The recent heat wave has got me thinking about cooler fabrics, so I thought it was time to share my thoughts on some linen items from Quince. Naturally breathable and hypoallergenic, linen is often touted as an ideal fabric to wear in warmer months. Here are six different Quince linen items that I or the Mister have tried on.

About Quince’s Linen

As you can see by how they named their items below, Quince emphasizes that their linen comes from European flax, which they say requires less water, fertilizers, and irrigation. While the fabric is from Europe, the garments are made in China, Vietnam, and India.

The brand claims several certifications:

• BSCI (Business Social Compliance Initiative) certified factories, indicating intentions to improve working conditions throughout the supply chain
• OEKO-TEX Standard 100 (Certificate Number: BJ050 139683), ensuring that no hazardous substances are present

Before we proceed, I want to be upfront in saying that I’m not a linen expert by any means. I’m actually pretty new to linen as I’ve never been fond of how much the fabric wrinkles. So these are just my impressions. The weight of Quince’s linen fabric feels light to medium-ish and perfectly appropriate for summer. However, it also felt a bit scratchy to me. So if you, like me, have sensitive skin, beware.

Women’s 100% European Linen Tank

This tank is the first Quince linen item I tried. I like the idea of wearing this in a matching set with the high-waisted shorts or ankle pants, but I sent it back. I’ve found Quince’s sizing to be mostly consistent across products, but once in a while, the sizing is off. This was the case with the tank. I ordered this in my usual size of small and found it too big. The armholes were large and it’s also quite long for someone petite. (And to be clear, I’m petite.) Since I first tried this, Quince has come out with a cropped version that has a more flared shape (but also buttons down the back, which I find extraneous), so if you’re short that might work better. If you are taller or have a long torso, the original tank is a better bet.

Women’s 100% European Linen Pajama Set

I tend to sleep hot, so I figured these linen pajamas might help with that. I ordered a size small, my usual size. And while it fits, it’s not as loose as I’d like for sleeping. In particular, the pants are too tight in the thighs for me. (Some measurements: the top in small is 21″ pit to pit, and about 24″ long. The pants have a 11″ rise and 27″ inseam. The waistband is 14″ across unstretched.)

It’s a nice-looking set, though. The cut of the boxy top with a wide neckline is classy, and it has a lovely drape. The elastic waist pants have a straight leg and pockets. In fact, this set is so nice that you can wear it out of the house. A whole linen outfit for $60? Yes, please!

I contemplated keeping the set for wearing out. However, the material felt too scratchy for me, even after washing it with baking soda in an attempt to soften it. Perhaps it would have softened over time, but I wasn’t patient enough to find out. I’ve since moved on to Quince’s silk pajamas, which are serving me well. (Review of the silk pajamas here.)

Women’s 100% European Linen Scoop Neck Midi Dress

This linen midi dress is the one item I kept. It’s lined, which is why I can wear it. I find this dress quite flattering. I was a bit worried that it would be too long, but it worked well even for a petite person like me. The pleated skirt area hides my tummy pooch, the spaghetti straps are adjustable, and it has pockets! It’s probably not great for someone busty, though. For a more detailed review, please see this post where I styled it for spring.

Men’s 100% European Linen Drawstring Beach Pants

Alright, welcome to the men’s section of this review. These linen pants have a nice relaxed summer look. Vacation vibes, anyone? They feature a drawstring elastic waist, slightly tapered leg, angled front pockets, and patch back pockets with a button each for closure. However, the Mister found these pants too tight on the calf. He ordered his usual size and while the waist fit fine, the leg was not working for him. (The leg opening was about 6.5″ measured flat.) While he’s a runner, I don’t think his calves are especially huge or anything.

Men’s 100% European Linen Pants

These linen pants convey a dressier look. While, like the beach pants, these pants have an elastic waist, there’s also a zip fly with a button closure. There are welt back pockets instead of patch pockets. The leg has a straight cut. Yet, the Mister also found that these were too tight in the calf. He was perplexed as to why they were cut so skinny. These pants look normal on the model, but I’m guessing the male models of Quince have skinny legs?

Men’s 100% European Linen Short Sleeve Shirt

Our impression of this linen shirt was a good one. It’s got an easy fit but doesn’t seem too big. It fit true to size. And at $30, it’s a good deal (as most Quince items tend to be). However, the Mister sent this back. The sleeves were too long on him. But he often finds that this is an issue with American clothing brands for him. If that is not an issue you usually encounter, then this shirt will probably be fine, proportion wise. One small quibble: I wish the buttons were not so bright, as they really stand out on a darker color like navy. The buttons are white in every color.

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