Once a fabric with a reputation for being difficult to wear (not to mention to iron), linen has regained affection in the fashion world over the past couple of summers. The material has dominated everything from dresses to co-ords and trousers, with labels like Deiji Studios, Bottega Veneta, and With Nothing Underneath serving up chic linen garments. Still, perhaps the most in-demand linen item remains the simplest: the shirt. Even when linen had largely fallen out of style, linen shirts remained ever-present. And with the warmer months coming upon us swiftly, now seems like the perfect time to invest in one should your wardrobe be lacking.
While classic shades of black, white and beige will always be a safe sartorial bet, we've noticed that more and more of our influencer friends are opting for bright or pastel hues, thus creating some joyful outfits in the process. That said, you needn't be a maximalist to get in on the linen-shirt trend. Our favourite minimalist dressers are snapping up linen shirts in a muted palette of khaki, navy and ecru. To show you the best of both, we've rounded up some of the sleekest linen-shirt 'fits below. Then, once you're suitably convinced that you need one too, scroll on to see and shop what we think are the best linen shirts for women.
FASHION PEOPLE IN LINEN SHIRTS
Chiara styles here blue linen shirt with wide-leg trousers and Converse for an easy look that will serve you well this summer.
Dawn shows that even in light shades, a matching set can be so impactful.
Thandi wears her yellow linen shirt with matching shorts—the perfect summer throw-on outfit.
Monikh uses her oversize linen shirt to give her joggers serious luxe appeal.
Franny's outfit looks beautiful with the linen short-sleeve shirt, which she uses to neutralise the statement print of her midi skirt.
Make like Lucy and leave the bottom buttons of your oversize linen shirt undone for an alternative styling option.
Chloé showcases a masterclass in layering with her pistachio linen shirt, which she's paired with a classic white button-down.
Marianne gives her tailored trousers a downtime spin with a pair of Converse and a sunny yellow linen shirt.
SHOP THE BEST LINEN SHIRTS FOR WOMEN
Classic white will fit into so many outfits.
How lovely is this sunny yellow hue?
This comes as a matching set, and I particularly love the off-centre tie detail.
Striped linen white white jeans? A match made in heaven.
The white-blue weave is so unique.
I love the addition of the pretty embroidery on this shirt.
Don't get me wrong, I love blue and white stripes, but there's something about this interesting shade that pulls me in.
Pair with jeans, tailoring, shorts, skirt and much more.
Speaking of great shades, this bold red is sure to fly.
I'm into this whole look.
You can always rely on Uniqlo for great basics.
Short sleeve is a winner for the heatwave.
COS is a fab choice for premium pieces that still feel affordable.
Bold, brilliant and sure to add joy to any outfit.
