I realized I’ve become an accidental linen expert because I’ve tried some from every brand, so I feel confident in saying I know what the best linen clothes on the internet are. And not all made the cut – outside of Quince, the cheaper it gets, the cheaper it feels and hangs. Some of these you’ve seen before, but there are a few year-round hits (the best blazer and drapiest dress) that were new to me that are extremely timeless, well-made, and season-less. I’m a convert. Oh, and if you want to shop all the fashion posts lately without reading my TED Talk about each one, head straight to the shop page where you can scroll with direct links.

Linen Blazer | Shirt | Pants | Shoes (unavailable) | Purse | Gold Bangle

This is my cos-playing business lady but in MY way (and I LOVE this look). The navy linen blazer looked good online, and since I had had such a great experience thus far with Quince, I gave it a go. It’s lined, structured, and has the richest color (not dull) with a roomy shape that is still flattering (so it’s easy to layer over). I’m wearing a small. Huge shout out to those pants that are fantastic Nili Lotan Shon dupes by Pistola, and MUCH more affordable (and fantastic). Great work trousers with slight barrel vibes, but I’m wearing them all week long. This is absolutely an outfit I would recreate for a business lunch or happy hour.

Denim Pull-On Shorts | Linen Shirt | Huaraches | Hat (no longer available)

This is the J.Crew linen shirt, which is excellent (10% better than Quince, just with the pocket and a bit roomier but twice the price). It’s been in heavy rotation this summer (so have those huaraches).

Hat | Button-Down | Shorts | Necklace | Target Bag (In-Store Only) | Shoes | Sunglasses

This is the Quince white button-down version that is honestly great (I kept both because I don’t trust myself with white clothes, so at least I have a backup). For the price, it’s awesome (and comes in a lot of colors). The shorts are perfect weekend shorts but also look nice enough that, paired with a cardigan or blazer, you could wear them to work on a super hot day.

Jacket | Top | Bag | Scarf | Skirt | Shoes

Same color palette, different vibes. While I typically go for a shorter skirt, I loved the drape, shape, and color of this olive A-line number that has a drawstring at the top. The stitching creates a nice flutter at the bottom.

Jacket | Top | Bag | Scarf | Skirt | Shoes | Gold Bangle

This Quince jacket is thinner and feels like it could be worn as a shirt, but I like it over this lacey tank top. Just really easy to wear and can be dressed up or down.

 Linen Jacket | Long Sleeve T-Shirt | Jean Shorts | Shoes | Sunglasses

I grab and wear this ochre linen jacket all the time. It just works so well with denim and layers so well. It was expensive when I bought it (from Mango, which I rarely shop). It’s on sale now, and I personally think it’s great for fall.

Blouse | Jean Shorts | Boat Shoes | Sunglasses

Another short-sleeved linen top from Quince, which I liked because the sleeves flare out. It’s just a really good cut, drape, and has a nice menswear pocket.

Dress | Necklace | Purse | Sandals

I wanted to try this classic linen shirt dress, which is certainly a summer office staple. It comes in a lot of different colors, and while I don’t feel like I’m really selling it here, with a denim shirt around your waist to help cinch it a bit, it’s great.

Hat | Shirt | Pants | Slides | Sunglasses | Necklace

These are my fantastic summer linen pants – it just feels like you are wearing nothing. Has a nice taper but a little ankle flair (so not straight down and dorky, imho). I also bought them in the pin stripe.

Linen Top | Jeans | Belt (similar) | Sandals | Necklace

This shirt is such a good color and texture. It comes pre-washed (or so it seems) because it was soft immediately. It’s a boxy cut, roomy, and would be great for all the seasons, honestly.

Linen Shirt | Shorts | Hat | Sandals

This button-up is a favorite of mine. Sure, it’s just a stripe, but it’s a good cut and drape, and that contrasting pocket makes a huge difference and takes it from basic to stylish. I rarely buy Faherty. Big fan.

Shirt | Pants | Shoes

These are such pretty linen slacks/trousers that are elevated and so classy (but not full on structured). These have an elastic waist and the drawstrings are an added embellishment that you can adjust or just leave tied. Y’all don’t sleep on Aritzia. It’s so good.

Dress | Head Scarf (unavailable) | Bag (unavailable) | Sandals

I wanted to try this short-sleeved linen dress to see if it’s something that could work in my rotation, but I think my boobs are too big for it. I think it would drape better on a smaller frame. But the quality is great, and it’s a really good price (and I think for so many people that need easy workwear you can layer over it’s awesome).

Dress | Shoes | Necklace

I scoured Amazon to try to find the best-rated linen clothes, and I had to kiss a lot of frogs, y’all. But this dress is so cute, affordable, and obviously duping Free People. It’s GREAT. Cute pockets, great pleating.

Dress | Purse | Shoes | Gold Bangle

My team loved this dress on me, and it’s admittedly very pretty. The sleeves, the neckline, the color – all so good. I was in between sizes, so this is a medium, which fit in the boobs but not in the waist and then still kinda hugged in the tummy (which I would feel better in with Spanx). But regardless, this is a beautiful streamlined dress.

Jacket | Shirt | Pants | Belt | Shoes (old)

Now these are linen trousers for all you office gals. Still lightweight and breathable but thicker with nice structure. The back has an elastic waistband, but the front looks like trousers (so more comfortable, less tight around the waist).

Hat | Button Up | Jean Shorts | Sandals

I loved the big stripes on this oversized linen button up. It’s a thicker linen that still drapes nicely and softly. It’s a bit oversized and long, so size down.

Hat | Scarf | Shirt | Bag | Pants | Shoes

Now these are the more tapered Quince pants that I think fit better on me (they just slouch in a flattering way). I even wear these on bike rides to lunch, but they can be dressed up.

Oversized Linen Button-Front Maxi Dress | Denim Shirt | Sandals | Sunglasses

While the short linen dresses didn’t feel as flattering on me, this one is one I wear a lot when I want full coverage and just to be comfy AF. It has slits that are up to the knee so it doesn’t feel like you are a nun, and it’s so easy to wear (I wear this on planes, and if you really want to know, it’s my “tanning dress” when I’m either letting my self-tanner dry or after I get a spray tan, LOL).

Linen Dress | Shoes | Bag | Necklace

This is hands down the prettiest linen dress that I was so excited to keep. A few things – I’m wearing an XS, and it’s still oversized so def size down (I’m a 4 on bottom, 6 on top). The color and pattern are classic and season-less. The shape of the hem creates a really nice fluttering that just feels so graceful and pretty. I haven’t shopped at Banana Republic in so long, and while it was splurgier (on sale now, of course), it’s just a GREAT dress. Far more fashion forward than Quince, but still feels really timeless.

Hat | Dress | Sandals

This is a real throw and go vacation or casual work dress. It’s pretty shapeless but has pretty texture, and that stripe is so classic. It’s full coverage, a great nighttime summer dress (and I think breaking it up with jewelry or a sweater around the waist is the way to go.

Linen Top | Shorts | Belt (similar) | Hat | Necklace | Mules

This is the white blouse I’ve been wearing the most this summer. It just has a nice neckline and is boxy and flouncy and easy to layer over. Nothing fancy, but a fantastic staple.

T-Shirt | Trousers | Sandals

Now these are the trousers that I know that I LOVE for fancier pants. These are low-waisted for those like me (I’m wearing a size 4 and it fits nicely, so pretty TTS) but still snug and tailored and so well made. Another Banana Republic find that I was so impressed with. The length is also really nice – easy to wear with flats and so easy to dress up and dress down. Big fan.

OOF OMG THAT WAS SO MUCH LINEN. I hope this helps, y’all. Most of this feels pretty dang seasonless but felt like a great mid-summer post for those in hotter zones. Stay cool, friends 🙂

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*Photos by Kaitlin Green