I’m a fashion pro – the best linen looks to pick up on the high street to stay cool and not spend a fortune
The floaty fabric is a summer must-have . . . and bold colours are in.
Here, Clemmie Fieldsend, shops the best high street linens.
- Green linen blazer, £35; and trousers, £20, both Primark -
- linen top, £29.50, Marks & Spencer -
- green sandals, £10, Tu at Sainsbury’s -
SHARPEN up linen with a tailored suit like this two-piece from Primark.
The green set is part of its range, The Edit, which includes pieces made with premium fabrics and detailing, but still with the same budget price tag.
It’s great for the office or as a dressed-up alternative to a frock with a pair of heels.
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DESPITE denim shorts being a summer staple, they can create chafing and feel as though they are weighing you down in the heat.
Opt instead for light and breathable linen shorts as a cooler alternative.
These navy shorts from Peacocks are ideal for a day at the beach, or for brunch in the city paired with a blazer.
FOR hot and sticky days when you want as little fabric touching your body as possible, a tiered linen dress is your saviour.
THE maxi skirt is a summer staple that keeps you cool in the heat.
Plus, if you haven’t had a chance to slather on some tan in a bottle, you need not worry.
Pair it with a simple white cami and dress it up with a bright linen blazer, like this yellow one from Tu at Sainsbury’s.
THIS blue shirt dress from Crew will tick the box for every occasion this summer.
With a modest sleeve and hemline, it will flatter any figure – and a belt allows for cinching in at the waistline, or for loosening if you overdo it at a barbecue.
The button-up design means you can flash as much or as little cleavage as you want, making it perfect for a meeting at work or a summer date night.
IF you are not a skirt person, dressing for summer can be tricky because shorts can look too casual and trousers are often restrictive.
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Linen trousers historically have a bad reputation for being off trend and creasing easily. But bold and brave colour block linen trousers, like these pink ones from New Look, could be a game-changer for you.
Pair them with a jazzy print and colourful accessories for a statement summer look.