Striped pointelle-knit polo-collar cardigan product image (primary)
Short-sleeve, button-front knitted polo-collar cardigan with vertical stripes in dark green, pale mint green and white; textured pointelle knit visible across the garment; collar and placket are knit in the same striped pattern; round buttons run down center front.

Le 31

Striped Pointelle-Knit Polo-Collar Cardigan

CA$69.95CAD
In Stock

This striped pointelle-knit polo-collar cardigan from Le 31 by Simons is a short-sleeve, button-front cardigan made from 100% recycled cotton. It features a point collar, full-length button placket, and openwork pointelle knit with vertical stripes in green, mint, and white. The hip-length, relaxed fit makes it suitable as a lightweight layering piece.

Material
100% Recycled Cotton
Style
retro, casual
Category
Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops

Color

Patterned GreenBlue

Size

SMALLMEDIUMLARGEX-LARGE

Specifications

Lightweight openwork knit cardigan with retro stripes and point collar, made from ultra comfortable 100% recycled cotton.

Openwork knit, retro stripes, point collar, full-length button closure, designed in Canada, 100% recycled cotton.

Material
100% Recycled Cotton
Style
retro, casual
Gender
male
Condition
new
Category
Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops

Additional Attributes

  • lightweight openwork knit
  • retro stripes
  • point collar
  • full-length button closure
  • ultra comfortable
  • 100% recycled cotton
  • pointelle-knit construction
  • designed in Canada

Product Insights

The Le 31 Striped Pointelle-Knit Polo-Collar Cardigan is a lightweight, open-work knit ideal for mild summer evenings and layering, not for warmth. Priced at $89 CAD (with a seasonal 22% discount to $69.95), it offers 100% reprocessed cotton at conventional cotton prices, avoiding the typical sustainable surcharge. Comparable to a Ralph Lauren pointelle cardigan costing $195, it delivers the same preppy style at one-third the cost, without the premium often associated with recycled materials.

Verified claims

Warmth
Lightweight open-pointelle knit is ideal for mild summer evenings, not for warmth.
Seasonal positioning
22% discount to $69.95 marks it as a seasonal update, not clearance.
Use case
Lightweight openwork knit ideal for mild summer evenings, not for warmth.
Designer value
Comparable Ralph Lauren cardigan costs $195 vs $89 for the same preppy pointelle style.
Sustainable cost
100% reprocessed cotton at conventional cotton prices, no surcharge for sustainability.
Price parity
At $89, this recycled cotton cardigan avoids the typical 20-30% sustainable knitwear surcharge.
Value proposition
No markups or sustainable premium: $89 gets pointelle and recycled cotton.
Competitor value
Ralph Lauren style at one-third cost; fast fashion lacks pointelle and recycled cotton.
Seasonal use
Lightweight pointelle knit suited for mild summer evenings and layering, not warmth.

Product record

Title
Striped Pointelle-Knit Polo-Collar Cardigan
Brand
Le 31
Price
89 CAD
Availability
In stock

Deep Research

Value compared to similar men's cardigans

  • Men's knit polo tops at fast-fashion retailers like Zara and H&M typically cap around $60 CAD, but at that price point they rarely offer openwork pointelle knitting or recycled cotton; the extra $10 here buys a more distinctive, sustainably constructed garment that sits a noticeable step above the mall-brand average.
  • The $69.95 sale price represents a 22% reduction from the regular $89, a moderate markdown that suggests the cardigan is a seasonal update rather than a clearance piece — meaning the price reflects intrinsic value, not a need to liquidate excess inventory.
  • As a Simons house brand designed in Canada, Le 31 bypasses the typical wholesale markup of third-party labels, which is why the $89 regular price can include a textured pointelle knit and recycled cotton while remaining competitively positioned against both mass-market and sustainable competitors.
  • A comparable men's short-sleeve polo-collar cardigan from Ralph Lauren at Simons retails for approximately $195 CAD, meaning this Le 31 piece delivers the same preppy, textured aesthetic at roughly one-third the price for a budget-friendly entry into the look.
  • Sustainable 100% recycled cotton knitwear often carries a 20–30% premium over virgin cotton equivalents at specialty brands, yet this cardigan’s regular $89 CAD price aligns with conventional cotton mid-tier pieces — so the eco-friendly fabrication does not inflate the cost.

Image Analysis

3 images
Striped pointelle-knit polo-collar cardigan product image (primary)
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Product

Short-sleeve, button-front knitted polo-collar cardigan with vertical stripes in dark green, pale mint green and white; textured pointelle knit visible across the garment; collar and placket are knit in the same striped pattern; round buttons run down center front.

  • Overall silhouetteShort-sleeve, hip-length shirt-style cardigan worn closed with a straight hem and relaxed fit on the torso.
    1 regionx 0.12 · y 0.18 · w 0.76 · h 0.62 (high)
  • CollarPointed polo-style knit collar made from the same textured knit and stripe pattern as the body, laying flat around the neck.
    1 regionx 0.36 · y 0.08 · w 0.28 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Front placket and buttonsCentral vertical placket with a column of round buttons in a matching green shade; placket is knit and aligns with the vertical stripe pattern.
    1 regionx 0.40 · y 0.22 · w 0.20 · h 0.58 (high)
  • SleevesShort sleeves ending above the elbow with the same vertical stripe pattern and a slightly wider mint green sleeve edge.
    2 regionsx 0.12 · y 0.30 · w 0.20 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.68 · y 0.30 · w 0.18 · h 0.20 (high)
  • Knit textureOpen pointelle-like knit texture visible across the entire fabric forming small repeating holes and a tactile surface.
    1 regionx 0.20 · y 0.24 · w 0.60 · h 0.50 (high)
  • Vertical stripe patternAlternating vertical stripes of dark green, pale mint green and white running from shoulder to hem; stripe widths vary between narrow and wider bands.
    1 regionx 0.18 · y 0.20 · w 0.64 · h 0.60 (high)

Other

Studio shot showing a male model wearing the product against a plain off-white background; three-quarter frontal pose with hands partially in pockets; even diffuse lighting and minimal shadows.

  • Model and poseMale model stands facing slightly to viewer left with head turned left and hands near front pockets; garment shown worn on body.
    1 regionx 0.08 · y 0.00 · w 0.84 · h 1.00 (high)
  • Background and lightingPlain neutral off-white background with soft, even studio lighting and faint soft shadows under the model.
  • Image framingCentered crop from head to upper thighs showing full front of the garment; edges of lower pants and some arm areas visible

Colors

deep forest green· dark green vertical stripes#3C524Dpale mint green· mint green vertical stripes and collar#ACBBB3clean white· white vertical stripes
Striped pointelle-knit polo-collar cardigan product image 2
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Product

Upper-front view of a short-sleeve, vertically striped pointelle-knit polo-collar cardigan showing collar, placket with buttons, short sleeves and knit texture.

  • Overall silhouetteFront upper torso view of a short-sleeve knit cardigan with a folded polo collar and a vertical center placket with visible buttons.
    1 regionx 0.08 · y 0.20 · w 0.84 · h 0.66 (high)
  • Collar constructionFolded polo-style collar in the same knit as the body, with visible collar points and a slight roll at the seam where it meets the placket.
    1 regionx 0.38 · y 0.09 · w 0.37 · h 0.18 (high)
  • Placket and buttonsVertical button placket down the center front with round knit-covered or plastic buttons matching the green palette; four buttons visible.
    1 regionx 0.40 · y 0.28 · w 0.20 · h 0.56 (high)
  • Knit texturePointelle knit with small repeating eyelet holes forming a textured openwork pattern across the garment.
    1 regionx 0.18 · y 0.30 · w 0.64 · h 0.44 (high)
  • Stripe patternVertical stripes alternating between a dark green, a light muted green, and an off-white; stripes are of varying widths and run uninterrupted over the collar and sleeves.
    1 regionx 0.12 · y 0.30 · w 0.76 · h 0.56 (high)
  • Short sleeves and cuffShort sleeves ending above the elbow with a slightly tighter knit cuff band that continues the stripe motif with horizontal alignment at the sleeve hem.
    2 regionsx 0.06 · y 0.68 · w 0.30 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.64 · y 0.68 · w 0.30 · h 0.18 (medium)
  • Left shoulder seamVisible shoulder seam line where sleeve meets body on the left side of the image.
    1 regionx 0.08 · y 0.28 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (medium)

Other

Studio portrait crop showing model from upper chest to top of head against a neutral light background with soft even lighting.

  • Model and framingImage shows a model wearing the garment cropped mid-torso; face and upper chest are visible and centered in the frame.
    1 regionx 0.20 · y 0.00 · w 0.60 · h 0.46 (high)
  • BackgroundEven, light neutral background with no visible props or text.
  • Lighting and shadowSoft, diffuse studio lighting with minimal shadows and even illumination across the garment and model's face.
  • Image cropTop of the model's hair is partially cropped by the top edge of the image.
    1 regionx 0.34 · y 0.00 · w 0.32 · h 0.10 (high)

Colors

deep green· dark green stripemint green· light green stripeoff-white· off-white stripe#C3CCC4teal green· buttons
Striped pointelle-knit polo-collar cardigan product image 3
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Product

Rear view of a short-sleeve, vertically striped knit polo-collar cardigan worn by a model; visible features include a foldover polo collar, textured pointelle knit, and alternating wide and narrow vertical stripes in green and white tones.

  • View and stylingBack of a short-sleeve polo-collar cardigan shown on a standing model, centered in frame, collar folded down and resting flat against the upper back.
    1 regionx 0.12 · y 0.08 · w 0.76 · h 0.74 (high)
  • Sleeve constructionShort sleeves with a straight hem that align with the upper arm; sleeve ends show the same vertical stripe pattern wrapping around the arm.
    2 regionsx 0.12 · y 0.32 · w 0.18 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.70 · y 0.32 · w 0.18 · h 0.20 (high)
  • Knit textureOpen pointelle knit with small repeating eyelet texture visible across the entire garment giving a slightly perforated appearance.
    1 regionx 0.20 · y 0.16 · w 0.60 · h 0.56 (high)
  • Vertical stripe patternAlternating vertical stripes of varying widths running from collar to hem; stripes include a dark green, a medium green, a pale mint green, and white.
    1 regionx 0.18 · y 0.14 · w 0.64 · h 0.66 (high)
  • Hem shapeStraight bottom hem with a slight curve at the side seams; hem sits above the top of the model's hips.
    1 regionx 0.18 · y 0.68 · w 0.64 · h 0.18 (high)
  • Collar detailFoldover polo collar with horizontal stitch texture contrasting the vertical body stripes; collar band is visible across the upper back.
    1 regionx 0.30 · y 0.08 · w 0.40 · h 0.10 (high)

Other

Studio shot with plain light background, soft even lighting, minimal cast shadow. Model cropped mid-thigh, facing right so left side of face and profile are visible; image centered on garment back.

  • Background and lightingUniform off-white background with soft, diffuse lighting and no harsh shadows.
    1 regionx 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high)
  • Model pose and croppingMale model standing with back to camera and head turned slightly to the right; image cropped near mid-thigh so lower legs are not visible.
    1 regionx 0.02 · y 0.02 · w 0.96 · h 0.96 (high)
  • Shadow and reflectionsVery faint shadow under the model's arms and along the side edges of the garment, no strong reflections.
    1 regionx 0.10 · y 0.60 · w 0.80 · h 0.30 (medium)

Colors

dark teal green· dark green stripesforest green· medium green stripespale mint green· pale mint green stripes#BCBBBBwhite· white stripes#C2CCC4

Q&A

1 answered
Given the openwork pointelle knit, how warm is this cardigan? Is it suitable for mild summer evenings or more for layering?
This cardigan is a lightweight openwork knit, ideal for mild summer evenings or as a light layering piece. It is not designed for warmth and is best for cool summer nights or indoor use.

Provenance

Merchant Link
https://www.simons.ca/en/men-clothing/sweaters/short-sleeves/striped-pointelle-knit-polo-collar-cardigan--6867-220804?colourId=39
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