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Cool Clothing For Hot Climates

Find cool clothing for hot climates to round out your warm-weather wardrobe. Explore versatile styles, and compare each item’s fabric, fit and care details to choose clothing that suits your preferences and everyday plans.

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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"
Green cotton cargo shorts with breathable tropical-weight fabric, elastic comfort waist, and secure button-closure pockets.
(3,006)
$54.95 $54.95
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What customers like:
High quality
Perfect fit
Lightweight
Deep pockets
Comfortable
$54.95 $54.95
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Men's Tropics Shirt, Traditional Fit, Print
L.L.Bean Men's Tropics Shirt, Traditional Fit, Print
A blue printed cotton shirt with breathable, lightly peached fabric, relaxed fit, and side vents.
(2,027)
$54.95 $54.95
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What customers like:
Cool and breathable
Durable quality
Versatile style
Attractive color and pattern
Comfortable fit
$54.95 $54.95
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Men's Tropic-Weight Cargo Pants, Classic Fit
L.L.Bean Men's Tropic-Weight Cargo Pants, Classic Fit
A lightweight pair of tan cotton cargo pants with breathable fabric and roomy utility pockets.
(1,177)
$69.95 $54.99
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What customers like:
Great fit
Quality construction
Lightweight
Comfort
Versatility
$69.95 $54.99
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Women's Tropicwear Shirt, Long-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Women's Tropicwear Shirt, Long-Sleeve
An orange nylon-blend shirt with UPF 50+ protection, cooling vents, stretch, and roll-up sleeve tabs.
(893)
$74.95 $54.99
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What customers like:
High-quality material
Excellent sun protection
Lightweight and breathable
Versatile style
Comfortable fit
$74.95 $54.99
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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"
Lightweight tan cotton cargo shorts with a comfortable elasticized waist, roomy fit, and Velcro®-closure pockets.
(2,011)
$54.95 $54.95
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What customers like:
Lightweight and durable
High quality fabric
Versatile style
Ample pocket space
Comfortable fit
$54.95 $54.95
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Women's Summer Knit Dress
L.L.Bean Women's Summer Knit Dress
A black jersey-knit dress with faux-surplice styling, empire waist, and soft rayon-spandex stretch fabric.
(627)
$54.95 $34.99
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What customers like:
Versatile for various activities
Flattering fit
Comfortable and stylish
Great for hot weather
Lightweight and soft
$54.95 $34.99
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Men's SunSmart® Cool Weave Shirt Short-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's SunSmart® Cool Weave Shirt Short-Sleeve
A red short-sleeve shirt in lightweight polyester-nylon stretch fabric with UPF 50+, moisture-wicking, quick-dry performance.
(600)
$59.95 $34.99
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What customers like:
High-quality material
Excellent for summer
Cool and lightweight
True to size
Comfortable fit
$59.95 $34.99
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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 polyester-blend graphic T-shirt with UPF 50+ sun protection, moisture-wicking performance and four-way stretch.
(391)
$44.95 $24.99
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$44.95 $24.99
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Women's Tropicwear Shirt, Short-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Women's Tropicwear Shirt, Short-Sleeve
A short-sleeve orange nylon-blend shirt with UPF 50+ sun protection, stretch fabric, and cooling cape vents.
(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 Technical Fishing Graphic Tees, Short-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's Technical Fishing Graphic Tees, Short-Sleeve
A blue short-sleeve fishing graphic T-shirt in a comfortable cotton-polyester blend for cool, dry performance.
(190)
$29.95 $21.99
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What customers like:
Great fit
Comfortable cotton material
True to size
Very breathable
Love the graphic
$29.95 $21.99
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Women's Tropicwear Shirt, Plaid Long-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Women's Tropicwear Shirt, Plaid Long-Sleeve
A blue plaid shirt in stretchy synthetic nylon with UPF 50+ sun protection and cooling vents.
(203)
$79.95 $59.99
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What customers like:
Lightweight material
Great packability
Pretty plaid design
Stylish and cool
Comfortable fit
$79.95 $59.99
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Men's Tropicwear Comfort Pants
L.L.Bean Men's Tropicwear Comfort Pants
A tan, lightweight polyester fishing pant with UPF 50+ sun protection, stretch comfort, and water-repellent finish.
(57)
$79.95 $59.99
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What customers like:
Attractive appearance
Very comfortable
Perfect fit
Lightweight feel
$79.95 $59.99
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Men's Tropicwear Shirt, Plaid Long-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's Tropicwear Shirt, Plaid Long-Sleeve
A blue plaid shirt with lightweight synthetic stretch fabric, UPF 50+ protection, venting and utility pockets.
(159)
$79.95 $59.99
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What customers like:
High quality
Effective sunblock
Well-made
Cool and comfortable fabric
Good fit
$79.95 $59.99
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Men's Tropicwear CoolPro Fishing Shirt, Long-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's Tropicwear CoolPro Fishing Shirt, Long-Sleeve
A blue synthetic fishing shirt with UPF 50+ protection, evaporative cooling, odor resistance, stretch, and ventilation.
(0)
$89.95 $64.99
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$89.95 $64.99
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Women's Tropicwear CoolPro Fishing Shirt, Long-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Women's Tropicwear CoolPro Fishing Shirt, Long-Sleeve
A green long-sleeve fishing shirt with UPF 50+ protection, stretch, evaporative cooling and odor-resistant synthetic fabric.
(0)
$89.95 $66.99
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$89.95 $66.99
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Men's Tropicwear CoolPro Fishing Pants
L.L.Bean Men's Tropicwear CoolPro Fishing Pants
A tan nylon-blend fishing pant with UPF 50+ protection, evaporative cooling, stretch, and roll-up cuffs.
(0)
$110 $79.99
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$110 $79.99
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Women's Tropicwear CoolPro Fishing Pants
L.L.Bean Women's Tropicwear CoolPro Fishing Pants
A tan nylon fishing pant with UPF 50+ protection, cooling technology, stretch, and roll-up cuffs.
(0)
$110 $82.99
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$110 $82.99
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Men's Ultralight Trail Shirt, Short-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's Ultralight Trail Shirt, Short-Sleeve
A green synthetic shirt with perforated ventilation, moisture-wicking quick-dry fabric, stretch comfort and a zippered pocket.
(0)
$74.95 $59.99
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$74.95 $59.99
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Women's SunSmart Coolpro Half Zip Hoodie
L.L.Bean Women's SunSmart Coolpro Half Zip Hoodie
A pink polyester-blend hoodie with UPF 50+ sun protection, moisture-wicking stretch, and evaporative cooling technology.
(0)
$69.95 $58.99
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$69.95 $58.99
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Men's Cloud Gauze Shirt, Slightly Fitted, Short-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's Cloud Gauze Shirt, Slightly Fitted, Short-Sleeve
A tan short-sleeve cotton camp shirt with breathable crinkled gauze, open collar, and chest pocket.
(0)
$59.95 $29.99
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$59.95 $29.99
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Men's Airlight Vest
L.L.Bean Men's Airlight Vest
A lightweight green polyester vest with full-zip styling, moisture-wicking comfort, UPF 50+ protection, and handwarmer pockets.
(1,000)
$69.95 $69.95
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$69.95 $69.95
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Men's Ultralight Trail Shirt, Short-Sleeve Print
L.L.Bean Men's Ultralight Trail Shirt, Short-Sleeve Print
A white synthetic short-sleeve trail shirt with perforated ventilation, moisture-wicking fabric and stretch comfort.
(0)
$79.95 $64.99
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$79.95 $64.99
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Men's Tropicwear Shirt, Long-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's Tropicwear Shirt, Long-Sleeve
A green long-sleeve shirt in stretchy polyester/nylon with UPF 50+ sun protection and breathable venting.
(980)
$74.95 $74.95
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What customers like:
Great fit
Light and comfortable wear
Good quality
Sun protection
Versatility
$74.95 $74.95
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Cool Clothing For Hot Climates

There’s something inviting about a warm morning with blue sky overhead and a whole day ahead of you. Cool Clothing For Hot Climates brings together clothing choices for places where hot weather is part of the everyday routine. Building a wardrobe for that setting starts with your own preferences: the shapes you reach for most, the colors you enjoy wearing and the amount of coverage that feels right to you. Think about the pieces already hanging near the front of your closet—the ones you choose without much deliberation—and let those favorites help narrow your choices. A familiar silhouette in a different color can be just as welcome as a new style. Rather than putting together an entirely separate wardrobe, look for options that make sense alongside what you already own. A few considered additions can give you more combinations while keeping your style recognizably yours.

When comparing clothing, pay attention to the details that can be easy to overlook in a photograph. Check garment measurements against a favorite piece at home, and consider where a hem will fall, how a neckline will sit and whether you prefer a closer or more relaxed shape. Size alone doesn’t tell the whole story; proportions and personal preference matter, too. If you like to tuck in your tops, length may be an important consideration. If you usually leave them untucked, think about how the hem looks with the bottoms you wear most often. Product descriptions and care instructions are also worth a look before you decide. Choose care requirements that fit your routine, not an idealized version of it. For color and pattern, start with a few shades you already enjoy combining, then add variety where you want it. A patterned piece can bring a different feel to familiar outfits, while a solid color gives you another way to wear prints you already love.

Clothing can also make a thoughtful gift for someone who lives in a hot climate, especially when the choice reflects how well you know them. Perhaps they always gravitate toward blue, prefer a simple neckline or have a favorite fit they buy again and again. Those small observations are more useful than guessing what they ought to wear. Confirm their usual size, take note of their style preferences and check the individual item’s measurements when possible. For your own wardrobe or someone else’s, there’s no need to choose between personal expression and timeless style. The most meaningful additions feel familiar enough to belong, yet different enough to be welcome. Keep the focus on well-considered choices, an assortment you enjoy and the pleasure of getting dressed for another day—with good company and a little time outside to look forward to.

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