Linen Shirts For Men | Best Linen Shirts by Paul Brown
The Next Generation of British Made Linen Shirts
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Our linen shirt collection has evolved after a decade of British shirt making and encompasses everything about our brand from the use of world class fabrics and materials to first class British tailoring based at our Suffolk factory in England. This blog will discuss outfit options, background information regarding this popular cloth and frequently asked questions.
Special offer
While we do not offer a sale on our linen collection you can benefit from 10% off all our British made clothing if you add discount code: MAKEITBRITISH on our basket page. We also offer free UK delivery on all orders.
About Linen
The linen shirt has been around for a very long time. The unique properties of the linen fibre make them particularly desirable in hot and humid climates or holidays. The looser weave and water wicking properties combined with strength lend themselves nicely to shirts. Still popular today in both short and long sleeve length, and available in many colours, linen shirts have a very special appeal. Whilst a hot iron and sometimes a bit of starch can maintain a crisp sharp look, linen shirts are more often worn complete with wrinkles for a distinct look confirming its origins. Somehow the unironed look is more than acceptable when the shirt is linen. Our Paul Brown linen shirt collection contains both plain colours and striped fabrics, and is made from a particularly fine linen fabric at a weight that is perfect for men’s shirt production. They are made from a pure linen rather than a linen blend shirt.
Linen Fabric Composition
Linen is a luxury sustainable fabric made from flax fibres. The flax plant has been cultivated in just about every country in the world and has been used to make fibre for over 6,000 years. To extract the fibres, the plants are either cut or pulled by hand from the ground . The seeds are then removed through a process called winnowing or ripping, followed by retting which removes the plant stock from the fibres. Once the fibres are separated to collect the longest pieces, which can be up to 20 centimetres long, they are then spun into yarn and then woven into fabric. The result is a textile two to three times stronger than cotton with different properties.
Uses of Linen
LInen Fabric was once considered so precious that it was used for wrapping the bodies of mummies in Egypt. Linen is also naturally anti-bacterial, which made it a popular choice for bandages for centuries.It even finds its way into dollar bills! The fabric also readily absorbs dyes making it very useful for a range of garments such as shirts, shorts, suits and jackets, as well as home furnishings.
The Properties of Linen
Linen is between two and three times stronger than cotton, and the hollow fibres in combination with great wicking properties and a looser weave makes it ideal to use in the manufacture of cool but durable shirts to wear when the weather is hot. It has natural anti bacterial properties and takes well to the dying process so is found in a wide range of colours. It is a sustainable natural fabric that is hypoallergenic and does not pill as badly as cotton. Although the price is generally higher than cotton, its unique properties mean that it is still in great demand.
Linen shirt clothing outfits for every occasion
We have put together six fantastic linen outfits using our tailored shirts and popular create your own chinos and chino shorts
Outfit 1: Navy Linen and stone chinos
If you need an effortlessly cool outfit for the evening, then our nautical themed men's navy linen shirt with tailored stone chino trousers is a perfect choice. Finish the look with suede tan loafers.
Verdict: If you are going on holiday and want real style this is the outfit to pack!
Outfit 2: Pink Linen and stone chino shorts
The lightweight linen we offer in our collection and perfect for a really hot day, our men's pink linen shirt is finished with a contrast blue polka dot print and complement our stone chino shorts.
Verdict: If you like pink and are going somewhere really hot this is the shirt for you!
Outfit 3: White Linen and navy chino shorts
Our white linen long sleeved shirt is no ordinary white shirt with contrast brown corozo buttons and a subtle white paisley print inside the collar and cuffs. The outfit benefits from the French blue chino shorts.
Verdict: A classic option, but make sure you go with French Blue shorts!
Outfit 4: Striped Navy Men Linen Shirt
A classic nautical linen shirt for men that is great for beach and boating holidays. Complete the look with a pair of our navy chinos which include traditional Britisi tailoring including
front slanted pockets and rear welts with pocket flaps that cab be tucked in our out -offering two style options. Complete the look with cream trainers.
Verdict:A wonderful smart casual option!
Outfit 5: Light Blue Linen Shirt
Without doubt our personal favourite - the light blue linen shirt is finished with both brown sustainably sourced corozo buttons from Courtney and Co along with the popular colourful
Liberty London 'queue at the zoo" print located inside the collar stand and cuffs. Finished with clean white chino shorts this is the ultimate summer expression of cool British style. Complete the look with brown suede loafers.
Verdict: Shirt is top draw. If white chino shorts is not your thing, then swap for stone or beige.
Outfit 6: Blue striped Linen
Another men's blue linen white chinos option for summer. The two tone blue linen is a classic design that every man should have in their wardrobe. If you don't feel confident to pull off white try
navy or beige chinos.
Verdict: Lovely shirt that will make a great oufit with or without white chinos. Complete look with brown suede loafers and if you need protectino from the weather try our navy trench coat.
Conclusion: Linen Shirts that will become wardrobe Favourites For Years To Come
This blog has demonstrated the versaility of our hand made linen shirts for men and how to style them with our tailored chinos and chino shorts to create stylish British outfits that will remain a wardrobe staple for years to come. Our clothing should be seen as an investment.
A note about our chinos
All the men's shirts, chinos and chino shorts that create the stylish outfits in this blog can be purchased on our website.
It is worth noting that with regards to the chinos, we offer ten colour ways and the ability to ensure the perfect fit everytime by using our
create your own chinos online. Providing you accurately measure yourself before buying, you can choose from a wide selection of
waist and inside leg options including odd measurments and three leg builds from slim fit.
Other Product We Sell
In addition to our tailored linen shirts and chinos we also manufacture polo shirts and accessories including ties and boxer shorts along with a selection of jackets including our flag ship trench coat.
Our tailored shirt collection is made from 100% Egyptian and US Pima cotton and includes double cuff shirts, button down shirts along with our london shirt and smart casual shirts which are finished with contrasting buttons and printed
fabric inside the collar and cuffs for those seeking real British style.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is Linen the same as Cotton?
A: Linen is not the same as cotton. Linen is a sustainable fabric made from flax fibres. Once the fibres are separated to collect the longest pieces, they are spun into yarn and eventually woven into fabric.
Q: Does Linen Shrink?
A: Both Linen and cotton can shrink so it is advisable to take care when washing your linen shirt and not to tumble dry.
Q: Is Linen easy to Iron?
A: Linen is not easy to iron but its wrinkled appearance is one of its charms. If you wish to retain a new look crispness for your linen shirt then ironing on high heat with a touch of spray starch is your best option.
Q: Is Linen Biodegradable?
A: Like Cotton, Linen is biodegradable, making products from it sustainable. At WISC we are committed to moving towards sustainability, with most of our garments being produced from cotton or linen rather than man made fibres.
Q: Is Linen Hypoallergenic?
A: Both cotton and linen are hypoallergenic; however, linen is considered by many as superior for people with allergies as the loose weave is less likely to trap dust and particles.
Q: Is Linen as durable as Cotton?
A: Cotton has a little more stretch and flexibility than linen but is not as durable. Finer cotton, like Egyptian cotton, is made from long-staple cotton fibres, which makes this cotton softer and more durable than standard cotton, but still not as durable as linen. Linen lasts longer because the cellulose fibres in linen yarn are slightly longer and wrapped tighter than those in cotton yarn which increases its strength. Your linen shirt will be twice as strong as its cotton counterparts.
Q: Does linen absorb Moisture?
A: Whilst Cotton is more absorbent, Linen does absorb a lot of water and can hold up to 20% of its own weight. The water strengthens the fabric. Linen also has natural water-wicking qualities, which means it draws water, or sweat, or sweat out of the skin and dries quickly. This property makes wearing a linen shirt ideal in warmer weather.
Q: Does linen pill as badly as cotton?
A: Cotton pills more than linen as cotton fibres are weaker. Both cotton and linen wrinkle easily, as they are made from natural fibres. Linen is a little stiffer and stronger.
Q: How should I wash my Linen Shirt?
A: Your linen shirt will soften as you wear it over time and it can be washed in the washing machine.It should be washed in cool or cold water and never tumble dried.If you want the fabric to remain more crisp dry cleaning is your best option.
Q: Are linen shirts cool to wear?
A: Yes. The wicking properties and hollow nature of the fibres coupled with a generally looser weave make linen shirts very cool to wear. They are a great summer or holiday shirt with the ultimate casual look.
Q: What should I wear with a linen shirt?
A: Linen shirts are generally worn with chinos or chino shorts, often with the sleeves rolled up in warmer weather.
Special offer
While we do not offer a sale on our linen collection you can benefit from 10% off all our British made clothing if you add discount code: MAKEITBRITISH on our basket page. We also offer free UK delivery on all orders.
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