Le 31
Soft Knit Minimalist Cardigan
The Soft Knit Minimalist Cardigan is a long-sleeve, V-neck cardigan from Le 31 exclusive with a full-length front button closure and ribbed edging. It is made from a soft, stretch knit in a recycled cotton blend, featuring a relaxed, hip-length silhouette with a deep V-neck, ribbed cuffs, and ribbed hem. Suitable for everyday wear, this cardigan serves as a versatile knit layer for casual or work settings.
- Material
- Recycled cotton blend
- Style
- minimalist, casual, classic
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Outerwear
Specifications
A minimalist V-neck cardigan crafted from a soft recycled cotton blend with full-length button closure and ribbed edging.
V-neckline, full-length buttons, ribbed edging, soft and stretch knit in recycled cotton blend
- Material
- Recycled cotton blend
- Style
- minimalist, casual, classic
- Occasion
- casual, everyday
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Outerwear
Additional Attributes
- V-neckline
- full-length button front
- ribbed edging
- soft knit fabric
- stretch construction
- recycled cotton blend
- minimalist aesthetic
- casual layering piece
Product Insights
Le 31's Soft Knit Minimalist Cardigan offers a sustainable, affordable layering piece: 57% recycled cotton saves up to 20,000 L of water per kg versus virgin cotton, and the 5% spandex with ribbed construction delivers responsive stretch and shape recovery. The true-to-size lightweight-to-midweight knit provides layering room, but pilling is inherent—manageable with cold gentle wash and flat drying—and the steep 55% discount applies only to charcoal, otherwise priced at $69.95.
Verified claims
- Softness
- The knit is soft and stretchy in a recycled cotton blend.
- Stretch
- 5% spandex and ribbed construction deliver responsive stretch and shape recovery for layering.
- Value
- The recycled cotton blend is priced in the same mass-market bracket as standard cotton cardigans, so the more sustainable fiber does not command a premium.
- Color discount
- The deep sale is only for charcoal; other colors at $69.95.
- Durability
- The recycled cotton fibers are 10–50% weaker than virgin cotton, so the elbows and cuffs may show wear sooner; the 5% spandex helps the knit recover.
- Water savings
- The 57% reprocessed cotton in this cardigan bypasses the water-intensive agricultural stage of virgin cotton, which can consume up to 20,000 liters of water per kilogram.
- Sizing
- Le 31 house sizing runs consistently across the line, so most shoppers can order their usual size; however, one reviewer found the cardigan ran very large.
- Care
- Machine wash cold on a gentle cycle, lay flat to dry, and store folded rather than hanging to avoid stretching.
- Pilling
- Inherent pilling is expected from the recycled cotton's shorter fibers; washing inside out on cold and avoiding abrasive surfaces like backpacks can slow it.
- Shape retention
- The ribbed cuffs and hem have natural shape recovery that keeps them from bagging out after repeated wear.
- Color pricing
- Charcoal costs $39.95—55% off retail and $30 less than other colors.
- Knit weight
- The knit is lightweight to midweight, suited to transitional layering and indoor use rather than heavy winter warmth.
- Layering fit
- The cut includes enough back and shoulder room for a layer underneath, and the stretch knit adds ease; one buyer still found the fit ran very large.
- Line value comparison
- The Soft Knit Minimalist Cardigan is the most affordable cardigan in the Le 31 line, priced below the Silky Knit, Textured Knit, and Felted cardigans.
- Warmth
- At least one buyer describes the cardigan as keeping warmth well for work or leisure.
Product record
- Title
- Soft Knit Minimalist Cardigan
- Brand
- Le 31
- Price
- 89 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 9 sourcesUses
Layering open over an inner top
For a relaxed layered look, this dark charcoal knit cardigan can be worn partly open at the top and buttoned lower over an inner top, as shown on the model. The relaxed fit shown reflects how it is styled in this image, not a general fit for all wearers.[2]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Soft Knit Minimalist Cardigan: Choose this if you want a minimalist, hip-length V-neck button-up in a soft, stretchy knit made from a recycled cotton blend (57% reprocessed cotton, 38% cotton, 5% spandex), with ribbed edging at the cuffs and hem and a fine, slightly heathered texture. It suits layering over a top in a relaxed, straight fit, and the listing offers sizes SMALL through X-LARGE in Charcoal, Mossy Green, Patterned Brown, Patterned Blue, and Patterned Red (color-size combinations vary). As a Le 31 piece, the brand is generally described as running true to size with classic North American cuts, though that assessment covers the brand broadly rather than this cardigan specifically.[1,2,3,4] | Silky Knit Cardigan: Choose this if you want a lightweight, silky V-neck cardigan for layering in office or business settings—reviewers describe the thin cut as slipping under a blazer without bulk and the soft knit as comfortable for all-day wear. It has a slim-to-regular cut with ribbed cuffs and hem, made of 50% LENZING ECOVERO viscose, 28% polyester, and 22% nylon. Note that it is reported too thin for colder days without extra warmth, some wearers find the shoulders run large (sizing down may help if you have narrow shoulders), and a few buyers doubt the fine knit will hold up to frequent wear.[5,6] | Heathered Knit Open Cardigan: Choose this for a relaxed, layering-friendly open cardigan with a wide shawl collar, no buttons or fasteners, slit side pockets, and ribbed trim at the cuffs, hem, and front opening. It is made of 100% acrylic in a soft heathered knit that Simons describes as warm and comfortable, with a loose fit, dropped shoulders, and a length falling around the hips to upper thigh; the visible texture is a coarse, marled dark charcoal from interwoven dark and lighter gray yarns. Note that the fabric is fully synthetic, and the saved listing shows Black and Navy variants in size medium.[7,8,9] |
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
Front view of a long-sleeve V-neck button-up cardigan in a dark charcoal knit with ribbed cuffs and hem, shown worn by a model.
- SilhouetteLong-sleeve, hip-length cardigan with a relaxed straight body and a deep V-neck front.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.12 · w 0.84 · h 0.70 (high) - ClosureSingle-breasted button closure with five visible round buttons arranged vertically along the center front.
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.26 · w 0.12 · h 0.56 (high) - NecklineDeep V-neck opening with a narrow knitted band forming the collar edge.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.12 · w 0.44 · h 0.20 (high) - RibbingWide ribbed knit at the hem and at the sleeve cuffs; ribbing appears denser than the body knit.
3 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.68 · w 0.76 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.12 · y 0.60 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.70 · y 0.60 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (high) - Knit textureFine, even knit texture across the body and sleeves giving a smooth, slightly heathered appearance.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.20 · w 0.60 · h 0.48 (high) - Visible buttons colorButtons are round and match the cardigan in a slightly darker charcoal tone.
3 regions
x 0.42 · y 0.30 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (high); x 0.42 · y 0.44 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (high); x 0.42 · y 0.58 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (high) - Fit on modelCardigan is worn open at the top two buttons and buttoned lower, showing a relaxed fit over an inner black top.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.22 · w 0.52 · h 0.56 (high)
Other
Studio product shot showing a model against a plain light background with even, soft lighting and minimal shadows; image is cropped at mid-thigh.
- BackgroundEven solid light gray to off-white background with no visible props.
- Shot compositionCentered three-quarter front portrait crop showing the model from head to mid-thigh, slight left-facing pose.
- LightingSoft, diffused lighting producing gentle shadows and even illumination across the garment surface.
- Image qualitySharp focus on garment texture and edges with no visible motion blur.
Colors
charcoal gray· main body#4A4B4Ddark charcoal· buttons#3A3C3Dcharcoal rib· ribbed hem and cuffs#424345- SilhouetteLong-sleeve, hip-length cardigan with a relaxed straight body and a deep V-neck front.
- 02
Product
Rear view of a long-sleeve knit cardigan shown on a model; visible features include a crew-style ribbed neckline, set-in sleeves, ribbed cuffs and a wide ribbed hem, all in a uniform dark gray knit texture.
- Back body panelSmooth, continuous knit back panel with a fine, slightly heathered texture and no visible seams or vents down the center back.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.12 · w 0.84 · h 0.72 (high) - Neckline ribbingShallow crew-style neckline finished with narrow horizontal ribbing that sits flat against the upper back.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.08 · w 0.28 · h 0.12 (high) - Shoulder seam detailVisible shoulder seams running from neckline toward the sleeves, sitting at the top edge of the shoulder area.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.12 · w 0.76 · h 0.12 (medium) - Sleeve constructionLong set-in sleeves with the same knit texture as the body, ending in narrow ribbed cuffs.
2 regions
x 0.07 · y 0.25 · w 0.22 · h 0.55 (high); x 0.71 · y 0.25 · w 0.22 · h 0.55 (high) - Ribbed hemWide horizontal ribbed hem at the bottom of the cardigan, denser rib pattern than the cuffs and neckline.
1 region
x 0.15 · y 0.74 · w 0.70 · h 0.12 (high) - Fabric appearanceFine knit fabric with a subtle heathering effect visible as slightly lighter speckling across the dark ground.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.12 · w 0.84 · h 0.72 (high)
Other
Studio shot showing the model from behind against a plain light background; lower torso and hands are visible, with soft even lighting and minimal shadows.
- Shot compositionCentered rear three-quarter crop of a standing model, framed from the upper head to just below the hips.
- BackgroundEven, near-white background with no visible props or graphics.
- Model hands and pantsModel's hands at sides and light beige pants visible at the lower portion of the frame.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.82 · w 0.44 · h 0.18 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft, diffuse studio lighting producing minimal shadows and even illumination across the garment.
Colors
charcoal gray· body#4C4E51- Back body panelSmooth, continuous knit back panel with a fine, slightly heathered texture and no visible seams or vents down the center back.
Variants
10 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4375842 | Soft Knit Minimalist Cardigan - Charcoal - Large | CA$39.95CA$89.00 | Yes |
| 4375845 | Soft Knit Minimalist Cardigan - Patterned Brown - Medium | CA$39.95CA$89.00 | Yes |
| 4579472 | Soft Knit Minimalist Cardigan - Mossy Green - Small | CA$39.95CA$89.00 | Yes |
| 4579473 | Soft Knit Minimalist Cardigan - Mossy Green - Medium | CA$39.95CA$89.00 | Yes |
| 4579474 | Soft Knit Minimalist Cardigan - Mossy Green - Large | CA$39.95CA$89.00 | Yes |
| 4579475 | Soft Knit Minimalist Cardigan - Mossy Green - X-Large | CA$39.95CA$89.00 | Yes |
| 4375852 | Soft Knit Minimalist Cardigan - Patterned Blue - Small | CA$39.95CA$89.00 | Yes |
| 4579476 | Soft Knit Minimalist Cardigan - Patterned Red - Small | CA$39.95CA$89.00 | Yes |
| 4579477 | Soft Knit Minimalist Cardigan - Patterned Red - Medium | CA$39.95CA$89.00 | Yes |
| 4579478 | Soft Knit Minimalist Cardigan - Patterned Red - Large | CA$39.95CA$89.00 | Yes |
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Customer Reviews
5 total5 reviews · out of 5
cardigan epure doux
parfait mariage entre elegance et commodite parfait pour travail ou pour les loisirs garde bien la chaleur
Veste en tricot
Bonne qualité
Size was HUGE ! Not
Size was HUGE ! Not Large as marked. I am an idiot to throw away packaging so I cannot return. I am reluctant to purchase online anymore
sweater
Good
Cardigan
Très sastifait