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How To Style Linen Trousers

Linen is one of our favourites, popular for a reason, with its airy and lightweight qualities. Most importantly, it looks great and is suitable for most occasions. We've shared our top tips below on how to style linen trousers and master this trend.

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What to wear with linen trousers

The options of what to wear with your linen trousers are endless. When choosing items that will complement the look, you should also consider the fit of your trousers. For example, slim trousers can be worn with oversized clothing, such as our Big Shirt, and wide leg linen trousers are best paired with more fitted vests, tees or tops.

Linen trousers can be dressed up with a white shirt or worn casually with a simple t-shirt for lounging around. Here are some examples of what to wear with your linen trousers:

- A white linen shirt with any colour of trousers
- Match the colour of your trousers with a top or cardigan
- In the hotter weather, pair your trousers with a vest to look and feel great
- Try an edgier look with a graphic t-shirt or a denim jacket
- Add some colour coordination with a white t-shirt, black linen trousers and white trainers
- Bring it all together with a belt
- Add a sleeveless shirt and heels for an alternative style
- Double up on comfort and style with a linen top and linen trousers

What shoes to wear with linen trousers

You can wear most types of shoes with linen trousers. However, white trainers are a great option that complements your linen trousers.

Avoid darker colours such as black shoes or Chelsea boots as they can create too much contrast. As linen trousers are often a summer trend, they look amazing dressed up with strappy heels for women and brown loafers for men.

Styling the specifics

Pair with light colours such as light blue for a cool summer look, or a striped crew neck t-shirt.

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White linen trousers

Contrast with light, neutral-coloured shirts or t-shirts and cream or white trainers.

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Black linen trousers

A wide leg trouser needs a slim top or jumper to balance an outfit, consider pairing this look with a tight-fitted cardigan or t-shirt.

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Wide leg linen trousers

Linen trousers have classic appeal when worn with a men’s turtleneck or a long sleeve top. You also can’t go wrong with a shirt that matches or contrasts the colour of the trousers.

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Men's linen trousers

Are linen trousers formal?

Yes, linen trousers can be dressed up to meet a formal dress code. Easily achieved by pairing trousers with a white shirt and a blazer. Bring your outfit together with a brown belt that seamlessly complements cream linen trousers.

An important aspect of making linen trousers formal is colour-matching your trousers with a blazer or jacket. In saying this, it doesn’t mean that you can’t dress down linen trousers to be more casual too.

Why are linen trousers great for work?

- If you are running out of ideas for work outfits, substitute jeans or leggings with a more formal and smarter option

- Linen trousers are great for work because of their flexible qualities that don’t limit movement

- Depending on the pair they can often sometimes cover your shoes, so you can keep it comfy with a pair of trainers or even sandals

- Match your trousers with a denim jacket for a professional but not too formal look

- Comfort is key at work and linen has soft qualities that are kind to your skin

Linen Care Guide

How to wash linen trousers

For the best results when washing your linen trousers, you should always check the washing instructions as guidance may differ depending on the product. If machine washing is an option, we recommend washing on low heat to avoid shrinking or damaging the materials. The safest way to wash linen is to hand wash your trousers.

How to hand wash linen trousers

- Fill up a bucket, sink or bath with lukewarm water

- Add a cap or splash of washing detergent (neutral PH to avoid stripping colours)

- Stir water to dissolve detergent - don’t apply directly to fabrics

- Use gloves and add clothes to the water

- Mix clothes and use a bar of soap to target key areas such as stains

- Rinse clothes and add fresh cold water - repeat until water runs clear

- Lay clothes flat to dry

How to dry linen trousers

"Air drying is the best method for drying linen trousers. Hang them on your washing line and their breathable qualities will do the rest. Linen dries quickly compared to other materials.

Can you iron linen trousers?

- Most linen trousers you can iron, however, always check the label for instructions

- Ensure to turn your trousers inside out before ironing

- The steam and spray function on an iron also works particularly well for removing creases from your linen.

How to stop linen trousers from creasing

- To stop linen trousers from creasing use a trouser hanger when air-drying

- A simple trick that is worth a try is also shaking the trousers hard with a flicking motion before drying

- Investing in a wrinkle-release spray is a great idea as it can remove creases before they dry

How to fold and pack linen trousers

Linen as a material is subject to creasing, at home it is best to hang up your linen trousers. However, when you are packing them, the best option is to roll them in a tight ball, which can help prevent wrinkles and creases.