Linen is a natural fabric, made from the fibres of the flax plant. Highly versatile, robust and long lasting, it has been used over the centuries for several purposes such as wrapping Egyptian mummies, table linen, curtains and clothing. Cool and comfortable, linen has a natural silk matt gloss that gives the fabric a refined and timeless appeal. Inspired by these qualities, fashion designers transformed the fabric into stylish garments like trousers, shirts, jackets, skirts, evening wear, business suits and other casual wear.
Linen fibres absorb up to 35 per cent of their own weight in water and release it back into the air, keeping the garment dry and light. This makes the linen trousers more skin friendly and a pleasure to wear in summer for both men and women. Considered as a healthy fabric, linen garments are recommended to those with skin allergies.
Flowing linen trousers can be teamed with silk, cotton, cotton blends, wool, rayon and other blended fabrics. Paired with a silk shirt in spring, a cotton T-shirt in summer or a cashmere sweater in winter, linen trousers never go out of fashion. Simple accessories like a scarf or a pendant go well with linen trousers. They are suitable for evening wear, an office party or a holiday. A few linen trousers and capris in your collection in pale colours like grey, brown, beige and white will match almost every top, shirt and T-shirt that you own. They are available in all fits from slim to extra large.
The only drawback about linen fabric is that it creases very easily and ironing is not easy. To overcome this drawback, pure linen trousers are treated with new finishes or linen is blended with fabrics like rayon to make them less prone to creases. You should press your trousers with a hot iron on the reverse side or press over a handkerchief to retain the finish of the fabric. Avoid using a steam iron on your linen trousers. To avoid creases while travelling, pack your linen trousers with care. Stuff tissue paper inside the legs and cover it with a plastic dry cleaner bag. Roll them instead of folding and, on reaching your destination, unpack and hang them promptly.
Ideal for the skin, yet fashionable, linen trousers are definitely a worthy investment.
