Summer Edition: The Linen Suit

Say goodbye to layers and cold mornings. Summer has arrived and it's time to lighten up. This is the first post of a series of posts that I hope will help guide you through the summer heat and stay cool.

The first topic is the Linen Suit.

Every man should own a linen suit. It's the perfect alternative when the thermostat starts climbing. Let's face it, suits in general are not the most comfortable articles of clothing in the summer. Nobody really wants to wear a jacket when the weather is calling for a t-shirt. The linen suit may be the perfect solution.

1. It must be fitted

Just like any other suit, you need to make sure that you get the appropriate alterations to your linen suit. It's especially important in this case as the linen suit is already a somewhat loose material. Otherwise, you will end up looking like some wanna-be drug dealer from Miami. Not a good look at all.

Chris Pine demonstrates just exactly how a linen suit should be worn. Well done, Chris.

2. Don't worry about the wrinkles

You should not be concerned about the fact that linen suits are easily wrinkled. Steam the suit before you wear it to knock out most of the big wrinkles and then just embrace the look. It's a lightweight, fun type of suit and the wrinkles are part of that look.

3. ONLY wear the linen suit in the summer

The linen suit is only an acceptable look in summer, just as the wool suit is specifically for the cold months. So don't get crazy and bust out the linen suit for Christmas. You will regret it. 

Surprise! Linen suits can be dark, too. Don't be sold on the fallacy that linen suits have to be tan or white. Embrace the dark side.

Until next time, stay classy.