Think back to a long, slow summer: screen doors banging, records spinning on a turntable, an afternoon that stretched on forever. The clothes that went with those days were loose, easy and made for moving around in. A linen wardrobe inspired by the 1960s and 1970s brings back that same relaxed feeling, and the best part is how well a small handful of pieces can work together. Our pieces are new, not vintage, but they are cut with that warm, retro spirit in mind.
Here are ten linen pieces that mix and match into weeks of outfits, plus a few ideas for putting them together.
Start With an Earthy Palette
The secret to a wardrobe that mixes easily is color. Think of the shades you would find on a sun-faded album cover or a desert road trip:
- Rust, a warm, burnt orange that feels like late afternoon light.
- Mustard, a golden yellow that brightens any outfit.
- Olive, a soft green that works almost like a neutral.
- Sand, a pale, natural tone that pairs with everything.
- Sky, a faded blue that cools down the warmer shades.
Choose two or three of these as your base and one or two as accents. Because they all come from the same warm, natural family, nearly every combination looks intentional.
The 10 Pieces
1. The Smock Dress
A smock dress with gathers at the yoke and a full, swingy skirt is the heart of a 70s summer closet. It is easy to throw on, comfortable in the heat, and looks just as right at a farmers market as at an evening barbecue. Try it in rust or mustard.
2. The Pinafore Dress
A pinafore layers over a shirt or tee on cooler mornings and stands on its own when the day warms up. It is a wonderfully practical piece with a sweet, retro shape. Olive or sand keeps it versatile.
3. Wide-Leg Pants
High-waisted, wide-leg linen pants are pure 1970s. They move with you, let air circulate, and pair with nearly every top on this list. A sand or olive pair works as a true wardrobe anchor.
4. The Wrap Skirt
A wrap skirt adjusts to your waist, ties at the side, and flutters when you walk. Wear it long with sandals or tie it with a camp-collar shirt knotted at the waist. Mustard or sky blue makes it a standout.
5. The Camp-Collar Shirt
With its open, flat collar and boxy fit, a camp-collar shirt is a relaxed classic for anyone. Wear it buttoned, open over a tank, or tucked into wide-leg pants. It is one of the most useful pieces you can own.
6. The Chore Jacket
A linen chore jacket with patch pockets is the perfect light layer for breezy evenings and air-conditioned rooms. It tops dresses, skirts and pants equally well. Olive or rust gives it that worn-in, outdoorsy feel.
7. A Simple Tank or Shell Top
Every wardrobe needs an easy base layer. A plain linen tank or sleeveless shell sits under the chore jacket, peeks out from a pinafore, and tucks neatly into a wrap skirt.
8. A Jumpsuit
A linen jumpsuit is a one-and-done outfit with real 70s flair. Belt it at the waist, roll the sleeves, and add the chore jacket when the sun goes down.
9. A Matching Set
A coordinated top and pant or top and skirt set gives you a polished look with zero effort, and you can split the pieces up to wear with everything else on this list.
10. The Kimono
A loose linen kimono floats over a tank and wide-leg pants, a swimsuit at the lake, or a simple dress. It adds movement and a touch of easy, free-spirited style.
Easy Outfit Ideas
- Market morning: sand wide-leg pants, a sky camp-collar shirt, and woven sandals.
- Backyard supper: the rust smock dress with the olive chore jacket over your shoulders.
- Road trip: the olive jumpsuit, sleeves rolled, with the kimono packed for later.
- Lazy Sunday: a mustard wrap skirt with a sand tank and bare feet.
- Cool evening: the pinafore over the camp-collar shirt, finished with the chore jacket.
Tips for Building Your Wardrobe Slowly
You do not need all ten pieces at once. Start with one bottom, one top and one dress in your favorite neutral, then add an accent color and a layer as the season goes on. Linen softens with every wash, so the pieces you buy first will feel even better by the time the rest of your collection catches up.
Fit matters too. Many of these silhouettes are meant to be relaxed, so check measurements before you choose a size. We offer sizes XS through XL plus XXL.
Find Your Pieces
Everything in this list can be found across our collections. Browse dresses for smock and pinafore styles, pants and jumpsuits for wide legs and one-piece looks, skirts for wrap styles, and jackets and kimonos for your light layers. Each piece is sewn in small batches by independent makers. Shipping is a flat $8 per order to any U.S. address, and orders arrive in about 10 days. Pour something cold, put on a record, and start building your slow-summer wardrobe today.