Linen Suit
In ancient Egypt, linen was one of the most sought after and prized of all fabrics. The wrappings that were used to prepare mummies for the afterlife were made from linen because linen represented purity and light and dressing the deceased in this fabric aided his or her soul’s journey to heaven. Linen was even used as a form of money and was traded as currency. No wonder then that linen has become such a favored fiber from which to make all sorts of houseware items and articles of clothing, including linen suit. This light and airy fabric makes a great addition to any man’s wardrobe, and will be sure to make a splash on a hot summer day.
Linen Suit
Linen fabric is made from the fibers of the flax plant. These flax fibers have a long staple, or individual fiber length, and thus when worn next to the skin have a smooth and cool feeling. Linen suits are extremely breathable, and so perspiration has the opportunity to evaporate into the air. At the same time, the breeze on a hot day has a chance to keep your skin cool and dry. These long fibers also tend to keep the fabric of your linen suit at a short distance from your skin, thus allowing air to circulate beneath the suit. For hundreds of years, linen suit have been worn by men in very hot climates or at the very height of summer.
Linen Suit
Linen suit are very beautiful articles of clothing because of the rich luster of the linen fabric. Linen gives off a natural sheen, especially under the strong light of the sun. Linen suit are sometimes made from fabric that has been bleached to a pure and dazzling white or that has been left in its natural colors. The color of linen fabric ranges from ecru to grey to ivory. These lovely earth colors look great with any skin complexion and hair color.