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Breathable Performance Tees

Find your next go-to T-shirt in our selection of breathable performance tees. Compare each tee’s fit, fabric and feature details to choose the option that matches your preferences, with L.L.Bean quality at the heart of the collection.

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Men's Everyday SunSmart® Tee, Short-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's Everyday SunSmart® Tee, Short-Sleeve
A gray polyester-blend tee offering UPF 50+ sun protection, moisture-wicking comfort, and stretch for movement.
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$44.95 $29.99
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Men's Everyday SunSmart® Tee, Short-Sleeve, Logo
L.L.Bean Men's Everyday SunSmart® Tee, Short-Sleeve, Logo
A breathable blue polyester-blend tee offering UPF 50+ sun protection, stretch, and moisture-wicking comfort.
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$44.95 $29.99
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Women's Ribbed Performance Tee, Long-Sleeve Splitneck
L.L.Bean Women's Ribbed Performance Tee, Long-Sleeve Splitneck
A cadet blue, long-sleeve splitneck tee with UPF 50+ and moisture-wicking cotton blend fabric.
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$59.95 $29.99
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$59.95 $29.99
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Women's Everyday SunSmart® Lifestyle Tee, Short-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Women's Everyday SunSmart® Lifestyle Tee, Short-Sleeve
A breathable green polyester-blend tee offering UPF 50+ sun protection, stretch, and moisture-wicking comfort.
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$44.95 $29.99
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Women's Everyday SunSmart® Lifestyle Tee, Short-Sleeve Print
L.L.Bean Women's Everyday SunSmart® Lifestyle Tee, Short-Sleeve Print
A breathable blue polyester-blend tee offering UPF 50+ sun protection and moisture-wicking comfort.
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$49.95 $49.95
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$49.95 $49.95
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Men's Everyday SunSmart® Tee, Long-Sleeve Quarter-Zip
L.L.Bean Men's Everyday SunSmart® Tee, Long-Sleeve Quarter-Zip
A breathable blue polyester-blend quarter-zip tee offering UPF 50+ sun protection and moisture-wicking comfort.
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$64.95 $48.99
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$64.95 $48.99
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Women's Movement Essential Tee, Long-Sleeve Cropped
L.L.Bean Women's Movement Essential Tee, Long-Sleeve Cropped
A shadow green, slightly cropped long-sleeve tee made from a soft, stretchy recycled polyester blend.
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$59.95 $29.99
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Breathable Performance Tees

Breathable Performance Tees bring together an easygoing style and an emphasis on breathability, with plenty of room to find a look that feels like you. A tee may be a simple piece, but the details make choosing one personal: the shape of the neckline, the length of the sleeves, the way the hem sits and how closely the cut follows your body. Start with a favorite tee you already own—the one you reach for without a second thought—and use its measurements as a reference when comparing size charts. Consider whether you prefer a closer silhouette or a little more room through the chest and waist, rather than relying on a size label alone. Product photos and fit descriptions can help you spot those differences and narrow the selection to styles that match your preferences.

When comparing breathable performance tees, let breathability be one part of the decision rather than the only detail that matters. The word “performance” alone doesn’t tell you everything about an individual tee, so read each description for its specific features, sizing and care requirements. Look closely at proportions, too: a sleeve that ends higher on the arm creates a different look from one that reaches toward the elbow, while a straight hem and a curved hem offer distinct silhouettes. If you like an understated wardrobe, a simple neckline and minimal graphics may be a natural fit. If your favorite clothes have a little more personality, explore colors and designs that feel familiar without being identical to what you already own. Picture each option beside your go-to pants or shorts; that small step often makes it easier to choose something you’ll genuinely enjoy wearing.

A breathable performance tee can also make a thoughtful gift when you know a little about the recipient’s style. Think about the shirts they choose most often: perhaps they favor the same quiet shades, always pick a crewneck or prefer a generous cut over a close-fitting one. Those everyday observations are more useful than guessing based on a size alone. When possible, compare measurements with a tee they like, and check the care instructions before making your selection. For your own wardrobe or someone else’s, there’s no need to choose every tee the same way. You might want a familiar silhouette in a different color, or a slightly different shape that still feels true to your style. The best starting point is a clear sense of what you like, followed by a careful look at the details that distinguish one tee from another.

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