Linens and silks for summer 2025: Five high street pieces our experts are shopping

Linens and silks for summer 2025: Five high street pieces our experts are shopping Newspoint | 01/06/2025 20:39:07

Whether you’re going on holiday or enjoying the sunshine at home, the season for lightweight fabrics is here. To complement your summer wardrobe, our experts found the best and most flattering pieces that perfectly blend comfort with style.

Both linen and silk are ideal summer fabrics thanks to their breathability and moisture-wicking properties, so these pieces will keep you cool and breezy all season long.

From simple silhouettes to on-trend styles, these buys are some of this season’s warm-weather essentials. We’ve rounded up our top picks from brands including Hobbs, Ro&Zo, and Me & Em, starting from £49.

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NEXT

Florals are always in for the spring/summer, and this slouchy, silky suit from Next is the perfect alternative to a floral dress. If you're heading to a wedding or the races and not really into floaty skirts or dresses, this suit ticks all the right boxes.

It's comfy and airy, and it looks so stylish teamed with strappy low heels and oversized statement earrings.

SHOP THE LOOK: Double Breasted Blazer, , and Tapered Trousers,

RO & ZO

If you’re looking for something with an easy, breezy linen feel, this warm- essential Ro&Zo set is perfect. This tailored yet relaxed look is perfect for throwing on for a sunset dinner or an afternoon stroll.

This set's versatility allows you to mix and match your summer wardrobe or pair the top and bottom together for an effortless look.

SHOP THE LOOK: Linen waistcoat, £49 here, and the matching trousers,

HOBBS

Brown has been making a recent comeback, so we think this Hobbs dress in Chestnut Brown would be the perfect addition to your summer closet. In addition to its trendy shade, its 100% pure linen composition paired with pockets and a flattering silhouette ensures that you’ll feel both comfortable and stylish.

Style it with some strappy leather sandals for an easy holiday look.

SHOP THE LOOK: Carmen Linen Dress, , Brodie Leather Slides,

FOREVER NEW

A waistcoat co-ord is a summer wardrobe essential in our opinion. They are so versatile, whether you style them with chunky loafers and a blazer for the office, or kitten heel mules and gold jewellery for an evening out with the girls.

And the linen material on this chic beige one from Forever New means you'll stay cool and airy all summer long.

SHOP THE LOOK:

ME + EM

This pure silk top in the shade 'summer chocolate' will have you feeling both cool and sleek this summer. The open back adds a chic edge to its simple silhouette, allowing you to dress it up or down.

Pair it with the brand's slouchy long-length jeans that shoppers say are ‘a staple in every summer wardrobe’, and an on-trend eyelet belt for a statement look.

SHOP THE LOOK: Top ; trousers , and eyelet belt