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Comfortable Summer Shorts

Find comfortable summer shorts that fit your style, with versatile options to round out your summer wardrobe. Compare each pair’s length, fit and design details to choose the shorts that feel right for you.

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Men's Tropic-Weight Cargo Shorts, Comfort Waist, 10"
L.L.Bean Men's Tropic-Weight Cargo Shorts, Comfort Waist, 10"
A breathable green cotton short with elastic waist and secure cargo pockets for comfortable summer days.
(3,006)
$54.95 $54.95
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What customers like:
High quality
Durable fabric
Lightweight material
Deep pockets
Comfortable fit
$54.95 $54.95
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Men's Tropic-Weight Cargo Shorts, Comfort Waist, 6"
L.L.Bean Men's Tropic-Weight Cargo Shorts, Comfort Waist, 6"
A tan, lightweight, breathable 100% cotton shorts with an elastic comfort waist and multiple secure pockets.
(2,011)
$54.95 $54.95
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What customers like:
Lightweight fabric
Durable quality
Versatile style
Ample pockets
Comfortable fit
$54.95 $54.95
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Men's L.L.Bean Allagash Cargo Shorts, 10"
L.L.Bean Men's L.L.Bean Allagash Cargo Shorts, 10"
A rugged green cotton canvas short with gusseted comfort, triple-needle stitching and plentiful secure cargo pockets.
(1,777)
$64.95 $44.99
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What customers like:
Well-made construction
Great color
Durable material
Comfortable fit
Roomy pockets
$64.95 $44.99
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Men's Lakewashed® Stretch Khaki Shorts, 9"
L.L.Bean Men's Lakewashed® Stretch Khaki Shorts, 9"
A breathable brown cotton-twill short with comfortable stretch and a soft, washed-for-comfort feel.
(1,676)
$59.95 $39.99
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What customers like:
High quality
Durable
Comfortable
Good fit
Breathable
$59.95 $39.99
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Men's Dock Shorts, 8"
L.L.Bean Men's Dock Shorts, 8"
A tan organic cotton twill short with an elastic drawstring waist, relaxed pull-on style and convenient pockets.
(1,664)
$49.95 $49.95
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What customers like:
Lightweight fabric
High quality
Great color
Versatile design
Comfortable fit
$49.95 $49.95
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Women's Vista Camp Shorts
L.L.Bean Women's Vista Camp Shorts
A brown, lightweight nylon-spandex short with UPF 50+ protection, quick-drying comfort and secure zip pockets.
(1,449)
$69.95 $44.99
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What customers like:
Lightweight fabric
Quick-drying material
Good quality
Flattering design
Comfortable fit
$69.95 $44.99
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Men's Wrinkle-Free Double L® Chino Shorts, Natural Fit, Hidden Comfort Waist, 8"
L.L.Bean Men's Wrinkle-Free Double L® Chino Shorts, Natural Fit, Hidden Comfort Waist, 8"
A blue cotton shorts with wrinkle-free fabric and a hidden comfort waist for easy everyday wear.
(1,377)
$54.95 $54.95
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What customers like:
High quality
Comfortable waistband
Durable
Good fit
Wrinkle-free fabric
$54.95 $54.95
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Men's Sport Shorts with SUPPLEX® fabric, 8"
L.L.Bean Men's Sport Shorts with SUPPLEX® fabric, 8"
A yellow nylon short featuring breathable, quick-drying SUPPLEX fabric, UPF 50+ protection and a mesh liner.
(1,374)
$44.95 $29.99
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What customers like:
High quality
Attractive design
Fast-drying material
Comfortable
Good fit
$44.95 $29.99
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Women's Vista Camp Bermuda Shorts
L.L.Bean Women's Vista Camp Bermuda Shorts
A brown, lightweight nylon-spandex short with UPF 50+ protection, quick-drying stretch, and secure zip pockets.
(1,331)
$69.95 $44.99
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What customers like:
High quality
Quick-drying fabric
Versatile style
Deep zippered pockets
Comfortable fit
$69.95 $44.99
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Men's Cresta Shorts, 10"
L.L.Bean Men's Cresta Shorts, 10"
A tan nylon-blend short with two-way stretch, UPF 50+ protection, quick-drying performance, and secure zippered pockets.
(1,301)
$74.95 $74.95
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What customers like:
Quick drying
Good quality
Lightweight
Nice pockets with zippers
Comfortable fit
$74.95 $74.95
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Men's Sport Shorts with SUPPLEX® fabric, 6"
L.L.Bean Men's Sport Shorts with SUPPLEX® fabric, 6"
A blue, lightweight nylon short with breathable, quick-drying SUPPLEX® fabric, UPF 50+ protection and mesh-lined pockets.
(1,262)
$44.95 $44.95
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What customers like:
Perfect fit
Durable quality
Comfortable wear
Quick-drying fabric
Versatile design
$44.95 $44.95
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Men's L.L.Bean Multisport Shorts, 9"
L.L.Bean Men's L.L.Bean Multisport Shorts, 9"
A blue synthetic short with stretch, quick-dry comfort, UPF 50+ protection and secure pockets for days.
(1,176)
$64.95 $64.95
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What customers like:
Quick-dry fabric
Lightweight shorts
Great looks
Versatile
Comfortable
$64.95 $64.95
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Women's Vista Camp Skort
L.L.Bean Women's Vista Camp Skort
A lightweight, rugged black skort in abrasion-resistant nylon-spandex with stretch, quick-drying, moisture-wicking fabric and UPF 50+.
(836)
$69.95 $69.95
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What customers like:
Quality fabric
Lightweight
Comfortable
Good fit
Breathable
$69.95 $69.95
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Women's Lakewashed Dock Shorts, Mid-Rise
L.L.Bean Women's Lakewashed Dock Shorts, Mid-Rise
A brown, lightweight cotton-blend short with stretch, a comfortable elastic waist and relaxed fit for warm-weather wear.
(476)
$49.95 $34.99
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What customers like:
Well-made
Durable
True to size
Versatile
Comfortable
$49.95 $34.99
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Men's Tropicwear Shorts, 9"
L.L.Bean Men's Tropicwear Shorts, 9"
A gray, lightweight nylon-blend short with stretch, 97.5% sun protection, moisture-wicking comfort, and quick-drying performance.
(372)
$74.95 $74.95
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What customers like:
Secure pockets
Stylish look
Lightweight material
Good ventilation
Comfortable fit
$74.95 $74.95
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Women's Lakewashed Dock Shorts, Mid-Rise Chambray
L.L.Bean Women's Lakewashed Dock Shorts, Mid-Rise Chambray
A blue pair of relaxed shorts in soft-washed organic cotton with stretch and a drawstring waist.
(356)
$49.95 $49.95
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What customers like:
Great fit
High-quality material
Functional pockets
Versatile design
Exceptional comfort
$49.95 $49.95
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Men's L.L.Bean Multisport Shorts, 7"
L.L.Bean Men's L.L.Bean Multisport Shorts, 7"
A blue, durable synthetic blend with stretch, quick-dry comfort, UPF 50+ protection, and secure pockets.
(274)
$64.95 $64.95
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What customers like:
Wrinkle-resistant
Perfect fit
Lightweight
Comfortable material
Deep pockets
$64.95 $64.95
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Women's New Currents Swimwear, Swim Shorts
L.L.Bean Women's New Currents Swimwear, Swim Shorts
A blue swim short with recycled nylon-Lycra stretch, UPF 50+ sun protection, quick-drying comfort, and a zip pocket.
(255)
$59.95 $39.99
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What customers like:
Great fit
Perfect length
Stylish design
Versatile use
Flattering look
$59.95 $39.99
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Men's Tropicwear Zip-Leg Pants
L.L.Bean Men's Tropicwear Zip-Leg Pants
A gray nylon-stretch pant featuring zip-off legs, 97.5% sun protection, moisture-wicking comfort, and multiple pockets.
(240)
$99.95 $74.99
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What customers like:
Lightweight and breathable
Durable and quick-drying
Versatile convertible design
Ample pocket space
Comfortable fit
$99.95 $74.99
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Women's Tropicwear Zip-Off Pants, Mid-Rise
L.L.Bean Women's Tropicwear Zip-Off Pants, Mid-Rise
A gray nylon-spandex pant with zip-off legs, UPF 50+ sun protection, moisture-wicking stretch, and quick-drying comfort.
(206)
$99.95 $99.95
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What customers like:
Versatile design
High-quality fabric
Good fit
Ideal for tropical wear
Worth the price
$99.95 $99.95
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Women's Tropicwear Shorts, Mid-Rise
L.L.Bean Women's Tropicwear Shorts, Mid-Rise
A gray nylon-spandex short with UPF 50+ sun protection, quick-drying comfort, stretch and multiple pockets.
(143)
$64.95 $64.95
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What customers like:
Great fit
Lightweight fabric
Good pockets
High quality workmanship
Excellent comfort
$64.95 $64.95
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Women's No Fly Zone Zip-Off Pants, Mid-Rise
L.L.Bean Women's No Fly Zone Zip-Off Pants, Mid-Rise
A brown nylon-blend pant with insect-repellent protection, UPF 50+ coverage and quick zip-off conversion to shorts.
(136)
$110 $110
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What customers like:
Great fit
High quality
Comfortable feel
Warmth
Versatile
$110 $110
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Men's No Fly Zone Zip-Off Pants
L.L.Bean Men's No Fly Zone Zip-Off Pants
A tan nylon-blend pant with UPF 50+ protection, insect repellency and zip-off legs converting to shorts.
(101)
$110 $110
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What customers like:
Lightweight
Excellent quality
Stylish
Comfortable
Good fit
$110 $110
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Kids' Stowaway Shorts
L.L.Bean Kids' Stowaway Shorts
A lightweight blue nylon short that repels water, dries quickly, and provides UPF 50+ sun protection.
(71)
$39.95 $29.99
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$39.95 $29.99
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Comfortable Summer Shorts

Comfortable Summer Shorts belong in a wardrobe that feels like your own: familiar styles, proportions you enjoy wearing and colors that work with the pieces you already reach for. Finding the right pair starts with what comfort means to you. You might prefer a closer silhouette, a little more room through the leg or a longer hem. Rather than relying on a size label alone, compare the listed measurements and fit description with a favorite pair from your closet. Inseam is worth a careful look, but so is rise—the measurement that helps determine where the waistband sits. Two pairs with the same inseam can look and feel different depending on their overall cut. Picture the shorts you’ve worn most often, the ones you choose without a second thought, and use those proportions as a starting point. It’s a practical way to narrow the selection while leaving room to try something a little different.

Summer style doesn’t need to be complicated, and small choices can make a pair of shorts feel right at home among your favorites. Consider the balance you like between your tops and bottoms: a longer shirt changes the look of a shorter hem, while a tucked-in top brings more attention to the waist. If most of your wardrobe includes patterns, a solid color can be a straightforward choice; if you tend toward simple tops, a different shade or pattern may be a welcome addition. Think about colors in the context of what you own rather than in isolation. A shade that looks appealing on its own is more useful when you can immediately picture several ways to wear it. When comparing Comfortable Summer Shorts, look beyond the first photo and review the available views, measurements and details. Notice the shape of the leg opening, the placement of pockets and the waistband style, then weigh those details against your own preferences. The goal isn’t to find one silhouette that works for everyone, but to find the one that feels most like you.

Comfortable summer shorts can also make a thoughtful gift when you know someone’s size and personal style well. A partner who always chooses a longer hem or a family member who has a clear favorite color gives you a helpful place to begin. Pay attention to what they already enjoy wearing rather than choosing the look you would pick for yourself. If you have access to the details of a pair they like, comparing its measurements with the size chart is more useful than guessing from appearance. Care instructions deserve a look, too, whether you’re buying for someone else or adding to your own wardrobe; it helps to know what an item requires before making a choice. There’s something satisfying about choosing with those small, everyday preferences in mind. A considered fit, a familiar shape and a color that feels right can matter more than a dramatic change of style.

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