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Linen clothing is perfect for summer and warm weather travel. Stock up on this vacation staple with this season’s ten best pieces!
10 Summer-Inspired Linen Clothing Styles
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Linen regulates temperature nicely, making it cool to the touch. At first, it may seem dry and rough, but after a few more washes, linen clothing turns softer and smoother.
We love this fabric because it’s super comfortable in the heat. Unlike cotton, linen doesn’t stick to your skin even when you sweat and allows better air flow which cools your body down. This is great news if you’re traveling somewhere hot this summer: you won’t feel clammy in your clothing, just comfortable.
Want to look your best when traveling but still be comfortable. Read my travel tips to Pack Light Stylishly!
If you want more ideas, we’ve amassed quite a catalog of linen articles to aid your summer capsule wardrobe choices:
- Best Linen Shirts
- Best Linen Skirts
- Best Linen Shorts
- Best Linen Pants
- Best White Linen Pants (for beach vacations)
- Best Linen Dresses
If you think this fabric is cool (which we think it is), here’s a list of chic, comfortable linen clothing pieces you can add to your travel wardrobe in time for your summer vacay:
Crossbody | Sunglasses | Sandals | Top | Jeans
Beautifully Basic
While tank tops are breezy to begin with, selecting one in a breathable fabric will make them that much more functional when embarking on warm weather travel.
Stay effortlessly cool in these travel shirts that TFG readers love!
Amazhiyu Natural Linen Sleeveless Tank | Sizes S-XXL
A linen tank top is a total summer essential, working well with a variety of looks and offered in a wide range of cute styles. A white shirt tank adds a preppy feel to any daytime ensemble while tank brings a dramatic cut to an otherwise casual garment.
Use packing cubes to help you organize and even compress your belongings to maximize your space.
Crossbody | Sunglasses | Flats | Top | Jeans
A Pop of Color
Liven up your travel wardrobe with a splash of bold, bright colors! Whether it’s red, pink, blue, or yellow, a bright hue plays up your look and will certainly make you stand out this season.
Eileen Fisher V-Neck Organic Linen T-Shirt | Sizes XXS-XL
Pair with neutral-toned accessories for a look that’s style forward and well balanced.
Check out these TFG reader faves for the best linen t-shirts!
Top | Sunglasses | Sandals | Pants | Hat | Necklace | Bag
Pants
Ranging from delicate stripes, and a chic tie waist to a stylishly casual wide leg pant, a pair of linen pants is an easy summer essential for your travels. The best part is they won’t weigh down your luggage and will keep you comfortable in the heat.
TFG readers share their favorite travel pants for the summer!
Quince 100% European Linen Pants | Sizes XS-XL
Ranging from delicate stripes, and a chic tie waist to a stylishly casual wide leg pant, a pair of linen pants is an easy summer essential for your travels. The best part is they won’t weigh down your luggage and will keep you comfortable in the heat.
Navy Shorts
While black will always be in, why not choose a pair of shorts in another classic color, like navy? Pleasing both minimalists and color enthusiasts alike, these navy shorts are an instant summer staple.
Faherty Arlie Day Short | Sizes XXS-XXL
There is an endless list of styles to choose from when it comes to navy shorts. You could choose a trendy tie waist pair or go more classic with a classic drawstring. Looking to play it up a bit? Opt for a pair with a funky print, like the ones above!
Hat | Earrings | Top | Shorts | Sandals
Tunic
The nice thing about tunics is that they’re versatile and can be worn outside or tucked into your bottoms.
Chico’s No-Iron Linen Tunic | Sizes XS-XL
If your travels take you to a sunny seaside destination, bring along a tunic in either chambray, flirty coral stripes or a pretty turquoise hue (or all three for my fellow shopaholics!) For a classic look, opt for a crisp and clean white button up.
Earrings | Sunglasses | Flats | Shirtdress | Sunscreen | Lip Tint
Linen Plus
We love a classic shirtdress here at TFG. A linen one with summer perfect stripes will take you through the day in ease. Breathable and basic, you can easily dress them up or down to your liking. They also make great swim cover ups!
Check out the best swimsuit coverups of the season!
Quince European Linen Button Front Dress | Sizes XS-XL
Additional linen essentials include a versatile button up tunic shirt and a lightweight drapey cardigan.
Ring Set | Crossbody | Dress | Sunglasses | Bracelet | Sandals
Bohemian Belle
For the free spirited and stylish traveler, boho-inspired pieces are the perfect travel wardrobe essentials. Complement your look with accessories such as fringe bags and bead bracelets.
Angashion Midi Skater Dress with Pockets | Sizes S-XL
Rock these pieces at your next summer music festival or adventure out in an artsy, European town.
Keep your cool on vacation in these refreshing summer dresses!
Crossbody | Flats | Dress | Hat | Earrings | Bronzer
Tropical Prints
Whisking yourself off to the tropics sometime soon? Or simply want to feel as if you’re sipping out of a coconut on a beach in Maui? Then tropical print linen is the look for you.
Carve Designs Nellie Dress | Sizes XXS-XL
With a feel that’s breezy and a look that’s vacation ready, these palm and floral adorned pieces are fantastic options to rock this summer.
Top | Lip Tint | Boots | Cardigan | Crossbody | Necklace | Leggings
All Covered Up
Don’t forget to pack something for those cooler summer nights! A lightweight linen sweater keeps you warm when that breeze kicks in while also preventing you from feeling too stuffy.
Shop NIC+ZOE Linen Blend Cardigan | Sizes S-L (Regular & Petite) & 1X-3X Plus
A wrap coat or hi-low pullover adds some structured drama to your ensemble while a classic cardigan is a foolproof essential for any traveling fashionista. Other colorful options and plus.
This summer, linen clothing is in. But despite the rising temperatures, you can always feel and look cool with the right clothing in the right fabric.
What’s your favorite summer-inspired linen clothing? Please comment below!
For more posts about summer fashion, please read:
- Best Maxi Skirts for Women
- Cute Shorts for Summer Travel
- Comfy and Versatile Tank Tops
- Top Summer Dresses Perfect for a Trip Abroad
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I wore lots of linen in Italy this summer and it was perfect for the HOT weather. Thanks for the tips!
Nice Linen clothing styles for summer season. I mostly love to wear tunics during the summer season. Because tunics are lightweight, beautiful and one can look stylish and also feel comfortable when wearing it.
I am loving the trend of linen clothing. It is especially great for travel because it is so lightweight. Thanks for sharing!
Thanks Lauren! Glad you think so too 🙂
I love linen, it truly is breathable in hot hot weather. Woven linen can wrinkle badly – I carry a tiny spritzer bottle for my woven items. Fill with water, hang the clothing on a hanger, spritz well, and just hang overnight to dry. Most items are wrinkle-free by morning! (Sometimes you need to spritz and straighten out a bit.) I haven’t ironed in years!
That’s an awesome tip! Thanks Phebe 🙂
Even better than the pants and number three are ones made by a brand called dynamite
Cool, will check them out! Thanks for the tip!