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Linen fabric has long been a durable, dependable summer-friendly fabric made from the flax plant. According to Encyclopedia Britannica: “Flax is one of the oldest textile fibers used by humans; evidence of its use has been found in Switzerland’s prehistoric lake dwellings. Fine linen fabrics have been discovered in ancient Egyptian tombs.”
This is the linen shirt for the modern man. Featuring UNTUCKit's signature untucked design and wrinkle-resistant linen fabric, this is how linen is done these days. This shirt works with just about anything, for less than $100, hence why it’s our pick for one of the best linen shirts for men. more
Pair this slubby, slouchy, seriously chic shirt with your cuffed selvedge denim for a perfect summer variation on your “jeans and T-shirt” outfit.
Simply put: embrace the wrinkle.
You’d swear this Tommy Bahama shirt was a washed Oxford with a cutaway collar at first glance, but look again. It's linen all the way. Keep this tucked or leave it untucked with dark jeans, light chinos - even throw it on with a pair of white linen pants and get into full on vacay mode. more
When it comes to premium resortwear with a hefty dose of personality, few labels are better equipped to deliver the goods than Orlebar Brown (featured image, top). The British label has earned itself a cult following thanks to its tailored swim shorts and photorealistic, beachy prints. However, it’s output stretches far beyond just high-quality swimwear. [links]
The label has recently a launched a carefully curated collection of its key essentials made from a comfortable blend of linen and cotton which are perfect for summer, including collar and collarless long-sleeved shirts with added stretch for a perfect fit. here
Known for its affordable take on luxury, New York-based label Club Monaco has gained a cult following thanks to its modern take on classic pieces. [links]
They also pride themselves on a concept deemed “radical transparency”. Revealing the true cost behind all of their products – from materials to labour to delivery – it allows you to see exactly what you’re paying for. And in the case of their 100% linen shirts collection, you’re getting value in excess of double what other designer brands are charging. That makes them a bargain in our book. [links]
If you want to look good while doing good, Everlane has you covered. The eco-conscious brand only use the most ethical factories from across the globe, conducting an audit on things such as fair wages, reasonable hours and working environment before even considering striking up a professional relationship. [links]
If there's one article of clothing that you ought to care about, it's your underwear. Our top pick is the Tommy John collection because you can choose from many different styles of underwear and all of them are seriously comfortable.
All in all, these are 100% linen shirts at a steal of a price, and while the stitching might not be the best and they may not be built to last season after season, we think they're still well worth the price at less than half the price of most of our other recommendations. here
Made in the USA, Taylor Stitch's 50% linen/50% BCI cotton shirts are unpleated with a casually pointed collar, but they can also be pulled off in slightly more formal settings, too. more
Banana Republic's linen doesn't seem to be quite up to snuff with J. Crew's, and in my experience, it's a bit tougher and more canvas-like with more inconsistencies. But then, that's probably why my Irish linen shirts from Banana Republic have lasted decades and my J. Crew Irish linens only seem to survive a few summers. They're both fair tradeoffs for one another, depending on whether durability and longevity or softness and comfort are your prerogatives. more
These shirts aren't cheap, and if you're skeptical about the origins of the brand's fabric, so was I: You'd have to reach out to the brand directly or get your hands on one of the shirts in order to find out that they're manufactured in Vietnam using 100% Irish linen from the brand's mills, somewhere in Europe. Still, the shirts are soft and thin as linen can be, at least without being see-through or prone to tearing. [links]
Pros: Stiffer, almost wrinkle-free, and takes better to ironing than 100% linen here
When it comes to high quality linen, the Irish have it in the bag. Baird McNutt have been crafting it for over a century, so you're guaranteed a shirt that will stand the test of time.
For the ultimate Hamptons aesthetic, combine one part Americana classic in the form of Polo Ralph Lauren, add a fun preppy pattern, then loosen it all up with that relaxed look that only linen can provide. Violà! here
For a twist on the classic linen button-down look, this version switches things up with a band-style collar. more
When it comes to bang for your buck, you can't outdo Amazon's simple linen basics. more
A tailored linen shirt is ideal for more formal warm-weather occasions like garden parties and beach weddings. [links]
A light linen tank makes for a sophisticated summer layering piece. here