A few years ago, as I fell head first into my 30s, I made a pact with myself to try to be the kind of chic woman who wears linen all summer long. You know the type. Think Meryl Streep or Diane Keaton in every Nancy Meyers movie (goals)—the kind who floats down to the farmers market every weekend with a basket bag slung over her arm and a linen shirt billowing behind her. Okay, that part might be slightly more difficult to re-create while living in London, but the effortlessness of a linen outfit is something we can all realistically achieve.
There's just something about a linen dress, button-down or pair of trousers that feels so timeless, ageless and polished—am I right? And with the weather warming up right now, I can practically feel myself being drawn to the elegance of crisp linen outfits to stay looking chic in the heat.
Luckily, while a linen outfit may look expensive, it doesn't necessarily have to be. The high street has some amazing pieces, and H&M has been my particular go-to for linen over the last few summers. This season, the high-street stalwart seems to have outdone itself, though, with a drop of linen pieces that has Who What Wear editors and influencers talking. India Sehmi, Claudia Berresford and Rachael Clifton have all shared the delights of H&M's linen on their Instagram stories in the past, from the shorts to the shirts and wide-leg trousers.
So without further ado, keep scrolling to see the most expensive-looking H&M linen pieces. You're welcome.
Shop H&M Linen Pieces:
You can't go wrong with classic stripes.
Yes, you read that right... £16!
I love the shape of these shorts.
A beautiful hue.
I think this apple-green midi dress is just gorgeous.
Butter yellow is key this season.
This is bound to be a fashion editor favourite.
Hello, dream summer dress.
The Brodarie detail is so pretty.
Wear the waistcoat with the matching skirt.
I love this chic dusty blue update on the classic pinstripe suit.
You'll wear these on heavy rotation all season.
No doubt this top with the matching skirt will sell out quick.
Such an easy, breezy throw-on number.
This looks so expensive.
Naturally you'll want the matching trousers, too.
All about that nipped in waist.
Just add a V-neck jumper and sandals.
Switch up your classics to linen alternatives to make them last through spring.
Grab it in a few sizes up.
Yep, pink is still going strong.
Just add chunky flats and a basket bag.
The light layer you'll wear on repeat.
Love this over a slip dress with gold jewellery.
I have a lot of love for these.
This looks like it could be designer.
Any easy office look with loafers or ballet flats.
You'll wear these so many times.
Love the matching skirt but there's also a trouser option.
Ready for holiday with a bikini top.
Hello, linen suit. I love you.
You could also wear these trousers on their own with a white tank top.
This story was published at an earlier time and has since been updated.
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