Le 31
Minimalist Zip-Neck Sweater
This Minimalist Zip-Neck Sweater from Le 31 by Simons is a long-sleeve knit pullover featuring a short ribbed mock collar, a centered two-way metal half-zip opening, and ribbed cuffs and hem. It has a relaxed, straight torso silhouette with set-in sleeves, sits at the hips, and is knit from 100% recycled cotton in a medium-gauge, slightly heathered charcoal-grey texture. Designed in Canada, this versatile sweater can be worn for casual or more polished occasions.
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Size
Specifications
- Material
- 100% reprocessed cotton
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
Product Insights
Le 31's Minimalist Zip-Neck Sweater delivers a sustainable, logo-free design in tonal hues for a sleek, elongated silhouette, using 100% recycled cotton knit that breathes naturally but has a slightly textured hand—a tradeoff for its eco-friendly credentials. At $89, it undercuts comparable eco zip-necks, works as a mid-layer or standalone, and is designed in Canada exclusively for Simons, reinforcing the brand's commitment to recycled materials.
Verified claims
- Material
- 100% recycled cotton knit breathes naturally and has a slightly textured hand.
- Value
- At $89, this sweater undercuts comparable eco zip-necks like RADMOR's Chappie ($150).
- Environmental impact
- Post-industrial recycled cotton cuts water/carbon and avoids virgin raw materials.
- Design origin
- Designed in Canada and exclusive to Simons.
- Curated minimalism
- Logo-free design in tonal hues for a minimalist wardrobe.
- Tonal dressing
- Charcoal and navy variants worn tonally create sleek elongated silhouette.
- Hem
- Tuck hem between top and middle of fly for leg-lengthening effect.
- Mid-layer
- Works as mid-layer under a jacket and standalone in mild weather.
- Collar
- Smooth for layering under jackets; soft, cozy and structured for standalone wear.
- Sustainability
- Le 31 consistently uses recycled cotton and LENZING ECOVERO viscose in its knitwear.
Product record
- Title
- Minimalist Zip-Neck Sweater
- Brand
- Le 31
- Price
- 89 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
What Le 31 brand offers for the price
- Le 31 is sold exclusively at Simons, Canada's oldest family-run fashion retailer, meaning this sweater comes from a curated in-house line that bypasses wholesale markups — you're buying directly from the retailer's own design team.
- The sweater is knit entirely from post-industrial recycled cotton, a material that significantly reduces water and carbon footprint versus virgin cotton while delivering the soft, breathable hand of a mid-weight knit — placing sustainability at the heart of an $89 purchase without an eco-price hike.
- Le 31 men's sweaters generally land between $49 and $125 CAD at full price, with this zip-neck at $89 — a solid middle ground that signals a substantial knit without crossing into premium territory, aligning with brands like Gap or Banana Republic.
- The 'designed in Canada' tag ties this piece to Simons' Quebec City heritage and a local design sensibility, positioning the minimalist zip-neck as a product conceived by a Canadian team for a Canadian retailer rather than a rebadged generic import.
- Le 31 frequently incorporates eco-conscious fibers — recycled cotton in this and other knits, plus LENZING ECOVERO viscose in selected styles — making the brand a consistent entry point for sustainable fashion at accessible prices.
Styling the zip-neck sweater for different occasions
- Wearing the zip-neck in charcoal with matching trousers or navy on navy creates a tonal, elongated silhouette that reads as effortlessly polished — this approach is championed as the cleanest office-adjacent styling trick for men who want a contemporary, logo-free look.
- The zipped high neck acts as a structured collar that, when worn under an open bomber or suede jacket, peeks above the jacket neckline and creates one of the cleanest streetwear layering moves available — this styling technique leverages the collar's architecture to add visual interest without bulk.
- A sweater hem that sits between the top and middle of the fly prevents shortening the legs, making a front tuck into higher-rise trousers the most proportionally flattering way to wear this zip-neck — that placement also echoes the '90s-inspired silhouettes currently favoured in menswear.
How this zip-neck compares to similar sweaters
- Because the Le 31 is a knit rather than a fleece, it serves as a smoother mid-layer under a jacket or blazer — unlike fleece-based eco-options like tentree's recycled polyester 1/4 zip, which add warmth but also bulk and friction that complicate outerwear layering.
- Unlike most eco-conscious zip-neck sweaters in this price tier that blend recycled polyester with cotton or rayon, the Le 31 is made entirely of reprocessed cotton, delivering natural-fiber breathability and a soft-hand appeal for those who prefer a pure cotton knit over synthetic mixes.
- At a regular price of $89 CAD, the Le 31 undercuts the RADMOR Chappie's regular $150 CAD by a substantial margin, offering a year-round zip-neck without reliance on a sale cycle; the RADMOR only approaches the Le 31's price at $99.97 when discounted 33%.
- Recycled cotton typically has a shorter staple length than virgin cotton, giving the Le 31 a slightly more textured hand compared to RADMOR's extra-long staple organic Pima cotton, yet its fully circular eco-story and lower price appeal to buyers prioritizing waste reduction over ultimate smoothness.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Front view of a charcoal-grey knit half-zip sweater with a ribbed mock neck, ribbed cuffs and hem, visible metal zipper, and folded arms partially covering the front.
- Overall silhouetteLong-sleeve pullover sweater with a straight torso, relaxed fit through the body, and hem sitting near the model's hips.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.18 · w 0.84 · h 0.62 (high) - NecklineShort ribbed mock collar that stands upright, ending at a centered vertical half-zip opening.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.06 · w 0.28 · h 0.14 (high) - ZipperCentered metal two-way style zipper with visible metal pull tab and short stitched zipper placket.
1 region
x 0.43 · y 0.12 · w 0.14 · h 0.20 (high) - Ribbed trimsWide ribbed knit at the hem and narrower ribbed cuffs at sleeve ends, matching the collar rib pattern.
3 regions
x 0.20 · y 0.72 · w 0.60 · h 0.14 (high); x 0.18 · y 0.46 · w 0.18 · h 0.16 (high); x 0.62 · y 0.40 · w 0.18 · h 0.16 (high) - Knit textureUniform medium-gauge knit with a smooth, slightly heathered surface visible across the body and sleeves.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.20 · w 0.72 · h 0.56 (high) - Sleeve constructionSet-in sleeves with visible shoulder seam lines; sleeves shown relaxed and slightly gathered where folded across the torso.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.18 · w 0.84 · h 0.42 (high) - Visible underlayerSmall triangular portion of a white crew-neck T-shirt visible under the open zipper at the collar.
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.16 · w 0.10 · h 0.06 (high)
Other
Studio product shot showing a model wearing the sweater against a plain light background. Model is cropped mid-thigh, posed with arms crossed; lighting is soft and even with mild shadowing.
- Model and poseMale model shown from mid-thigh to above the head, facing forward with arms crossed over the chest.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.02 · w 0.64 · h 0.96 (high) - BackgroundUniform light neutral background with no visible props or patterns.
- LightingSoft, diffuse studio lighting producing minimal harsh shadows and even illumination across the sweater and model.
- Image crop and framingCentered composition cropping just below the hips and leaving space above the head; product is fully visible in frame.
Colors
charcoal grey· body and ribbing#55555Agunmetal grey· zipper- Overall silhouetteLong-sleeve pullover sweater with a straight torso, relaxed fit through the body, and hem sitting near the model's hips.
- 02
Product
Rear view of a long-sleeve knitted sweater in a uniform dark charcoal gray with a ribbed mock/zip-style collar, ribbed cuffs and hem, and plain back panel with visible shoulder seams.
- Back panelFlat, uninterrupted back surface of fine, tightly knit fabric with no visible logos, pockets, or patterns.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.18 · w 0.64 · h 0.60 (high) - CollarShort, ribbed mock/zip-style collar that stands slightly away from the neck, knit in a vertical rib pattern distinct from the body.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.06 · w 0.28 · h 0.10 (high) - Ribbed hemWide ribbed bottom hem that is visibly thicker than the body knit and lies flat around the hips.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.74 · w 0.52 · h 0.16 (high) - CuffsRibbed sleeve cuffs matching the hem's rib pattern, fitted around the wrists with slight fabric gather above each cuff.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.72 · w 0.14 · h 0.14 (high); x 0.74 · y 0.72 · w 0.12 · h 0.14 (high) - Shoulder seamsVisible seam lines along the top of each shoulder creating a defined shoulder shape; seams sit slightly inward from the sleeve edge.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.14 · w 0.64 · h 0.10 (high) - Knit textureEven, fine knit texture across the body with subtle heathering visible from small light-dark fiber variation.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.24 · w 0.56 · h 0.48 (high) - Closure visibilityNo zipper, buttons, or other closures are visible on the rear; neck closure not visible from back.
Other
Studio shot showing the model from behind against a plain light gray background; soft, even lighting with minimal shadows. Image includes model's head, hands and top of dark denim pants.
- Shot compositionCentered rear view of a standing model cropped to include head, torso, arms and upper legs.
- BackgroundPlain, evenly lit light gray backdrop with no visible props or staging elements.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Model and clothing croppingImage is cropped slightly above the model's head and just below the hips so the sweater's hem and cuffs are fully visible.
- Lighting and shadowSoft, diffuse studio lighting producing gentle, even illumination and faint shadows under the arms and at the hem.
Colors
charcoal gray· body#504F55- Back panelFlat, uninterrupted back surface of fine, tightly knit fabric with no visible logos, pockets, or patterns.
- 03
Product
Rear view of a long-sleeve knit sweater in a uniform dark charcoal gray with ribbed mock-neck collar, ribbed cuffs and ribbed hem. The sweater is worn by a model and shown from the back with visible shoulder seams and long set-in sleeves.
- Overall shapeStraight torso-length sweater with long sleeves and a relaxed fit visible from the back; hem sits at the model's hips.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.10 · w 0.76 · h 0.78 (high) - CollarShort, ribbed mock-neck collar that stands slightly away from the neck; ribbing is vertical and denser than the body knit.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.04 · w 0.28 · h 0.12 (high) - Ribbed hemWide ribbed band at the bottom of the sweater with pronounced vertical ribs, slightly thicker than the cuff ribbing.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.76 · w 0.64 · h 0.16 (high) - CuffsNarrow ribbed cuffs at sleeve ends matching the collar texture and color.
2 regions
x 0.10 · y 0.68 · w 0.16 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.74 · y 0.68 · w 0.16 · h 0.12 (high) - Knit textureUniform fine knit texture on the body and sleeves, appearing as a smooth, consistent stitch pattern across the back panel.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.18 · w 0.60 · h 0.50 (high) - Shoulder seamVisible shoulder seam running from the base of the collar toward the sleeve, set-in style.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.10 · w 0.56 · h 0.12 (medium) - Neckline rear gapSmall exposed neck area above the collar where the model's neck is visible, indicating the collar does not fully cover the neck.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.00 · w 0.12 · h 0.08 (medium)
Other
Studio shot showing the model from the rear against a light neutral background with soft, even lighting and minimal shadows. The model's hands and part of dark pants are visible at the bottom of the frame.
- Model presenceMale model wearing the sweater, shown from the back with head turned slightly to the right; hair and skin are visible above the collar.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.00 · w 0.36 · h 0.18 (high) - Supporting garmentDark-colored pants visible from the waist down, partially occluded by the sweater hem.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.86 · w 0.44 · h 0.14 (high) - Background and lightingPlain light gray to off-white background with soft, even studio lighting and minimal directional shadowing.
- Image crop and framingCentered vertical crop showing the full back of the sweater and upper legs; slight negative space above the head and at the sides.
Colors
charcoal gray· body#5B5A5D- Overall shapeStraight torso-length sweater with long sleeves and a relaxed fit visible from the back; hem sits at the model's hips.
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Customer Reviews
8 total8 reviews · out of 5
Belle couleur et de belle
Belle couleur et de belle qualité.
Chandail parfait
J’en achèterais dans d’autres couleur si disponible. J’aime bien la coupe et la taille, pas trop ample ni trop ajusté.
Loved the style and colour.
Loved the style and colour. The fit was perfect.
Très beau produit
Très beau produit
parfaite, j'ai fait whaoooo! en
parfaite, j'ai fait whaoooo! en la portant. . .
Belle qualité
Belle qualité
beau produit
beau produit
Good quality and good fit
Sizing is accurate and the quality seems good. Have not washed it yet. Color is great!
Q&A
1 answered- How thick is the knit? Would it work as a mid-layer or is it more of a standalone piece?
- The Rib Knit Zip Neck Sweater is described as having a 'soft knit construction' and a 'cozy feel' [1], suggesting a medium-weight rib knit. It should work well as a mid-layer under a jacket or as a standalone piece in mild weather.