Look Summery, Fresh and Feminine in a Linen Suit
What I have written about linen suits for men applies equally to women’s linen suits. The linen suit is an ideal addition to a woman’s summer wardrobe. Indeed, it is a timeless classic, as versatile and necessary as the little black dress.
The Linen Suit Abroad
Linen is perfect for vacations. Whether on a beach break or a city break, linen suits will be a useful and necessary addition to your suitcase. The white linen suit is perfect beach attire and makes a great contrast when worn over a brightly coloured swimsuit. It will also help protect your delicate skin from the sun while still looking chic. We are all more aware these days of the dangers of too much sun and of the need to cover up during the hottest part of the day. Indeed, if vacationing in countries, or visiting religious sites, where women are expected to dress more modestly than they are used to at home, a woman’s linen suit will cover up in an elegant combination of style and cultural sensitivity. The linen suit is also ideal for dressing up in while on vacation. Whether it is dinner at the captain’s table on a cruise or a romantic dinner for two in a Michelin starred restaurant, a smart linen suit will strike the right tone of classic sophistication.
The Linen Suit at Home
Linen suits are not just for vacations. Linen is a great warm weather material. Whether formal or casual, a linen suit will allow you to look fresh and confident no matter how high the temperature goes. Linen suits are easy to dress up or dress down depending on your needs. Wear one with a freshly pressed, crisp cotton blouse for a formal professional look or match a suit with a lightweight turtleneck for a more casual bohemian style. For really hot weather, thy removing the jacket altogether and just wear the pants with a light linen top.
The Linen Suit in Color
Linen suits for women come in a much wider range of colours than they do for men. In addition to the standard white, tans and dark tones that men are used to, women can choose from a wide range of pastels and brighter colors. The lighter colors are great for a more relaxed casual look and can be matched to your particular taste in color and tone. Traditionally, of course, the lighter tones are worn during daytime while darker toned material is used for outfits that work from daywear into eveningwear. For women who want to wear linen in the workplace, again the darker tones will lend an air of confidence and authority that the pastels lack.
The Linen Suit in Your Wardrobe
Prepare for summer with a range of linen suits in different colors and styles. Take some time to shop around, both online and in your local stores. A great aspect of linen is that it lends itself to been worn loosely in warm weather so that both sizes and styles are more forgiving than some other fabrics. Linen can be worn with many different styles of clothing, but it matches best with other natural cloths. The best tops to go with a linen suit will be from linen, cotton or silk. When it comes to accessorizing linen, less is more. A few nice pieces or jewellery, a good watch and a signature necklace are key. What will make or break a summer outfit is headgear and footwear, so spend plenty of times choosing those shoes.