When it comes to dressing for the hot summer season, it’s important to prioritize lightweight and breathable styles that won’t send you into a sweat after just five minutes in the sun. If you have an upcoming vacation that will keep you outside for hours or just want to upgrade your seasonal wardrobe, now is the time to shop.

Talbots just dropped more than 600 new finds, including airy linen pieces that will keep you stylish and cool throughout the season. Ahead, you’ll find paperbag shorts, shirtdresses, and versatile cardigans to build your summer wardrobe around. Plus, you can get up to 25 percent off certain items, like the brand’s Nantucket washed linen wide leg pants and linen girlfriend cardigan. Keep scrolling to browse our favorites.

Best Linen Styles at Talbots

• Nantucket Washed Linen Wide-Leg Pants, $82 (originally $109) 
• Side Button Linen Band Collar Popover Shirt, $75 (originally $100) 
• Linen Square Neck Shell Top, $68 (originally $90)
• Nantucket Linen Wide-Leg Crop Pants, $82 (originally $109) 
• Linen Button Skirt, $119 
• Classic Linen Blazer, $179 
• Linen Shirtdress, $159
• Embroidered Linen Cotton Shell Shirt, $90 (originally $119) 
• Linen Girlfriend Cardigan, $75 (originally $100) 
• Nantucket Washed Linen Paperbag Shorts, $56 (originally $75) 

Linen Shirtdress

Toss on this linen shirtdress, and you’ll instantly look put-together. The casual yet polished design features short sleeves, a button-front closure, and a below-the-knee length. It also includes a nautical-inspired tie waist that makes it an even more flattering option. Reviewers called it a “beautifully stylish dress” that’s “not too long” and “looks great with sandals.” One person added that it’s “so comfortable” with “so many fun ways to wear it.” 

Nantucket Washed Linen Wide-Leg Pants

These breathable linen pants can quite literally go with everything, like casual sandals and a swimsuit top for the beach to a more elevated look with heels for dinner. The classic wide-leg silhouette is universally flattering, while the elastic waistband makes them comfortable enough for a flight. One shopper raved that the pants feel like “wearing PJs,” while adding that they “do not wrinkle” like other linen fabrics. Another said that they’re “completely comfortable” with a waistband that “fits beautifully.” 

Linen Girlfriend Cardigan

This versatile girlfriend cardigan will carry your wardrobe through summer — and into early fall, too. The lightweight, long-sleeve design offers just the right weight for layering if the hot July temps dip in the night. The cardigan, which comes in misses, petite, plus, and plus petite from extra small to extra large sizes, is also available in five different colors including white, turquoise, green, cream, and purple-blue, so you can grab multiples to go with all of your summer travel looks.

Nantucket Washed Linen Paperbag Shorts

These airy, paper bag-style linen shorts tick so many boxes. They hit at the waist for a flattering shape that accentuates your figure, while the above-the-knee length shows just the right amount of skin. It features slash side pockets to stash small items when you’re on the go, and a pull closure so you can find your ideal fit. Plus, they come in three neutral shades for summer, including navy, cream, and white. 

Find even more comfy linen styles for less at Talbots below.

Linen Button Skirt 

Classic Linen Blazer 

Linen Square Neck Shell Top 

Embroidered Linen Cotton Shell Shirt

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