Cotton may be the fabric of our lives, but there’s another natural fiber that will be your best friend  bringing the sweetest sign of relief this side of yesterday’s torrential down pour. Yes kids I’m talking about linen. Tried and true, this fantastic fabrication gets all the glory during the dog days of summer, as it should. It camouflages streams of sweat better than Pita in the Hunger Games, all while breathing gently and feeling no heavier than a Miller 64.
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1. Chuck Taylor Premium Linen Sneaker via Converse {On Sale $49}

2. Michael Kors Linen Modern Fit Pants via Bloomingdale’s {On Sale $75}

3. Armani Collezioni Linen Blazer via Farfetch {On Sale $383}

4. Long SleeveGingham Linen Blend Shirt

via Lands’ End {On Sale $34.99}

5. Allen Edmonds Starwfut Oxford via Nordstrom {On Sale

6. Linen Thin Stripe Tie via JCrew {$59.50}

7. Classic Fit Linen Suit Pant via Perry Ellis {On Sale $59}

So if you noticed almost all of my picks are On Sale {JCrew’s a little stubborn with their accessories…} which means this is the perfect opportunity to add something light and luxe to your wardrobe if you haven’t done so already. If you are looking to take your style to new heights, invest in a designer piece that really focuses on tailoring like pick #3. It will be a “go-to” staple for you summer after summer and the looks of approval you will get for a debonair piece like that will have you feeling like it was money well spent. Alright gents, I’ve lightened things up, get out there and make me proud.