I Just Tried On H&M's Entire Linen Collection—These 18 Pieces Looked and Felt So Expensive

I'm a fashion editor who has bought H&M's affordable linen for years. After testing so many pieces, this is what I'd recommend for summer 2026.

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A H&M box big enough to fit myself inside it arrived on my doorstep the other day. Like a summer fever dream, it was full to the brim with linen. Linen dresses, linen trousers, linen shorts—you name it, I ordered it. All in the name of research—obviously—because this week I was tasked by Who What Wear to report on the best H&M linen buys to invest in for summer 2026, and I don't do things by halves. So, the entire H&M linen collection went in my basket for me to put to the test, and report back on the pieces that are actually worth your money.

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I'm not just talking, "Oh yeah, this shirt's nice enough"—you can be certain I've only included picks below that I genuinely believe your summer wardrobe can really benefit from. Pieces that will elevate it, and make it look expensive (without you actually having to spend loads). I'm picky when it comes to high street buys, because I'm usually in the camp of 'spend a bit more on a lot less' to ensure your wardrobe stands up for years, not just seasons. But I'll admit, I've been shopping H&M linen for years and I do back the quality after pulling my favourites out year after year and putting them through their paces myself—especially when you invest a bit more in their premium selection linen which I highly recommend.

So, without further ado, keep scrolling to see the best H&M linen buys I tried on for summer 2026. These are the most versatile pieces that looked and felt expensive, fit well and were easy to throw on and style whether for the beach or the city.

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Emily Dawes
Emily Dawes
Senior Shopping Editor

Emily Dawes is an editor, stylist and writer with over 12 years in the industry. Known for impeccable taste, our readers trust her advice, especially in her column, expensive-looking high street buys. Working for Who What Wear UK since 2020, Emily has been a contributing editor, branded content editor and affiliate editor. Now, as senior shopping editor, she leads the e-commerce content strategy. After obtaining a BA in English and American Studies from Nottingham University, Emily landed at The Mail on Sunday’s YOU. As the magazine’s fashion editor, she travelled the globe to style and direct fashion editorials and celebrity cover shoots. As a freelancer, she has styled Grazia cover shoots, developed brand marketing and content plans and worked with VIP clients including Elizabeth Day.