There's a reason the style remains a perennial staple of warm weather dressing.
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In our mind, there are few fabrics more inextricably linked to summer than linen. It is a remarkably tactile material that drapes around your body in a way that feels downright sexy when done right, propensity to wrinkle and all. Linen is a fabric that ages gracefully—each crease, fold, and pucker a new chapter in its story.
The right linen shirt also goes a long way in summoning big bohemian vacation energy. The best of 'em should be soft and fluttery, prone to swaying gently in welcome gusts of wind, especially when left half-unbuttoned as if casually thrown on as an afterthought. There's a reason linen shirts remain a perennial staple of summer style: They're super lightweight and the textured surface immediately confers a certain degree of respectability on their wearer, regardless of whatever else he's got on.
In the right linen shirt, you'll be able to conquer the summer heat and, worse, humidity with grace and distinction. And we have 22 swell options that fit the bill.
Uniqlo Premium Linen Long-Sleeve Shirt
A perfectly-fitted premium linen shirt for under fifty bucks? Say no more.
Rhythm Classic Linen Short Sleeve Shirt
Rhythm: a brand that offers a slew of linen shirts that are always in harmony with summer.
This soft, moisture-wicking, linen-blend shirt proves that The Bean ain't just about cold-weather fits.
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Everlane's camp shirt, in more ways than one, checks all the boxes of an ideal summer topper.
J.Crew Short-Sleeve Baird Mcnu*tt Irish Linen Shirt
J.Crew Short-Sleeve Baird Mcnu*tt Irish Linen Shirt
J.Crew sources its linen from an Irish mill that's been perfecting its technique since 1912. This shirt should probably cost more on this tidbit alone, but thankfully it doesn't.
A linen shirt made with some serious R&R in mind.
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Do you plan on traveling soon? Maybe somewhere hot and sun-kissed? You're going to want to get your hands on this Wills linen shirt, which is blended with tech fibers that makes it wrinkle-free. It also features a curved hem so you have the option to wear it untucked.
Bonobos is no longer just the pants king. The brand, which initially specialized in trousers, now offers a full range of tops, including a bevy of linen shirts, that have dominion of others in the market.
Polo Ralph Lauren Classic Fit Cotton-Linen Polo Shirt
Polo Ralph Lauren Classic Fit Cotton-Linen Polo Shirt
Of course Ralph Lauren, master of polos, has one made of linen—this one in a soft blue ideal for strolling on the boardwalk.
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Tombolo's selection of embroidered shirts, especially this cabana style, can be described in one word: delicious.
Tommy Bahama Cape Coral Striped Linen Shirt
Trust that Tommy Bahama never fails to provide fits that are light, breezy, and reflective of tropical environments.
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Peter Millar Saltwater Linen Sport Shirt
Peter Millar Saltwater Linen Sport Shirt
No question, this is the perfect linen shirt to wear on the oceanfront on a sweltering summer's day.
Derek Rose Monaco Linen Short-Sleeved Shirt
Derek Rose Monaco Linen Short-Sleeved Shirt
Clean and sharp are the hallmarks of Derek Rose, and the brand's linen shirt, named after one of the swankiest cities, definitely lives up to its reputation.
When it comes to linen styles of all kinds, 120% Lino is a veritable specialist. Best believe that its offerings will always deliver.
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Life, liberty, and the pursuit of linen: the characteristics that encapsulate this shirt.
Reiss Guss Short Sleeve Linen-Blend Camp Shirt
Reiss Guss Short Sleeve Linen-Blend Camp Shirt
From the effervescent color to the striking geometric pattern, this shirt from Reiss will immediately make you the best-dressed in the room.
Bold, fierce, and breezy, this linen shirt is primed for cool cats.
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Equal parts rugged and refined, this chore shirt, made of Italian linen, is the ideal throw-on-and-go item.
Linen ain't just for off-duty hours. Here's an option from the debonair dudes at Zegna that'll keep up appearances at your 9 to 5.
