Your Perfect Summer Suit

There is nothing quite like a good linen suit, particularly when the weather warms up. A linen suit looks sharp, stylish and oh so cool on a hot day; it is no wonder they are the favoured suit type in tropical countries. But wherever you are, a linen suit is a classic item that anyone can wear. In fact, linen suits in all their variation are an essential addition to the elegant man’s summer wardrobe.

The Casual Linen Suit

Linen lends itself to casual wear while retaining a stylish edge. The nature of linen is cool and relaxed. Of course linen is going to crease, that’s what it does, but an unstructured linen suit, creased but clean, and in a natural colour, say grey or buff, is the epitome of casual style. From the beach to the bar to the boulevard you can kick back and enjoy yourself. The same suit in a dark tone or black, teemed with a stylish shirt or turtleneck adds a touch of seriousness to your relaxation. If a complete suit seems too much for casual wear then take it apart and wear it as separates. The jacket can be worn with a pair of jeans or the pants with a polo shirt with aplomb.

The Formal Linen Suit

Linen tends to be overlooked for formal wear outside of tropical countries and this is a great shame. While it may not be suitable for traditional boardroom and professional scenarios it can be worn with panache, particularly by those in more creative businesses, such as architects and designers. For the man working in more conservative environments, the heavier Irish linens in darker colours are less likely to crease. There are also linen mix suits available that are more creaseproof. To carry off a linen formal suit the trick is to wear it as an Italian business man would and match it with other quality apparel; a perfectly pressed fresh cotton shirt, a great silk tie, and properly polished shoes.

The Stylish Linen Suit

Whatever the context and however you wear it, a linen suit should be worn with style.  Whether keeping it simple or dressing it up, accessorizing is the secret to success in linen suits.  Consider carefully what shirt, what shoes, what watch, or what hat you are going to wear.   It is not just a suit, it is the foundation of an ensemble.

Linen Suits in Every Way for Every Day

Every well dressed man should have a selection of linen suits in his wardrobe. For six months of the year, linen is my suit material of choice both at work and at play. So if you want some effortless European panache, choose a linen suit.  And to help you choose a linen suit I have put together this site.   Don’t forget to bookmark and return to http://thelinensuit.com to learn more about the linen suit.