Linen is the most alluring fabric to include in your wardrobe but if you are not familiar with this wonderful material, certain questions can surely arise. Is linen suitable for special occasions? What fabrics go well with linen? How to style a particular linen item? Can you wear linen to the office? Is it winter friendly? Yes, uncertainty can sometimes confuse, and you may hesitate to add linen to your closet. But here we are, ready to answer all those questions you have up on your sleeve. This blog post is our ultimate linen wear guide on how to wear linen clothes for different occasions and every day.

What fabrics go well with linen?

You probably already know that, but linen and denim are a match made in heaven. Your favorite pair of light-washed jeans paired with a classic white linen shirt. Looking good and staying comfy doesn’t get easier than this. Top off the look with a denim jacket and you are ready to hit the city with the most immaculate look. Yet denim is not the only fabric linen looks so good with. Cotton shirt and maxi linen skirt in a vibrant, rich color? Consider yourself ready for a romantic dinner date. Looking for a combination that is a bit more sophisticated and chicer? Nothing tops the combination of linen and silk. Two luxurious fabrics that create an incredible harmony are then matched in an outfit. Faux leather is another great combination option. To create an edgy look, pair a linen mini skirt with a simple shirt and black faux leather jacket. No surprise here but Linen and wool allow us to survive when the winter hits. Linen provides an airy feeling while wool gives a tucked-in-your-pajamas warmth and coziness. Take your favorite long-sleeve linen dress and pair it with a long-sleeve wool sweater for a dream-like romantic and cozy look. This outfit combination will help you stay comfy or provide warmth when the weather gets chilly. Linen is quite versatile and easy to adapt to the rest of the items in your wardrobe. Don’t be afraid to mix and match it with other textures, patterns, and fabrics. You might get surprised by the results you will receive!

Can linen be worn on special occasions?

Our special occasion collection is proof that if you don’t wear linen on your special occasions, you are missing out on a lot of fun. Linen dresses are endlessly chic, from maxi dresses, wrap dresses, circle skirts, and so many vibrant and breathtaking colors make you feel the most feminine and gorgeous version of yourself. Choose elegant maxi dresses that flare nicely and look fascinating in the pictures. For example, the Alicia dress with a highly feminine halter neck also features fun side slits to show off the legs. The Wavy circle skirt is our vintage-inspired showstopper most of our customers already had a chance to enjoy. It is popular among brides because of the comfortable feeling and magnificent look. It twirls around, makes you feel like dancing, and looks especially wonderful in pictures. Everything a bride needs in one clothing item, right? If you are more into linen pants than linen dresses, Palazzo is going to work for you. Sophisticated, elegant, and classic pant design that is trending at the moment and is here to stay. For mothers of the bride or the groom, choose classic and timeless shawl-collar dresses that look glamorous and alluring yet snatch the waist to create an hourglass figure. Wrap dresses cut to A-line are the easiest way to look fascinating with minimal effort.

How to style linen clothes for work?

A simple plain button-down linen shirt (like our Iris shirt) in white is an office staple, no arguing here. It allows your skin to breathe and survive the heat while providing a smart casual look. There’s no better way to stay cool in the office when the temperatures rise. Linen is also extremely absorbent (before even feeling damp) meaning no sweat marks on your favorite clothing. Tailored linen pants, like Delaney or Ginger pants, are also a great way to stay cool in the office. The polished design looks professional and keeps you comfy while the cropped length is still fun and happy-hour friendly. Style your Iris shirt with a cotton tank top underneath and finish off the look with a pair of Ginger pants and your favorite footwear. V-neck tops may be styled to work for office wear too. Roll up the sleeves for comfort and a relaxed look, and tuck in the front to emphasize the waist. If you love rocking dresses for summer, choose classic designs that never go out of fashion – button-down dresses, elastic waist dresses, or a high-waisted midi skirt with a crop top.

What to wear under your linen clothes?

People often ask not just how to wear linen clothes, but also what to wear under ir. It is usual and expected for the linen fabric to be a little see-through, especially in light colors, such as white or ivory. However, that should not prevent you from wearing linen and feeling comfortable in it. If you usually wear white, ivory, or light cream colors, choose nude-colored underwear to ensure that the undergarments are not noticeable under your linen clothes. Dark colors are usually not see-through but just to be sure, opt for undergarments in the same or very similar colors as your clothes. This little hack will always help you feel comfortable and protected from any unpleasant situations. Some items, wide necklines or spaghetti strap dresses make it hard to wear a bra underneath – the straps showing may result in an unflattering look. Choose strapless bras to feel secure without making any compromises on a flattering look. Some of our dresses are double-breasted so you don’t have to worry about wearing a bra underneath.

How to wear linen jumpsuits?

Jumpsuits are finally receiving the recognition they deserve, and we are living for it. This genius, most versatile, and unique clothing piece works for every day, weddings, birthday parties, and other occasions. Dress it up or down with the right accessories, and shoes, and you will be ready to conquer the world. The only thing you will be worried about is the blazer or a jacket to throw on top of it when the temperature drops. Invest in jumpsuits that are made from high-quality, durable linen material. It will allow you to wear the jumpsuit for years to come and in the shape that you bought it. When it comes to choosing a color, opt for classic colors, such as Black or Navy Blue. This will make the item easier to style and appropriate for many different occasions. It is easy to dress up or down the jumpsuit – it works with sneakers and heels with the power for you to choose. If you want to dress it up for a special occasion, pair it with a blazer and high heels. If you are rocking your jumpsuit to run errands, combine it with your favorite pair of sneakers and a fun hat. There are countless combinations you can wear your jumpsuit with – let your imagination run free.

How to wear linen cardigan?

Cardigans are such a great piece for layering, wrapping around the shoulders for warmth, or giving the outfit a bit of definition and finishing off the look. This practical piece looks interesting and elevates any look to another level. Opt for bright and vivid colors if you want to attract attention and choose something down-to-earth and modest if you wish to wear it every day. Cardigans may be the star of your outfit if you choose a design that is interesting and eye-catching. Choose one with kimono sleeves to wrap around when the weather gets chilly. If you love making your outfits interesting, top off the look with a statement belt and minimal accessories. Linen cardigans, like our Devonne cardigan, are great all year round. The loose and airy design adapts to any outfit you can think off, but it is best to pair it with more fitted bottoms – this help creates a balanced and figure-flattering look.

What can be matched with linen tops?

Almost any item you can think of. Your favorite pair of jeans, structured, polished, high-waisted linen pants, palazzo style pants, maxi, or miniskirts. Depend on the linen top design to help you decide on the rest of the outfit. We like to apply a balance rule here, if you are choosing loose or flared bottoms, pair them with a more fitted top linen top. If your bottoms are nice and fitted, pair them with a looser, relaxed-fit blouse. This rule helps you create a harmonious and balanced look while also emphasizing your best features and preventing a boxy or figure-less look. You can use a similar tip for styles too. Pair simple linen tops with a wide hem or culotte pants and a classic, elegant top for simple, straight silhouette pants. This tip will help make the outfit interesting to look at and effortlessly stylish.

How to style different types of linen pants: culotte pants, cropped pants, wide-leg pants, drawstring pants?

Culotte pants, such as Ruth are effortlessly elegant and all you need to create an effective look is to add a simple linen top, preferably with spaghetti straps or short sleeves. Tuck in the front of the blouse to accentuate the waistline and make your belt visible. You can also pair these pants with a crop top because they feature a high waist which makes it super comfortable and cropped length friendly. Culotte pants or wide-leg pants are generally loose so it is best to choose a fitted top so your waist would be accentuated. If you love comfort and drawstring pants, pair them with a wide neck blouse to spice up the look. Berlin crop top is one of the simplest designs we offer but if you pair it with Kaia pants, you are guaranteed to have a timeless casual look for years to come. Love wearing cropped pants? Pair them with a classic top to create an interesting and chic look.

How to style a linen skirt?

Choose the length that works best for you and have fun. Maxi linen skirt is a classic that will never go out of style but consider your figure before choosing a silhouette. Pair maxi skirts with crop tops to have a balanced look and If you are more into mini length, try wearing a long or ¾ sleeve top to ensure that the easiest and most effective to go for all-white, all-black monochromatic looks that are not only trendy at the moment but also easy to style.

Most importantly, have fun

We love wearing linen clothes and we hope that this blog post will give the same energy and inspiration for you to do too. If you need tips or have your ideas to share, contact us via email.