Thought to be the oldest fabric in the world, Linen boasts an amazing history and incredible properties and benefits. Made from flax plants, linen cloth dates back some 9,000 years – yes really! You can read about Linen’s fascinating history here.
Inspired by this natural fabric’s colourful history and journey into modern times, we’ve explored the intriguing world of Linen and discovered these “Wow, I didn’t know that” facts:
So, what can Linen mean to you? Well, when it comes to cool, summer comfort, Linen is the one! Linen clothing is 3 to 4 times cooler than silk clothing, and it can help you perspire 1 to 2 times less.
Linen fibres allow for airflow, meaning they’re naturally cooling. Also, Linen doesn’t cling to the body, which is good news in the height of a sticky summer!
Linen is a breathable fabric; capable of absorbing a fifth of its own weight in water without feeling damp, another reason why it is a particularly cooling fabric.
We love Linen! This season, we’ve combined Linen with Cotton for our new, Wovens range. This selection of lightweight, casual clothing boasts all the wonderful properties and benefits of Linen AND those of Cotton!
Womens Linen & Cotton Dress (W06L) and Womens Linen & Cotton Top (W01L)
We’ve also taken Linen, and added to it a little Viscose, for our new, great-for-summer, drapey, Linen & Viscose tops.
Womens Lightweight Linen and Viscose Summer Poncho (D05L)