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Back To School Shirts

Find back-to-school shirts with classic style to round out your student’s school wardrobe. Explore the selection with their favorite pants, school dress code and personal style in mind to choose shirts that feel like a natural part of their outfits.

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Men's Carefree Unshrinkable Tee, Traditional Fit Short-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's Carefree Unshrinkable Tee, Traditional Fit Short-Sleeve
A red cotton tee that resists wrinkles, shrinking, fading, and pilling for lasting everyday comfort.
(12,867)
$26.95 $26.95
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$26.95 $26.95
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Men's Carefree Unshrinkable Tee, Traditional Fit, Long-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's Carefree Unshrinkable Tee, Traditional Fit, Long-Sleeve
A black, long-sleeve tee made of 100% cotton that resists shrinking, fading, and pilling.
(10,664)
$36.95 $36.95
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What customers like:
No shrinkage
Good length
Warmth
High-quality fabric
Comfortable fit
$36.95 $36.95
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Men's Carefree Unshrinkable Tee with Pocket, Traditional Fit
L.L.Bean Men's Carefree Unshrinkable Tee with Pocket, Traditional Fit
A resilient yellow cotton tee that resists shrinking and fading, offering lasting comfort and durability.
(7,068)
$26.95 $11.99
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What customers like:
Vivid colors
Well-made
Durable
True to size
Comfortable
$26.95 $11.99
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Men's Sunwashed Canvas Shirt, Traditional Fit
L.L.Bean Men's Sunwashed Canvas Shirt, Traditional Fit
A prewashed 100% cotton canvas shirt in bay leaf with a relaxed fit and durable double-needle stitching.
(5,386)
$69.95 $69.95
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What customers like:
High quality
Durable construction
Great color options
Perfect for spring and fall
Comfortable fit
$69.95 $69.95
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Men's Wrinkle-Free Kennebunk Sport Shirt, Traditional Fit Check
L.L.Bean Men's Wrinkle-Free Kennebunk Sport Shirt, Traditional Fit Check
A green check button-down shirt made of wrinkle-free cotton poplin with moisture-wicking TrueCool® fabric.
(4,814)
$69.95 $69.95
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What customers like:
Lightweight and breathable fabric
Attractive classic design
Wrinkle-free and easy care
High quality and durability
Comfortable fit
$69.95 $69.95
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Men's Wrinkle-Free Kennebunk Sport Shirt, Traditional Fit Short-Sleeve Check
L.L.Bean Men's Wrinkle-Free Kennebunk Sport Shirt, Traditional Fit Short-Sleeve Check
A wrinkle-free, 100% cotton poplin shirt in Bering Blue check with moisture-wicking TrueCool® fabric.
(2,628)
$59.95 $59.95
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What customers like:
Generous fit
High quality
Wrinkle-free
Easy to wear
Comfortable fabric
$59.95 $59.95
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Men's Wrinkle-Free Classic Oxford Cloth Shirt, Traditional Fit University Stripe
L.L.Bean Men's Wrinkle-Free Classic Oxford Cloth Shirt, Traditional Fit University Stripe
A wrinkle-free, 100% cotton oxford shirt with a traditional fit and stylish French blue university stripes.
(2,141)
$64.95 $64.95
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What customers like:
High quality
Perfect fit
Wrinkle-free
Classic style
Comfortable
$64.95 $64.95
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Men's Sunwashed Canvas Shirt, Traditional Fit Short-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's Sunwashed Canvas Shirt, Traditional Fit Short-Sleeve
A tan short-sleeve shirt made from 100% cotton canvas, offering a relaxed, broken-in feel.
(1,629)
$59.95 $59.95
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What customers like:
Versatile and stylish
Perfect fit and true to size
Soft and cozy material
Durable and long-lasting
Comfortable to wear
$59.95 $59.95
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Kids' Fleece-Lined Flannel Shirt, Hooded Plaid
L.L.Bean Kids' Fleece-Lined Flannel Shirt, Hooded Plaid
A warm, breathable flannel shirt with a fleece hood, perfect for layering or as a light jacket.
(533)
$69.95 $41.99
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What customers like:
Great fit
Fun colors
High quality
Warmth
Softness
$69.95 $41.99
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Kids' Graphic Tee, Glow-in-the-Dark
L.L.Bean Kids' Graphic Tee, Glow-in-the-Dark
A supersoft cotton tee with glow-in-the-dark graphics and vivid, long-lasting multi-color motifs.
(433)
$29.95 $29.95
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$29.95 $29.95
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Kids' Airlight Full-Zip Hoodie, Colorblock
L.L.Bean Kids' Airlight Full-Zip Hoodie, Colorblock
A colorful, unisex, full-zip hoodie made of 100% polyester with UPF 50+ protection and moisture-wicking properties.
(329)
$59.95 $50.99
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What customers like:
Vibrant color
Functional hood
Lightweight design
Excellent warmth
$59.95 $50.99
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Kids' L.L.Bean x Peanuts Crew Sweatshirt
L.L.Bean Kids' L.L.Bean x Peanuts Crew Sweatshirt
A soft, deep red buffalo sweatshirt featuring Snoopy, made from a durable cotton blend for kids.
(0)
$54.95 $54.95
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$54.95 $54.95
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Men's Stonecoast Hemp Shirt, Long-Sleeve, Slightly Fitted Untucked Fit
L.L.Bean Men's Stonecoast Hemp Shirt, Long-Sleeve, Slightly Fitted Untucked Fit
A blue long-sleeve shirt in a breathable hemp/cotton blend, perfect for untucked casual wear.
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$79.95 $38.99
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$79.95 $38.99
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Men's Sunwashed Tee, Short-Sleeve, Graphic
L.L.Bean Men's Sunwashed Tee, Short-Sleeve, Graphic
A soft, garment-dyed cotton blend tee featuring heritage-inspired graphics and classic crewneck styling.
(0)
$39.95 $24.99
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$39.95 $24.99
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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 tee that resists shrinking, fading, and wrinkles, with a comfortable slightly fitted design.
(0)
$26.95 $26.95
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$26.95 $26.95
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Women's Signature Soft Poplin Shirt
L.L.Bean Women's Signature Soft Poplin Shirt
A versatile white cotton poplin shirt with a relaxed fit and oversized front pockets.
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$99 $34.99
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$99 $34.99
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Kids' L.L.Bean x Peanuts Short-Sleeve Tee
L.L.Bean Kids' L.L.Bean x Peanuts Short-Sleeve Tee
A supersoft, 100% cotton tee featuring Snoopy graphics in marine blue, perfect for adventurous kids.
(0)
$24.95 $24.95
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$24.95 $24.95
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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 pink plaid short-sleeve shirt in a moisture-wicking cotton blend, perfect for untucked wear.
(0)
$64.95 $44.99
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$64.95 $44.99
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Kids' L.L.Bean Comfort Corduroy Shirt
L.L.Bean Kids' L.L.Bean Comfort Corduroy Shirt
An ultrasoft cotton corduroy shirt-jacket in multi-color with two chest pockets for versatile layering.
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$54.95 $26.99
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$54.95 $26.99
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Kids' Everyday SunSmart® Polo
L.L.Bean Kids' Everyday SunSmart® Polo
A purple polyester-blend polo offering UPF 50+ sun protection, moisture-wicking comfort, and quick-dry performance.
(0)
$36.95 $24.99
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$36.95 $24.99
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Men's Madras Shirt, Short-Sleeve, Slightly Fitted Untucked Fit
L.L.Bean Men's Madras Shirt, Short-Sleeve, Slightly Fitted Untucked Fit
A lightweight pink cotton madras shirt featuring vibrant plaid, a curved hem, and a relaxed untucked fit.
(0)
$59.95 $39.99
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$59.95 $39.99
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Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Seersucker Shirt, Short-Sleeve, Slightly Fitted Untucked Fit, Plaid
L.L.Bean Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Seersucker Shirt, Short-Sleeve, Slightly Fitted Untucked Fit, Plaid
A pink plaid seersucker shirt in a cotton-nylon blend with moisture-wicking stretch and hidden collar buttons.
(0)
$54.95 $34.99
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$54.95 $34.99
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Kids' Everyday SunSmart® Polo, Print
L.L.Bean Kids' Everyday SunSmart® Polo, Print
A red striped polo made from a soft, moisture-wicking polyester blend with UPF 50+ sun protection.
(0)
$36.95 $17.99
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$36.95 $17.99
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Kids' Striped Rugby Shirt
L.L.Bean Kids' Striped Rugby Shirt
A relaxed fit kids' rugby shirt in lavender ice, featuring 100% cotton and durable rubber buttons.
(0)
$49.95 $24.99
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$49.95 $24.99
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Back To School Shirts

Back-to-school shirts are part of a familiar beginning: a first-day outfit laid out the night before, a school picture that finds its way onto the refrigerator, and the everyday choices that help students express their own style. A school wardrobe doesn’t have to look the same for everyone. Some students gravitate toward understated colors and simple designs, while others prefer patterns or a favorite shade that stands out in a class photo. The common thread is finding shirts that feel like a natural part of the person wearing them. For younger students, that might mean having a say in the color of an outfit a parent helps select. For older students, it may mean building a wardrobe around a more established sense of style. Back-to-school shopping brings those preferences together with the practical expectations of the school itself. Dress codes can set requirements for collars, graphics, colors, or how shirts are worn, so those details belong alongside personal taste when considering a selection. Even without a uniform requirement, a school may have different expectations for regular classroom days, presentations, and special events. A thoughtfully chosen assortment can reflect those distinctions without making every outfit feel unrelated to the next. Repeating a few favorite colors creates a familiar starting point, while a different pattern or neckline adds variety. Picture the small decisions made beside an open dresser drawer before breakfast: which shirt goes with the pants already chosen, which one matches a student’s mood, and which outfit meets the day’s dress expectations. Those ordinary moments give back-to-school shirts their place in a wardrobe. They’re not simply about the first day. They’re about personal style taking shape across a school year, with room for individual preferences and the routines families share.

The details that distinguish one shirt from another deserve attention beyond the overall look. A neckline, collar, sleeve length, or hem can change how an outfit comes together, and students often have definite preferences about each. One may like a shirt worn tucked in, while another prefers an untucked look when school rules allow it. Someone who likes a more coordinated wardrobe may choose colors that repeat across several outfits; someone else may enjoy making the shirt the most noticeable part of the combination. Fit is another individual consideration rather than a single standard that works for every student. Size names alone don’t tell the whole story, so measurements and the fit information for each shirt provide a more useful basis for comparison. A familiar shirt with a fit the student likes can serve as a reference when reviewing dimensions, particularly length and the placement of the shoulders. For families shopping for more than one child, those preferences may differ even when the children wear similar sizes. Fabric composition and care instructions also belong in the decision, with the individual shirt’s details serving as the source for what it contains and how it should be washed. A school wardrobe becomes part of an existing household laundry routine, whether clothing is sorted throughout the week or gathered into a larger weekend load. Checking the care label before choosing makes those requirements clear without assuming every shirt needs the same treatment. Durability is worth considering, too, but it should be assessed through the construction information supplied for the individual shirt rather than inferred from its appearance. The intended role of a shirt matters just as much: a choice for regular school days may be different from one selected for a particular school event. Within the assortment, Back To School Camp Shirts offer another style direction to explore alongside a student’s preferences and school requirements. The goal is a selection that makes sense as part of the wardrobe already at home, not a collection of outfits that each need an entirely different set of companions.

Back-to-school shirts can also mark the small milestones that surround a return to the classroom. There’s the student heading into a different school building, the younger sibling eager to make an independent choice, and the teenager whose taste has changed since the last school photo. Clothing is only one part of those transitions, but choosing it together can give families a chance to listen to what matters to each student. A parent may be thinking about dress requirements and laundry instructions while a child is focused on a particular pattern. Both perspectives have a place in the final choice. Starting with what a student already enjoys wearing keeps the selection grounded in real preferences rather than an imagined version of a school wardrobe. The favorite shirt that gets chosen for picture day, for example, can reveal more about someone’s style than a broad age-based suggestion. Existing pants and other wardrobe pieces provide useful context as well, especially when a student likes having a few familiar outfit combinations. For relatives considering a back-to-school gift, a shirt can be a personal choice when the recipient’s size, preferred fit, and school clothing rules are known. Asking a parent or student about those details helps keep the gesture focused on the recipient rather than the giver’s taste. A gift selected in a familiar color can acknowledge a student’s preferences without requiring a whole new outfit around it. Across all these situations, the strongest choices leave room for individuality. Siblings don’t need matching wardrobes, classmates don’t need the same look, and a student’s preferences don’t have to remain fixed from one school year to the next. A mix of familiar designs and a few different choices can reflect that gradual change. Back-to-school shirts belong to the everyday side of these milestones: the outfit chosen for meeting a teacher, the shirt in a first-day snapshot, and the selections folded back into the drawer after laundry. Thoughtful details, clear product information, and attention to the person wearing the shirt give that everyday wardrobe a more personal foundation.
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