By now you may be aware that I turn to trousers on repeat, and when the warmest summer days roll around I find myself hanging up my trusty denim and turning to the one trousers style that will keep me cool and put together on the hottest days: linen trousers. A hero of the new season, linen trousers come in many forms, and as a more discerning trouser wearer, I like to put these things to the test. I’ve tried on plenty of high-street styles already, but after spotting so many fashion people turning to Reformation’s Olina linen trousers, I figured it high time I saw for myself what the fuss was all about.

Reformation is known for many things. Excellent dresses, stellar accessories, and of course beloved trousers, so it made sense to turn to the brand that created the iconic Mason Pant for my new summer trousers. Plus, the brand’s best pieces come in petite and extended sizes. When it comes to tailored styles, I know Reformation gets it right, and the red Alex Linen pants are a pair I currently have my eye on. But when it comes to relaxed styles, this is what sets the great brands apart from the good. Turning to the Olina linen pants, these feature a more relaxed drawstring style with a sense of ease that I’m calling for this summertime.