IN A WORLD INCREASINGLY DEFINED BY FAST FASHION, LINEN CLOTHING STANDS OUT FROM THE PACK, MARKED BY UNCOMPLICATED STYLE AND CONSCIENTIOUS CHOICE. CREATED FROM FLAX PLANT FIBERS, IT’S BEEN A FAVORED CHOICE FOR CENTURIES, AND FOR GOOD REASON! NOT ONLY IS THE FABRIC ECO-FRIENDLY, IT’S ALSO ENDLESSLY VERSATILE AND EASY TO WEAR. FROM KITSCHY TEXTURED SHOES TO CRISP EMBROIDERED BLAZERS, THE TREND IS REACHING FULL STEAM THIS SEASON, THE PERFECT PICK FOR THE MODERN MAN
BY CHRISTINE CIPOLLA
Theory Chambers Slim Fit Suit
Designed for warm days, the blazer offers a semi-constructed, two-button shape with a darted waist, notch lapels, and flap pockets. The matching linen pants redefine tailoring with a sleek, streamlined fit, clean flat-front design, and subtle pressed creases. We’re also crushing on the sky blue hue! $Jacket $565, pant $265, bloomingdales.com
Ralph Lauren Dobby Blazer
Dapper and sharp, a preppy jacket like this will always have a place in your closet. Offering structure in the chest and shoulders, this double-breasted version is meticulously tailored using Italian linen cloth that was custom developed for the label. It’s topped off with embellished gold-tone buttons $698, ralphlauren.com
Iris Von Arnim Harwich Sweater
Readily incorporating understated luxury with everyday ease, this Italian pullover is manufactured of an airy linen-cotton blend that drapes with natural elegance. It bears a basic crewneck, elongated sleeves, and finely ribbed cuffs and hem. A beacon of quiet sophistication, the piece speaks volumes through simplicity. $595, bergdorfgoodman.com
Brunello Cucinelli Linen Shorts
From the Italian designer who excels at crafting silhouettes primed for soaking in the sun’s rays, these Bermuda shorts blend sportswear-inspired construction with the lightness of pure linen. The natural fibers lend the fabric a distinctive irregular texture, while the regular fit yields ample proportions. $1,200, garmany.com
Orlebar Brown Alex Shorts
Dial up the vibrancy in these impressive shorts that radiate playful energy thanks to the bamboo print on a background of signature scarlet red. The weightless linen fabric works hard to keep you breezy, even in the sunniest of locales. The elastic drawcord at the waist and multiple pockets provide convenience. $445, farfetch.com
Stubbs & Wootton X Scala mandré Zebra Venetian Shoes
Saunter in like a king in these regal cotton-linen slippers covered in a rich forest green and adorned with the House of Scalamandré zebra motif. Tonal grosgrain trim outlines the Spanish-made shoes, while supple leather cradles your feet. $650, stubbsandwootton.com
Vilebrequin Chelly Bowling Shirt Stubbs & Wootton X Scala mandré Zebra Venetian Shoes
Saunter in like a king in these regal cotton-linen slippers covered in a rich forest green and adorned with the House of Scalamandré zebra motif. Tonal grosgrain trim outlines the Spanish-made shoes, while supple leather cradles your feet. $650, stubbsandwootton.com It’s only fitting that Paul Signac’s works find their way to the label’s summer ready creations given the French artist’s fascination with the Mediterranean and its color palette. This linen shirt acts as a canvas for Signac’s Voiles et Pins painting that spins a story of tranquil days by the sea in his signature pointillism brush style. $290, garmany.com