The Best Linen Tops for Summer 2025, According to a Fashion Editor

If there's one fabric that I think should feature in everyone's summer wardrobe, it's linen. Impressively breathable, beautifully textured and with a much better environmental impact than alternatives like cotton, this natural fabric is made for those hot, sticky days when you're desperate to still look put-together without breaking (too much of) a sweat. Sure, it normally crumples the instant you put it on, but in recent years, trendsetters have backed the fact that this lends linen looks an effortless summer charm. Embrace the creases and celebrate the joy of breezy linen styles! And with summer just around the corner, there's one classic linen piece that should be at the top of your wish lists: tops.

When it comes to linen tops, there are plenty of options to choose from. But fundamentally, they're all classics that, thank to the choice of fabric, should remain a staple of your wardrobe for many years to come. Shirts, t-shirts and tanks prove to be incredibly versatile, a base that can be styled many different ways, but there are also more elevated options, from embroidered designs to impeccably tailored waistcoats, that also make their own statement with minimal effort on your part.