Le 31
Cashmere-Blend Short-Sleeve Cardigan Le 31 Studio Capsule
CA$19.99CAD
Out of Stock
This short-sleeve cardigan from the Le 31 Studio capsule collection by Simons is a fine-gauge knit top featuring a ribbed crew neck, a center-front button placket, and elbow-length sleeves. It is made from a blend of cotton, TENCEL Lyocell, and a touch of cashmere, offering a relaxed fit with a straight hem. The smooth, matte fabric has a deep black finish with light-colored buttons, suitable for lightweight layering.
- Material
- Cotton, TENCEL Lyocell, Cashmere
- Style
- modern, capsule-collection
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Color
BlackAssorted
Size
LARGEX-LARGESMALLMEDIUM
Specifications
Short-sleeve cardigan from the Le 31 Studio capsule collection, crafted from a soft fine-knit blend of cotton, TENCEL Lyocell, and cashmere, featuring a ribbed crew neck and button-front closure.
Ribbed crew neck, button-front closure, short sleeves, soft fine-knit construction
- Material
- Cotton, TENCEL Lyocell, Cashmere
- Secondary
- cotton, lyocell, cashmere
- Style
- modern, capsule-collection
- Occasion
- casual, everyday
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Additional Attributes
- Ribbed crew neck
- Button-front closure
- Short sleeves
- Soft fine-knit construction
- Cotton-TENCEL-cashmere blend
- Le 31 Studio capsule collection piece
- Designed in Canada
- Cutting-edge design
- Exclusive to Simons
- Luxurious cashmere touch
Product Insights
Le 31 Studio Capsule's cashmere-blend short-sleeve cardigan, an exclusive Simons in-house collection, offers a soft, fluid drape with subtle luster from a 60% TENCEL lyocell, 30% organic cotton, 10% cashmere blend that boosts airflow and wicks moisture. Its fine knit and short sleeves layer smoothly under a jacket, and it transitions from buttoned over a shirt to open over a tee. Priced at $19.99 CAD sale — undercutting both DTC and luxury cashmere-blend cardigans — it delivers premium-fiber performance at a fraction of the cost, but as a capsule item sold at clearance, availability may be limited.
Verified claims
- Value
- $19.99 CAD sale price undercuts both DTC and luxury cashmere-blend cardigans.
- Capsule exclusivity
- Le 31 Studio Capsule is an exclusive Simons in-house collection sold at clearance price.
- Layering
- Short sleeves and fine knit allow it to layer smoothly under a jacket.
- Breathability
- Cashmere boosts airflow; TENCEL wicks moisture for dry comfort.
- Hand feel
- The blend offers a soft, fluid drape with subtle luster.
- Fiber quality
- Delivers premium-fiber performance at a fraction of designer cost.
- Versatility
- Wear buttoned over a shirt for a polished look or open over a tee for casual.
- Fabric
- 60% TENCEL lyocell, 30% organic cotton, 10% cashmere blend gives fluid drape, breathability, and moisture wicking.
- Capsule identity
- From Simons' Le 31 Studio Capsule: an exclusive Canadian-designed collection known for experimental silhouettes.
Product record
- Title
- Cashmere-Blend Short-Sleeve Cardigan Le 31 Studio Capsule
- Brand
- Le 31
- Price
- 125 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
How this cardigan compares to similar options
- Quince sets the direct-to-consumer baseline for a cashmere-blend cardigan at $39.90 USD (≈55 CAD) with a women’s long-sleeve knit — Le 31’s Studio capsule piece undercuts that floor by almost two-thirds at $19.99 CAD, while offering a men’s short-sleeve silhouette and TENCEL™ Lyocell instead of generic viscose.
- An 84% markdown from the original $125 CAD to $19.99 CAD places this cardigan at a price typically reserved for basic knits made of synthetic blends, not a Studio capsule piece with cashmere and TENCEL™ Lyocell — at this price the buyer gets the fiber content and design story of a $125 garment for the cost of a fast-fashion knit.
- Reigning Champ’s cotton-cashmere Riviera Cardigan retails for $168 USD (≈225 CAD) for a long-sleeve midweight knit, making Le 31’s full price of $125 CAD — let alone the $19.99 CAD sale — a value that undercuts the quality-focused sportswear segment while delivering a capsule collection design with comparable fiber content.
- Proenza Schouler uses a cashmere/TENCEL blend in its $315 USD Hattie cardigan, positioning TENCEL™ Lyocell as a luxury fiber — Le 31 adopts the same certified lyocell in a men’s short-sleeve cardigan for $125 CAD at full retail, and the $19.99 CAD sale makes that fiber upgrade accessible at a price where even generic cotton-cashmere blends are rare.
- Tiger of Sweden’s Ines cardigan commands $389 USD for a heavy organic cotton-cashmere knit (95% cotton, 5% cashmere) — Le 31’s ‘touch of cashmere’ likely lands in a similar concentration, yet the Studio capsule design is priced at $125 CAD at full retail and an extraordinary $19.99 CAD on sale, making it a legitimate steal in a segment where five-percent cashmere routinely costs many times more.
How the cotton-TENCEL-cashmere blend performs and wears
- Lab tests on cotton-cashmere knits demonstrate that even a modest cashmere proportion raises air permeability, so the touch of cashmere here likely gives the cardigan a more open, airy structure than a plain cotton sweater of the same weight — ideal for a piece that might be pulled on in air-conditioned spaces or on cool summer evenings.
- TENCEL Lyocell’s smooth fiber structure wicks moisture and releases it quickly, so the cardigan avoids the clamminess pure cotton knits can develop in humid or layered conditions and stays comfortable worn directly against skin or over a tee, even when a light jacket goes on top.
How to style a men's short-sleeve cardigan
- The ribbed crew neck, identified by menswear editors as the most traditional and smartest cardigan neckline, sits high and neat on the chest — it works especially well buttoned up over a crisp shirt for an office-friendly alternative to a blazer.
- The cashmere in the cotton‑TENCEL™ Lyocell blend — noted in knitwear guides for delivering softness and a luxurious hand — elevates the cardigan beyond a basic cotton layer, making it feel refined enough for elevated casual evenings without the heft or cost of pure cashmere.
- The Black variant — alongside navy and grey, frequently called out as the most versatile neutral cardigan tones — acts as a blank canvas that pairs effortlessly with denim, chinos, or tailored trousers for both casual and smart occasions.
- When wearing the cardigan fully buttoned, leaving the bottom button undone — a detail championed by style writers — preserves natural movement through the torso and keeps the hem from pulling, a small trick that visibly elevates the overall fit.
- Because the sleeves are short and the knit is fine — aligning with the lightweight sweaters that stylists recommend for under-blazer wear — this piece slides beneath an unstructured jacket without inducing shoulder snaps or sleeve bunching, making it a functional mid-layer through transitional seasons.
What the Studio Capsule collection is about
- Blending cotton with TENCEL Lyocell and cashmere in a fine-knit, short-sleeve body is a fabric-first statement that aligns with the capsule’s cutting-edge ambition: the TENCEL adds fluid drape and a subtle luster, while the cashmere touch elevates the hand, turning a simple summer layer into a tactile luxury piece.
- The same 'cutting-edge designs' descriptor appears across every Studio Capsule piece — from this cardigan to the wide-leg pleated pant — signaling a collection-level commitment to silhouette experimentation, so the short-sleeve cardigan is a deliberate fashion statement rather than an isolated oddity.
- Le 31 is Simons’ own label, designed exclusively in Canada, which means the Studio Capsule is directly shaped by the retailer’s creative team rather than an external licensee — the result is a cardigan that carries a singular design point-of-view grounded in one brand’s aesthetic, not a mass-market compromise.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Black short-sleeve knit button-front top with a ribbed round neckline and light-colored round buttons; elbow-length sleeves with straight cuffs; smooth fine-gauge knit appearance.
- NecklineRound crew-style neckline with a narrow ribbed trim in the same black knit as the body.
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.12 · w 0.28 · h 0.10 (high) - Button placketCenter-front vertical button placket with a column of light-colored round buttons set against the black knit; placket is narrow and knit from same material.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.18 · w 0.10 · h 0.64 (medium) - Sleeve length and cuffElbow-length straight sleeves ending in a simple turned hem cuff with visible single-line stitch; sleeve width relaxed rather than fitted.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.46 · w 0.36 · h 0.28 (high); x 0.62 · y 0.46 · w 0.30 · h 0.28 (high) - Fabric textureSmooth, fine-gauge knit surface with a matte finish and no visible pattern or ribbing on the body panels.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.22 · w 0.76 · h 0.64 (medium) - Fit on modelRelaxed, slightly loose fit across the torso and shoulders as worn by the model in the image.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.18 · w 0.76 · h 0.60 (medium)
Other
Studio portrait of a model wearing the product against a wrinkled beige fabric backdrop; soft diffuse lighting with mild shadows; image framed from upper thighs to head and slightly cropped at left arm.
- BackgroundBeige fabric backdrop with visible vertical wrinkles and folds occupying the full background behind the model.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Shot compositionPortrait-style studio shot showing the model from upper thighs to slightly above the head, centered horizontally with the torso and button placket in clear view.
- Lighting and shadowSoft, diffuse lighting from front-left producing gentle shadows on the right side of the model and subtle highlights on face and fabric.
- Model presenceMale model wearing the garment; model's left forearm is visible and extends into the frame from the lower left.
1 region
x 0.04 · y 0.60 · w 0.24 · h 0.28 (high)
Colors
black· main body#0D0D13ivory· buttons#EDE6E1- NecklineRound crew-style neckline with a narrow ribbed trim in the same black knit as the body.
- 02
Product
Side-profile view of a black short-sleeve button-front cardigan worn by a model; visible details include a round neckline, elbow-length sleeves with folded hems, a vertical row of round buttons, and a straight hem ending near the waist.
- SilhouetteSide profile of a short-sleeve button-front cardigan with a straight, slightly relaxed fit ending at the waistline.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.18 · w 0.40 · h 0.62 (high) - NecklineRound crew-style neckline with a narrow ribbed collar visible at the back of the neck.
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.09 · w 0.15 · h 0.10 (high) - Sleeve length and finishElbow-length sleeves that end around the forearm with a turned or folded hem detail.
1 region
x 0.55 · y 0.35 · w 0.25 · h 0.20 (high) - Button placketVertical row of round buttons down the front, spaced evenly; placket sits slightly forward on the side view.
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.18 · w 0.06 · h 0.60 (high) - Hem detailStraight bottom hem with a subtle turned finish; lower-most button sits near the hem on the front panel.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.70 · w 0.40 · h 0.18 (high) - Fabric appearanceSmooth knit fabric with a fine, even texture consistent across the visible surface.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.20 · w 0.36 · h 0.50 (high) - Buttons close-upRound four-hole or shank-style buttons with a reflective grey/silver finish visible on the placket.
4 regions
x 0.34 · y 0.28 · w 0.04 · h 0.06 (high); x 0.34 · y 0.40 · w 0.04 · h 0.06 (high); x 0.34 · y 0.53 · w 0.04 · h 0.06 (high); x 0.34 · y 0.66 · w 0.04 · h 0.06 (high)
Other
A studio shot showing a male model in side profile against a neutral fabric backdrop; soft, diffused lighting produces gentle shadows and minimal reflections. Model has left hand in pants pocket; visible portion of pants is beige with fine vertical pinstripes.
- Model poseMale model shown in left-facing side profile with head tilted slightly downward and left hand in pocket.
1 region
x 0.15 · y 0.05 · w 0.70 · h 0.90 (high) - BackgroundNeutral off-white or beige fabric backdrop with visible vertical folds and soft texture.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Pants visibleBeige pants with narrow vertical pinstripes and a black piping detail at the pocket opening visible at the lower right of the image.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.72 · w 0.40 · h 0.26 (high) - Lighting and shadowsSoft, even studio lighting from the front-left producing gentle shading along the side of the model and minimal specular highlights on buttons.
Colors
black· cardigan body#0E0D13metallic grey· buttons- SilhouetteSide profile of a short-sleeve button-front cardigan with a straight, slightly relaxed fit ending at the waistline.
- 03
Product
Rear view of a black short-sleeve knit top worn by a model, showing the back panel, shoulder seams, elbow-length sleeves, and a straight hem with a narrow band.
- Back panelFlat single-piece back panel in a smooth knit fabric with no visible center seam or back opening.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.10 · w 0.76 · h 0.58 (high) - NecklineShallow round neckline with a narrow finished band sitting at the nape.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.06 · w 0.27 · h 0.08 (high) - Shoulder constructionVisible shoulder seams forming a standard set-in shoulder line angled slightly toward the sleeve.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.08 · w 0.76 · h 0.16 (high) - Sleeve length and hemElbow-length sleeves ending in a narrow hem band; sleeves appear loose rather than fitted.
2 regions
x 0.10 · y 0.32 · w 0.32 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.58 · y 0.32 · w 0.32 · h 0.20 (high) - Bottom hemStraight bottom hem with a slightly wider stitched band that sits at the waist on the model.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.60 · w 0.76 · h 0.10 (high) - Fabric surfaceSmooth, fine knit appearance with even surface and minimal visible texture under soft lighting.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.16 · w 0.64 · h 0.44 (high)
Other
Studio shot showing the model from the rear against a neutral draped fabric background with soft, diffuse lighting.
- Shot compositionPortrait-oriented studio photograph framing the model from head to hips, centered vertically and horizontally.
- BackgroundLight beige textured draped fabric backdrop with visible vertical folds and soft shadows.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (medium) - Model poseModel standing with hands in pockets, body facing away from the camera and head turned slightly to the right profile.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.06 · w 0.44 · h 0.84 (high) - Lighting and shadowsSoft, even lighting from the front or slightly off-center left producing gentle shadowing along the garment folds.
- Other clothing visibleLower torso shows beige pinstriped trousers with rear welt pockets; these trousers are not the photographed product.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.72 · w 0.64 · h 0.24 (high)
Colors
deep black· main body#0E0D13- Back panelFlat single-piece back panel in a smooth knit fabric with no visible center seam or back opening.
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Q&A
1 answered- How does the fit compare to typical Simons sizing — is it slim, regular, or relaxed?
- The fit isn't specified in the listing. Based on typical Le 31 sizing from Simons, most of their sweaters and cardigans are cut in a regular to slightly relaxed fit, but we suggest checking the size guide on the product page for exact measurements.