Designer Linen Dresses

Linen midi, maxi and mini dresses

Linen breathes better than any other fabric in the heat, so the midi and maxi are the summer workhorses, and a short linen dress is the beach shape. Read our guide to linen midi dresses, and browse midi dresses and maxi dresses.

Linen shirt dresses

A collared linen shirt dress works open as a cover-up and belted for town. See our guide to linen shirt dresses and shop shirt dresses.

White linen and resort dresses

White linen is the holiday classic, and printed and striped linen carry it into the evening. Browse white dresses, resort and vacation dresses and our Alémais linen and hemp guide.

Linen dresses: FAQs

Does a linen dress crease?

Yes; creasing is part of linen’s character. Linen blended with viscose and cotton creases less, and a quick steam smooths it out.

Is a linen dress good for hot weather?

Yes. Linen is breathable, wicks moisture and dries fast, which makes it the best summer dress fabric.

Does linen shrink?

Pure linen can shrink slightly on a hot wash; wash it cool and dry it flat.

What shoes go with a linen dress?

Flat sandals and espadrilles for day, woven mules for lunch, and a low heeled sandal for evening.

Can you wear a linen dress to a wedding?

Yes, to a summer daytime and beach wedding; choose a colour, avoid white and ivory, and add heels.

Is a linen dress see-through?

Light linen can be, especially in white; look for a lined dress and wear a slip in your skin tone underneath.