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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 nautical blue, wrinkle-free cotton shirt with moisture-wicking TrueCool® fabric and a slightly fitted check pattern.
(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 Signature Waffle Crew
L.L.Bean Men's Signature Waffle Crew
A slim-fitting red crewneck pullover made from breathable, waffle-knit cotton with rib-knit neck and cuffs.
(692)
$89 $74.99
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$89 $74.99
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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 high-performance, quick-drying swim shirt with UPF 50+ protection and anti-microbial fabric in carbon navy.
(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 Untucked Fit
L.L.Bean Men's Comfort Stretch® Oxford Shirt, Slightly Fitted Untucked Fit
A white cotton blend oxford shirt with moisture-wicking TrueCool® fabric and a slightly fitted untucked fit.
(251)
$74.95 $54.99
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What customers like:
Good appearance
High material quality
Well-made
Cute print
Comfortable
$74.95 $54.99
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Men's Comfort Stretch® Chambray Shirt, Slightly Fitted Untucked Fit, Short-Sleeve, Plaid
L.L.Bean Men's Comfort Stretch® Chambray Shirt, Slightly Fitted Untucked Fit, Short-Sleeve, Plaid
A vintage indigo plaid chambray shirt with built-in stretch, moisture-wicking cotton blend, and untucked fit.
(0)
$59.95 $39.99
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$59.95 $39.99
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Men's Stonecoast Hemp Shirt, Short-Sleeve, Slightly Fitted Untucked Fit, Stripe
L.L.Bean Men's Stonecoast Hemp Shirt, Short-Sleeve, Slightly Fitted Untucked Fit, Stripe
A rugged gray short-sleeve shirt in a soft, breathable hemp/cotton blend with a slightly fitted untucked fit.
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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, Long-Sleeve, Slightly Fitted Untucked Fit, Print
L.L.Bean Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Shirt, Long-Sleeve, Slightly Fitted Untucked Fit, Print
A blue cotton-blend shirt featuring quick-drying, moisture-wicking stretch fabric and a slightly fitted untucked fit.
(0)
$79.95 $59.99
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$79.95 $59.99
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Men's Stonecoast Hemp Shirt, Long-Sleeve, Slightly Fitted Untucked Fit, Stripe
L.L.Bean Men's Stonecoast Hemp Shirt, Long-Sleeve, Slightly Fitted Untucked Fit, Stripe
A slightly fitted, untucked cotton blend shirt in silver birch with a stylish stripe pattern.
(0)
$79.95 $59.99
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$79.95 $59.99
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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, slightly fitted polo in lightweight, quick-dry polyester with moisture wicking and UPF 50+ sun protection.
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$59.95 $49.99
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$59.95 $49.99
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Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Polo, Long-Sleeve, Slightly Fitted
L.L.Bean Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Polo, Long-Sleeve, Slightly Fitted
A lightweight red polo shirt in a moisture-wicking Pima cotton blend with a slightly fitted design.
(0)
$59.95 $44.99
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$59.95 $44.99
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Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Seersucker Shirt, Short-Sleeve, Slightly Fitted Untucked Fit, Stripe
L.L.Bean Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Seersucker Shirt, Short-Sleeve, Slightly Fitted Untucked Fit, Stripe
A blue seersucker cotton blend shirt with moisture-wicking stretch fabric and a slightly fitted untucked fit.
(0)
$54.95 $54.95
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$54.95 $54.95
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Men's Stonecoast Hemp Shirt, Short-Sleeve, Slightly Fitted Untucked Fit, Print
L.L.Bean Men's Stonecoast Hemp Shirt, Short-Sleeve, Slightly Fitted Untucked Fit, Print
A blue short-sleeve shirt in a breathable hemp/cotton blend with a slightly fitted untucked fit.
(0)
$69.95 $39.99
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$69.95 $39.99
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Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Shirt, Long-Sleeve, Slightly Fitted Untucked Fit
L.L.Bean Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Shirt, Long-Sleeve, Slightly Fitted Untucked Fit
A lightweight orange cotton-blend shirt with moisture-wicking stretch fabric and a hidden glasses wipe.
(0)
$74.95 $49.99
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$74.95 $49.99
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Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Shirt, Long-Sleeve, Slightly Fitted Untucked Fit, Plaid
L.L.Bean Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Shirt, Long-Sleeve, Slightly Fitted Untucked Fit, Plaid
A blue plaid shirt with moisture-wicking stretch fabric, perfect for untucked wear and easy care.
(0)
$74.95 $59.99
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$74.95 $59.99
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Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Shirt, Short-Sleeve, Slightly Fitted Untucked Fit, Print
L.L.Bean Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Shirt, Short-Sleeve, Slightly Fitted Untucked Fit, Print
A blue cotton-blend short-sleeve shirt with moisture-wicking stretch fabric and a slightly fitted untucked fit.
(0)
$69.95 $44.99
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$69.95 $44.99
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Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Shirt, Short-Sleeve, Slightly Fitted Untucked Fit, Plaid
L.L.Bean Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Shirt, Short-Sleeve, Slightly Fitted Untucked Fit, Plaid
A blue plaid short-sleeve shirt in lightweight, moisture-wicking cotton blend with a slightly fitted untucked fit.
(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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