There’s something about linen that just begs for ease. You want clothes that feel good, move with you, and keep you cool, but still have a little personality. For me, summer style always starts from the bottom up. Whether I'm packing for a quick weekend getaway or just figuring out what to throw on for a walk to the farmers market, I reach for linen pieces that I know will go the distance.
Here are a few of our favorite summer bottoms that check all the boxes: breezy, comfortable, flattering, and just plain fun to wear.
Floods: The Tried-and-True Favorite
You can’t talk about FLAX without talking about our Flood Pants. With their full elastic waist and easy shape, they’ve been a customer favorite for decades, for good reason. They hit at just the right spot on the leg, giving that relaxed capri look that works with everything from tanks to tunics. I’ve worn these for everything from errands to dinner out, and I always feel like myself in them. They're the definition of easygoing.
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Flattering Crop: Capris with Personality
If you love the idea of a shorter pant but want something with a bit more shape and function, the Flattering Crop is a summer standout. It has a capri length with a great silhouette, not too tight, not too wide, and patch pockets that add a bit of cargo-inspired charm. The flat front and elastic back give you the best of both worlds, and the style just feels playful and modern. It’s the pant I didn’t know I needed until I tried it, and now I keep grabbing it.
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Flowy, Beachy Pants for Long Summer Days
When I want something with a little more movement, I gravitate toward styles like the Flat Iron Pant, Carefree Pant, and Flowing Pant. These all have that full-length, swishy vibe that makes you feel like you should be barefoot with a sunhat nearby.
• The Flat Iron Pant has a soft, flattering shape with a wide leg and a knit waistband with a functional drawstring, so it’s as comfortable as it is cute. It has that relaxed, beachy feel but still holds its own when you want to look a little pulled together.
• The Carefree Pant lives up to its name - it’s flowy, forgiving, and has that vacation energy, even if you’re just out for coffee.
• And the Flowing Pant is exactly that: long, lean, and designed to move with you. These are the pants I pack for summer trips when I want something I can dress up or down.
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The Cinched Skirt: A Little Attitude, A Lot of Fun
Sometimes, a skirt is just what the day calls for. The Cinched Skirt is one of my favorite unexpected summer pieces. It’s a little sporty, a little flirty, and a lot of fun. The adjustable ties on the side let you play with the shape, and the knit waistband makes it feel like your softest pair of yoga pants. It looks great with a tee or tank and sandals, but I’ve also seen it styled with a crisp blouse and totally pulled it off. It’s one of those pieces that lets your personality shine through.
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The Shorty: Because Sometimes Less Really Is More
We know not everyone is a “shorts person,” but the Shorty has a way of winning people over. It's a little longer than a traditional short, with just enough room to move comfortably without feeling bulky. Made in breathable linen, it’s the kind of thing you reach for when it’s really hot but you still want to look like you tried. I love it with a tucked-in tank or a breezy button-down - casual, but never careless.
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At FLAX, we’re all about making clothes that work with your life and these bottoms are the summer staples we reach for again and again. Whether you’re a fan of wide legs, easy floods, swingy skirts, or the perfect linen short, there’s something here that feels like you.
Have a favorite summer bottom you can’t stop wearing? We’d love to hear which style you live in this season.