Linen

[Guest]

I have heard that a linen blend (30% cotton, 70% linen) actually wears cooler than 100% linen. I find that quite hard to believe.

Also, when ordering linen shirts, what colors come to mind besides white and blue and variations thereof?

[Guest]

Can't offer an opinion about the coolness of a blend. If it's ninety-five and humid, nothing feels that cool, to me.
Regarding colors . . . how about 'natural,' or a pale gray or beige? Taupe is a beautiful, neutral. I like sage green, as well.

[Guest]

I've seen some stunning reds - in the SIC Tess book I believe.

- Cantab

[Guest]

I've worn both blended and pure-linen shirts and find the pure cooler. But the difference is small enough that my perception may have been actuated more by psychology than by physiology.

RWS