Linen trousers are the summer trend trend that's here to stay. Well, until the end of the warm weather anyway. Stylish, smart, and best of all comfortable, the breezy trousers are a wardrobe staple every season. A transitional piece that is perfect for the in-between seasons, the timeless trousers are a must for building a capsule wardrobe – and they just so happen to be flattering on every figure.
Classic beige linen trousers can be paired with just about anything in your wardrobe, from everyday white T-shirts to summer cardigans, and I've seen so many takes on the traditional style recently, with striped linen trousers being a popular choice. The sartorial style is perfect for teaming with loafers and blouses for work, while wide-leg linen trousers give a relaxed finish that looks beyond chic with Mary Janes, chunky sandals or mid-heel sandals and sleeveless tops.
- Linen trousers with drawstring editor's pick: H&M Wide Linen-Blend Trousers, £22.99 / $21.99
- Linen trousers for work editor's pick: Boden Kensington Linen Trousers, £89.25 / $155
- Linen striped trousers editor's pick: M&S Striped Linen Wide Leg Trousers, £28 / $90
- Black linen trousers editor's pick: Next Textured Wide Leg Trousers with Linen, £28 / $44
- Beige linen trousers editor's pick: River Island Beige Linen Blend Trousers, £29 / $65
Beige, navy, black, and white linen trousers have all been hitting the high street for the new season, and I've picked out the very best styles to shop now.
Celebrities wearing linen trousers
If you're not sure how to wear a linen trouser, take your cue from the likes of Meghan Markle and Hailey Bieber, who keep the look tonal with a casual top or shirt in similar shades.
© GettyLinen trousers and a coordinating waistcoat are a great way to level up a more casual trouser, or a blazer casually throw over a tee gives the illusion of a smarter suit.
© GettyHow I chose the best linen trousers
- Style: Whether you're looking for a pair of white linen trousers to wear all year or a classic pair to summer up your work wardrobe, I've picked out a range of styles including petite and long options.
- Price: I've chosen pieces in a range of price points, so there should be something to suit every budget.
- Trusted brands: While I haven't tried on all of the trousers in the edit, I've chosen only from brands that are known and loved by the Best Quality Designer Handbag Shopping Team, and that I believe are truly worth investing in.
Shop the best linen trousers
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H&M Wide Linen-Blend Trousers
© H&M- Sizes: 4-22
- Colours: Available in multiple colours
H&M's linen trousers are so stylish for every season. Made from a linen and cotton weave, they feature a loose fit and a high waist, finished with pleats at the front.
They're to pair with just about anything in your wardrobe, and I would be opting for a black blazer and loafers to round off the look.
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Boden Kensington Linen Trousers
© Boden- Sizes: 4-22
- Colours: Available in multiple colours
Boden's linen trousers feature a tailored wide leg shape. The style is complete with functional pockets that are tacked to maintain the shape.
I'd recommend teaming the trousers with a cute trophy jacket and even pair with trainers for a smart-casual ensemble, or opt for a white boxy T-shirt and flip flops for a laid-back look.
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M&S Striped Linen Wide Leg Trousers
© M&S- Sizes: 6 - 24
- Colours: Blue stripe, red stripe
M&S' linen trousers look beyond comfortable with their mid-rise cut and wide-leg. The trousers will be a go-to in any capsule wardrobe, and I love them styled with an easy breezy shirt.
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NEXT Black Textured Wide Leg Trousers with Linen
© NEXT- Sizes: 8-28
- Colours: Available in multiple colours
NEXT is a great destination for black linen trousers and these are the perfect finishing touch to your casual or smart outfit, made from a breathable linen-blend fabric with added stretch for a comfortable feel and crease prevention.
Note the gentle kickflare detail.
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River Island Linen Blend Trousers
© River Island- Sizes: XS-XL
- Colours: Beige
River Island never disappoints when it comes to chic capsule pieces, and these linen trousers will become a go-to in any wardrobe.
The lightweight linen fabric has a drawstring waistband, with a relaxed fit for comfort and versatility. Finished with side seam pockets, the trousers will pair with everything from cropped vests to ribbed knitwear.
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Topshop Linen Balloon Trouser
© Topshop- Sizes: 4-14
- Colours: Pink
Topshop's balloon style linen trousers gives a cool update on the classic trouser. The effortless style looks amazing paired with a tee and thong sandals.
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White Stuff Tia Linen Crop Trousers
© White Stuff- Sizes: 6-24
- Colours: Available in Khaki, Ivory, Black
White Stuff's linen trousers feature a cropped leg, a mid-rise waist, and a smart buttoned waistband.
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Karen Millen Viscose Linen Pleat And Pocket Detail Woven Straight Leg Trouser
© Karen Millen- Sizes: 4-16
- Colours: Various
Made with a premium linen mix, Karen Millen's butter yellow coloured linen trousers are the one for day-to-night dressing. The tailored fit with pin dart detailing looks so luxe, and looks so chic paired with the matching waistocat.
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FatFace Bea Rust Red Wide Stripe Wide Leg Trousers
© FatFace- Sizes: 6-24
- Colours: Red stripe
These FatFace linen-blend trousers are the summer staple you won't want to take off. Featuring a wide leg that skims the body and a comfortable elasticated drawstring waist, the breezy pair are such a chic and colourful version of the timeless linen trouser.
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Mint Velvet Cream Linen Blend Floral Print Wide Trousers
© Mint Velvet- Sizes: XS-XL
- Colours: Cream floral
Floral linen trousers look incredible paired with white shirts and other neutral pieces, and I love this pair from Mint Velvet. The casual fit gives a relaxed appearance, while the wide-leg cut makes the trousers suitable for holiday wear and casual styling.
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Nobody's Child Navy Gingham Wide Leg Trousers
© Nobody's Child- Sizes: 4-24
- Colours: Available in various prints and colours
These gingham linen trousers can be worn in countless ways for work and everyday dressing. They have a wide-leg cut and relaxed fit, while the high-waist design is ideal for pairing with vests, waistcoats and casual tees.
