Summer sweats settling in? It’s inevitable to feel a little hot and sticky this time of the year, and wearing the wrong fabric can only make the situation worse. So when you’re deciding what to wear over the warmer months and the type of bedding you choose, linen is an excellent option to keep you cool and chic all at the same time.
To help you navigate hot and muggy days (and nights!), we’ve pulled together our best bed and clothing linen sets to keep you cool and breezy.
Is linen better than cotton?
Well, it depends on what you define as “better”. Linen is a 100% nature fibre made from the stem of the flax plant. It’s strong, absorbent, dries faster than cotton and is generally more lightweight making it a great option for hot climates. It’s also moisture-wicking for those erring on the sweatier side. On the other hand, cotton may be preferred if you like the softer feeling of fabric. Plus it has more stretch and breathability.
Does linen help keep you cool?
Absolutely. Linen is naturally breathable, moisture-wicking, temperature-regulating and hypoallergenic. All these properties combined create a great fabric that keeps you dry and cool.
What material is best for hot sleepers?
When it comes to your bedding, there are a few go-to fabrics you should look out for. These include linen of course, as well as cotton, bamboo and tencel (fabric made from eucalyptus trees). While all these fabrics have slight differences, they all promote airflow to keep you dry and cool.
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The best linen clothing sets
This light and breezy set from I Love Linen includes a 3/4 length shirt and a pair of elastic waistband pants. Made from European flax grown in France, it’s soft to the touch, while still looks super chic so you can wear it at home, down at the cafe and everywhere in between.
This cult favourite Aussie brand has crafted the most luxurious pajama set that’s too cute to wear behind closed doors. The elasticated boxer shorts paired with the button down top with longer sleeves is incredibly soft and won’t cling to your body on those hot nights.
Sold separately, this two piece set from Faithfull is a gorgeous piece we can see us wearing at weekend drinks. The barely-there mid-rise mini skirt is paired with the Jane vest – a long line button-down short-sleeve vest to keep you looking and feeling chic.
This newly released set is ideal for lounging on a lazy Sunday afternoon. The luxurious robe can be worn as a cover up or even a wrap dress, while the wide-legged linen pants include an elastic waistband and pockets on either side.
The best linen bedding sets
Available in a whopping 30 different shades, there’s something to suit everyone when it comes to these linens from Sheet Society. Rated 5 stars, the 100% French flax linen fabrication will keep you cool and breezy on even the hottest of nights.
The linens from Adairs undergoes a special wash treatment before it gets to your hands to get extra soft and luxurious. Like any good linen, it gets softer with every wash so you know it’ll last you a long time. The linen is cooling, breathable and we just love that Caramel colourway.
Including a fitted sheet, pillowcases and flat sheet (because the duvet is far too hot for the summer), this luxe set from Cultiver is made from breathable European linen. It’s been pre-washed making it super soft from the get go.
Made from 100% French flax linen, Bed Threads’ bestselling sheets will keep you cool in the summer and warm in the winter. The set includes two pillowcases, a fitted sheet and a duvet cover making for one stylish looking bed.
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