{"product":{"catalog_id":"8bb0f796-904c-47bc-ab31-2c5d9d5667b8","is_eligible_search":true,"is_eligible_checkout":false,"item_id":"3f930ea9-ff9b-4bd1-91b6-954571885dd1","title":"Mosaic Jacquard Overshirt","description":"The Mosaic Jacquard Overshirt is a long-sleeve snap-front overshirt (shirt jacket) designed in Canada by Le 31 by Simons. It features a dense floral tile mosaic jacquard pattern, pointed collar, full-length snap buttons, hidden side-seam pockets, and a straight hem. The thick stretch fabric is a polyester blend made from recycled plastic bottles, offering a textured, slightly quilted appearance.","url":"https://www.simons.ca/en/men-clothing/shirts/overshirts/mosaic-jacquard-overshirt--7023-225886?colourId=0","brand":"Le 31","condition":"new","product_category":"men clothing > shirts > overshirts","material":"86% polyester made from recycled plastic, 12% viscose, 2% spandex","age_group":"adult","image_url":"https://imagescdn.simons.ca/images/7023/225886/49/A1_2.jpg","additional_image_urls":["https://imagescdn.simons.ca/images/7023/225886/49/A2_2.jpg","https://imagescdn.simons.ca/images/7023/225886/49/A3_2.jpg"],"images":[{"id":"img-1784702970464-0","url":"https://imagescdn.simons.ca/images/7023/225886/49/A1_2.jpg","alt_text":"Mosaic jacquard overshirt product image (primary)","position":1,"attributes":{"other":{"summary":"Studio product shot cropped mid-thigh; model standing against a plain light background with soft even lighting, neutral shadowing and no visible props.","observations":[{"key":"Shot composition","kind":"feature","value":"Frontal three-quarter portrait of a standing model cropped slightly below the hips, centered in frame.","regions":[{"x":0,"y":0,"width":1,"height":1,"confidence":"high"}],"evidence_status":"direct"},{"key":"Background and lighting","kind":"feature","value":"Uniform off-white studio background with soft diffuse lighting and minimal shadows around the subject.","regions":[],"evidence_status":"direct"},{"key":"Visible model clothing not part of product","kind":"feature","value":"Light-wash blue jeans and navy T-shirt are visible but are not described as product features in the product section.","regions":[{"x":0.26,"y":0.68,"width":0.48,"height":0.3,"confidence":"high"}],"evidence_status":"direct"}]},"colors":[{"name":"light beige","part":"main patterned fabric background","regions":[{"x":0.14,"y":0.2,"width":0.34,"height":0.3,"confidence":"high"},{"x":0.52,"y":0.42,"width":0.24,"height":0.26,"confidence":"high"}],"subject":"product","description":"Warm light beige/tan background tone across the jacquard pattern with a slightly textured matte finish.","sampled_hex":"#CCC2B4","estimated_hex":"#D9C9B6"},{"name":"navy blue","part":"patterned motif fill","regions":[{"x":0.44,"y":0.24,"width":0.18,"height":0.18,"confidence":"high"},{"x":0.64,"y":0.44,"width":0.14,"height":0.18,"confidence":"high"}],"subject":"product","description":"Deep navy blue used for larger floral/geometric motif elements, appearing as a solid matte fill.","sampled_hex":"#2E3349","estimated_hex":"#1E3550"},{"name":"pale blue","part":"pattern accent","regions":[{"x":0.3,"y":0.3,"width":0.12,"height":0.12,"confidence":"high"},{"x":0.58,"y":0.3,"width":0.12,"height":0.12,"confidence":"high"}],"subject":"product","description":"Pale blue accents highlighting inner petal shapes within the mosaic motifs, appearing matte and cool-toned.","estimated_hex":"#A9C6DF"},{"name":"medium brown","part":"pattern accent lines","regions":[{"x":0.36,"y":0.38,"width":0.12,"height":0.1,"confidence":"high"},{"x":0.6,"y":0.46,"width":0.1,"height":0.12,"confidence":"high"}],"subject":"product","description":"Warm medium brown outlining and small motif details providing contrast in the jacquard pattern.","estimated_hex":"#8C5E45"}],"product":{"summary":"Front three-quarter view of a long-sleeve button-front overshirt with an allover mosaic jacquard pattern, worn open over a navy T-shirt; textured fabric, pointed collar, straight hem, and visible side pocket at model right.","observations":[{"key":"Overall silhouette","kind":"feature","value":"Long-sleeve overshirt worn open with relaxed straight hem, slightly boxy body and set-in sleeves; model wears it unbuttoned revealing an inner layer.","regions":[{"x":0.08,"y":0.12,"width":0.84,"height":0.72,"confidence":"medium"}],"evidence_status":"direct"},{"key":"Collar","kind":"feature","value":"Pointed shirt collar made from the same patterned jacquard fabric, folded flat against the neck.","regions":[{"x":0.36,"y":0.06,"width":0.28,"height":0.16,"confidence":"high"}],"evidence_status":"direct"},{"key":"Front closure","kind":"feature","value":"Visible vertical button placket down the front with small round buttons; placket edges show the same patterned fabric and the shirt is left open.","regions":[{"x":0.33,"y":0.22,"width":0.34,"height":0.56,"confidence":"high"}],"evidence_status":"direct"},{"key":"Fabric texture and pattern","kind":"feature","value":"Dense mosaic jacquard pattern composed of repeated tile-like floral and geometric motifs; fabric surface appears textured and slightly raised.","regions":[{"x":0.12,"y":0.18,"width":0.76,"height":0.6,"confidence":"high"}],"evidence_status":"direct"},{"key":"Sleeve and cuff","kind":"feature","value":"Long sleeve with straight cuff finished in the same patterned fabric; right sleeve shows natural fold lines near the elbow and wrist.","regions":[{"x":0.58,"y":0.3,"width":0.32,"height":0.46,"confidence":"high"}],"evidence_status":"direct"},{"key":"Side pocket","kind":"feature","value":"Model right hand is placed inside a side-entry pocket set into the shirt body at hip level, causing a slight gather at the side seam.","regions":[{"x":0.62,"y":0.5,"width":0.22,"height":0.26,"confidence":"high"}],"evidence_status":"direct"},{"key":"Visible inner layer","kind":"feature","value":"Plain navy crew-neck T-shirt worn underneath, visible through the open front of the overshirt.","regions":[{"x":0.39,"y":0.22,"width":0.22,"height":0.36,"confidence":"high"}],"evidence_status":"direct"},{"key":"Lower hem detail","kind":"feature","value":"Straight hem rests near the top of the jeans with the patterned fabric extending uniformly to the hem.","regions":[{"x":0.18,"y":0.62,"width":0.64,"height":0.2,"confidence":"medium"}],"evidence_status":"direct"}]},"packaging":{"observations":[]},"schema_version":2,"coordinate_space":{"units":"normalized","origin":"top_left"}},"variant_ids":["4522904","4522905","4522906","4522907","4522908"]},{"id":"img-1784702970464-1","url":"https://imagescdn.simons.ca/images/7023/225886/49/A2_2.jpg","alt_text":"Mosaic jacquard overshirt product image 2","position":2,"attributes":{"other":{"summary":"Studio-style portrait crop showing a model from chest upward against a neutral light background with soft even lighting and minimal shadows.","observations":[{"key":"Model presence","kind":"feature","value":"Male model head and neck visible above the shirt; face is frontal and slightly tilted.","regions":[{"x":0.08,"y":0.03,"width":0.86,"height":0.44,"confidence":"high"}],"evidence_status":"direct"},{"key":"Background","kind":"feature","value":"Even, neutral off-white background with no visible props or packaging.","regions":[],"evidence_status":"direct"},{"key":"Lighting and shadows","kind":"feature","value":"Soft studio lighting from front-left creating gentle shadows along the right side of the model and subtle shading in fabric texture.","regions":[],"evidence_status":"direct"},{"key":"Image crop","kind":"feature","value":"Three-quarter vertical crop showing upper torso and head; lower body and full sleeves are cropped out of frame.","regions":[],"evidence_status":"direct"}]},"colors":[{"name":"warm beige","part":"shirt base","regions":[{"x":0.08,"y":0.5,"width":0.8,"height":0.4,"confidence":"high"}],"subject":"product","description":"Warm beige background visible between pattern elements with a matte woven finish.","sampled_hex":"#C5BBB2","estimated_hex":"#D9CBB9"},{"name":"navy blue","part":"pattern dark motifs","regions":[{"x":0.6,"y":0.62,"width":0.22,"height":0.2,"confidence":"high"},{"x":0.18,"y":0.68,"width":0.18,"height":0.18,"confidence":"high"}],"subject":"product","description":"Deep navy blue used for larger floral shapes and some tile outlines, appearing matte against the beige ground.","sampled_hex":"#23253A","estimated_hex":"#12263F"},{"name":"light blue","part":"pattern light motifs","regions":[{"x":0.32,"y":0.66,"width":0.16,"height":0.14,"confidence":"high"}],"subject":"product","description":"Pale sky blue fill used within some floral elements, appearing slightly desaturated and matte.","estimated_hex":"#9DBFE0"},{"name":"warm brown","part":"pattern accent","regions":[{"x":0.46,"y":0.58,"width":0.18,"height":0.16,"confidence":"medium"}],"subject":"product","description":"Medium brown used for outlining and small motif details, warm and matte in appearance.","sampled_hex":"#8B7B6C","estimated_hex":"#8B5E3C"},{"name":"pale gold metal","part":"snap buttons","regions":[{"x":0.52,"y":0.54,"width":0.04,"height":0.05,"confidence":"high"},{"x":0.52,"y":0.66,"width":0.04,"height":0.05,"confidence":"high"}],"subject":"product","description":"Round metallic snaps with a pale warm gold finish and slight specular highlights.","sampled_hex":"#BDB2A4","estimated_hex":"#C8B08A"}],"product":{"summary":"Upper front of a quilted jacquard overshirt with a repeating mosaic floral tile pattern, pointed collar, and visible metal snap buttons. Diagonal quilting stitches form a grid over the patterned fabric.","observations":[{"key":"Fabric pattern","kind":"feature","value":"Dense repeating mosaic floral tile pattern covering the visible shirt area; each tile contains a four- or eight-petal floral motif in alternating color combinations.","regions":[{"x":0.06,"y":0.45,"width":0.88,"height":0.47,"confidence":"high"}],"evidence_status":"direct"},{"key":"Quilted texture","kind":"feature","value":"Diagonal quilting stitches create a diamond grid across the shirt surface, visible as raised seams over the patterned fabric.","regions":[{"x":0.08,"y":0.5,"width":0.8,"height":0.4,"confidence":"high"}],"evidence_status":"direct"},{"key":"Collar","kind":"feature","value":"Pointed shirt collar made from the same patterned fabric with visible topstitching along the collar edge.","regions":[{"x":0.39,"y":0.31,"width":0.4,"height":0.18,"confidence":"high"}],"evidence_status":"direct"},{"key":"Front closure","kind":"feature","value":"Centered placket with round metallic snap buttons, two snaps visible on the chest area.","regions":[{"x":0.47,"y":0.48,"width":0.12,"height":0.3,"confidence":"high"}],"evidence_status":"direct"},{"key":"Shoulder and chest view","kind":"feature","value":"Right shoulder and upper chest are visible, showing pattern alignment across shoulder seam and part of the sleeve cap on the left side of the image.","regions":[{"x":0.02,"y":0.46,"width":0.6,"height":0.42,"confidence":"medium"}],"evidence_status":"direct"}]},"packaging":{"observations":[]},"schema_version":2,"coordinate_space":{"units":"normalized","origin":"top_left"}},"variant_ids":["4522904","4522905","4522906","4522907","4522908"]},{"id":"img-1784702970464-2","url":"https://imagescdn.simons.ca/images/7023/225886/49/A3_2.jpg","alt_text":"Mosaic jacquard overshirt product image 3","position":3,"attributes":{"other":{"summary":"Studio photo of a model wearing the overshirt against a neutral light gray background with soft, even lighting and minimal shadows; composition centers the garment and crops above the knees.","observations":[{"key":"Model and pose","kind":"feature","value":"Male model shown from the back with head turned slightly to the left; left hand relaxed at the side and right hand partly visible with fingers near the hem.","regions":[{"x":0.08,"y":0.04,"width":0.84,"height":0.92,"confidence":"high"}],"evidence_status":"direct"},{"key":"Background and lighting","kind":"feature","value":"Uniform light gray studio background with even, diffuse lighting that produces soft shadows and minimal specular highlights.","regions":[],"evidence_status":"direct"},{"key":"Supporting garment","kind":"feature","value":"Light-wash denim jeans visible from the waistband down; jeans are not the focus and are cropped at mid-thigh.","regions":[{"x":0.24,"y":0.8,"width":0.52,"height":0.18,"confidence":"high"}],"evidence_status":"direct"},{"key":"Image crop","kind":"feature","value":"Image is vertically framed; upper part of the model's head and the lower legs are near the frame edges and partially cropped out.","regions":[],"evidence_status":"direct"}]},"colors":[{"name":"warm beige","part":"base background","regions":[{"x":0.12,"y":0.16,"width":0.76,"height":0.68,"confidence":"high"}],"subject":"product","description":"Warm beige/cream background visible between pattern motifs with a matte woven finish.","sampled_hex":"#C3BAAD","estimated_hex":"#E6D9C8"},{"name":"navy blue","part":"primary motif","regions":[{"x":0.3,"y":0.22,"width":0.12,"height":0.12,"confidence":"high"},{"x":0.56,"y":0.38,"width":0.12,"height":0.12,"confidence":"high"}],"subject":"product","description":"Deep navy blue used for alternating star and medallion shapes, appearing matte and evenly saturated.","sampled_hex":"#2D2422","estimated_hex":"#12243F"},{"name":"light blue","part":"accent motif","regions":[{"x":0.38,"y":0.26,"width":0.08,"height":0.08,"confidence":"high"},{"x":0.62,"y":0.44,"width":0.08,"height":0.08,"confidence":"high"}],"subject":"product","description":"Light powder blue accents within floral elements, appearing slightly desaturated.","estimated_hex":"#9FBEE0"},{"name":"warm brown","part":"secondary accent","regions":[{"x":0.22,"y":0.3,"width":0.09,"height":0.09,"confidence":"high"},{"x":0.6,"y":0.3,"width":0.09,"height":0.09,"confidence":"high"}],"subject":"product","description":"Medium warm brown/tan used as a secondary accent around motifs, matte finish.","estimated_hex":"#8C5E3A"},{"name":"deep charcoal","part":"motif outline","regions":[{"x":0.34,"y":0.34,"width":0.06,"height":0.06,"confidence":"high"},{"x":0.5,"y":0.5,"width":0.06,"height":0.06,"confidence":"high"}],"subject":"product","description":"Small areas of dark nearly black detailing outlining some motif elements.","sampled_hex":"#1C1C23","estimated_hex":"#1E1E1E"}],"product":{"summary":"Rear view of a long-sleeve overshirt with a dense repeating mosaic jacquard pattern, visible collar, straight hem, and relaxed fit over light-wash jeans.","observations":[{"key":"Overall silhouette","kind":"feature","value":"Back of a relaxed-fit overshirt shown from the shoulders to the upper hips with full-length sleeves; the garment falls straight to a hem that rests at the model's upper hips.","regions":[{"x":0.06,"y":0.12,"width":0.88,"height":0.76,"confidence":"high"}],"evidence_status":"direct"},{"key":"Collar","kind":"feature","value":"Standard shirt collar visible from the rear, lying flat against the neck and following the neckline without a hood or stand.","regions":[{"x":0.4,"y":0.06,"width":0.2,"height":0.12,"confidence":"high"}],"evidence_status":"direct"},{"key":"Sleeve construction","kind":"feature","value":"Long sleeves with visible sleeve seams and slightly gathered fabric at the cuffs; cuffs sit at the model's wrists and are integrated into the patterned fabric.","regions":[{"x":0.06,"y":0.4,"width":0.24,"height":0.46,"confidence":"high"},{"x":0.7,"y":0.4,"width":0.24,"height":0.46,"confidence":"high"}],"evidence_status":"direct"},{"key":"Fabric texture","kind":"feature","value":"Textured jacquard weave with small raised areas producing a slightly quilted appearance across the surface.","regions":[{"x":0.2,"y":0.2,"width":0.6,"height":0.6,"confidence":"medium"}],"evidence_status":"direct"},{"key":"Pattern motif","kind":"feature","value":"Dense repeating square mosaic motif of alternating floral-like medallions and star shapes arranged on a diagonal grid across the entire visible back and sleeves.","regions":[{"x":0.08,"y":0.14,"width":0.84,"height":0.72,"confidence":"high"}],"evidence_status":"direct"},{"key":"Hem detail","kind":"feature","value":"Straight hem with no visible vent or slit; hem aligns with the top of the model's jeans waistband.","regions":[{"x":0.18,"y":0.76,"width":0.64,"height":0.12,"confidence":"high"}],"evidence_status":"direct"},{"key":"Visible fasteners","kind":"feature","value":"No buttons, snaps, or other fasteners are visible on the rear view.","regions":[],"evidence_status":"direct"}]},"packaging":{"observations":[]},"schema_version":2,"coordinate_space":{"units":"normalized","origin":"top_left"}},"variant_ids":["4522904","4522905","4522906","4522907","4522908"]}],"price":"125 CAD","sale_price":"125 CAD","availability":"in_stock","listing_has_variations":"true","variants":[{"sku":"4522904","url":"https://www.simons.ca/en/men-clothing/shirts/overshirts/mosaic-jacquard-overshirt--7023-225886?colourId=49","image":{"id":"img-variant-4522904","url":"https://imagescdn.simons.ca/images/7023/225886/49/A1_2.jpg","alt_text":"Mosaic jacquard overshirt - Patterned Blue - SMALL variant image","position":1,"variant_ids":["4522904"]},"price":{"value":125,"currency":"CAD"},"title":"Mosaic Jacquard Overshirt - Patterned Blue - Small","option1":"Patterned Blue","option2":"SMALL","image_url":"https://imagescdn.simons.ca/images/7023/225886/49/A1_2.jpg","variant_id":"4522904","availability":"in_stock"},{"sku":"4522905","url":"https://www.simons.ca/en/men-clothing/shirts/overshirts/mosaic-jacquard-overshirt--7023-225886?colourId=49","image":{"id":"img-variant-4522905","url":"https://imagescdn.simons.ca/images/7023/225886/49/A1_2.jpg","alt_text":"Mosaic jacquard overshirt - Patterned Blue - MEDIUM variant image","position":2,"variant_ids":["4522905"]},"price":{"value":125,"currency":"CAD"},"title":"Mosaic Jacquard Overshirt - Patterned Blue - Medium","option1":"Patterned Blue","option2":"MEDIUM","image_url":"https://imagescdn.simons.ca/images/7023/225886/49/A1_2.jpg","variant_id":"4522905","availability":"in_stock"},{"sku":"4522906","url":"https://www.simons.ca/en/men-clothing/shirts/overshirts/mosaic-jacquard-overshirt--7023-225886?colourId=49","image":{"id":"img-variant-4522906","url":"https://imagescdn.simons.ca/images/7023/225886/49/A1_2.jpg","alt_text":"Mosaic jacquard overshirt - Patterned Blue - LARGE variant image","position":3,"variant_ids":["4522906"]},"price":{"value":125,"currency":"CAD"},"title":"Mosaic Jacquard Overshirt - Patterned Blue - Large","option1":"Patterned Blue","option2":"LARGE","image_url":"https://imagescdn.simons.ca/images/7023/225886/49/A1_2.jpg","variant_id":"4522906","availability":"in_stock"},{"sku":"4522907","url":"https://www.simons.ca/en/men-clothing/shirts/overshirts/mosaic-jacquard-overshirt--7023-225886?colourId=49","image":{"id":"img-variant-4522907","url":"https://imagescdn.simons.ca/images/7023/225886/49/A1_2.jpg","alt_text":"Mosaic jacquard overshirt - Patterned Blue - X-LARGE variant image","position":4,"variant_ids":["4522907"]},"price":{"value":125,"currency":"CAD"},"title":"Mosaic Jacquard Overshirt - Patterned Blue - X-Large","option1":"Patterned Blue","option2":"X-LARGE","image_url":"https://imagescdn.simons.ca/images/7023/225886/49/A1_2.jpg","variant_id":"4522907","availability":"in_stock"},{"sku":"4522908","url":"https://www.simons.ca/en/men-clothing/shirts/overshirts/mosaic-jacquard-overshirt--7023-225886?colourId=49","image":{"id":"img-variant-4522908","url":"https://imagescdn.simons.ca/images/7023/225886/49/A1_2.jpg","alt_text":"Mosaic jacquard overshirt - Patterned Blue - XX-LARGE variant image","position":5,"variant_ids":["4522908"]},"price":{"value":125,"currency":"CAD"},"title":"Mosaic Jacquard Overshirt - Patterned Blue - Xx-Large","option1":"Patterned Blue","option2":"XX-LARGE","image_url":"https://imagescdn.simons.ca/images/7023/225886/49/A1_2.jpg","variant_id":"4522908","availability":"in_stock"}],"item_group_title":"Mosaic Jacquard Overshirt","size_system":"US","gender":"male","is_digital":"false","q_and_a":[{"a":"This overshirt has a comfort fit with a straight cut, so it offers more room than a standard dress shirt but isn't oversized. Sizing true to size should work for a relaxed layering piece.","q":"How does this overshirt fit compared to standard shirt sizes? Is it true to size or oversized?"},{"a":"Yes, this overshirt is designed as a lightweight layer and works well as a jacket for spring and fall. It features a thick stretch fabric and straight hem, making it ideal for wearing open over a T‑shirt or buttoned as a shirt.","q":"Is this overshirt suitable as a lightweight jacket for spring/fall layering, or more for indoor use?"}],"target_countries":"US","canonical_url":"https://www.simons.ca/en/men-clothing/shirts/overshirts/mosaic-jacquard-overshirt--7023-225886?colourId=0","deep_research":{"dimensions":{"hidden_side_pockets":{"title":"Hidden side seam pockets: utility without bulk","entries":{"clean_front_aesthetic":"The absence of visible pocket hardware or split seams on the front plane means the floral mosaic pattern remains the centerpiece — for a buyer who values the jacquard's visual impact, the hidden pockets ensure that the textile, not the tailoring, dominates the shirt's appearance.","silhouette_first_design":"By keeping the storage within the side seams instead of adding patch or cargo pockets, the overshirt avoids extra fabric bulking at the hips — the straight hem and slim profile stay intact even when the pockets are in use, which is key for a piece meant to be worn as a lightweight jacket.","seam_integrated_invisibility":"The pocket openings are positioned directly on the side seams, so when the overshirt is worn open or buttoned, the pockets are virtually undetectable — no flaps, visible zippers, or contrast stitching call attention, allowing the mosaic jacquard to flow uninterrupted from front to back."},"entry_quotes":{"clean_front_aesthetic":[{"url":"https://www.askandyaboutclothes.com/threads/on-seam-pockets.194667/","quote":"I definitely believe on seam looks better. It's a cleaner, simpler line"},{"url":"https://www.threadsmagazine.com/2021/10/27/add-a-low-profile-or-in-seam-pocket","quote":"Careful stitching and clipping control fabric layers to make a pocket opening that barely shows."}],"silhouette_first_design":[{"url":"https://www.threadsmagazine.com/2021/10/27/add-a-low-profile-or-in-seam-pocket","quote":"this in-seam pocket is guaranteed to lie smoothly and neither pull open nor flare out. It adds functionality to a garment without disrupting the silhouette."},{"url":"https://sewandtellco.com/the-power-of-pockets-3-common-pocket-types/","quote":"They’re spacious without adding bulk, making them perfect for dresses and slim-fit pants."}],"seam_integrated_invisibility":[{"url":"https://www.threadsmagazine.com/2021/10/27/add-a-low-profile-or-in-seam-pocket","quote":"It’s gape-free and nearly invisible"},{"url":"https://sewandtellco.com/the-power-of-pockets-3-common-pocket-types/","quote":"Seamlessly stylish. These pockets blend into your garments like a secret agent at a fancy gala."}]},"entry_sources":{"clean_front_aesthetic":["https://www.askandyaboutclothes.com/threads/on-seam-pockets.194667/","https://www.threadsmagazine.com/2021/10/27/add-a-low-profile-or-in-seam-pocket"],"silhouette_first_design":["https://www.threadsmagazine.com/2021/10/27/add-a-low-profile-or-in-seam-pocket","https://sewandtellco.com/the-power-of-pockets-3-common-pocket-types/"],"seam_integrated_invisibility":["https://www.threadsmagazine.com/2021/10/27/add-a-low-profile-or-in-seam-pocket","https://sewandtellco.com/the-power-of-pockets-3-common-pocket-types/"]}},"care_and_maintenance":{"title":"Washing and maintaining the jacquard fabric","entries":{"air_dry_only":"Tumble dryers generate 50–70°C even on low heat, a range that permanently damages elastane and can deform recycled polyester above 70°C; air drying the overshirt flat preserves the stretch, prevents shrinkage, and keeps the jacquard pattern from flattening under heat stress.","mesh_laundry_bag":"The intricately woven mosaic pattern is susceptible to pulls from zippers and buttons during wash agitation; placing the overshirt in a mesh laundry bag eliminates direct friction and prevents irreversible snags that would mar the floral tile design.","30_c_maximum_wash":"Recycled polyester is naturally shrink-resistant, but the elastane in this overshirt's stretch blend begins to lose its elastic memory at 40°C after 10–15 cycles — washing in cold water (30°C or below) prevents the fabric from stiffening and the jacquard pattern from distorting over repeat washes.","no_fabric_softener":"Fabric softener coats synthetic fibers with a waxy film that dulls the jacquard's visual depth, reduces breathability, and can attract dirt; a mild liquid detergent without softener maintains the fabric's clean hand and keeps the pattern crisp.","microfiber_catching_bag":"Recycled polyester sheds microfibers during machine washing; pairing the overshirt with a Guppyfriend or similar microfiber-catching bag captures nearly all shed fibers, aligning the care routine with the garment's recycled-plastic origins and reducing environmental impact.","iron_on_reverse_with_pressing_cloth":"The raised jacquard texture flattens under direct high heat, and polyester softens at 70°C, so using a cool iron (synthetic setting) on the reverse side with a pressing cloth protects both the dimensional pattern and the fiber integrity."},"entry_quotes":{"air_dry_only":[{"url":"https://freedomactivewear.com.au/blogs/news/how-to-wash-recycled-activewear-care-guide","quote":"Tumble dryers run at 50 to 70°C on low heat and 80 to 90°C on high heat. Either setting damages elastane."},{"url":"https://www.laundryheap.com/blog/how-to-wash-polyester-jackets/","quote":"High heat can melt fibres and damage coatings. According to garment care specialists, polyester begins to deform at temperatures above 70°C."}],"mesh_laundry_bag":[{"url":"https://www.mqstex.com/news/industry-news/how-do-you-care-for-and-maintain-jacquard-fabric-garments.html","quote":"Place the garment inside a mesh laundry bag to protect the weave from friction and snags."}],"30_c_maximum_wash":[{"url":"https://freedomactivewear.com.au/blogs/news/how-to-wash-recycled-activewear-care-guide","quote":"Anything over 30°C starts to weaken polyester fibres. At 40°C the elastane begins losing memory after 10 to 15 cycles."},{"url":"https://thestyleserum.com/does-recycled-polyester-shrink/","quote":"recycled polyester is highly resistant to shrinking"}],"no_fabric_softener":[{"url":"https://www.laundryheap.com/blog/how-to-wash-polyester-jackets/","quote":"Avoid fabric softener"}],"microfiber_catching_bag":[{"url":"https://djerfavenue.com/en/fabric-care/recycled-polyester/","quote":"Wash in a microfiber washing bag to catch microfibers from being washed out in the drain."}],"iron_on_reverse_with_pressing_cloth":[{"url":"https://www.mqstex.com/news/industry-news/how-do-you-care-for-and-maintain-jacquard-fabric-garments.html","quote":"Iron Jacquard garments on the reverse side using low to medium heat. Place a pressing cloth between the iron and fabric to protect the pattern and texture."},{"url":"https://www.laundryheap.com/blog/how-to-wash-polyester-jackets/","quote":"polyester begins to deform at temperatures above 70°C"}]},"entry_sources":{"air_dry_only":["https://freedomactivewear.com.au/blogs/news/how-to-wash-recycled-activewear-care-guide","https://www.laundryheap.com/blog/how-to-wash-polyester-jackets/"],"mesh_laundry_bag":["https://www.mqstex.com/news/industry-news/how-do-you-care-for-and-maintain-jacquard-fabric-garments.html"],"30_c_maximum_wash":["https://freedomactivewear.com.au/blogs/news/how-to-wash-recycled-activewear-care-guide","https://thestyleserum.com/does-recycled-polyester-shrink/"],"no_fabric_softener":["https://www.laundryheap.com/blog/how-to-wash-polyester-jackets/"],"microfiber_catching_bag":["https://djerfavenue.com/en/fabric-care/recycled-polyester/","https://sustaingearguide.com/washing-recycled-polyester-fleece/"],"iron_on_reverse_with_pressing_cloth":["https://www.mqstex.com/news/industry-news/how-do-you-care-for-and-maintain-jacquard-fabric-garments.html","https://www.laundryheap.com/blog/how-to-wash-polyester-jackets/"]}},"competitive_positioning":{"title":"How it stacks up against similar jacquard overshirts","entries":{"le_31_by_simons_exclusivity":"Le 31 is a Simons in-house brand designed in Canada, meaning this overshirt is not available through any other retailer — a level of exclusivity that bypasses multi-brand markups and often allows a more generous materials-to-price ratio, which is felt in the thick, dimensional jacquard at this price point.","no_excess_jacquard_overshirt":"No Excess's taupe jacquard overshirt uses a 70% recycled polyester / 30% cotton blend at a regular price of €119.99 (about $180 CAD), but its pattern is a simpler two-tone weave without the dimensional floral mosaic of the Le 31 — which offers a more intricate, textured visual at a lower CAD 125, with a thicker stretch hand.","gaud_jacquard_overshirt_snap_closure":"Gaudì's stretch jacquard overshirt also features snap buttons and a cotton/poly/elastane blend at £100.23 (about $170 CAD) — Le 31 matches the snap closure and stretch comfort but at a lower price, while using recycled polyester rather than virgin materials, making it the more accessible and sustainable choice in the snap-front jacquard subset.","wax_london_whiting_overshirt_mosaic_quilt":"Wax London's jacquard overshirt with a comparable mosaic motif and hidden in-seam pockets retails at $215 USD (frequently marked down to $150) in a 71% cotton / 29% polyester blend — at $125 CAD, Le 31 undercuts that price significantly while shifting to a recycled polyester stretch fabric, delivering similar aesthetic detail with a more flexible, eco-conscious build."},"entry_quotes":{"no_excess_jacquard_overshirt":[{"url":"https://no-excess.be/en/products/jacquard-overshirt-taupe","quote":"70% Polyester (Recycled), 30% Cotton"},{"url":"https://no-excess.be/en/products/jacquard-overshirt-taupe","quote":"€119,99"}],"gaud_jacquard_overshirt_snap_closure":[{"url":"https://gaudi-fashion.com/gb_en/7190-overshirt-jacket-in-jacquard-cotton-616071-2.html","quote":"Snap button closure"},{"url":"https://gaudi-fashion.com/gb_en/7190-overshirt-jacket-in-jacquard-cotton-616071-2.html","quote":"52%PL 45%CO 3%EA"},{"url":"https://gaudi-fashion.com/gb_en/7190-overshirt-jacket-in-jacquard-cotton-616071-2.html","quote":"£100.23"}],"wax_london_whiting_overshirt_mosaic_quilt":[{"url":"https://www.fera.co/products/whiting-overshirt-mosaic-quilt","quote":"$150.00 $215.00"},{"url":"https://www.fera.co/products/whiting-overshirt-mosaic-quilt","quote":"71% Cotton, 29% Polyester"},{"url":"https://www.fera.co/products/whiting-overshirt-mosaic-quilt","quote":"discreet in-seam side pockets"}]},"entry_sources":{"no_excess_jacquard_overshirt":["https://no-excess.be/en/products/jacquard-overshirt-taupe"],"gaud_jacquard_overshirt_snap_closure":["https://gaudi-fashion.com/gb_en/7190-overshirt-jacket-in-jacquard-cotton-616071-2.html"],"wax_london_whiting_overshirt_mosaic_quilt":["https://www.fera.co/products/whiting-overshirt-mosaic-quilt"]}},"snap_button_convenience":{"title":"Snap buttons: convenience and casual appeal","entries":{"snap_closure_speed":"The full-length snap closure turns the overshirt into a garment that can be put on or removed in a single, swift motion — unlike buttons that require sequential alignment — an advantage when frequently taking the thing off indoors because it functions as a lightweight jacket."},"entry_quotes":{"snap_closure_speed":[{"url":"https://spanglishthreadz.com/shirts-with-snaps-instead-of-buttons/","quote":"the snap closure makes it so easy to put on and take off"}]},"entry_sources":{"snap_closure_speed":["https://spanglishthreadz.com/shirts-with-snaps-instead-of-buttons/"]}},"jacquard_weave_durability":{"title":"Jacquard weave: texture, durability, and pattern longevity","entries":{"wear_through_resistance":"Because the pattern exists throughout the fabric's thickness rather than just on the surface, even if the outer fibers experience friction the underlying weave continues to carry the design — the overshirt resists thinning or developing bald spots where the pattern has worn away, a common failure point for printed shirts that see heavy use as a layering piece.","yarn_dyed_colorfastness":"Jacquard patterns typically rely on yarns that are dyed before weaving, embedding color deep within the fibers rather than laying it on the surface, and this polyester-blend overshirt amplifies that advantage because synthetic polyester resists UV degradation and does not absorb water, making the mosaic significantly less prone to fading from sunlight or washing.","substantial_hand_and_drape":"Jacquard weaves are inherently denser and heavier than plain weaves because of the complex interlacing of yarns, which — combined with the overshirt's specified 'thick stretch fabric' — gives it a satisfying weight and structured drape that feels more like a light jacket, reinforcing its role as a layering piece with physical presence rather than a flimsy cover-up.","structural_pattern_integration":"The floral tile mosaic is woven directly into the fabric using a jacquard loom, meaning the design is an inseparable part of the cloth rather than a surface print — it cannot peel, crack, or scratch off over time, so the overshirt maintains its graphic impact far longer than a printed shirt would.","three_dimensional_surface_texture":"Beyond durability, the jacquard construction gives the mosaic motif physical relief — raised and recessed areas that shift with light and angle — creating a tactile depth that makes the overshirt feel more luxurious and visually engaging than a flat-printed alternative, consistent with jacquard's heritage in high-end shirting."},"entry_quotes":{"wear_through_resistance":[{"url":"https://www.ronglien.com/news/industry-news/woven-jacquard-fabric-quality-texture-upholstery-guide.html","quote":"When surface yarns wear, the interlocked weave beneath provides continued structural support — the fabric does not thin, pill, or expose backing material in the same way that surface-coated or single-layer alternatives do."}],"yarn_dyed_colorfastness":[{"url":"https://www.ronglien.com/news/industry-news/woven-jacquard-fabric-quality-texture-upholstery-guide.html","quote":"Colorfastness is where woven jacquard fabric holds a structural advantage over every printed alternative. Color in jacquard resides inside the yarn — applied during yarn dyeing or piece dyeing before weaving — not in a dye layer sitting on top of the fiber."},{"url":"https://www.jestextile.com/blog/how-does-jacquard-fabric-perform-in-terms-of-colorfastness-1961028.html","quote":"Polyester is very resistant to sunlight, heat, and chemicals. It doesn't absorb water as easily as natural fibers, which means that the dyes are less likely to bleed or fade during washing."}],"substantial_hand_and_drape":[{"url":"https://fibreguard.com/blog/explainer-what-are-jacquard-fabrics","quote":"Yes, Jacquard is widely considered a luxury, high-quality fabric. Because the patterns are structurally woven into the material, the fabric is inherently heavier, highly durable, less prone to fraying, and resistant to fading or wearing away over time compared to printed textiles."}],"structural_pattern_integration":[{"url":"https://fibreguard.com/blog/explainer-what-are-jacquard-fabrics","quote":"Jacquard fabrics are woven, not printed. Their patterns are built directly into the structure of the cloth, which gives them their distinctive texture, depth, and decorative character."},{"url":"https://www.ronglien.com/news/industry-news/woven-jacquard-fabric-superiority-luxury-upholstery-guide.html","quote":"Woven Jacquard Fabric stands as the pinnacle of textile engineering, where the pattern is not merely applied to the surface but is structurally integrated into the weave itself."}],"three_dimensional_surface_texture":[{"url":"https://fibreguard.com/blog/explainer-what-are-jacquard-fabrics","quote":"jacquard often has more depth, texture, and visual interest."}]},"entry_sources":{"wear_through_resistance":["https://www.ronglien.com/news/industry-news/woven-jacquard-fabric-quality-texture-upholstery-guide.html"],"yarn_dyed_colorfastness":["https://www.ronglien.com/news/industry-news/woven-jacquard-fabric-quality-texture-upholstery-guide.html","https://www.jestextile.com/blog/how-does-jacquard-fabric-perform-in-terms-of-colorfastness-1961028.html"],"substantial_hand_and_drape":["https://fibreguard.com/blog/explainer-what-are-jacquard-fabrics"],"structural_pattern_integration":["https://fibreguard.com/blog/explainer-what-are-jacquard-fabrics","https://www.ronglien.com/news/industry-news/woven-jacquard-fabric-superiority-luxury-upholstery-guide.html"],"three_dimensional_surface_texture":["https://fibreguard.com/blog/explainer-what-are-jacquard-fabrics","https://www.ronglien.com/news/industry-news/woven-jacquard-fabric-quality-texture-upholstery-guide.html","https://www.wytextile.com/shirt-fabric-weaves-explained-plain-twill-satin-dobby-and-jacquard/"]}},"stretch_fabric_performance":{"title":"Stretch fabric and ease of movement","entries":{"thick_stretch_drape_and_mobility":"The thick, medium-weight hand of this jacquard fabric provides a substantial drape that hangs cleanly, yet the integrated stretch allows the overshirt to move with you during dynamic actions like reaching for a steering wheel or throwing on a backpack—delivering the visual heft of a jacket with the freedom of a knit shirt.","polyester_s_dimensional_stability":"Polyester’s inherent resistance to shrinking and stretching under normal wash and wear conditions means this overshirt holds its size and silhouette through dozens of machine cycles, avoiding the gradual shrinkage or shape drift that plague some all-cotton jacket alternatives."},"entry_quotes":{"polyester_s_dimensional_stability":[{"url":"https://tontonsportswear.com.au/polyester-vs-spandex-fabric-activewear/","quote":"Polyester resists shrinking and stretching under normal wash and wear conditions, maintaining garment shape across hundreds of wash cycles."}]},"entry_sources":{"polyester_s_dimensional_stability":["https://tontonsportswear.com.au/polyester-vs-spandex-fabric-activewear/"]}},"recycled_polyester_credentials":{"title":"Recycled polyester: sustainability and performance","entries":{"2023_wear_trial_n_244":"In a 2023 two-month real-world wear trial with 244 participants, people could not reliably distinguish recycled from virgin polyester shirts, nor did they prefer one over the other — the overshirt’s recycled fabric is not expected to feel different from a conventional polyester piece.","0_4_moisture_absorption":"Recycled polyester absorbs just 0.4% moisture — it moves sweat along the fiber surface via capillary action rather than soaking in, giving the overshirt quick-dry capability that’s useful for a layer worn in transitional weather.","59_less_energy_71_lower_co":"Producing recycled polyester consumes 59% less energy and emits 71% less CO₂ per ton than virgin polyester, so the overshirt’s environmental footprint is substantially smaller before the first wear.","tensile_strength_35_85_cn_tex":"Recycled polyester delivers the same tensile strength range (35–85 cN/tex), abrasion resistance, and dimensional stability as virgin polyester, so the overshirt’s thick jacquard fabric will not wear out faster because of its recycled content.","60_plastic_bottles_per_kilogram":"Every kilogram of rPET fabric repurposes approximately 60 single-use plastic bottles, meaning a midweight overshirt like this keeps a substantial number of bottles out of landfills and oceans."},"entry_quotes":{"2023_wear_trial_n_244":[{"url":"https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/17543266.2023.2247427","quote":"The responses to the wear trial questionnaires showed that participants struggled to perceive a difference between the different types of polyester t-shirts, and none of the t-shirt materials was significantly preferred over another."}],"0_4_moisture_absorption":[{"url":"https://textiletuts.com/what-is-recycled-polyester-rpet/","quote":"rPET’s moisture absorption of just 0.4% means it does not wick perspiration into the fiber — instead, moisture travels through capillary action along the fiber surface, making it effective in tightly woven or knitted constructions designed specifically for moisture management."}],"59_less_energy_71_lower_co":[{"url":"https://textiletuts.com/what-is-recycled-polyester-rpet/","quote":"The result is a polyester filament with 59% lower energy consumption and 71% lower CO2 emissions per ton compared to virgin polyester production"}],"tensile_strength_35_85_cn_tex":[{"url":"https://textiletuts.com/what-is-recycled-polyester-rpet/","quote":"This means rPET delivers the same tensile strength (35–85 cN/tex), abrasion resistance, and dimensional stability as virgin polyester without requiring new petroleum feedstock."}],"60_plastic_bottles_per_kilogram":[{"url":"https://textiletuts.com/what-is-recycled-polyester-rpet/","quote":"Each kilogram of rPET fabric is produced from approximately 60 plastic bottles"}]},"entry_sources":{"2023_wear_trial_n_244":["https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/17543266.2023.2247427"],"0_4_moisture_absorption":["https://textiletuts.com/what-is-recycled-polyester-rpet/"],"59_less_energy_71_lower_co":["https://textiletuts.com/what-is-recycled-polyester-rpet/"],"tensile_strength_35_85_cn_tex":["https://textiletuts.com/what-is-recycled-polyester-rpet/"],"60_plastic_bottles_per_kilogram":["https://textiletuts.com/what-is-recycled-polyester-rpet/"]}}}},"handle":"mosaic-jacquard-overshirt-7023-225886","storefront_path":"/en/men-clothing/shirts/overshirts/mosaic-jacquard-overshirt--7023-225886","storefront_url":"https://ai.simons.ca/en/men-clothing/shirts/overshirts/mosaic-jacquard-overshirt--7023-225886"}}