As soon as the warm weather hits, linen trousers are the first thing I bring to the front of my wardrobe. My great summer dresses are primed for those prettier moments, but when I want to feel comfortable, relaxed and still put-together, linen trousers are the first port of call.
Hunting down the best linen trousers has become a personal endeavour this summer. I've put some of the best non-see-through white pairs to the test, and now I'm focused on the best wide-leg styles. Already, one pair is making a case to claim the title, and that's Reformation's Fernando Linen Wide Leg Pant (£188).
Reformation is a brand that consistently impresses me, and during the summer months, I often find myself drawn to its linen pieces. The Olina Linen Pant was my first introduction to the brand's breezy linen, and after being impressed by the fabric and shape, I naturally started here on my hunt for a great pair of wide-leg linen trousers.
The high temperatures and busy days of summer call for loose silhouettes and lightweight fabrics, and comfort becomes key. Luckily for us, these trousers hit every note. The silhouette is relaxed and loose with an elasticated waistband for added ease, and the pull-on design is ideal for early mornings when time is of the essence, or as a quick cover-up when moving from poolside to lunch table. Reformation is all about considered design details, and these trousers have a wide turn-up hem that looks subtle with the neutral colourway, but bolder on the patterned styles (note the horizontal stripes that finish the striped pair I tried below).
Better still, Reformation's best pieces come in both extended sizes and petite lengths, so you can find the ideal fit. For strolls through European cities, simply add your favourite basic T-shirt and trainers, or opt for a romantic blouse and sandals for picnics in the park. Last weekend, I paired mine with a loose linen shirt and flip-flops for an al fresco lunch at my local café. For reference, I took my normal size (medium) and the regular length in the trousers.
Keep scrolling to shop Reformation's Fernando Linen Wide Leg Pant along with more excellent linen buys we're bookmarking this summer.
Shop the Reformation Fernando Linen Wide Leg Pant:
Just grab your basics (a white tee and black sandals), and you're ready to go.
I love to brighten up my wardrobe in the summer months with white shades.
A classic pair you'll reach for year after year.
Gingham is a key pattern for the season.
They also come in navy gingham, which I love.
The first thing I'll be packing for my summer holidays.
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