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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 breathable blue tee offering UPF 50+ protection with moisture-wicking, quick-dry performance and stretch.
(587)
$44.95 $29.99
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What customers like:
Effective sun protection
Lightweight and breathable
Soft and cozy material
Versatile and well-made
Comfortable fit
$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 yellow tee in a stretchy polyester blend with UPF 50+ sun protection and moisture-wicking performance.
(391)
$44.95 $29.99
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$44.95 $29.99
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Men's Technical Fishing Graphic Tees, Short-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's Technical Fishing Graphic Tees, Short-Sleeve
A comfortable blue tee with fun fishing graphics, made from a breathable polyester-cotton blend.
(190)
$29.95 $21.99
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What customers like:
Great fit
Comfortable cotton material
Fun fishing graphic
True to size
Very breathable
$29.95 $21.99
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Men's Bean's Access Trail Tee, Long-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's Bean's Access Trail Tee, Long-Sleeve
A gray long-sleeve tee made from recycled polyester, featuring quick-drying, wicking, and antimicrobial performance.
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$39.95 $29.99
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$39.95 $29.99
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Kids' Everyday SunSmart® Hooded Tee, Long-Sleeve Stripe
L.L.Bean Kids' Everyday SunSmart® Hooded Tee, Long-Sleeve Stripe
A soft, breathable red striped hooded tee in a polyester blend with UPF 50+ sun protection.
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$49.95 $24.99
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$49.95 $24.99
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Men's Ultralight Trail Shirt, Short-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's Ultralight Trail Shirt, Short-Sleeve
A lightweight green synthetic shirt with perforated ventilation, moisture-wicking fabric, and a zippered chest pocket.
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$74.95 $59.99
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$74.95 $59.99
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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.
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$36.95 $24.99
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$36.95 $24.99
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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 quarter-zip tee offering UPF 50+ protection and moisture-wicking polyester blend comfort.
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$64.95 $48.99
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$64.95 $48.99
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Kids' Everyday SunSmart® Polo, Print
L.L.Bean Kids' Everyday SunSmart® Polo, Print
A soft, breathable red striped polo in a moisture-wicking polyester blend with UPF 50+ sun protection.
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$36.95 $17.99
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$36.95 $17.99
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Men's Hunter's Graphic Tee
L.L.Bean Men's Hunter's Graphic Tee
A green cotton-blend tee featuring hunting-inspired graphics, with moisture-wicking, quick-drying performance fabric.
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$29.95 $29.95
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$29.95 $29.95
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Men's Everyday SunSmart® Tee, Long-Sleeve Quarter-Zip Stripe
L.L.Bean Men's Everyday SunSmart® Tee, Long-Sleeve Quarter-Zip Stripe
A breathable blue polyester-blend tee with UPF 50+ sun protection, moisture-wicking, and stretch comfort.
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$69.95 $49.99
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$69.95 $49.99
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Men's SunSmart Comfort Crew, Long Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's SunSmart Comfort Crew, Long Sleeve
A breathable blue crewneck tee with UPF 50+ sun protection, moisture-wicking stretch fabric, and thumbholes.
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$49.95 $41.99
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$49.95 $41.99
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Toddlers' Everyday SunSmart® Tee, Long-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Toddlers' Everyday SunSmart® Tee, Long-Sleeve
A soft, breathable long-sleeve tee in Wild Aster Rainbow with UPF 50+ protection for active toddlers.
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$36.95 $12.99
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$36.95 $12.99
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Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Party Polo, Slightly Fitted, Short-Sleeve, Stripe
L.L.Bean Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Party Polo, Slightly Fitted, Short-Sleeve, Stripe
A green striped polo made from a breathable cotton blend with moisture-wicking, quick-dry, and UPF 50+ protection.
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$59.95 $49.99
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$59.95 $49.99
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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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$59.95 $29.99
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Kids' L.L.Bean Trail Tee
L.L.Bean Kids' L.L.Bean Trail Tee
A lightweight blue tee made from 100% recycled polyester with moisture-wicking, anti-microbial, Bluesign®-approved fabric.
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$44.95 $19.99
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$44.95 $19.99
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Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Pima Tee, Long-Sleeve Henley
L.L.Bean Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Pima Tee, Long-Sleeve Henley
A lightweight gray long-sleeve henley made from a quick-dry Pima cotton blend with UPF 30 protection.
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$79.95 $64.99
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$79.95 $64.99
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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 blue polyester-blend tee offering UPF 50+ sun protection and moisture-wicking comfort.
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$44.95 $44.95
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$44.95 $44.95
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Men's Bold Coast Lifestyle Tee, Short-Sleeve Graphic
L.L.Bean Men's Bold Coast Lifestyle Tee, Short-Sleeve Graphic
A lightweight gray tee made from a recycled polyester blend, offering UPF 50+ sun protection and quick-drying comfort.
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$49.95 $29.99
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$49.95 $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, stretch, and quick-dry performance.
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$44.95 $37.99
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$44.95 $37.99
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Men's Lakewashed Performance Shirts, Button-Front Shirt, Short-Sleeve, Print
L.L.Bean Men's Lakewashed Performance Shirts, Button-Front Shirt, Short-Sleeve, Print
A versatile blue short-sleeve shirt with moisture-wicking, stretch, and UPF 50+ protection.
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$64.95 $54.99
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$64.95 $54.99
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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 tee with UPF 50+ and moisture-wicking cotton blend for versatile wear.
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$59.95 $24.99
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$59.95 $24.99
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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 lightweight, moisture-wicking multi-color polo in a breathable cotton blend with UPF 50+ sun protection.
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$59.95 $59.95
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$59.95 $59.95
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Men's Multisport Lifestyle Tee, Short-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's Multisport Lifestyle Tee, Short-Sleeve
A quick-drying, moisture-wicking black tee made from a soft recycled polyester and cotton blend.
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$39.95 $29.99
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$39.95 $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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