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Knit Tees for Summer

Find knit tees for summer to round out your seasonal wardrobe with simple, timeless style. Browse the T-shirt selection and compare fit, fabric and care details on each product page to find the right match for you.

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Women's Waffle-Knit Henley
L.L.Bean Women's Waffle-Knit Henley
A white women's waffle-knit henley with long sleeves, stretch cotton, ribbed trim, and fitted styling.
(6,269)
$44.95 $44.95
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What customers like:
Great quality
Warmth
True to size
Perfect for layering
Cozy comfort
$44.95 $44.95
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Women's Waffle-Knit Top, Long-Sleeve Jewelneck
L.L.Bean Women's Waffle-Knit Top, Long-Sleeve Jewelneck
A white waffle-knit long-sleeve top in stretch cotton with a ribbed jewel neckline and cuffs.
(0)
$39.95 $39.95
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$39.95 $39.95
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Women's Pima Cotton Tee, Long-Sleeve Crewneck
L.L.Bean Women's Pima Cotton Tee, Long-Sleeve Crewneck
A white long-sleeve crewneck tee in luxuriously soft, durable, American-grown Supima cotton with a soft fit.
(15,583)
$36.95 $36.95
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What customers like:
Great fit
Well-made
Warmth
Soft fabric
Versatility
$36.95 $36.95
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Men's Carefree Unshrinkable Tee, Traditional Fit, Short-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's Carefree Unshrinkable Tee, Traditional Fit, Short-Sleeve
A red cotton jersey-knit T-shirt with a traditional fit that resists shrinking, wrinkles, fading and pilling.
(12,867)
$26.95 $26.95
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What customers like:
Great fit
High quality
Durable
Versatile
Comfortable
$26.95 $26.95
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Women's Waffle-Knit Top, Long-Sleeve Jewelneck Stripe
L.L.Bean Women's Waffle-Knit Top, Long-Sleeve Jewelneck Stripe
A women's waffle-knit top with long sleeves, jewel neckline, white stripes, and soft stretch cotton.
(0)
$44.95 $44.95
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$44.95 $44.95
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Women's L.L.Bean Tee, Long-Sleeve Crewneck
L.L.Bean Women's L.L.Bean Tee, Long-Sleeve Crewneck
A white long-sleeve crewneck tee in ultrasoft, pill-resistant 100% cotton interlock knit.
(8,707)
$29.95 $29.95
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What customers like:
Quality
Comfort
Warmth
Durability
Versatility
$29.95 $29.95
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Women's Pima Cotton Tee, Short-Sleeve Crewneck
L.L.Bean Women's Pima Cotton Tee, Short-Sleeve Crewneck
A black short-sleeve crewneck tee in luxuriously soft, durable American-grown Supima cotton.
(9,174)
$26.95 $26.95
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What customers like:
High quality
True to size
Durable
Comfortable
Soft fabric
$26.95 $26.95
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Men's Carefree Unshrinkable Tee with Pocket, Traditional Fit
L.L.Bean Men's Carefree Unshrinkable Tee with Pocket, Traditional Fit
A brown cotton pocket T-shirt with soft, wrinkle-, shrink-, fade-, and pill-resistant jersey-knit fabric.
(7,068)
$26.95 $26.95
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$26.95 $26.95
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Women's L.L.Bean V-Neck, Three-Quarter-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Women's L.L.Bean V-Neck, Three-Quarter-Sleeve
A white cotton V-neck tee with three-quarter sleeves, soft fade-resistant fabric and a slightly shaped fit.
(6,613)
$26.95 $26.95
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What customers like:
Softness
Durable
Versatile
Comfortable
Good fit
$26.95 $26.95
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Men's Carefree Unshrinkable Tee, Traditional Fit, Long-Sleeve Henley
L.L.Bean Men's Carefree Unshrinkable Tee, Traditional Fit, Long-Sleeve Henley
A brown long-sleeve Henley tee in soft cotton, resisting shrinkage, wrinkles, fading and pilling.
(6,468)
$44.95 $44.95
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$44.95 $44.95
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Women's Pima Cotton Shaped Tee, Three-Quarter-Sleeve Jewelneck
L.L.Bean Women's Pima Cotton Shaped Tee, Three-Quarter-Sleeve Jewelneck
A white Supima cotton tee with a softly shaped fit, jewel neckline and three-quarter sleeves.
(5,499)
$39.95 $39.95
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What customers like:
Luxurious feel
High-quality material
Versatile style
Beautiful colors
Comfortable fit
$39.95 $39.95
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Women's L.L.Bean Jewelneck Tee, Elbow-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Women's L.L.Bean Jewelneck Tee, Elbow-Sleeve
A pink cotton jewelneck tee with elbow-length sleeves, softly fitted shaping, and ultrasoft, pill-resistant interlock knit.
(5,086)
$26.95 $19.99
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What customers like:
High quality fabric
Attractive colors
Durable construction
Versatile style
Comfortable fit
$26.95 $19.99
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Women's Airlight Knit Pullover
L.L.Bean Women's Airlight Knit Pullover
A purple polyester pullover with quilted warmth, moisture-wicking breathability, UPF 50+ protection, and a kangaroo pocket.
(3,934)
$79.95 $59.99
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What customers like:
Versatile for various activities
Attractive color options
Lightweight and warm
High quality and durable
Comfortable fit
$79.95 $59.99
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Women's L.L.Bean Tee, Short-Sleeve Crewneck
L.L.Bean Women's L.L.Bean Tee, Short-Sleeve Crewneck
A black women's short-sleeve crewneck tee in ultrasoft, pill-resistant 100% combed cotton with slightly shaped fit.
(3,868)
$24.95 $24.95
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What customers like:
Great fit
High-quality material
Soft and comfortable
Easy to wash
Nice color
$24.95 $24.95
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Women's Pima Cotton Tee, Long-Sleeve Mockneck
L.L.Bean Women's Pima Cotton Tee, Long-Sleeve Mockneck
A white long-sleeve mockneck tee in luxuriously soft, durable Supima cotton.
(3,401)
$39.95 $39.95
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What customers like:
Versatile style
Warm and cozy
High-quality fabric
Beautiful color
Comfortable fit
$39.95 $39.95
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Men's Carefree Unshrinkable Tee, Traditional Fit, Henley
L.L.Bean Men's Carefree Unshrinkable Tee, Traditional Fit, Henley
A red cotton henley tee with a traditional fit and fabric that resists shrinking, wrinkles, fading, and pilling.
(3,027)
$32.95 $32.95
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$32.95 $32.95
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Women's Pima Cotton Shaped Jewelneck Tee, Three-Quarter-Sleeve Print
L.L.Bean Women's Pima Cotton Shaped Jewelneck Tee, Three-Quarter-Sleeve Print
A white printed jewelneck tee in Supima cotton with a softly shaped fit and three-quarter sleeves.
(2,531)
$44.95 $44.95
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$44.95 $44.95
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Men's Airlight Knit Pullover
L.L.Bean Men's Airlight Knit Pullover
A blue synthetic-fleece pullover with quilted warmth, moisture-wicking comfort, UPF 50+ protection, and a kangaroo pocket.
(2,291)
$79.95 $79.95
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What customers like:
High quality
Lightweight warmth
Nice appearance
Versatile use
Comfortable fit
$79.95 $79.95
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Women's L.L.Bean Interlock Turtleneck, Long-Sleeve Stripe
L.L.Bean Women's L.L.Bean Interlock Turtleneck, Long-Sleeve Stripe
A blue striped cotton turtleneck with long sleeves, soft substantial interlock fabric, and flattering easy-care fit.
(2,014)
$39.95 $39.95
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What customers like:
Great fit
High quality
Soft material
Warmth
Comfortable
$39.95 $39.95
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Women's L.L.Bean Jewelneck Tee, Elbow-Sleeve Print
L.L.Bean Women's L.L.Bean Jewelneck Tee, Elbow-Sleeve Print
A blue women's cotton tee with elbow-length sleeves, jewel neckline, printed design, and ultrasoft interlock knit.
(1,780)
$32.95 $32.95
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$32.95 $32.95
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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 white striped crewneck tee in a soft, stretchy Supima cotton blend with short sleeves.
(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 Pima Cotton Turtleneck, Long-Sleeve Print
L.L.Bean Women's Pima Cotton Turtleneck, Long-Sleeve Print
A multicolor women’s turtleneck made from luxuriously soft, durable 100% American-grown Supima cotton.
(646)
$44.95 $19.99
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What customers like:
True fit
Luxurious feel
Comfort
Warmth
Durability
$44.95 $19.99
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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 white short-sleeve crewneck tee in a soft Supima cotton-TENCEL™ modal blend with comfortable 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 Cresta Wool Midweight 250 Crew Top
L.L.Bean Men's Cresta Wool Midweight 250 Crew Top
A blue merino wool crew top with moisture-wicking warmth, odor resistance, flat-lock seams and thumbhole cuffs.
(489)
$99.95 $99.95
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What customers like:
Great fit
Comfortable feel
Durable material
Soft fabric
Excellent warmth
$99.95 $99.95
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Knit Tees for Summer

Knit tees for summer are a familiar starting point for a wardrobe with a relaxed, considered look. Their appeal is straightforward: a tee can be the main piece in an outfit or a quiet companion to a favorite pair of shorts, pants, or a skirt. Small design choices make a noticeable difference, from the shape of the neckline to the length of the sleeves and where the hem falls. Knit describes a fabric construction made from connected loops, rather than a particular fiber or a single style of shirt. Fabric-content information adds another useful detail when comparing finished garments, while photographs and measurements help put their proportions in context. For summer dressing, the overall look can be as simple as a solid tee with patterned shorts or a patterned tee with plain bottoms. An outfit does not need several competing details to feel complete. A neckline that echoes the lines of a favorite necklace, a hem that sits where it looks best with a waistband, or a color that connects with shoes can give a familiar combination a more intentional finish. Personal taste matters more than a prescribed summer palette. Someone who prefers understated clothing may gravitate toward a simple design, while someone who enjoys pattern may let the tee supply the visual interest. Both approaches leave room for individual style without turning an everyday wardrobe into a complicated project. These are ready-to-wear garments, with the relevant choices centered on the finished tee rather than yarn selection or knitting patterns. The most useful comparison is often with clothing already worn and enjoyed: the neckline that feels like a natural part of a personal style, the proportions that work with existing bottoms, and the details that make a shirt recognizable as a favorite. Summer knit tees can complement that established wardrobe rather than require an entirely new one.

Fit is another important part of choosing a tee, and a size label is only one piece of the picture. Garment measurements, size-chart information, and fit descriptions help explain how a particular cut relates to personal preferences. Two tees marked with the same size can have different proportions, so the shoulder line, body length, sleeve length, and width through the torso all deserve attention. A preference for a closer silhouette is different from a preference for a straighter or roomier one; neither is automatically the right choice for everyone. The relationship between the tee and the rest of an outfit often makes the decision clearer. A hem worn untucked becomes part of the outfit’s outline, while a tucked hem places more emphasis on the waistband and the proportions above it. Someone who likes both looks may consider how the garment’s length relates to the bottoms already in their closet. Sleeve shape and neckline also influence the visual balance. A favorite tee laid flat can provide a useful point of comparison when garment measurements are supplied, especially for shoppers who already know which proportions they prefer. Measuring that familiar shirt is more specific than relying on a general impression that something looks long, short, narrow, or wide in a photograph. Styling images offer another perspective, but measurements keep the comparison grounded in the garment itself. For a shared household, each person’s preferences may be quite different, even when several people like the same general style. One may favor an understated tee worn loose over shorts; another may prefer a more defined outline with a skirt or pants. Choosing according to those preferences keeps the focus on the person wearing the clothing. A summer wardrobe feels more personal when its pieces reflect familiar habits and individual taste, rather than an expectation that every tee should have the same shape or be styled the same way.

Care requirements and construction details round out the comparison, alongside appearance and fit. The fabric-content information and care instructions attached to an individual garment are the practical references for decisions about laundering and storage. Those details are worth reading before choosing a tee, particularly when an established laundry routine is part of the decision. Washing, drying, and ironing directions belong to the specific garment, and following the stated instructions keeps care based on the information provided. For someone who shares laundry responsibilities with family members, having those directions clearly understood can make the routine less complicated. Construction deserves a closer look as well: the neckline finish, sleeve hems, seams, and lower hem are all places where the making of a tee becomes visible. These details contribute to the overall impression of quality without needing to draw attention away from the design. Durability is a separate consideration from appearance; garment-specific construction information is more useful than judging a tee by a photograph alone. There is also a difference between the condition of clothing and its lasting place in a wardrobe. A straightforward design, a familiar proportion, and a color that works with several existing pieces may continue to reflect personal taste beyond a single summer. The Casual Knit Tees collection offers another place to explore this wardrobe staple and compare the details that matter most. A thoughtful selection does not have to mean choosing many different styles. It can mean finding a few tees with distinct roles in the overall look of a wardrobe: one that pairs naturally with patterned bottoms, another that adds visual interest to a plain outfit, or a silhouette that complements a preferred waistband. The common thread is a clear sense of what belongs with the clothing already at hand. Knit tees for summer invite that kind of straightforward choice, with personal style, garment details, and everyday care considered together.
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