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Athletic Fit Shirts

Find athletic fit shirts for a more tailored silhouette than a relaxed cut. Explore the selection for a style that suits you, and check each shirt’s size and fit details to compare cuts and choose your size.

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Men's Wrinkle-Free Kennebunk Sport Shirt, Slightly Fitted, Check
L.L.Bean Men's Wrinkle-Free Kennebunk Sport Shirt, Slightly Fitted, Check
A blue cotton check sport shirt with wrinkle-free performance, moisture-wicking TrueCool® fabric and a button-down collar.
(1,619)
$69.95 $69.95
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What customers like:
Flattering fit
Good quality
Wrinkle-free
Versatile style
Comfortable
$69.95 $69.95
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Men's Swift River Cooling Sun Shirt, Short-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's Swift River Cooling Sun Shirt, Short-Sleeve
A blue short-sleeve swim shirt in stretchy polyester-spandex with UPF 50+ sun protection and quick-drying comfort.
(338)
$49.95 $29.99
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What customers like:
High quality
True to size
Quick-drying
Soft fabric
Comfortable fit
$49.95 $29.99
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Men's Comfort Stretch® Oxford Shirt, Slightly Fitted
L.L.Bean Men's Comfort Stretch® Oxford Shirt, Slightly Fitted
A red cotton-blend oxford shirt with stretch, moisture-wicking performance, and an untucked-friendly hem.
(251)
$74.95 $44.99
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What customers like:
High material quality
Well-made construction
Attractive appearance
Cute print
Comfortable fit
$74.95 $44.99
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Men's Stonecoast Hemp Shirt, Slightly Fitted, Short-Sleeve, Stripe
L.L.Bean Men's Stonecoast Hemp Shirt, Slightly Fitted, Short-Sleeve, Stripe
A gray striped short-sleeve shirt in a breathable hemp-cotton blend with stretch, designed for untucked wear.
(0)
$64.95 $44.99
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$64.95 $44.99
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Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Shirt, Slightly Fitted, Short-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Shirt, Slightly Fitted, Short-Sleeve
A green short-sleeve shirt in stretch cotton-blend poplin that wicks moisture and dries quickly.
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$59.95 $29.99
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$59.95 $29.99
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Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Button-Front Knit Shirt
L.L.Bean Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Button-Front Knit Shirt
A blue knit button-front shirt in Pima cotton blend that wicks moisture and dries quickly.
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$89.95 $74.99
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$89.95 $74.99
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Men's Swift River Cooling Sun Shirt, Short-Sleeve Graphic
L.L.Bean Men's Swift River Cooling Sun Shirt, Short-Sleeve Graphic
A blue men's swim shirt in quick-drying polyester-spandex with UPF 50+, moisture-wicking performance and flatlock seams.
(0)
$54.95 $34.99
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$54.95 $34.99
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Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Shirt, Slightly Fitted, Long-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Shirt, Slightly Fitted, Long-Sleeve
A long-sleeve orange shirt in moisture-wicking, quick-drying cotton-blend stretch fabric with a slightly fitted silhouette.
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$74.95 $49.99
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$74.95 $49.99
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Men's Stonecoast Hemp Shirt, Slightly Fitted, Long-Sleeve, Stripe
L.L.Bean Men's Stonecoast Hemp Shirt, Slightly Fitted, Long-Sleeve, Stripe
A gray striped button-down shirt in a soft, durable hemp-cotton blend with comfortable stretch.
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$79.95 $44.99
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$79.95 $44.99
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Men's Ridgeknit Pullover, Crewneck
L.L.Bean Men's Ridgeknit Pullover, Crewneck
A gray men's synthetic-blend pullover with four-way stretch, moisture-wicking fabric, UPF 50+, and zippered security pocket.
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$89.95 $49.99
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$89.95 $49.99
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Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Party Polo, Slightly Fitted, Short-Sleeve, Print
L.L.Bean Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Party Polo, Slightly Fitted, Short-Sleeve, Print
A white short-sleeve polo with lightweight stretch fabric, UPF 50+ sun protection, moisture-wicking and quick-drying performance.
(0)
$59.95 $49.99
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$59.95 $49.99
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Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Shirt, Slightly Fitted, Long-Sleeve, Print
L.L.Bean Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Shirt, Slightly Fitted, Long-Sleeve, Print
A blue cotton-blend performance shirt with moisture-wicking stretch fabric, quick-drying comfort, and a hidden glasses-cleaning wipe.
(0)
$79.95 $79.95
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$79.95 $79.95
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Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Polo, Slightly Fitted, Long-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Polo, Slightly Fitted, Long-Sleeve
A red long-sleeve polo in a lightweight Pima cotton blend with moisture-wicking, quick-drying comfort.
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$59.95 $44.99
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$59.95 $44.99
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Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Chambray Shirt, Slightly Fitted, Long-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Chambray Shirt, Slightly Fitted, Long-Sleeve
A blue men’s chambray shirt with moisture-wicking stretch fabric, quick-drying performance, and a slightly fitted design.
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$64.95 $64.95
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$64.95 $64.95
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Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Shirt, Slightly Fitted, Short-Sleeve, Print
L.L.Bean Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Shirt, Slightly Fitted, Short-Sleeve, Print
A blue printed short-sleeve performance shirt in lightweight, moisture-wicking, quick-drying stretch cotton blend.
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$69.95 $69.95
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$69.95 $69.95
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Men's Performance Waffle Shirt Jac
L.L.Bean Men's Performance Waffle Shirt Jac
A green men’s shirt jacket in moisture-wicking recycled polyester with waffle texture and zippered hand pockets.
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$110 $44.99
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$110 $44.99
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Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Chambray Shirt, Slightly Fitted, Long-Sleeve, Plaid
L.L.Bean Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Chambray Shirt, Slightly Fitted, Long-Sleeve, Plaid
A green plaid long-sleeve shirt in stretch cotton blend with moisture-wicking, quick-drying performance fabric.
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$64.95 $44.99
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$64.95 $44.99
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Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Shirt, Slightly Fitted, Long-Sleeve, Plaid
L.L.Bean Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Shirt, Slightly Fitted, Long-Sleeve, Plaid
A blue plaid men's shirt in lightweight cotton-blend stretch fabric with moisture-wicking, quick-drying performance.
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$74.95 $74.95
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$74.95 $74.95
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Men's Wrinkle-Free Kennebunk Sport Shirt, Slim Fit, Check
L.L.Bean Men's Wrinkle-Free Kennebunk Sport Shirt, Slim Fit, Check
A white cotton sport shirt with a slim fit, wrinkle-free performance, moisture-wicking fabric, and button-down collar.
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$59.95 $59.95
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$59.95 $59.95
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Men's Carefree Unshrinkable Tee, Slightly Fitted, Short-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's Carefree Unshrinkable Tee, Slightly Fitted, Short-Sleeve
A red cotton T-shirt with short sleeves and a slightly fitted, unshrinkable design.
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$26.95 $26.95
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$26.95 $26.95
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Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Chambray Shirt, Slightly Fitted, Short-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Chambray Shirt, Slightly Fitted, Short-Sleeve
A green short-sleeve chambray shirt in stretchy cotton blend that wicks moisture and dries quickly.
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$54.95 $54.95
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$54.95 $54.95
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Men's 1933 Chamois Cloth Shirt, Slim Fit, Print
L.L.Bean Men's 1933 Chamois Cloth Shirt, Slim Fit, Print
A brown slim-fit chamois flannel shirt with exclusive prints, brushed softness, and a shorter untucked hem.
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$79.95 $79.95
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$79.95 $79.95
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Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Shirt, Slightly Fitted, Short-Sleeve, Plaid
L.L.Bean Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Shirt, Slightly Fitted, Short-Sleeve, Plaid
A blue plaid short-sleeve shirt in quick-drying, moisture-wicking cotton-blend stretch fabric, with a slightly fitted silhouette.
(0)
$64.95 $64.95
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$64.95 $64.95
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Athletic Fit Shirts

Athletic Fit Shirts offer a starting point for finding a shape that feels more in step with your personal style. If you prefer a defined silhouette rather than a generous, relaxed cut, pay close attention to how each shirt’s fit is described. “Athletic fit” isn’t a single set of measurements, and proportions can vary from one design to another. Start with the size chart, then look at any details about room through the shoulders and chest, shaping at the waist, and overall length. A useful reference is already in your closet: the shirt you reach for because you like the way it fits. Lay it flat and compare its measurements with the information provided, making sure you’re measuring the same way. That familiar favorite can tell you more about your preferences than a size label alone, especially when you’re deciding between two sizes or trying a different cut.

The appeal of an athletic fit is in the proportions, but the smaller style choices deserve just as much attention. Consider the neckline or collar shape you enjoy wearing, where you like a sleeve to end, and whether you prefer a straight-looking outline or more definition through the middle. Shirt length matters, too; compare it with a favorite rather than relying only on how it looks in a photograph. There’s no need to choose a closer fit than you actually like just because of the name. The right choice should reflect your preferences, not a particular body type or a rule about how a shirt ought to look. When comparing colors and patterns, picture the pieces you already own. A familiar shade can make a new shirt feel like part of your wardrobe from the start, while a different pattern offers a simple way to add variety without changing the silhouette you know you like.

Athletic Fit Shirts can also be a thoughtful gift for someone whose clothing preferences you know well. The best clues are often ordinary ones: a favorite shirt neatly folded at the top of the drawer, a color they choose repeatedly, or a comment about wanting less extra room around the waist. Use those details as a starting point, and check both size and fit rather than assuming their usual size will translate exactly. If you’re choosing for yourself, take the same considered approach. Think about what you appreciate in your current shirts and what you’d change—perhaps the length, the shoulder proportions, or the amount of shaping. Comparing those details across the selection helps you narrow the choices to shirts that feel true to your style, with the familiar appeal of something you chose carefully and will be glad to see in your closet.

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