The Art of Layering Linen: Tips for Transitional Weather

Transitional weather can be tricky. Linen is your best friend during these unpredictable times. It’s breathable, comfortable, and adapts easily. Here’s how you can master layering linen:

Reasons For Choosing Linen

• Linen is breathable and allows airflow around your body.

• Linen fabric responds and regulates to temperature changes.

• Linen becomes softer the more you wear it.

• Linen garments are sturdy.

• They are very easy to clean and stay fresh.

Layering Basics Begin layering with simple linen pieces you can work with:

• Base layer: A linen tank or t-shirt for your base layer.

• First layer: A light linen shirt or heavier linen blouse.

• Outer layer: A heavier jacket or sweater (any fabric).

Cool Mornings

• Linen tank for my base layer

• Light sweater or cardigan

• Denim jacket or blazer for added warmth

Warm Afternoons

• As it heats up, I take my first and outer layers off (denim jacket or blazer).

• The linen shirt or dress will always breathe with your body.

• I may weave a lightweight scarf for style and so I have protection for the sun if I need it!

Two Great Fabrics to Pair with Linen

• Wool for warmth

• Denim for durability and casual

• Leather for boldness and style

Quick Tips

• When layering your outfits, look to fabric that is easy to add and easy to remove.

• Stick with a neutral color palette to make it really easy to move from day-to-night!

• Play with texture (soft linen with heavy wool or heavy denim)

Examples

• Casual Comfort: Linen tank, wool sweater, denim jacket

• Fun and Edgy: Linen dress, leather jacket

• Classic and Timeless: Linen shirt + wool trousers

Caring for Your Linen Layers

• Wash gently in cold water.

• Air-dry to keep the fabric soft.

• Embrace natural wrinkles for an effortless look.

Layering linen makes dressing for transitional weather easy, comfortable, and stylish. What layers will you choose today?