90 · h 0.98 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft, even studio lighting with mild shadowing under the arms and along the sweater contours that accentuates stitch texture
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.20 · w 0.60 · h 0.60 (medium) - Image quality and cropHigh-resolution product photograph, well centered; lower edge crops through the top of the model's pants so the sweater hem and part of the pants are visible
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.78 · w 1.00 · h 0.22 (high)
Colors
light heather grey· sweater body- View and orientationBack-facing view of the sweater on a model, slightly turned to the left so the left profile of the model's head is visible and the full back panel is shown
Variants
4 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4716392 | Xl Braided Knit Sweater Le 31 Studio Capsule - Light Grey - Small | CA$250.00 | Yes |
| 4716393 | Xl Braided Knit Sweater Le 31 Studio Capsule - Light Grey - Medium | CA$250.00 | Yes |
| 4716394 | Xl Braided Knit Sweater Le 31 Studio Capsule - Light Grey - Large | CA$250.00 | Yes |
| 4716395 | Xl Braided Knit Sweater Le 31 Studio Capsule - Light Grey - X-Large | CA$250.00 | Yes |