Question 1

Is a linen blazer formal enough for the office?

Accepted Answer

Yes, for a summer office with a smart-casual dress code. If your workplace is more formal, the structured linen blazer keeps the crispest shape.

Question 2

What's the difference between a structured and a relaxed linen blazer?

Accepted Answer

A structured blazer uses interfacing and a firmer weave to keep the shoulders and lapels crisp, so it has a tailored look. A relaxed blazer lets the fabric move freely, so it feels closer to a shirt jacket with lapels.

Question 3

What's interfacing?

Accepted Answer

Interfacing is a stiffening layer set between the outer fabric and the lining to help a jacket hold its shape. It gives the structured blazer its tailored look.

Question 4

Where does a linen jacket crease most?

Accepted Answer

Linen jackets tend to crease most at the elbows.

Question 5

Which linen jacket is the coolest to wear?

Accepted Answer

The vest is the lightest option, since it has no sleeves but keeps the lapel and shoulder line. The unlined jacket is also lighter than the blazers.

Question 6

What's a double-breasted linen blazer like?

Accepted Answer

The relaxed double-breasted blazer overlaps at the front like a double-breasted coat. Because linen moves freely, it looks softer and less formal than the same cut in wool.

Question 7

Why does linen tailoring feel different from wool?

Accepted Answer

Wool has natural give and stretch, so it eases with your body. Linen has very little give, so a linen jacket keeps the shape it was cut in.

Question 8

What other jacket collections should I shop?

Accepted Answer

You can also shop women's blazers, trench coats, vests, and lightweight jackets. For colder days and the office, browse puffer jackets and down coats and workwear jackets.

Jackets

French Blue 100% European Linen Vest

White 100% European Linen Vest

Black 100% European Linen Vest

Bayberry Olive 100% European Linen Vest