5 ultra chic linen pants to add to your wardrobe

Best for: linen palazzo pants

A great pair of palazzo pants are universally flattering and make for a great outfit base. These palazzo pants from the Australian label Miss Rose Sister are made from linen and feature pleats in the front for a naturally appealing silhouette.

Sizes: Sm/Md, Md/Lg.

Colours: Black, white, khaki, charcoal

Material: 100 per cent linen.

Key features:

• Linen composition
• Angled pockets
• Wide leg

Best for: affordable linen blend pants

Getting a great pair of linen trousers doesn’t have to break the bank. Although these trousers from Uniqlo aren’t 100 per cent linen, they’re still overwhelmingly made from natural fibres (linen and cotton) which makes them breathable no matter what season you’re in. Not only do they cost a cool $29.90, but the elasticated waistband and drawstring tie means that they’ll be an incredibly comfortable pair of trousers you won’t want to take off.

Sizes: XXS-XXL.

Colours: Beige, green, navy, purple.

Materials: 53 per cent Viscose, 30 per cent Linen, 17 per cent Cotton.

Key features:

• Pre-washed for a casual feel
• Elasticised, drawstring waist
• Front tucks
• Pockets on both sides
• Relaxed fit

Best for: a tailored pair of linen trousers

Linen trousers don’t just have to be for lounging. A great tailored pair of linen trousers can inject a chic factor into any outfit while remaining comfortable and stylish. These trousers from HM feature an elegant pin stripe pattern on a structured, wide-leg silhouette. They’re perfect for the office or to dress up a low-key outfit.

Sizes: 6-18.

Colours: Beige pinstripe, black.

Material: Linen.

Key features:

• Made from 100 per cent linen
• Zip fly
• Straight, extra long legs with creases down the front and back
• Diagonal pockets

Best for: relaxed linen trousers

On the opposite end of the spectrum, linen trousers don’t need to be tailored and structured for going out. They can also be a relaxed, yet chic trouser you can throw on in a hurry. These trousers from AERE are unlined and feature a casual straight leg silhouette, making them perfect for days at the beach or sitting out on a sunny deck reading a newspaper.

Sizes: 6-18.

Colours: Beige.

Material: 100 per cent linen.

Key features:

•  Lightweight linen; unlined
• Relaxed fit; high-waisted
• Pleat detail to front; belt loops
• Twin side and back pockets
• Zip fly with hook-and-eye closure

Best for: high-waisted linen pants

Linen trousers are effortlessly chic, particularly when they came high-waisted. These Seed Heritage high-waisted linen trousers feature a stylish wide leg silhouette that can both dressed up and down depending on the occasion.

Sizes: 6-18.

Colours: Black, white, sand.

Material: 100 per cent linen.

Key features:

• Zip and tab closure
• Angled pockets
• Wide leg
• French linen

Available at:

• $159.95 from Myer
• $159.95 from The Iconic