01-05-2025
‘This linen co-ord is a must-buy for the heatwave – I've worn it everywhere from the office to drinks'
If you're looking for the perfect versatile co-ord that'll see you through summer, this linen set from Finery London is my top pick – it's ideal for work and casual drinks
Whilst we're all loving the sudden heatwave we're experiencing and are keen for the summer sun to finally kick in, it does leave us with one problem – what to wear. Whilst staying comfy in shorts and a vest is great for the evenings and weekends, when you know you've got to head to the office or go out for the evening, you need something a little more sophisticated that'll still keep you comfy and cool.
To solve this sartorial conundrum, I picked up Finery London's Vanetia Black Linen Blend Waistcoat for £45 and the Athena Black Linen Blend Wide Leg Trousers for £49. The linen blend set seemed to tick all of my wardrobe needs for making sure I look smart and put together without overheating.
Although sold separately, as soon as I saw the pieces paired together on Finery London's website I knew it was exactly what I was looking for. The waistcoat is fitted without being rigid, and the trousers have the right amount of volume and design to keep them office-ready, whilst being flowy enough to be worn for brunch or to the pub.
The Vanetia Black Linen Blend Waistcoat was my absolute favourite piece of the two. It was super flattering, with a tie at the back which can be adjusted to make it more fitted or less fitted depending on what you prefer and what the occasion is.
Although it's a linen blend, rather than pure linen, I actually preferred this as it kept it lightweight and breathable, without too much creasing. It was also clear just how versatile the waistcoat is, as I could just as easily wear it with some denim shorts or a satin midi skirt as I could with the co-ordinating trousers or jeans.
The Athena Black Linen Blend Wide Leg Trousers were also incredibly comfortable and just the right amount of breezy, breathable and comfortable. I loved the adjustable waist tie, and the elasticated waistband made them comfy enough to wear at a desk all day.
I did find them a little too wide on the legs – it felt like there was a lot of fabric, and as I'm only 5 foot 4' they were a little overwhelming on my frame. I also opted for the regular length but will probably need to hem them at some point, so I would recommend picking up the short length if you're on the petite side.
Both pieces come in sizes 8 to 24, and the trousers do have the option of different leg lengths to help you find the perfect fit. I always love a co-ord, as you can mix and match it with so many things in your wardrobe to get plenty of different outfits, and they were both very comfy and breathable, making them a winner for summer.
If you want something a little more colourful that's still both office and weekend ready, these Green Linen-blend Parker Wide Leg Trousers, £65, from Nobody's Child and the matching Green Linen-blend Longline Cami Top, £49, make a great alternative. For some slightly more tailored trousers, these Khaki Linen Blend Wide Leg Trousers (£40) from Simply Be are ideal, especially when teamed with the co-ordinating £46 Khaki Linen Blend Longline Waistcoat – and you can currently get 20% off both with the code VIBES.
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