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Breathable Short Sleeve Shirts

Find breathable short sleeve shirts with timeless, outdoors-inspired style. Browse the selection and check each shirt’s fit, fabric and care details to choose the right match for your wardrobe and preferences.

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Men's Premium Double L® Polo, Banded Short-Sleeve Without Pocket
L.L.Bean Men's Premium Double L® Polo, Banded Short-Sleeve Without Pocket
A super-soft, all-cotton green polo that resists wrinkles, fading, shrinking, and pilling.
(8,093)
$44.95 $44.95
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What customers like:
High quality
Nice looking
Softness
Durability
Comfortable fit
$44.95 $44.95
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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, nautical blue check shirt made from 100% cotton poplin with moisture-wicking TrueCool® fabric.
(2,628)
$59.95 $59.95
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What customers like:
Great fit
High quality
Wrinkle-free
Comfortable
Nice color
$59.95 $59.95
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Women's Pima Cotton Tee, Short-Sleeve Crewneck
L.L.Bean Women's Pima Cotton Tee, Short-Sleeve Crewneck
A slightly fitted, raven blue crewneck tee made from luxurious, durable 100% American-grown Supima® cotton.
(9,174)
$26.95 $26.95
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What customers like:
High quality
True to size
Durable material
Soft fabric
Comfortable fit
$26.95 $26.95
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Women's Pima Cotton Shaped V-Neck, Short-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Women's Pima Cotton Shaped V-Neck, Short-Sleeve
A slightly fitted V-neck tee in raven blue, made from 100% American-grown Supima® cotton.
(5,787)
$26.95 $26.95
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What customers like:
High quality
Perfect fit
Softness
Comfortable
Beautiful color
$26.95 $26.95
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Women's Streamside Tee, Short-Sleeve Splitneck Print
L.L.Bean Women's Streamside Tee, Short-Sleeve Splitneck Print
A lightweight green splitneck tee in a soft polyester blend that wicks moisture and dries quickly.
(2,268)
$54.95 $24.99
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$54.95 $24.99
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Women's Vacationland Seersucker Shirt, Short-Sleeve Popover Stripe
L.L.Bean Women's Vacationland Seersucker Shirt, Short-Sleeve Popover Stripe
A relaxed-fit, 100% cotton seersucker shirt in white with a deep button-front placket and side slits.
(2,243)
$49.95 $29.99
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What customers like:
Cool for summer
Lightweight fabric
Well-made
Comfortable fit
Flattering style
$49.95 $29.99
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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 cotton oxford shirt in French blue stripes with a relaxed traditional fit.
(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 Tropics Shirt, Short-Sleeve Print
L.L.Bean Men's Tropics Shirt, Short-Sleeve Print
A green, 100% cotton tropical shirt with a relaxed fit and weathered look for ultimate comfort.
(2,027)
$54.95 $54.95
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What customers like:
Great color and pattern
Durable quality
Versatile style
Cool and lightweight
Comfortable fit
$54.95 $54.95
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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 soft, tan cotton canvas shirt with a relaxed fit, durable stitching, and button-flap pockets.
(1,629)
$59.95 $59.95
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What customers like:
Perfect fit
Durable and sturdy
Versatile style
Comfortable to wear
Soft fabric
$59.95 $59.95
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Women's Soft Stretch Supima-Blend Tee, Crewneck Short-Sleeve Striped
L.L.Bean Women's Soft Stretch Supima-Blend Tee, Crewneck Short-Sleeve Striped
A beautifully soft, slightly fitted crewneck tee in a Supima cotton blend, perfect for layering or wearing alone.
(1,327)
$44.95 $44.95
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What customers like:
Perfect fit
Great quality
Softness
Comfortable
Bright colors
$44.95 $44.95
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Women's Streamside Tee, Short-Sleeve Splitneck
L.L.Bean Women's Streamside Tee, Short-Sleeve Splitneck
A green splitneck tee in a soft polyester blend that wicks moisture and dries quickly.
(1,310)
$49.95 $29.99
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What customers like:
Lightweight and cool
Soft, quick-drying fabric
Versatile for work and casual wear
Comfortable fit
Attractive colors and prints
$49.95 $29.99
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Women's Soft Stretch Supima-Blend Tee, Crewneck Short-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Women's Soft Stretch Supima-Blend Tee, Crewneck Short-Sleeve
A beautifully soft, slightly fitted crewneck tee in dark black Supima cotton blend with just-right stretch.
(1,143)
$39.95 $39.95
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What customers like:
Washes well
High quality
True to size
Soft fabric
Comfortable fit
$39.95 $39.95
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Men's Comfort Stretch® Chambray Shirt, Traditional Untucked Fit, Short-Sleeve, Plaid
L.L.Bean Men's Comfort Stretch® Chambray Shirt, Traditional Untucked Fit, Short-Sleeve, Plaid
A gray plaid short-sleeve chambray shirt in a breathable cotton blend with built-in stretch.
(845)
$59.95 $39.99
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$59.95 $39.99
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Men's SunSmart® Cool Weave Shirt Short-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's SunSmart® Cool Weave Shirt Short-Sleeve
A green, lightweight, short-sleeve shirt offering UPF 50+ protection and moisture-wicking, quick-dry performance.
(600)
$59.95 $34.99
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What customers like:
Cool-looking design
Excellent for summer
True to size
Good quality material
Comfortable fit
$59.95 $34.99
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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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Women's Tropicwear Shirt, Short-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Women's Tropicwear Shirt, Short-Sleeve
A purple short-sleeve shirt with UPF 50+ protection, built-in stretch, and wrinkle-free fabric.
(557)
$69.95 $44.99
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What customers like:
Lightweight and breathable
Perfect for hot days
Great color and quality
Wrinkle-free fabric
Comfortable fit
$69.95 $44.99
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Men's Tropicwear Shirt, Short-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's Tropicwear Shirt, Short-Sleeve
A short-sleeve shirt in dusty sage with UPF 50+ protection, built-in stretch, and excellent venting.
(461)
$69.95 $69.95
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What customers like:
High quality
Attractive appearance
Durable fabric
Easy to wash
Comfortable fit
$69.95 $69.95
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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, moisture-wicking tee with UPF 50+ protection, made from a stretchy polyester blend in Sea Green Mountain Sky.
(391)
$44.95 $24.99
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$44.95 $24.99
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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
An iron blue, short-sleeve swim shirt with UPF 50+ protection and moisture-wicking, quick-drying fabric.
(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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Women's Tropicwear Shirt, Short-Sleeve Print
L.L.Bean Women's Tropicwear Shirt, Short-Sleeve Print
A pink short-sleeve shirt with UPF 50+, featuring moisture-wicking, wrinkle-resistant fabric and fish print.
(314)
$74.95 $49.99
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What customers like:
Washes well
Perfect for summer
Fun print
Lightweight
Comfortable fit
$74.95 $49.99
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Women's Tropicwear Shirt, Plaid Short-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Women's Tropicwear Shirt, Plaid Short-Sleeve
A blue plaid short-sleeve shirt with UPF 50+ protection and built-in stretch for comfort.
(314)
$74.95 $49.99
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What customers like:
Great fit
Perfect for summer
Good quality
Comfortable feel
Sharp look
$74.95 $49.99
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Men's Comfort Stretch Chambray Shirt, Traditional Untucked Fit, Short-Sleeve, Stripe
L.L.Bean Men's Comfort Stretch Chambray Shirt, Traditional Untucked Fit, Short-Sleeve, Stripe
A breathable red cotton-blend chambray shirt with built-in stretch and a relaxed, untucked fit.
(294)
$59.95 $39.99
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$59.95 $39.99
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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 versatile white oxford shirt with moisture-wicking TrueCool® fabric, designed for untucked wear and easy movement.
(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 Technical Fishing Graphic Tees, Short-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's Technical Fishing Graphic Tees, Short-Sleeve
A super-comfortable, slightly fitted tee with fun fishing graphics, made from a 60/40 polyester-cotton blend.
(190)
$29.95 $29.95
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What customers like:
Great fit
Comfortable cotton material
Attractive fishing graphic
True to size
Very breathable
$29.95 $29.95
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Breathable Short Sleeve Shirts

Breathable Short Sleeve Shirts bring together an easygoing look and a feature worth considering when choosing your next shirt: breathability. Finding the right one starts with the details you notice every time you get dressed—the shape of the neckline, where the sleeves fall, and how the shirt sits at the shoulders. A familiar crewneck offers a simple, understated look, while a collar or button-front style gives you a different way to round out your wardrobe. As you browse, consider whether you prefer a clean, solid color, a subtle stripe, or a more expressive pattern. There’s value in choosing something that feels like you, whether that means another shirt in a favorite shade or a print that adds a little variety alongside the classics you already own.

Fit deserves as much attention as color and style. Short sleeves can fall at different points on the upper arm, and small differences in sleeve opening, body width, and hem length can noticeably change a shirt’s proportions. For a useful starting point, take a shirt you already enjoy wearing, lay it flat, and compare its measurements with the sizing information provided. Look at the fit description, too, rather than relying on the size label alone. If you prefer a little room through the body, pay attention to the cut; choosing a larger size may also change the shoulder placement and overall length. Product descriptions can help you compare breathability, but that feature alone doesn’t tell you everything about how a shirt will feel or fit. Check each listing for the construction details and care instructions that matter to you, especially if you have a well-established laundry routine.

When narrowing down your choices, picture each shirt alongside what’s already in the closet: a favorite pair of pants, familiar shorts, or the colors you find yourself reaching for most often. That simple comparison can make the decision more personal than choosing by appearance alone. Breathable short sleeve shirts can also make a thoughtful gift when you know someone’s preferred fit and style. Think of the person who always chooses a collared shirt, the relative whose wardrobe is full of quiet blues and greens, or the friend who rarely passes up a good stripe. Those familiar preferences are useful clues. Confirm their size and check the care requirements before settling on a choice. The goal is a shirt that reflects their taste, with details they’ll appreciate long after the wrapping is put away.

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