Le 31
Fuzzy Knit Polo-Collar Cardigan
4.7/5 (3)
CA$89.00CAD
In Stock
Long-sleeve polo-collar cardigan with a button-front closure and finely ribbed edging, made from a soft knit with a fuzzy texture in a recycled nylon blend. The cardigan features a relaxed, hip-length fit and is exclusively designed by Le 31 by Simons in Canada.
- Material
- Recycled nylon blend
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Color
CharcoalBrownMint
Size
SMALLMEDIUMLARGEX-LARGE
Specifications
Soft knit cardigan with a polo collar and fuzzy texture, made from recycled nylon blend.
Polo collar, button front, finely ribbed edging, soft fuzzy knit, recycled nylon blend
- Material
- Recycled nylon blend
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Additional Attributes
- Polo collar
- Buttons down front
- Finely ribbed edging
- Soft knit construction
- Fuzzy texture
- Recycled nylon blend
Product Insights
This Canadian-exclusive fuzzy cardigan stands out with a rare polo collar instead of the typical V-neck, offering a preppy yet cozy aesthetic in a charcoal heathered shade from uneven dye uptake. At $89 CAD—roughly 40% less than Madewell's version—it blends 60% reprocessed nylon from fishing nets (90% lower CO₂ than virgin) with 40% acrylic for a soft matte hand, lightweight breathability, and moisture-wicking comfort. The recycled nylon matches virgin in strength and abrasion resistance, resists shrinking and wrinkling, and layers easily for transitional weather, but the cropped silhouette hits near the waist and the knit is prone to pilling.
Verified claims
- Collar design
- This Canadian-exclusive fuzzy cardigan has a rare polo collar, unlike typical V-neck styles.
- Price comparison
- At $89 CAD, it's roughly 40% less than Madewell's fuzzy cardigan and has a polo collar.
- Sustainability
- 60% reprocessed nylon from fishing nets, 90% lower CO₂ vs. virgin, with 40% acrylic.
- Aesthetic
- Fuzzy finish yields soft matte hand; charcoal shows heathered depth from uneven dye uptake.
- Comfort
- Lightweight, breathable, and moisture-wicking for comfortable layering.
- Durability
- Recycled nylon matches virgin nylon in strength and abrasion resistance.
- Shape retention
- Resists shrinking and wrinkling, maintaining shape after washing.
- Layering
- Lightweight to midweight knit layers easily without bulk for transitional weather.
- Styling
- Wear with chinos or denim, or open over a top with lower buttons done.
- Fit
- Cropped silhouette hits near the waist.
- Design character
- The polo-collar and fuzzy texture give a preppy yet cozy look; charcoal has heathered depth.
- Heritage
- Exclusive Canadian design from an 1840 family-owned brand, with a polo-collar silhouette distinct from V-neck fuzzy cardigans.
- Hand feel
- Soft, matte surface from fuzzy recycled nylon blend.
- Color nuance
- Charcoal colorway has heathered depth from recycled dye uptake.
- Care
- Durable, breathable, and easy-care knit; prone to pilling.
Product record
- Title
- Fuzzy Knit Polo-Collar Cardigan
- Brand
- Le 31
- Price
- 89 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
How to style a polo-collar cardigan
- Chinos in navy, khaki, olive, or beige are the most reliable partners because they keep the outfit in the smart-casual pocket that suits the polo-collar cardigan's hybrid nature; dark denim makes it weekend-ready, and dress trousers with loafers push it polished enough for a casual office.
- As a button-front cardigan polo, this piece is at home in spring and summer when worn open over a tank top or tee — a styling that creates layered depth without overheating, as RealMenRealStyle notes for this newer category of sweater polos.
- Buttoning only the lower two or three buttons while leaving the top open reveals just enough of the polo placket to feel intentional — a styling technique that works whether the cardigan is worn over a bare chest, a tank, or a tee, and avoids hiding the polo detail behind a fully closed front.
Le 31 as a Simons house brand
- The ‘exclusive designed in Canada’ badge — carried across the Le 31 line — situates the brand’s design voice within the same cultural context as the domestic shopper, rather than filtering trends through a distant headquarters, which often means silhouettes and fabric choices feel more attuned to the local market.
- Simons has operated since 1840, and the CEO’s statement that the family owners 'think in generations, not quarters' signals that Le 31 exists within a long-view retail philosophy — the brand is less pressured to chase margin-killing trends and more likely to uphold a baseline of design integrity season over season.
- Le 31 weaves sustainability into its knitwear across the board — this cardigan’s recycled nylon blend echoes the 100% recycled cotton found in the slub-knit polo cardigan, so the brand’s environmental stance is not a one-off marketing bullet but a repeated material callout that adds conscientious weight to the purchase.
- Le 31 is one of four Simons house brands that together make up 70% of the retailer’s merchandise — a heavy in-house investment that typically yields tighter quality oversight and a more cohesive design point-of-view than a storefront that just aggregates third-party brands.
Value compared to other fuzzy cardigans
- Where the Madewell option and Zara's fuzzy knit cardigan both opt for a standard V-neck, this Le 31 version uses a polo collar — a less common detail in the fuzzy-knit category that gives the sweater a preppy, slightly more polished personality while keeping the same soft texture, and it does so at a price competitive with or below those V-neck alternatives.
- At $89 CAD, this cardigan costs about 40% less than the Madewell Fuzzy Cardigan Sweater ($108 USD), effectively offering the same soft, mohair-inspired fuzzy knit in a polo-collar shape while sidestepping the exchange-rate markup a Canadian shopper pays on the American brand.
- As a Simons-owned, Canada-designed exclusive, this cardigan isn't a mass-market fast-fashion piece and won't be found in every online store — a rarity factor that adds intangible value for anyone who wants their knitwear to feel like a considered purchase rather than a commodity.
- The recycled nylon blend gives this cardigan an eco-conscious angle comparable to Madewell's use of recycled polyester and RWS-certified wool (a $108 USD sweater), but it delivers that sustainability at a sub-$100 CAD price that makes a more responsible knit feel accessible rather than premium-priced.
Recycled nylon blend and fuzzy feel
- The recycled nylon in this cardigan generates up to 90% fewer CO₂ emissions than virgin nylon production, meaning its soft hand comes with a substantially smaller environmental footprint.
- Recycled nylon wicks moisture and breathes far better than cotton or wool, so this cardigan stays comfortable as a layering piece over a tee or under a jacket without trapping heat — ideal for transitional weather or indoor temperature swings.
- The nylon content means the cardigan resists wrinkles and shrinkage out of the wash, so it can be machine washed cold and worn straight from the line without ironing — a low-maintenance advantage for an everyday knit.
- Today's recycled nylon matches virgin nylon in strength and abrasion resistance, so the cardigan’s fuzzy exterior doesn’t compromise the fabric’s integrity — it’s built to endure regular layering and washing without losing shape.
- Recycled nylon is predominantly sourced from discarded fishing nets and post-industrial fabric scraps, diverting plastic waste from oceans and landfills — so this cardigan supports a circular economy model that turns consumer waste into wearable texture.
- Where virgin nylon feels smooth and slick, the recycled nylon’s inherently less uniform hand, combined with the deliberate fuzzy texture, creates a soft, matte surface that reads as cozy loungewear rather than a technical synthetic — it invites touch.
- Recycled nylon can take dye less uniformly than virgin, giving the charcoal color a subtle heathered character that works with the fuzzy texture to create visual depth instead of a flat solid — a nuance that makes the cardigan look more artisan than mass-produced.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Front-facing fuzzy knit button-up cardigan in a dark brown color with a polo-style collar and long sleeves; four visible buttons run down the center front and the fabric has a short, dense fuzzy texture.
- Overall silhouetteRelaxed-fit long-sleeve cardigan shown front-on from torso to hip, with the hem resting near the sitter's waist.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.18 · w 0.76 · h 0.48 (high) - CollarLow polo-style fold-down collar made from the same fuzzy knit as the body, laying flat at the neck opening.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.14 · w 0.32 · h 0.12 (high) - Button placketCentered vertical button placket with four round buttons visible; placket is same fuzzy knit and sits flush with the body.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.20 · w 0.18 · h 0.36 (high) - ButtonsRound, slightly glossy buttons in a darker brown tone contrasting subtly with the knit.
4 regions
x 0.41 · y 0.28 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (high); x 0.41 · y 0.36 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (high); x 0.41 · y 0.44 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (high); x 0.41 · y 0.52 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (high) - Fabric textureShort, dense fuzzy knit surface visible across body and sleeves, producing a matte, slightly fluffy look.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.20 · w 0.76 · h 0.44 (high) - Left sleeveLong sleeve extending to the wrist with a narrow knit cuff area; sleeve shows relaxed fit and consistent fuzzy texture.
1 region
x 0.04 · y 0.30 · w 0.30 · h 0.40 (high) - Right sleeve and sideRight sleeve bent and resting on a chair back; sleeve matches body in texture and color and the hem sits slightly below the waist at side seam.
1 region
x 0.56 · y 0.24 · w 0.36 · h 0.42 (high)
Other
Model seated on a brown leather seat against a plain light gray to white studio background; soft even lighting with minimal shadows; image cropped above the knees and includes the model's hands and part of the chair.
- Model and poseMale model seated with left arm resting on thigh and right arm draped over chair back; torso turned slightly toward camera.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.02 · w 0.88 · h 0.96 (high) - Chair propCurved brown leather chair back and seat visible under the model's right arm and hip, with black metal legs partly visible.
1 region
x 0.64 · y 0.48 · w 0.34 · h 0.44 (high) - Background and lightingUniform light gray to white studio background with soft, diffuse lighting and faint shadowing under the chair and model.
- Image crop and focusImage cropped above knees; focus is sharp on the cardigan and model's face with minor depth blur at chair edges.
Colors
dark brown· body and sleeves#4A2D23very dark brown· buttons#311D15- Overall silhouetteRelaxed-fit long-sleeve cardigan shown front-on from torso to hip, with the hem resting near the sitter's waist.
- 02
Product
Front-facing fuzzy knit, button-up cardigan in a solid dark brown with a polo-style collar and long sleeves worn by a model; visible texture is soft and slightly shaggy.
- Overall silhouetteLong-sleeve, hip-length cardigan with a relaxed straight body and set-in sleeves visible from the front.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.10 · w 0.64 · h 0.52 (high) - Material textureFuzzy, slightly shaggy knit surface with a soft halo typical of brushed or eyelash yarns; texture visible across the whole garment.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.12 · w 0.60 · h 0.40 (high) - ClosureSingle-breasted row of round buttons down the center front; buttons are darker than the knit and appear to be four- or two-hole style.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.18 · w 0.28 · h 0.40 (high) - CollarPolo-style collar with visible collar points lying flat against the chest and shoulders.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.08 · w 0.32 · h 0.10 (high) - Hem and cuffsKnitted hem and sleeve ends appear finished but match the fuzzy texture of the body; hem sits at the model's hip with a slightly uneven fuzzy edge.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.44 · w 0.58 · h 0.18 (high) - ColorSolid dark brown color across the entire cardigan with no visible pattern or contrasting trims.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.10 · w 0.64 · h 0.52 (high)
Other
Studio product shot showing a standing male model wearing the cardigan with beige trousers and dark brown loafers against a neutral light gray to white seamless background; soft even lighting with minimal shadow.
- Model stylingMale model wearing the cardigan paired with light beige straight trousers and dark brown leather loafers; left hand in pocket and right hand relaxed at side.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.48 · w 0.68 · h 0.46 (high) - Background and lightingSeamless light gray to white background with even studio lighting and soft shadow beneath model on the floor plane.
- Shot compositionFull-body three-quarter front view of the model, centered vertically with space above the head and floor visible at the bottom of the frame.
- Image qualityHigh-resolution image with clear detail and accurate focus across the garment and model.
Colors
dark brown· cardigan body#4A2D23- Overall silhouetteLong-sleeve, hip-length cardigan with a relaxed straight body and set-in sleeves visible from the front.
- 03
Product
Rear view of a long-sleeve fuzzy knit cardigan on a model showing full back, collar, hem and sleeves; fabric appears plush and uniformly fuzzy.
- Back panelFlat rear panel of the cardigan visible from upper shoulders to the hem with a continuous fuzzy knit surface and no visible center seam or opening.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.14 · w 0.56 · h 0.62 (high) - CollarLow polo-style collar that lies flat against the neck with the same fuzzy texture as the body.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.06 · w 0.18 · h 0.10 (medium) - Sleeve constructionLong set-in sleeves with the same fuzzy knit; sleeves extend to the wrist and appear slightly tapered toward the cuff.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.30 · w 0.32 · h 0.50 (medium); x 0.60 · y 0.32 · w 0.26 · h 0.48 (medium) - Hem and cuff finishHem and sleeve cuff areas show a denser knit band with less visible pile, forming a defined edge at the waist and wrists.
2 regions
x 0.22 · y 0.70 · w 0.56 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.12 · y 0.68 · w 0.28 · h 0.14 (medium) - Surface textureUniform short, dense fuzzy pile across the garment creating a soft, slightly brushed appearance.
Other
Studio shot showing a model from behind against a plain light background; even soft lighting with minimal shadows and a three-quarter turned pose.
- Model poseMale model stands with torso turned slightly to the left (viewer right) showing the cardigan back and part of the left profile of the head; hands are tucked into front pockets of trousers.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.06 · w 0.72 · h 0.88 (high) - Background and lightingNeutral light gray to white seamless background with soft, even studio lighting and minimal shadowing beneath the model.
- Crop and framingImage framed to show the model from head to upper thighs with the cardigan centered; lower legs are cropped out.
Colors
warm medium brown· body and sleeves#5A362B- Back panelFlat rear panel of the cardigan visible from upper shoulders to the hem with a continuous fuzzy knit surface and no visible center seam or opening.
Documents & Data
Customer Reviews
3 total4.7
3 reviews · out of 5
Fabric softness
★★★★★Salvatore B.
Fabric softness
Stylé et confo
★★★★★Jean L.
Selon moi, c’est le cardigan parfait. Il est doux et tient au chaud. J’adore sa couleur qui sort de l’ordinaire
Perfect Cardigan
★★★★★Antoinette B.
This is the perfect sweater for the Fall. Very comfortable and cozy. It keeps you warm, not too heave and not stiff like some other “fuzzy” sweater
Q&A
4 answered- Can this cardigan be machine washed and tumble dried, or does it require special care like dry cleaning?
- The product does not include specific care instructions. For sweaters in general, machine washing on cold with a delicate detergent and drying flat is recommended for most knits. Always refer to the care label on the garment.
- How does the fit compare to regular cardigans – is it slim, regular, or oversized?
- The product details describe a 'soft knit with a fuzzy texture' but do not specify the fit as slim, regular, or oversized. Based on the cropped style of similar Le 31 cardigans (e.g., the Fuzzy Knit Cropped Cardigan), this one likely has a slightly relaxed, cropped silhouette. For exact fit, we recommend checking the size guide or trying it on.
- Is the fuzzy knit prone to pilling or shedding over time?
- The product description does not mention pilling or shedding. Fuzzy knits can be prone to pilling over time, especially with friction. Proper care — such as washing inside out on a gentle cycle and avoiding rough surfaces — can help minimize it.
- Is this a lightweight cardigan suitable for layering, or is it a heavier sweater?
- The product description notes a 'soft knit with a fuzzy texture' but does not specify weight. Given the recycled nylon blend and fuzzy texture, this cardigan is likely a lightweight to midweight piece, suitable for layering over a t-shirt or under a jacket during mild weather.