Men's linen jackets: what to wear and how to care for?

Linen clothing has been popular since the days of Ancient Egypt. This material has not lost its relevance even now. Moreover, it is possible to make not only high-quality items of women's wardrobe from linen, but also elegant men's suits. So, many men prefer linen jackets when choosing clothes.

Linen products have breathable properties, thanks to which the skin feels fresh in the summer heat. Besides, the fabric quickly absorbs moisture... A man in a linen jacket looks solid even in the heat, because in such clothes he feels quite comfortable.

The advantage of the material is its hypoallergenicity.therefore a linen jacket is ideal for men with sensitive skin. In addition, it is believed that flax prevents the development of harmful microorganisms on the skin. The advantages include the versatility of such jackets - they look good in combination with other clothes. Linen practically does not electrify, does not shrink, does not fade and dries very quickly after washing. Also, this material gets dirty much less, unlike other products.

Men's jackets can be classified by style.

• Single-breasted. The buttons on such a copy are on one side, they are fastened with loops located on the second half.
• Double-breasted. In this case, the buttons are symmetrically located on both parts, and to fasten the jacket, the left strip is applied to the right one. As a rule, such a product is fixed for a maximum of 1-2 buttons.

Linen jackets for men can be divided by style.

• Classical. It has a strict and discreet cut in neutral shades. Its length should cover the buttocks.
• Sports. In this case, the product is shorter. Allows a choice of shoes without restrictions.
• Jacket. This look can have a variety of decor, be narrow or loose, long or short, models may not have sleeves and collars. The jacket will complement the image of a man in a classic or casual style.

When buying a linen men's jacket use the following guidelines.

• A tall man with a good physique can choose a fitted suit or a straight jacket. The best option is a linen three-piece suit.
• It is better for a young man “in body” to give preference to single-breasted straight cut models. It is better not to choose a suit of very large sizes, as it will further violate the proportions of the forms.
• Shorter models are recommended for a short man.
• To find the perfect jacket length, stand straight in the fitting room and lower your arms. The bottom edge should reach the base of the thumb.
• For summer, choose lightweight options without lining, they will keep warm even on a cold summer day.

Some young people wear a jacket without buttoning it. This is only allowed when creating an informal or sporty look and it is important in this case to complement the look with sporty details.

If a linen jacket is needed for a business meeting, it is recommended to give preference to products in a dark color: blue, brown, gray... At a formal reception, a linen jacket looks perfect in tandem with the same trousers.If the event is more informal, then it is advisable to match trousers made of a different material and a different color to a linen jacket.

For a daily summer look, a white, beige or blue blazer will do. A light copy is very harmoniously combined with blue jeans, and with a dark product it is better to wear contrasting light trousers.

Caring for a linen product is not so difficult. In general, this material can withstand any washing powders, however, in order to preserve its properties, you should still adhere to some rules:

• do not use the spin mode;
• try to use special bags when washing in a machine;
• dry the linen jacket flat and in the fresh air;
• refuse to pre-soak the product for a long time;
• when storing things, try to avoid direct sunlight;
• while ironing, use the steam mode;
• if stains appear, entrust the wash to a professional dry cleaner.