These Perfectly Polished Picks Prove That Linen Definitely Doesn't Have to Be Boring

Since summer is usually a scorcher, you must plan your looks accordingly. That doesn't just mean showing a bit more skin to keep cool, either. You have to pick the right clothing and by that we mean favoring the right materials. Linen is top of the list when it comes to hot weather-forgiving fabrics. The cloth woven from flax is extremely breathable, making it ideal for June, July, August and, in some cases, September. Now you probably already have a picture in your head of slightly muted colors and loose silhouettes. Push that image away because there is fashionable linen clothing out there.

If you're a purest, see Banana Republic's boat-neck crop top, COS' boxy button-down or its tailored shorts, Mango's bow-accented trousers and Fabiana Filippi's tunic. Looking for something more dramatic? Go with a boldly patterned piece. Both ALÉMAIS and Reformation will help you get your sea legs, while Zimmermann's playful romper and slightly embellished midi skirt plus BERNADETTE's open-back halter dress and FARM Rio's wrap skirt are full of florals. Ulla Johnson's lace-accented pristine top is pretty ornate as is H&M's tie-strap top.

Here's the most fashionable linen clothing of the season.

Fabiana Filippi Linen Canvas Tunic, $597 at Fabiana Filippi

H&M Linen Tie-Strap Top, $47.99 at H&M

Zara 100% Linen Pleated Pants ZW Collection, $99.90 at Zara

Jacquemus Novio Linen Maxi Skirt, $270 at Net-a-Porter

Reformation Aubree Linen Dress in Bondi, $98 at Reformation

Banana Republic Linen Boat-Neck Cropped Top in Magnolia Flower Ivory, $90 at Banana Republic

Mango Suit-Style Linen Jumpsuit, $179.99 at Mango

Vitamin A The Getaway Linen Shorts, $110 at Anthropologie

Zimmermann Matchmaker Crystal-Embellished Floral-Print Linen Midi Skirt, $810 at Net-a-Porter

COS Boxy Short-Sleeved Linen Shirt in Butter Yellow, $89 at COS

Reformation Layla Linen Skirt Es in Salvia, $158 at Reformation

Zara 100% Linen Bomber Jacket ZW Collection, $129 at Zara

Asceno Adana Linen Minidress, $415 at Mytheresa

Mango Straight-Fit Linen Pants With Bow in Pastel Yellow, $99.99 at Mango

Zimmermann Acacia Belted Floral-Print Linen Playsuit, $695 at Net-a-Porter

ALÉMAIS Sea Sleeveless Linen Mini Dress, $490 at Anthropologie

& Other Stories Relaxed Linen Shorts, $49.99 at & Other Stories

Nili Lotan Lelia Dress, $600 at Nili Lotan

Mango Short-Sleeved Linen T-Shirt in Sky Blue, $49.99 at Mango

BERNADETTE Delilah Open-Back Printed Linen Halterneck Mini Dress in Light Blue, $253 at Net-a-Porter

H&M Oversized Linen Shirt in Brown, $47.99 at H&M

COS Tailored Elasticated Linen Shorts in White, $99 at COS

Reformation Felicity Linen Skirt in Mineral, $188 at Reformation

Boden Linen Flute Sleeve Dress, $157.50 at Boden

Zara ZW Collection 100% Linen Tunic Dress, $129 at Zara

Reformation Grace Linen Two Piece Es, $248 at Reformation

Maeve Linen Striped Belted Shorts, $108 at Anthropologie

Zimmermann Ottie Swing Linen Minidress, $529 at Farfetch

Ulla Johnson Marlis Top in Pristine, $650 at Ulla Johnson

FARM Rio Floral-Print Linen Midi Wrap Skirt, $210 at Net-a-Porter

Zara Embroidered Linen Overshirt ZW Collection, $99.90 at Zara

Reformation Balia Linen Dress Es in Parmesan, $278 at Reformation

lemlem + Net Sustain Muna Cropped Printed Linen Top, $135 at Net-a-Porter

& Other Stories Belted Linen Mini Dress, $59.99 at & Other Stories

Johanna Ortiz Catamaran Ventures Midi Dress, $1,750 at Mytheresa

Reformation Kristen Linen Two Piece in Sugar, $248 at Reformation

Gucci Horsebit-Detailed Leather-Trimmed Linen-Canvas Jacket, $3,500 at Net-a-Porter

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