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Breathable School T-Shirts

Find breathable school T-shirts for your student’s everyday wardrobe. Browse the selection of tees for styles they’ll enjoy wearing, and compare sizing, fit and care details on individual product pages to help choose the right ones for the school week.

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Women's Streamside Tee, Short-Sleeve Splitneck
L.L.Bean Women's Streamside Tee, Short-Sleeve Splitneck
A red splitneck tee made from a lightweight, moisture-wicking polyester blend with eco-friendly Bluesign-approved fabric.
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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, Short-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's Everyday SunSmart® Tee, Short-Sleeve
A breathable, moisture-wicking tee in carbon navy with UPF 50+ protection and stretch for ease of movement.
(587)
$44.95 $29.99
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What customers like:
Versatile for various activities
Effective sun protection
Lightweight and breathable
Soft and cozy material
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 gray tee in a stretchy synthetic polyester blend with UPF 50+ sun protection and moisture-wicking.
(391)
$44.95 $29.99
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$44.95 $29.99
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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 camp green, perfect for adventurous kids.
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$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
L.L.Bean Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Shirt, Short-Sleeve, Slightly Fitted Untucked Fit
A blue cotton blend shirt with moisture-wicking fabric, perfect for untucked wear and easy care.
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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® 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 yellow cotton-blend short-sleeve shirt featuring quick-drying, moisture-wicking stretch fabric and hidden collar buttons.
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$69.95 $44.99
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$69.95 $44.99
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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 Bold Coast Lifestyle Tee, Short-Sleeve Graphic
L.L.Bean Men's Bold Coast Lifestyle Tee, Short-Sleeve Graphic
A lightweight gray tee in 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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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 rugged, breathable white short-sleeve shirt in a soft hemp/cotton blend with vintage-inspired patterns.
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$69.95 $39.99
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$69.95 $39.99
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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 Multisport Lifestyle Tee, Short-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's Multisport Lifestyle Tee, Short-Sleeve
A gray short-sleeve tee made from a soft, quick-drying recycled polyester and cotton blend.
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$39.95 $39.95
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$39.95 $39.95
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Kids' Everyday SunSmart® Polo
L.L.Bean Kids' Everyday SunSmart® Polo
A blue 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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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, and eco-friendly fabric.
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$44.95 $19.99
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$44.95 $19.99
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Men's Ultralight Trail Shirt, Short-Sleeve Print
L.L.Bean Men's Ultralight Trail Shirt, Short-Sleeve Print
A lightweight blue short-sleeve shirt made from breathable, quick-drying recycled synthetic blend with extra ventilation.
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$79.95 $54.99
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$79.95 $54.99
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Women's Mountainside Crewneck Tee, Short-Sleeve Stripe
L.L.Bean Women's Mountainside Crewneck Tee, Short-Sleeve Stripe
A super-soft, multi-color cotton blend tee with moisture-wicking drirelease® technology and a relaxed fit.
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$44.95 $29.99
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$44.95 $29.99
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Men's Bean's Access Trail Tee
L.L.Bean Men's Bean's Access Trail Tee
A quick-drying gray tee made from recycled polyester with antimicrobial, wicking, and odor-controlling performance.
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$34.95 $34.95
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$34.95 $34.95
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Men's All-Adventure Shirt
L.L.Bean Men's All-Adventure Shirt
A red, lightweight performance shirt made from an abrasion-resistant organic cotton and recycled polyester blend.
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$69.95 $44.99
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$69.95 $44.99
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Men's Bold Coast Lifestyle Tee, Short-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's Bold Coast Lifestyle Tee, Short-Sleeve
A lightweight yellow tee made from a recycled polyester blend with UPF 50+ sun protection and quick-dry fabric.
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$44.95 $44.95
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$44.95 $44.95
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Women's Streamside Tee, Short-Sleeve Ruched Crew
L.L.Bean Women's Streamside Tee, Short-Sleeve Ruched Crew
A relaxed-fit red tee in a lightweight polyester blend with moisture-wicking, quick-dry fabric and ruched sleeves.
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$44.95 $44.95
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$44.95 $44.95
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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 green cotton-blend shirt featuring quick-drying, moisture-wicking stretch fabric and a hidden glasses wipe.
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$79.95 $79.95
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$79.95 $79.95
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Breathable School T-Shirts

Breathable School T-Shirts belong in the part of the wardrobe that gets reached for again and again—the shirts students pick out before breakfast and pair with their favorite pants on the way out the door. When choosing them, start with the student’s own sense of style as well as the school’s dress requirements. A preferred color, a simple design or a neckline that feels familiar can make the difference between a shirt that stays in the drawer and one that becomes a regular part of the weekly rotation. Breathability is a useful starting point, but the overall fit deserves just as much attention. Look closely at the size chart and any available garment measurements rather than relying on an age or size label alone. Comparing those details with a well-liked T-shirt at home offers a practical reference, especially when shopping for a student whose size seems to change between the first day of school and picture day.

Think about how a T-shirt will work with the rest of a school wardrobe. Some students prefer a closer fit, while others like a little more room through the body and sleeves; neither preference needs to be complicated. Consider shirt length, shoulder placement and the neckline, along with whether the student usually wears tees tucked in or untucked. If a school requires particular colors or limits graphics, checking those details before choosing helps narrow the selection. For students with more freedom to choose, familiar shades can sit alongside a few colors that express their personality. A breathable tee can be the starting point for an outfit with jeans, or it can fit into a school wardrobe built around uniform-approved pants and a cardigan. The aim is a selection that feels like theirs, without making getting dressed another decision-heavy part of a busy morning.

When putting together a school-week rotation, consider the household’s laundry routine and read each shirt’s care instructions before buying. Choosing the number of tees around the days between washes is often more useful than buying a stack all at once, particularly when a student is still deciding which fit they like best. Breathable school T-shirts can also make a thoughtful gift for a child, grandchild or another student in the family when you know their current size, favorite colors and school clothing rules. A quick check with a parent or the student can make that gift feel personal rather than purely practical. Picture the familiar back-to-school scene: a backpack by the door, a schedule on the counter and tomorrow’s clothes set aside. A thoughtfully chosen T-shirt is a small part of that routine, but giving students something they’re happy to put on is a good place to begin.

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