A few years ago, as I fell head first into my 30s, I made a pact with myself to try to be the kind of chic woman who wears linen all summer long. You know the type. Think Meryl Streep or Diane Keaton in every Nancy Meyers movie (goals)—the kind who floats down to the farmers market every weekend with a basket bag slung over her arm and a linen shirt billowing behind her. Okay, that part might be slightly more difficult to re-create while living in London, but the effortlessness of a linen outfit is something we can all realistically achieve.
There’s just something about a linen dress, button-down or pair of trousers that feels so timeless, ageless and polished—am I right? And with the weather warming up right now, I can practically feel myself being drawn to the elegance of crisp linen outfits to stay looking chic in the heat.
Luckily, while a linen outfit may look expensive, it doesn’t necessarily have to be. The high street has some amazing pieces, and H&M has been my particular go-to for linen over the last few summers. This season, the high-street stalwart seems to have outdone itself, though, with a drop of linen pieces that has Who What Wear editors and influencers talking. India Sehmi, Claudia Berresford and Rachael Clifton have all shared the delights of H&M’s linen on their Instagram stories in the past, from the shorts to the shirts and wide-leg trousers.
So without further ado, keep scrolling to see the most expensive-looking H&M linen pieces. You’re welcome.
The kind of dress you can comfortably wear all day long.
Just gorgeous!
These are a bestseller every year.
Pair with white trousers and sandals for an easy summer look.
A drawstring waist is always so comfy.
I love how chic this new colourway looks with white trousers.
Such an easy, breezy throw-on number.
I can see this skirt selling out so quickly.
These will be ideal for a heatwave.
This is gorgeous tucked into jeans.
Switch up your classics to linen alternatives to make them last through spring.
You’ll never regret a classic linen shirt.
Easy and breezy.
This would look just as good belted and styled with heels as it does with flat sandals.
I’ll take this whole suit, thank you.
This would be so great on holiday too.
These look so comfy.
A basic that will work hard for you.
Short-sleeved shirts tend to feel more casual.
A smart linen jumpsuit can be worn for so many different occasions.
This looks like it could be designer.
This chalky green feels very expensive.
A cropped hemline works really well with high waisted pieces.
I’d wear this to a wedding.
I didn’t know I needed a linen mini skirt until now.
Hello, linen suit. I love you.
You could also wear these trousers on their own with a white tank top.
I’d wear these for a beach day.
This also comes in a neutral beige.
I love this blue for a fresh pop of colour.
This will double up as a stylish beach cover-up.
A hot weather essential.
You’d be forgiven for thinking this was designer.
A summer suit with shorts looks so chic.
This story was published at an earlier time and has since been updated.
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