The Ageless Summer Staple That's All Over H&M, M&S and Net-a-Porter Right Now
I keep seeing this blazer trend this summer—including in my reflection.
Outerwear migration is telling of the upcoming seasons and the layer of choice this summer is the blazer, more specifically in the linen fabrication. I’ve seen an influx of linen blazers—both high-street and high-end—funnel onto the new-in pages of some our favourite sites and they look mighty appealing for the forecast we’ve been lent in the UK.
Many factors make linen blazers an apt outerwear choice for the current season. They’re feather-light, low maintenance and malleable (for sleeve-ruching in the heat). It’s the one time of year when creasing evokes a carefree charm, which is just as well, as ironing is a distant cry from the reality of pulling outfits on balmy mornings. The characteristic of linen also embodies the coastal grandma aesthetic we’ve all wanted to replicate in the past months.
If you’re stationed in the office and bound by a formal dress code, linen blazers are a godsend, as you can adhere to a conventional uniform with simple updates and swap-outs. The use of considered and breathable fibres will keep you cool during the day and you can extend the wear of a linen blazer post-work hours.
Linen suiting best shines in the summer, in or outside of the office. Easy switches like shorts instead of trousers prolong androgynous styles throughout the season. There’s something for the girly dressers among us, too, as linen blazers can supplement streamlined mini and maxi styles of clothing. The bold colourways of S/S 24 are infiltrating tailoring and viridescent tones are appearing on sites from Mango to M&S, so there’s no shortage of pigment either.
I’m fond of natural fabrics, so I appreciate the linen-rich compositions. But if you’re looking for something with more structure and/or lining, I’ve been thrilled to see linen and lyocell melds. It’s a more sustainable fabric option, and moisture-wicking—a win-win! Keep reading for some of the best linen blazers to see you through this summer and the summers beyond.
Shop My Edit of the Best Linen Blazers:
You can also pick up a matching waistcoat.
A polished style that you can wear to events and beyond. Plus, it's 100% linen. Dreamy!
I'm into this beige colour; it'll be so easy to style with both neutrals and brights.
Another classic style that you'll come back to year after year.
The nipped-in waist and angled lapels paired with the double-breasted front add complementary curvature to the design.
Avalon Afriyie is a freelance writer and storyteller based in London. She specialises in sustainable fashion, health and the narratives of marginalised communities.She has a background in fashion show production and styling, having previously worked on The Clothes Show and with the Lyst Group. Since graduating in 2013 with a BA (Hons) in English and contemporary media, she’s worked as a feature writer for an independent publication and a contributor for Quill’s creator network. She now marries her passion for words and style, writing for some of the most esteemed fashion and lifestyle publications, Who What Wear UK and Stylist.
-
Simone Ashley Is in the Fast Lane
Since her breakout role in Bridgerton, our Spring Issue cover star has quickly risen to A-list status. Up next, she masters the rom-com leading lady.
By Liv Little
-
The Spring 2025 Shopping Guide: Where to Buy the Biggest Trends of the Season
Your short list of the season's key buys.
By Kristen Nichols
-
If a French Woman Shopped the Gap and Banana Republic Sales, These 30 Chic Picks Would Catch Her Eye
Oui, merci!
By Jennifer Camp Forbes
-
Jamie Mizrahi's World: The Celeb Stylist's Favorite Red Carpet Look, Most Worth-It Shoe, and Album She Listens to on Repeat
A modern-day style expert.
By Allyson Payer
-
5 Simple Yet Striking Basics That You'll Wear for Many Years Are All at Nordstrom
These will instantly elevate your wardrobe.
By Jennifer Camp Forbes
-
6 Elegant Blazer Outfits All the Cool European Women Are Wearing
They've got the right idea.
By Natalie Cantell
-
How Everyone Will Be Wearing Their Non–Skinny Jeans This Spring
Here's your outfit inspiration.
By Michelle Scanga
-
Suddenly, Women With The Row Style Are Breaking This Fashion Rule
You should too.
By Nikki Chwatt
-
I'm High-Key Obsessed—Nordstrom Has the Best Basics, and They're on Sale
Top-tier pieces ahead.
By Chichi Offor
-
We're Fashion Editors—Everything We Saw, Wore, Did, and Ate During NYFW
Let's dive in.
By Anna LaPlaca