by Nothing says summer like a linen dress, especially in these rare and precious moments when the British islands are blessed with warm weather. With a heat wave in Great Britain in sunshine, this airy and effortless, seasonal staple foods see more appealing than ever. The linen dress is built into your workwear rotation as easily as in your holiday hand luggage. And if you decide carefully, the same year after year keeps a well -deserved place in your wardrobe.
Last summer, Pamela Anderson in southern France seemed a sleeveless white linen dress (see this season with Reiss, Marks & Spencer and French) paired with black ballet apartments. Then there is Sienna Miller, which can be seen everywhere in an elegant, yet loose linen everywhere from the Center Court in Wimbledon to the pyramid stage in Glastonbury.
The latest catwalks also offered inspiration, with a lot of linen love during spring/summer 2025 shows. Roberto Cavalli gave the contemporary dresses through excerpts, while in Issey Miyake relaxed drape and liquid silhouettes were offered-for a high-street intake to Massimo Dutti.
Under £ 100
Linen is an almost unbeatable fabric when it comes to staying cool (literally and earlier). Its natural structure makes it exceptionally breathable, with moisturizing properties that you will see through a sweat-informative day-John Lewis & Partners reported that the search for “linen dress” has increased by 100 percent in the past two months compared to the same period last year.
“Linen has always been a synonym for summer,” says Claire Miles, buying women’s clothing in the department store. “It is easy, versatile and also feels together on the warmest days. I always make sure that I have a linen dress in my wardrobe because I can wear it in the office, for dinner and on vacation.”
Under £ 200
You choose neutral colors for the final versatility. Olive green incarnations or steamed stripes offer an alternative to classic black and white, which still feels wearable. “For another turn, try a bloses head style in a bright summer shade,” says Miles. Boden’s sunshine-yellow Schatz-Hach Maxi fits into account and also makes a great option for wedding guest.
If you are on the market for an unexpected turn of styling, Miles suggests laying a linen dress about jeans for the whole year. Regardless of whether you are a fan of this somewhat splitting idea, one thing is clear: a linen dress is an easy win.
Over 200 £
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