Our guide to Wearing Linen
Due to its weave structure, linen is a highly breathable fabric and doesn’t cling to the skin in the same way cotton does. Rather than drape over the skin, linen clothes billow and let air circulate around, thus cooling your body and helping to dry any moisture in the fabric. In short, linen clothing makes hot days in summer a breeze (literally)!
Additionally, linen is both a highly absorbent and moisture-wicking fabric that quickly evaporates any moisture it absorbs. This means linen clothes can not only take more perspiration than cotton before feeling damp, but they allow you to stay cool and comfortable while the sun is beating down without having to worry about visible perspiration patches on your clothing.
Another big bonus when it comes to linen clothing is the fact that linen is 30% stronger than cotton and known for its superior durability. Linen clothes may feel stiff at first but will become softer and more comfortable to wear with every wash. Due to its flax fibres, linen is also abrasion resistant and won’t stretch as cotton does. When looked after well, linen clothing will last the test of time.