{"product":{"catalog_id":"02a76f15-d244-48f1-b58d-fb802455bdca","is_eligible_search":true,"is_eligible_checkout":false,"item_id":"fd9500bf-17b6-4519-9e3d-f3c106b5c8d5","title":"Textured Bow Tie","description":"Textured bow tie from Le 31 by Simons, an exclusive design from Canada, used as a formal neckwear accessory. It features an irregular weave of 50% silk and 50% wool, with a matte black knitted texture and symmetrical lobes. The one-size bow tie offers pre-tied/self-tie styling with an adjustable metallic clasp, and requires professional cleaning and steam ironing.","url":"https://www.simons.ca/en/men-clothing/ties-bow-ties-neckerchiefs/bow-ties/textured-bow-tie--10430-2136511?colourId=1","brand":"Le 31","condition":"new","product_category":"men clothing > ties bow ties neckerchiefs > bow ties","material":"50% silk, 50% wool","age_group":"adult","image_url":"https://imagescdn.simons.ca/images/10430/2136511/1/A1_2.jpg","additional_image_urls":[],"images":[{"id":"img-1784702897202-0","url":"https://imagescdn.simons.ca/images/10430/2136511/1/A1_2.jpg","alt_text":"Textured bow tie product image (primary)","position":1,"attributes":{"other":{"summary":"Product photographed on a plain light gray background with soft, even lighting and a faint drop shadow beneath the bow tie; framing is centered and the bow fills the horizontal middle of the image.","observations":[{"key":"Background and staging","kind":"feature","value":"Uniform light gray background with no visible props or packaging.","regions":[],"evidence_status":"direct"},{"key":"Shadow","kind":"feature","value":"Soft drop shadow visible below the bow tie, running horizontally and indicating overhead diffuse lighting.","regions":[{"x":0.16,"y":0.62,"width":0.68,"height":0.12,"confidence":"high"}],"evidence_status":"direct"},{"key":"Shot composition","kind":"feature","value":"Centered, top-down front view of the bow tie occupying the central horizontal band of the image.","regions":[],"evidence_status":"direct"},{"key":"Image quality","kind":"feature","value":"Sharp focus on the bow tie with visible fine knit detail; even exposure and no visible text or labels in the frame.","regions":[],"evidence_status":"direct"}]},"colors":[{"name":"matte black","part":"bow lobes","regions":[{"x":0.06,"y":0.48,"width":0.4,"height":0.24,"confidence":"high"},{"x":0.54,"y":0.48,"width":0.4,"height":0.24,"confidence":"high"}],"subject":"product","description":"Solid dark black with a matte knitted finish and subtle tonal highlights along knit ridges.","sampled_hex":"#0E0E11","estimated_hex":"#0F0F0F"},{"name":"matte black","part":"central knot band","regions":[{"x":0.44,"y":0.46,"width":0.12,"height":0.2,"confidence":"high"}],"subject":"product","description":"Same dark black as the lobes but appearing slightly denser due to the tighter wrap of the knit.","sampled_hex":"#0D0E11","estimated_hex":"#0F0F0F"}],"product":{"summary":"A front-facing black textured bow tie laid flat with a visible woven knit texture, formed lobes and a central wrapped knot band.","observations":[{"key":"Overall shape","kind":"feature","value":"Symmetrical bow tie with two rounded rectangular lobes and a narrower central knot band tying them together; displayed flat and centered in the frame.","regions":[{"x":0.06,"y":0.46,"width":0.88,"height":0.24,"confidence":"high"}],"evidence_status":"direct"},{"key":"Surface texture","kind":"feature","value":"Dense woven knit texture visible across the lobes and knot band, producing fine horizontal and vertical stitch patterns.","regions":[{"x":0.15,"y":0.48,"width":0.7,"height":0.2,"confidence":"high"}],"evidence_status":"direct"},{"key":"Central knot detail","kind":"feature","value":"Narrow wrapped band at the center with the same knitted texture but appearing slightly tighter and more compressed than the lobes.","regions":[{"x":0.44,"y":0.46,"width":0.12,"height":0.2,"confidence":"high"}],"evidence_status":"direct"},{"key":"Lobe shaping","kind":"feature","value":"Each lobe has a slightly rounded outer edge and a subtle fold near the inner edge where it meets the knot, giving mild three-dimensional form.","regions":[{"x":0.06,"y":0.48,"width":0.4,"height":0.24,"confidence":"high"},{"x":0.54,"y":0.48,"width":0.4,"height":0.24,"confidence":"high"}],"evidence_status":"direct"},{"key":"Finish","kind":"feature","value":"Matte appearance with low sheen; highlights are limited to small knit ridges and do not create glossy reflections.","regions":[{"x":0.18,"y":0.49,"width":0.64,"height":0.18,"confidence":"medium"}],"evidence_status":"direct"}]},"packaging":{"observations":[]},"schema_version":2,"coordinate_space":{"units":"normalized","origin":"top_left"}},"variant_ids":["4174105","3484354","3484356","3484357","3484359"]}],"price":"49 CAD","sale_price":"49 CAD","availability":"in_stock","listing_has_variations":"true","variants":[{"sku":"4174105","url":"https://www.simons.ca/en/men-clothing/ties-bow-ties-neckerchiefs/bow-ties/textured-bow-tie--10430-2136511?colourId=1","image":{"id":"img-variant-4174105","url":"https://imagescdn.simons.ca/images/10430/2136511/1/A1_2.jpg","alt_text":"Textured bow tie - Black - ONE SIZE variant image","position":1,"variant_ids":["4174105"]},"price":{"value":49,"currency":"CAD"},"title":"Textured Bow Tie - Black - One Size","option1":"Black","option2":"ONE SIZE","image_url":"https://imagescdn.simons.ca/images/10430/2136511/1/A1_2.jpg","variant_id":"4174105","availability":"in_stock"},{"sku":"3484354","url":"https://www.simons.ca/en/men-clothing/ties-bow-ties-neckerchiefs/bow-ties/textured-bow-tie--10430-2136511?colourId=20","image":{"id":"img-variant-3484354","url":"https://imagescdn.simons.ca/images/10430/2136511/1/A1_2.jpg","alt_text":"Textured bow tie - Brown - ONE SIZE variant image","position":2,"variant_ids":["3484354"]},"price":{"value":49,"currency":"CAD"},"title":"Textured Bow Tie - Brown - One Size","option1":"Brown","option2":"ONE SIZE","image_url":"https://imagescdn.simons.ca/images/10430/2136511/20/A1_2.jpg","variant_id":"3484354","availability":"in_stock"},{"sku":"3484356","url":"https://www.simons.ca/en/men-clothing/ties-bow-ties-neckerchiefs/bow-ties/textured-bow-tie--10430-2136511?colourId=31","image":{"id":"img-variant-3484356","url":"https://imagescdn.simons.ca/images/10430/2136511/1/A1_2.jpg","alt_text":"Textured bow tie - Mossy Green - ONE SIZE variant image","position":3,"variant_ids":["3484356"]},"price":{"value":49,"currency":"CAD"},"title":"Textured Bow Tie - Mossy Green - One Size","option1":"Mossy Green","option2":"ONE SIZE","image_url":"https://imagescdn.simons.ca/images/10430/2136511/31/A1_2.jpg","variant_id":"3484356","availability":"in_stock"},{"sku":"3484357","url":"https://www.simons.ca/en/men-clothing/ties-bow-ties-neckerchiefs/bow-ties/textured-bow-tie--10430-2136511?colourId=41","image":{"id":"img-variant-3484357","url":"https://imagescdn.simons.ca/images/10430/2136511/1/A1_2.jpg","alt_text":"Textured bow tie - Navy/Midnight Blue - ONE SIZE variant image","position":4,"variant_ids":["3484357"]},"price":{"value":49,"currency":"CAD"},"title":"Textured Bow Tie - Navy/midnight Blue - One Size","option1":"Navy/Midnight Blue","option2":"ONE SIZE","image_url":"https://imagescdn.simons.ca/images/10430/2136511/41/A1_2.jpg","variant_id":"3484357","availability":"in_stock"},{"sku":"3484359","url":"https://www.simons.ca/en/men-clothing/ties-bow-ties-neckerchiefs/bow-ties/textured-bow-tie--10430-2136511?colourId=61","image":{"id":"img-variant-3484359","url":"https://imagescdn.simons.ca/images/10430/2136511/1/A1_2.jpg","alt_text":"Textured bow tie - Burgundy - ONE SIZE variant image","position":5,"variant_ids":["3484359"]},"price":{"value":49,"currency":"CAD"},"title":"Textured Bow Tie - Burgundy - One Size","option1":"Burgundy","option2":"ONE SIZE","image_url":"https://imagescdn.simons.ca/images/10430/2136511/61/A1_2.jpg","variant_id":"3484359","availability":"in_stock"}],"item_group_title":"Textured Bow Tie","size_system":"US","gender":"male","shipping":"Free shipping on purchases of Can$50 or more for members, Can$75 or more for non-members. Shipping time 4 to 7 business days.","is_digital":"false","q_and_a":[{"a":"The wool-polyester blend, combined with silk, gives this bow tie a good balance of structure and flexibility. Wool provides natural resilience to help hold a crisp shape, while polyester adds durability and helps the bow maintain its form over time.","q":"How does the wool-polyester blend affect the bow tie's ability to hold a crisp shape?"},{"a":"The recommended care is to professionally clean the bow tie. Ironing with or without steam is also acceptable according to the care instructions.","q":"What care instructions are recommended for the silk-wool-polyester blend?"}],"target_countries":"US","canonical_url":"https://www.simons.ca/en/men-clothing/ties-bow-ties-neckerchiefs/bow-ties/textured-bow-tie--10430-2136511?colourId=1","deep_research":{"dimensions":{"pre_tied_realism":{"title":"Realism of the pre-tied design and clasp","entries":{"metallic_clasp_adjustment":"The adjustable metallic clasp replaces the common fixed hook or elastic, providing a custom neckband fit that lies flat and prevents the bow from shifting off-center — a frequent giveaway of pre-tied impostors and a detail explicitly cited in high-end pre-tied construction as critical to the illusion.","irregular_weave_camouflage":"Its irregular weave — a silk, wool, and polyester blend — creates a matte, textured surface that reads more relaxed and less theatrical than high-shine satin, helping the fixed bow pass as a freshly tied one even under moderate scrutiny."},"entry_quotes":{"metallic_clasp_adjustment":[{"url":"https://www.bowtieclub.com/products/black-satin-pre-tied-bow-tie-1","quote":"The second mark of a well made pre-tied is a quality hook and clasp to attach the neckband."},{"url":"https://www.lyst.com/en-ca/accessories/le-31-textured-bow-tie-6/","quote":"Adjustable with a metallic clasp"}],"irregular_weave_camouflage":[{"url":"https://www.lyst.com/en-ca/accessories/le-31-textured-bow-tie-6/","quote":"Irregular weave in a silk, wool and polyester blend"}]},"entry_sources":{"metallic_clasp_adjustment":["https://www.bowtieclub.com/products/black-satin-pre-tied-bow-tie-1","https://www.lyst.com/en-ca/accessories/le-31-textured-bow-tie-6/"],"irregular_weave_camouflage":["https://www.lyst.com/en-ca/accessories/le-31-textured-bow-tie-6/"]}},"competitive_value":{"title":"How it stacks up against similar textured bow ties","entries":{"le_31_exclusive_design_and_italian_made_comparison":"Designed in Canada as part of the Simons-exclusive Le 31 label, this bow tie's irregular weave isn't a commodity solid—at $49, it delivers a distinct texture without the $99 price tag that Le 31's own Italian-made wool ties command, making it a cost-effective way to wear an exclusive design while avoiding the premium of imported tailoring.","republic_of_ties_foxes_50_silk_50_wool_self_tie_37_25":"The Foxes bow tie from Republic of Ties shares the same silk-wool composition but is a genuine self-tie that must be knotted each time—shipped pre-tied, yet requiring skill to use—and at €37.25 (~$55 CAD) it costs about 10% more than the Le 31, which instead delivers a hassle-free pre-tied look at a lower price while still using the same natural-blend fibers.","suspenderstore_wool_blend_herringbone_self_tie_21_95_usd":"A budget self-tie bow tie like SuspenderStore's $21.95 USD herringbone model uses a wool blend with no silk, missing the subtle sheen and richer black dye-hold that silk provides; spending the extra ~$30 for the Le 31 adds those silk benefits plus the fuss-free pre-tied design—a clear leap in both material quality and daily convenience."},"entry_quotes":{"le_31_exclusive_design_and_italian_made_comparison":[{"url":"https://www.lyst.com/en-ca/accessories/le-31-textured-bow-tie-6/","quote":"Le 31 by Simons: an exclusive designed in Canada"},{"url":"https://www.lyst.com/en-ca/accessories/le-31-textured-striped-tie/","quote":"Le 31Textured Pure Wool Tie Exclusive Collection From Italy - Brown $99"}],"republic_of_ties_foxes_50_silk_50_wool_self_tie_37_25":[{"url":"https://republicofties.com/en_GB/p/Bowtie-50-Silk-50-wool-Foxes/219","quote":"Self-tie bow tie (shipped tied up - it is possible to untie and tie up again)."},{"url":"https://www.lyst.com/en-ca/accessories/le-31-textured-bow-tie-6/","quote":"Pre-tied, self-tie styling"}],"suspenderstore_wool_blend_herringbone_self_tie_21_95_usd":[{"url":"https://www.suspenderstore.com/men-s-wool-blend-herringbone-traditional-freestyle-self-tie-bow-tie-black-gray/","quote":"Men's Wool Blend Herringbone Traditional Freestyle Self-Tie Bow Tie - Black/Gray"},{"url":"https://www.suspenderstore.com/men-s-wool-blend-herringbone-traditional-freestyle-self-tie-bow-tie-black-gray/","quote":"Now: $21.95"}]},"entry_sources":{"le_31_exclusive_design_and_italian_made_comparison":["https://www.lyst.com/en-ca/accessories/le-31-textured-bow-tie-6/","https://www.lyst.com/en-ca/accessories/le-31-textured-striped-tie/"],"republic_of_ties_foxes_50_silk_50_wool_self_tie_37_25":["https://republicofties.com/en_GB/p/Bowtie-50-Silk-50-wool-Foxes/219","https://www.lyst.com/en-ca/accessories/le-31-textured-bow-tie-6/"],"suspenderstore_wool_blend_herringbone_self_tie_21_95_usd":["https://www.suspenderstore.com/men-s-wool-blend-herringbone-traditional-freestyle-self-tie-bow-tie-black-gray/"]}},"care_and_longevity":{"title":"Maintaining the silk-wool bow tie over time","entries":{"dry_brushing":"A brief once-over with a soft clothes brush after each wear removes surface dust and prevents it from embedding into the irregular weave — a few seconds of dry brushing can keep the bow tie looking fresh through multiple outings before it needs any wet cleaning.","travel_packaging":"For travel, packing the pre-tied bow in a small rigid box or between soft clothing in a carry-on prevents the metallic clasp from snagging and shields the structured wings from being crushed — arriving with the shape intact avoids last-minute steaming or reshaping.","home_spot_cleaning":"A fresh stain on the silk-wool blend can often be lifted with a cool-water-and-mild-soap solution dabbed on with a white cloth, provided you test colorfastness first on the inside keeper band — this avoids unnecessary dry cleaning cycles that can prematurely degrade the wool fibers.","pressing_through_a_cloth":"When ironing, always place a dry cotton press cloth between the iron and the bow tie and use the lowest heat setting — direct contact with the iron can flatten the irregular weave and create a permanent shine on the silk-wool surface.","pre_tied_wing_preservation":"Store this bow flat or in a small box to prevent the pre-tied wings from flattening or becoming crushed — hanging it on a hook gradually pulls the silk-wool fabric out of shape and can strain the metallic clasp.","steaming_to_revive_texture":"A handheld steamer held at a safe distance relaxes creases and revives the wool-silk blend's texture without the direct-contact risks of an iron, making it the gentlest way to refresh the bow between wears."},"entry_quotes":{"dry_brushing":[{"url":"https://bowties.wrswebsolutions.com/how-care-store-bow-tie-collection/","quote":"Brush away surface dust with a clean, soft clothes brush appropriate to the fabric."}],"travel_packaging":[{"url":"https://bowties.wrswebsolutions.com/how-care-store-bow-tie-collection/","quote":"Pack the bow tie in a small box, garment folder or between soft clothing. Carry an event-critical tie in hand luggage. On arrival, unpack it early so minor creases can relax."}],"home_spot_cleaning":[{"url":"https://www.hewore.com/wash-silk-tie/","quote":"Wet a cotton swab and rub it firmly against an interior seam or the keeper loop on the back of the tie — somewhere the dye is the same but the mark would not show. If any color transfers to the swab, stop."},{"url":"https://cleaningbro.com/how-to-spot-clean-a-silk-tie-quick-steps-that-work/","quote":"Spot clean a silk tie by dabbing (not rubbing) a small amount of mild soap solution onto the stain, then blotting with a clean, dry cloth."}],"pressing_through_a_cloth":[{"url":"https://bowties.wrswebsolutions.com/how-care-store-bow-tie-collection/","quote":"For silk and cotton, place a clean cloth between the iron and bow tie and use the lowest suitable setting."}],"pre_tied_wing_preservation":[{"url":"https://bowties.wrswebsolutions.com/how-care-store-bow-tie-collection/","quote":"Pre-tied bows need enough space to preserve the wings."},{"url":"https://www.thetiebar.com/blogs/news/how-to-clean-a-silk-tie-washing-drying-pressing","quote":"Hanging: You can hang silk ties on a tie rack but after time, the weight of the silk may distort the shape of the tie."}],"steaming_to_revive_texture":[{"url":"https://bowties.wrswebsolutions.com/how-care-store-bow-tie-collection/","quote":"Use light steam at a safe distance only if the care instructions allow it."},{"url":"https://www.thetiebar.com/blogs/news/how-to-clean-a-silk-tie-washing-drying-pressing","quote":"Steaming is the safest way to remove wrinkles from a silk tie."}]},"entry_sources":{"dry_brushing":["https://bowties.wrswebsolutions.com/how-care-store-bow-tie-collection/"],"travel_packaging":["https://bowties.wrswebsolutions.com/how-care-store-bow-tie-collection/"],"home_spot_cleaning":["https://www.hewore.com/wash-silk-tie/","https://cleaningbro.com/how-to-spot-clean-a-silk-tie-quick-steps-that-work/"],"pressing_through_a_cloth":["https://bowties.wrswebsolutions.com/how-care-store-bow-tie-collection/","https://www.thetiebar.com/blogs/news/how-to-clean-a-silk-tie-washing-drying-pressing"],"pre_tied_wing_preservation":["https://bowties.wrswebsolutions.com/how-care-store-bow-tie-collection/","https://www.thetiebar.com/blogs/news/how-to-clean-a-silk-tie-washing-drying-pressing"],"steaming_to_revive_texture":["https://bowties.wrswebsolutions.com/how-care-store-bow-tie-collection/","https://www.thetiebar.com/blogs/news/how-to-clean-a-silk-tie-washing-drying-pressing"]}},"irregular_weave_texture":{"title":"What the irregular weave adds to the look","entries":{"irregular_weave_over_standard_plain_weave":"Unlike a smooth plain-weave or satin bow tie, the irregular weave introduces an uneven, light-diffusing surface that gives the solid black color a nuanced, almost heathered appearance — this makes the bow tie read as intentionally designed rather than a generic basic, adding a subtle point of interest to evening wear without breaking the formality of a black-tie dress code.","50_silk_50_wool_blend_in_the_irregular_weave":"The even split of silk and wool — with silk contributing luster and wool providing a matte finish — creates a fabric where the irregular weave's raised and recessed areas reflect light differently, producing a subtle shimmer across the knot and wings that a pure silk or synthetic bow tie cannot match."},"entry_quotes":{"irregular_weave_over_standard_plain_weave":[{"url":"https://nomanwalksalone.com/products/untipped-solid-navy-irregular-weave-silk-tie-handrolled-edges","quote":"The irregular weave of this silk tie adds just the right amount of visual interest and texture to an otherwise classic and conservative solid silk tie."}]},"entry_sources":{"irregular_weave_over_standard_plain_weave":["https://nomanwalksalone.com/products/untipped-solid-navy-irregular-weave-silk-tie-handrolled-edges"]}},"silk_wool_blend_properties":{"title":"How the silk-wool blend performs in a bow tie","entries":{"50_50_silk_wool_ratio":"A 50% silk content places this bow tie in the 'silk-forward luster' and 'excellent drape' category of silk-wool blends, which textile manufacturers reserve for luxury garments and eveningwear — the result is a bow with a polished, fluid shape that refuses to look stiff or boxy.","skin_friendly_comfort":"Silk's smooth fiber surface cancels out the micro-prickle that can make pure wool ties uncomfortable against the neck, so the 50/50 blend feels cool and sleek while still delivering wool's natural warmth — an underappreciated detail for a neck accessory worn tight for hours.","luxury_brand_alignment":"The silk-wool combination is a firm fixture in luxury neckwear: Jaeger markets its 67% silk / 33% wool bow tie as 'an added touch of luxury,' and Brioni lists a green silk and wool bow tie among its formal accessories — this Le 31 piece, with its 50/50 blend, follows the same material playbook as bows priced several times higher.","three_season_breathability":"The blend harnesses wool's moisture-wicking and silk's innate breathability, so it stays comfortable across cool and mildly warm settings — a black wool-silk bow tie is as at home at a December wedding as it is at a heated indoor spring gala, unlike pure wool which can feel suffocating in mild warmth.","matte_finish_with_textured_weave":"The wool component suppresses the high-gloss shine of pure silk, delivering a matte finish and an irregular, tactile weave that photographs with depth rather than glare — a critical advantage under event lighting where satin bows can over-reflect."},"entry_quotes":{"50_50_silk_wool_ratio":[{"url":"https://www.huafutex.com/news/industry-news/what-is-wool-silk-blend-yarn-how-to-source-it.html","quote":"| 40–50% | Strong, silk-forward luster | Excellent drape | Moderate | Luxury garments, fine scarves, eveningwear |"}],"skin_friendly_comfort":[{"url":"https://www.huafutex.com/news/industry-news/what-is-wool-silk-blend-yarn-how-to-source-it.html","quote":"Silk's smooth filaments reduce the surface friction of wool, lowering the prickle sensation that some consumers associate with wool garments."}],"luxury_brand_alignment":[{"url":"https://www.marksandspencer.com/textured-silk-rich-bow-tie/p/clp60745342","quote":"This bow tie by Jaeger is a blend of silk and wool to give your smart ensemble an added touch of luxury."}],"three_season_breathability":[{"url":"https://modaknits.com/wool-silk-fabric/","quote":"- Breathable and Moisture-Wicking: Wool’s breathability combines with silk’s moisture-wicking properties, keeping wearers comfortable by allowing air circulation and reducing moisture retention."},{"url":"https://factxtop.com/black-formal-wool-bow-tie/","quote":"That makes it especially attractive in fall and winter, when heavier fabrics like wool suiting, velvet dinner jackets, flannel trousers, and textured overcoats already dominate the scene."}],"matte_finish_with_textured_weave":[{"url":"https://factxtop.com/black-formal-wool-bow-tie/","quote":"Unlike a classic black silk bow tie, which has a smooth shine and a traditional black-tie look, a wool bow tie has a matte finish and visible texture."},{"url":"https://factxtop.com/black-formal-wool-bow-tie/","quote":"Silk says old-school evening elegance. Wool says elegance with depth."}]},"entry_sources":{"50_50_silk_wool_ratio":["https://www.huafutex.com/news/industry-news/what-is-wool-silk-blend-yarn-how-to-source-it.html"],"skin_friendly_comfort":["https://www.huafutex.com/news/industry-news/what-is-wool-silk-blend-yarn-how-to-source-it.html"],"luxury_brand_alignment":["https://www.marksandspencer.com/textured-silk-rich-bow-tie/p/clp60745342","https://www.brioni.com/en/us/pr/green-silk-and-wool-bow-tie-O1L200O240D3500"],"three_season_breathability":["https://modaknits.com/wool-silk-fabric/","https://factxtop.com/black-formal-wool-bow-tie/"],"matte_finish_with_textured_weave":["https://factxtop.com/black-formal-wool-bow-tie/","https://www.simons.ca/en/men-clothing/ties-bow-ties-neckerchiefs/bow-ties/textured-bow-tie--10430-2136511?colourId=1"]}}}},"handle":"textured-bow-tie-10430-2136511","storefront_path":"/en/men-clothing/ties-bow-ties-neckerchiefs/bow-ties/textured-bow-tie--10430-2136511","storefront_url":"https://ai.simons.ca/en/men-clothing/ties-bow-ties-neckerchiefs/bow-ties/textured-bow-tie--10430-2136511"}}