Linen is textural, rumpled, and breezy, reminiscent of a sunny European locale — where, in fact, the best versions of the fabric originate. Handfeel aside, I love the way linen takes on color.

Linen, derived from the flax plant, is synonymous with breezy, effortless summer style. Known for its exceptional cooling properties, this fabric has been prized for millennia in hot climates.

There’s also more fabric options to choose from than ever before. Cotton will always be No. 1 in my book, but linen and naturally derived fibers like rayon (from bamboo or eucalyptus ...