LINTICO MATERIAL GUIDE
A matter of feeling
Weight gives linen its movement—but the right weight is the one that feels right for your life
How linen is measured
GSM stands for grams per square meter. It describes the physical weight of a fabric—not simply its thickness or quality.
Lower GSM fabrics usually feel airier and more fluid. Higher GSM fabrics often offer greater coverage, body and structure. At LINTICO, each weight is selected for the way a garment is intended to move.
GSM
Grams per square meter
Linen by weight
Feels like air moving across the skin.
Open, airy and quick to release heat. Lightweight linen moves freely and feels especially comfortable through warm days, travel and easy layering.
Feels like ease with just enough presence.
Our most versatile balance of breathability, coverage and drape. It feels polished enough for everyday dressing without losing linen's relaxed nature.
Feels like quiet, natural structure.
A denser linen that holds its shape beautifully while retaining the natural breathability of flax. Ideal when you want a more defined silhouette.
Your linen match
Choose the feeling you want. We will point you toward the weight that suits it best.
Your setting
Your preferred feel
A balanced linen with beautiful drape and enough coverage for the many rhythms of everyday life.
Shop your matchBeyond the number
Fabric expressions
| Fabric | Natural feel | Drape | Structure | Best for | Collection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100% Linen | Honest texture, softens with time | Balanced | Medium | An enduring everyday wardrobe | Explore more |
| Undyed Linen | Organic with natural variation | Balanced | Medium | Natural-color dressing | Explore more |
| Yarn-dyed Linen | Dimensional color and texture | Balanced | Medium | Stripes, checks and visual depth | Explore more |
| Cotton Linen | Soft with a familiar hand | Soft | Medium | Easy everyday pieces | Explore more |
| Linen Lyocell | Smoother and more fluid | High | Low | Flowing dresses and tops | Explore more |
A little more clarity
Not necessarily. Higher GSM means more fabric weight and usually more body or coverage. The best weight depends on the season, silhouette and feeling you prefer.
Some light colors and open weaves can be semi-sheer, especially in strong light. Product descriptions should note lining and coverage where relevant.
Lightweight linen under 145 g/m² is designed for maximum airiness. A medium-weight linen can also feel comfortable in summer when you prefer a little more coverage.
Yes. Linen remains naturally breathable, although a denser weave will feel more substantial and allow less immediate airflow than an open lightweight weave.
Fiber quality, yarn, weave, finishing and garment construction all influence softness, drape and texture in addition to the fabric's physical weight.
Find your linen
Thoughtful fibers. Lived-in ease. Linen designed to feel more like you with every wear.
