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7 Things To Love About Linen
Why Every Woman Should Have Linen In Her Wardrobe
The ultimate summer fabric, linen's lightweight, breathable qualities are just a couple of the reasons it has become synonymous with summer clothing. Consistent with fashion's new conscious mindset it's stepping to the fore as a front runner in the sustainability stakes as well. Here's all you need to know about linen and why it's worth your fashionable investment...
1# Linen Is A Sustainable Natural Fibre
A natural fibre, linen comes from flax, a low-maintenance plant that thrives in poor conditions without fertilisation and with only minimal watering. The growth of flax and the production of linen requires less water than fabrics such as cotton, which contributes greatly to its conscious credentials.
Sourcing our linen from a European-based eco-focused initiative, you can dress confidently with the knowledge that the linen used to make Leina & Fleur clothing is sustainably grown and produced using transparent production processes. Our high quality linen comes with Oeko Tex and Higg Index certifications and Fair Labor Association approval, giving it the last word in conscious luxury.
Breathable & Absorbant Linen
2# Linen Lets Your Body Breathe
Say so long to sweat patches! Made up of hollow-shaped fibres, linen can absorb up to 20% of its weight in moisture before any wetness will show.
The same fibres work too, in aiding air flow to your body, allowing the skin to breathe.
Enhanced by loose and fluid styles of clothing, this no-sweat assurance makes it the perfect fabric for wearing in hot and humid conditions.
But linen's thermo-regulating properties work for winter and cooler climates as well. In colder conditions, clothing made from linen fibres will retain body heat and release the excess thus avoiding that sweaty feeling woollen and synthetic knits can induce.
Invest in classic cuts and they'll see you through both seasonal and body thermal changes!
3# Linen Is Hypoallergenic
Great for sensitive and allergy prone skins, linen is hypoallergenic and has anti-bacterial qualities. Non-irritating, linen's breathable prowess also reduces the build up of moisture around the body, which can act as a breeding ground for bacteria.
4# Linen Is Naturally Moth Repelling
A natural secret weapon against those wardrobe foes - moths, linen clothing won't fall victim to their destructive nibbling. Moths or more precisely, the moth larvae that do all the eating, typically target clothes made from animal fibres like silk, all types of wool, fur and any materials that contain the fibrous, structural protein, keratin.
Linen fibres possess inherent properties that naturally deter moths. The breathable qualities of linen that work to reduce the build up of sweat for example, mean less of the bodily juices that moth larvae so enjoy will soak so into the clothing, making linen a much less attractive prospect for the troublesome insects!
5# Linen is Durable and Long Lasting
Gram for gram, linen is stronger than cotton. Second only to silk, linen is one of the world's most robust natural fibres. When cared for responsibly, it withstands regular wear and washing well, which is why linen is so good for everyday and work wear pants and suiting.
Over time, linen may develop a soft patina that, like a treasured antique or a fine wine, serves to enhance its character. By choosing quality linen in well-made, timeless styles, you can craft looks that will only grow in their refinement.
#6 Linen Is Easy To Wash and Care For
Machine washable and quick drying, linen clothing offers a quick-turnaround solution for every day, work and travel wardrobes.
While linen is prone to wrinkles, these can be part of its charm. Rather than stiffly pressed and constrictive clothing, the more laidback nature of linen garments' suits the mood of the season in which linen thrives; typifying the more relaxed mood of summer.
Here are some top tips for preserving the life of your linen clothing and for minimising the crinkles:
1. The Golden Rule - Always follow the instructions on the care label
2. Quick Exit - Remove linen clothing from the washing machine as soon as possible after the cycle has finished
3. Hanging In There - Promptly hang linen garment to air dry
4. Just Steam In - Steam is linen's friend. Try using a garment steamer rather than a hot iron to smooth out unwanted wrinkles in the fabric. This will help the fibres relax. In the same way, refreshing linen clothing in a steamy bathroom works a treat too, in relaxing away crinkles - ahoy all you travellers out there, looking for quick clothing fixes!
5. Ironing Made Easy - If you prefer a crisp look and want to iron your linen pieces, pressing them while they are still damp will placate the fibres and smooth wrinkles more easily.
7# Linen is Versatile
With the thermo-regulating qualities that let it transcend the seasons, its durability and its easy-care qualities, linen clothing is extremely versatile. Well tailored, linen translates for fresh workwear. Lightweight, linen is great for travel wardrobes, and low maintenance, it's an easy choice for every day wear. Linen will handle your wardrobe needs with aplomb!
Linen Workwear Looks
Tailored silhouettes refine the linen look for work and office wear. A well-crafted linen blazer is a great lightweight suiting option that is both seasonally and workplace appropriate, and one that can match back with both woven and jersey separates.
High-waisted linen pant styles cut a sophisticated figure to elevate the look for professional environments. Worn as a suit or separates, linen tailoring offers creative capsule solutions to reinvent your workwear style.
Linen Summer Wardrobes
Understated yet elegant, linen ensures a polished look to your every day style. Tailored shapes elevate the overall impression while wide cut legs allow for that ease-of-wear we so crave in the warm summer months.
Pair with short sleeve jersey tops with tailored details to sharpen the look. Or for a more relaxed silhouette, wear with soft bamboo jersey and extend the breathability factor from head-to-toe.
Embrace the Bermuda Short for a modern linen look. With front pleats and covered button details, these sophisticated shorts are greater than the boundaries of work to weekend wear.
Linen Travel Capsules
Linen is the unsung hero of travel wardrobes. Its breathability and absorbency makes it the perfect choice when travelling to warmer climes, and it's guaranteed to look timelessly chic in holiday snaps!
Moreover, linen is lightweight, which makes it great for restrictive luggage allowances! It does not require dry cleaning, is machine washable and will air dry quickly. Make the most of hotel or cruise ship bathrooms, and fill with steam from a hot shower to refresh and relax any crinkles in your linen capsule.
So whether you want to take on the world, work up a storm, empower the future or simply stay cool under pressure, with linen clothing you can build a wardrobe that lasts. Invest in classic cuts that stand the test of time and you'll have an evergreen wardrobe, now and for the future.
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