Velvet sandals, £149, Penelope ChilversMy mother-in-law loves linen. A neat T-shirt sits with slim chinos and plimsolls. Hair is swept into a clip, a statement necklace is added.
The finishing touch is a white linen shirt. It’s always so chic and it’s all about the shirt, but in a cool, quiet manner.Of course, I can extol the wonders of linen for its ability to keep us cool in the sun (it’s also great for those entering the menopause) but it’s the variety of styles that mean this fabric works for all ages and sizes.
British brand Wiggy Kit creates dresses and skirts with wow factor, while the newest label on my radar, Mà + Lin, honours the sustainable credentials of linen with fuss-free, beautifully cut blouses and tops.
In its purest form, linen is easily one of the ‘greenest’ fabrics you can wear.Stylish, sustainable and with staying power. What’s not to love?Lead image: Ginnie wears a linen blouse, £200 and trousers, £200, Casa Raki, and a gold plated necklace, £120, Carousel Jewels.
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