Sustainable Linen Pieces You Need This Summer

It’s linen season, or as some people call it — summer. Linen lends itself perfectly to the warmer months, with its natural ability to wick moisture while allowing for maximum airflow to cool you down during all of your summer adventures.

Not only practical for everything from bed sheets to stylish fashion looks, linen has been praised for being one of the world’s most sustainable and environmentally friendly natural fabrics because it is biodegradable, uses a fraction of the water that other fabrics crops require and can thrive with very few pesticides.

To help you make the most out of linen season (it’s official now), we’ve rounded up our top 10 pieces you need to stay cool, look sharp and enjoy the sunshine.

Amazon

1 / 10

The classy linen pants

A perfect base piece in any weather, classic linen trousers add instant sophistication to that combats the sweltering heat of Canadian summer. Pair it with a tied silk scarf as a top. Thank us for the compliments later.

We’re after this gorgeous, beautifully woven pair from Amazon.

Mordenmiss Women's Linen Ankle Pants Capris Cropped Tapered Trousers with Pockets, Amazon, $40.

H&M

2 / 10

The trendy linen shorts

These bright-green, high-waisted linen shorts take you from Zoom meetings to margarita hour effortlessly. Pair them with a simple tee or your favourite tank.

Linen Shorts, H&M, $30.

Amazon

3 / 10

The carefree linen mini dress

A short breezy dress is perfect for an afternoon of lounging in the park or enjoying an ice cold cocktail on a patio with friends.

Amazhiyu Women’s Linen Sleeveless Dresses with Pockets, Amazon, $40.

Whimsyandrow

4 / 10

The linen tie top

Tie tops are pretty much the official tops of summer, lending themselves well to a day at the beach or reading in the park.

Valentina Top, Whimsy and Row, $78.

H&M

5 / 10

The all-occasion jumpsuit

A good jumpsuit can serve many purposes: OJs, work attire, wedding-guest wear, grocery shopping… you get the idea. Simplify your summer wardrobe with this one simple piece and leave the complicated layering until autumn.

Tie-Belt Jumpsuit, H&M, $60.

Frank & Oak

6 / 10

The breezy, oversized linen shirt

Get ready for the beach with this bright apricot shirt from Frank & Oak. The colour is on-trend for the season.

The Oversized Linen Shirt, Frank & Oak, $90.

Reformation

7 / 10

The chic linen vest

Channel your inner Kendall Jenner in this chic vest. The stripes give it an elevated touch, plus, you can even layer it with a top underneath or wear it alone as a vest.

Talia Linen Vest, Reformation, $175.

thereformation.com

8 / 10

The forgiving linen wrap skirt

The amazing thing about a good wrap skirt is that it fits perfectly every time (thanks to the adjustable waist), so go on ahead and have that extra plate of ribs at the next family barbecue. You’ll look good and be comfortable doing it.

Florence Skirt, Reformation, $208.

Amazon

9 / 10

The boho linen blouse

Give any outfit a bohemian touch with a light linen blouse.

NYDJ Women's Linen Peasant Blouse, Amazon, $80.

Etsy

10 / 10

The reliable linen button down

This list wouldn't be complete without this reliable classic. We love a good button-down tied in the front paired with faded denim or thrown over a bikini for a little extra sun coverage.

LinenHandmadeStudio, Etsy, $102.

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