Linen is a notoriously tricky fabric for retailers because it has the habit of looking like a crumpled mess in no time, but over the past few summers, fashion buyers are going back to it like it's an ex-partner who's promised they've changed. It still creases, but linen has somehow become the one fabric that can add effortless ease and polish to a warmer weather outfit in an instant.
With a return to raw, natural fabrics like raffia and hemp, the slight crinkle can also have a lovely charm to it. Though, you will still probably want a steamer or iron on hand for the mornings, of course. Whether you're off on holiday soon or not, linen looks just as good on a beach as it does in the city, and the vast array of different linen styles on offer for 2024 only proves how versatile a fabric it is.
With linen taking over new collections, though, it's hard to know where to actually find the very best pieces. Well, that's where we come in. As long-time lovers of linen, us Who What Wear editors have put our heads together and come up with the list below of 35 of the very best linen pieces you should see for this spring/summer. From easy dresses that will take you from holiday evenings to countryside weddings; to relaxed shirts you can wear just as easily to the office or as a cover-up on the beach.
Plus, we've been sure to cover all budget bases, so you'll find affordable M&S styles next to more luxurious pieces by The Frankie Shop—luckily linen is one of those fabrics that can make you look rich no matter what the price tag.
Keep scrolling to see the best linen pieces available now...
The Best Linen Shirts & Tops
Shop Linen Shirts & Tops:
A classic.
I love this bold hue.
So cute with jeans.
Such a fun colour for summer.
You can't beat this bargain.
So sleek!
This looks really expensive.
The Best Linen Sets & Co-Ords
Shop Linen Sets & Co-Ords:
Shop Jessica's exact look from above.
Brown is a mojar colour this season.
You could also style these separately with a white tee.
The pink set is soooo cute.
This set comes in 10 colours, including white, striped, pale green and black.
I love that you buy this as a set.
Perfect for holidays or running errands in summer.
The Best Linen Trousers & Shorts
Shop Linen Trousers:
I have these trousers in three colours, now I need the linen pair.
These H&M trousers come in five colours and in sizes XS to 4XL.
I'd style these with a strappy black sandal.
I've seen so many influencers wearing these recently.
The perfect breezy pair for a balmy day.
These feel really cool.
A pull-on linen short is a summer essential.
Linen but make it elevated.
The Best Linen Dresses
Shop Linen Dresses:
How gorgeous is this shape?
Just add raffia accessories.
I adore the details on this dress.
This throw-on style is such a pretty summer garden party option.
A cult classic!
Such a great dress.
So cute!
The Best Linen Blazers + Jackets
Shop Linen Blazers:
This is a bestseller for a reason.
I love this unusual green colour.
Trust me, you'll want to wear this all summer.
With the matching trousers, this suit would be great for a wedding.
A linen bomber jacket is something I never knew I needed.
I'm sold on this entire set.
It doesn't get much more chic than this.
This story was published at an earlier time and has since been updated.
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