Beat the Heat in Style With These Linen Skirts

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Linen is the true MVP of every summer wardrobe. Not only is the crisp material lightweight and breathable, but it's also naturally cooling and helps keep you sweat-free during heat-waves. Linen skirts, particularly, are perfect for those 80-plus degree days when you can't bear to wear anything constricting and don't want your garments clinging to your body. They are inherently airy, come in array of pretty silhouettes, and most importantly, are a breeze to style (so to speak): you can mix and match them with your favorite tops, wear as a beach cover-up, or even as matching set—the outfit possibilities are endless.

Ahead, find the best linen skirts of the season, along with some editor recommendations to shop now.

Emma Pencil Skirt

Shop Now Caleb Crop Top, $190

Posse makes some of the best quality linen I've ever worn. This maxi skirt is comfortable, high-waisted, and can transition from day to night with ease. There isn't much else one might need.

Material: 100% OEKO-TEX 100 certified and EU certified flax linen

Size Range: XXS-XL

Colors: 4

Plaid Linen Wrap Skirt

Proof plaid isn't just for fall. This Ralph Lauren style, featuring a madras tie and floaty silhouette, is positively cheerful and will score you compliments all summer long. Wear with a simple top to let the style take centerstage.

Material: 100% linen

Size Range: 00-18

Leah Skirt

Loro Piana's linen skirt features a relaxed silhouette with a pleated details and side ties that nip the waist for a flattering fit. It's an investment piece for sure, but one you'll wear for summers to come.

Material: 100% linen

Size Range: 38-46

Maia Linen Skirt

Shop Now Amery Linen Cropped Top, $78

I own several Reformation linen pieces, including this A-line skirt that flatters my figure and keeps me cool on boiling hot days in the city. Pair with one of Reformation's matching tops to complete the look.

Material: 100% linen

Size Range: 0-12

Adelaide Midi Skirt

With a thigh high slit and gold disc embellishment, Aje's midi might be the fanciest style around.

Material: 69% linen, 31% viscose

Size Range: 4-16

Linen-Blend Maxi Skirt

Shop Now Linen-Blend Button-Back Cropped Tank Top, $49.95

Gap has been killing it ever since Zac Posen joined as creative director. Case in point: this linen-blend skirt is oh-so soft and features a flattering column fit that lengthens the figure. I picked mine up in red (with its matching crop top), but I already have the black and white versions in my cart.

Material: 55% linen, 45% rayon

Size Range: XXS-XXL; Regular, Tall, Petite

Colors: 4

Mila Ruffle-Trimmed Linen Midi Skirt

Shop Now Clemence Gathered Linen Crop Top, $230

Polka dots are always a good idea, especially if it comes in the form of a ruffle-trimmed midi.

Material: 100% linen

Size Range: 0-12

Lina Linen Mini Skirt

Banana Republic knows a thing or two about designing good linen at a great price. I'm obsessed with this skirt: the asymmetrical hemline adds dimension, while the mini silhouette makes it flirty.

Material: 100% linen

Size Range: 0-20; Regular, Tall, Petite

Colors: 3

Lisa Linen Maxi Skirt

For a skirt you can wear everywhere and anywhere, this minimal maxi is the move.

Material: 100% linen

Size Range: XXS-XXL; Regular, Tall, Petite

Colors: 3

Atticus Embroidered Linen Midi Skirt

Shop Now Atticus Embroidered Linen Blouse, $495

This skirt with whimsical embroidered patches is begging to be packed for your next getaway.

Material: 100% hemp

Size Range: 0-12

Wrap Front Linen Midi Skirt

Sometimes you want a skirt that can go from beach to aperitivo to dinner without ease. This is that skirt.

Material: 100% linen

Size Range: XXS-XL

Colors: 3

Leiden Skirt

This pretty pink number is guaranteed to be a summer staple for an endless stream of beach days, farmer's market season, brunches, and beyond.

Material: 100% linen

Size Range: XS-L

High Waist Linen A-Line Skirt

This polished, A-Line skirt is perfect for the office, but I'd argue its even better for twirling.

Material: 100% linen

Size Range: 00-16

Bel Mar Esmeralda Paneled Embroidered Printed Linen Maxi Skirt

Shop Now Coralina Esmeralda Appliquéd Embroidered Linen Bustier Top, $510

Agua by Agua Bendita's embroidered skirt looks good worn solo, but it'll look even better with its matching crop top.

Material: 100% linen

Size Range: XS-XL

Atira Printed Linen Midi Skirt

Not your typical floral skirt. I think Miranda Priestly would approve.

Material: 100% linen

Size Range: XS-L

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