Linen Care Guide

Caring For Your Linen

Linen is often misunderstood and gets a bad rap for being difficult to care for, but as linen’s biggest fans, we beg to differ. The truth is, linen is wonderfully resilient and becomes softer, more comfortable, and more beautiful the more you wear and wash it. The better you care for your linens, the more they’ll love you back.

While you should always refer to your garment’s individual care label, here are some helpful, fuss-free guidelines to keep in your back pocket for years of effortless wear.

Why Choose Linen

Breathable

The airy weave of linen helps your skin breathe while wicking moisture away. This makes it ideal for staying fresh and comfortable, even on the hottest days.

Natural Fibre

Linen is a natural fibre from the flax plant, grown with minimal resources and a low environmental impact. Comfortable, breathable, and lightweight, it’s a conscious choice for those who value both style and sustainability.

Hypoallergenic

Linen’s hypoallergenic qualities make it perfect for sensitive skin. It naturally resists irritants and allergens, so you can wear it with confidence.

Care Instructions

1. Washing

Linen should always be washed in cool or lukewarm water on a delicate cycle and using a gentle detergent or, better, by hand without twisting the fabric. Not only will this make your linens last longer, your garments will become softer with time - it’s a win-win situation if you ask us!

2. Drying

Say goodbye to long drying times! Linen dries fast, so simply hang or lay it flat and enjoy its naturally soft, breezy texture in no time. Not only does air-dying help your garments last it is also better for the planet!

3. Ironing

We know all too well that we can iron linen; we don’t know about you but in summer it sometimes feels like all we do is get the ironing board out! Unless you choose to embrace the wrinkles, dampen the fabric using a water-filled spray bottle and iron on medium to high heat.

4. Storing

During the summer, we find that linen clothes are better stored hanging in your closet - both for easy access and to avoid having to re-iron your garments. If you’re storing your clothes away for next season, fold as neatly as possible and put them away in a cool, dry place.

Answering Your Frequntly Asked Questions

Absolutely! Linen is a naturally strong, hardworking fabric that’s perfect for everyday wear. It softens beautifully with time while retaining its strength, so your linen pieces stay comfortable, flattering, and reliable for years when cared for well.

Putting linen in the dryer can cause it to shrink, wrinkle, and lose some of its natural softness. High heat is especially harsh on linen fibres, so it’s best to air-dry or use a very low heat setting if you need to tumble dry briefly.

To prevent linen from shrinking, wash it in cold or lukewarm water on a gentle cycle using a mild detergent. Avoid high heat at all stages - skip hot washes and tumble dryers, and instead reshape while damp and air-dry flat or on a hanger.

Linen is derived from the cellulose found in the stalks of flax plants; the long inner fibres are combed into thin strands, spun into a yarn which is dried and woven or knit to be made into a fabric that can be used in clothing.

It’s loved for its breathability, durability, and relaxed, elegant texture that keeps you cool and comfortable while softening beautifully with wear.

Linen and cotton are both beautiful natural fabrics - it really comes down to what you value most. Linen is more breathable and temperature-regulating, making it ideal for warm days and all-day comfort, while cotton feels softer straight away and can require a little less care. Many women love linen for its relaxed elegance and the way it softens gracefully over time.

Linen is widely popular in hot and tropical climates such as ours as it is lightweight and breathable. On those days where it’s so hot that you can’t even fathom getting dressed, linen is definitely your best option.

It is a very versatile fabric: you can build a whole wardrobe of linen pieces to suit different occasions, from lounging around the house to attending a summer wedding. No wonder it’s in such high demand!