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Labor Day Sale On Men's Cotton Tees

Shop the Labor Day sale on men’s cotton tees for classic T-shirts at sale prices. Browse the selection to find styles that fit your wardrobe, whether you’re replacing a favorite tee or adding another to your rotation.

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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 soft green cotton tee that resists shrinking, fading, and wrinkles for lasting everyday comfort.
(12,867)
$26.95 $20.99
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$26.95 $20.99
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Men's Carefree Unshrinkable Tee, Traditional Fit, Long-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's Carefree Unshrinkable Tee, Traditional Fit, Long-Sleeve
A resilient light mahogany long-sleeve tee made from 100% cotton that resists shrinking, fading, and pilling.
(10,664)
$36.95 $29.99
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What customers like:
Good workmanship
Warmth
High-quality fabric
Resists shrinking
Comfortable fit
$36.95 $29.99
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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 resilient yellow cotton tee that resists shrinking and fading, offering lasting comfort and durability.
(7,068)
$26.95 $11.99
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What customers like:
Vivid colors
Well-made
Durable
True to size
Comfortable
$26.95 $11.99
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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 resilient mountain spruce heather Henley that resists wrinkles, shrinking, fading, and pilling, made from 100% cotton.
(6,468)
$44.95 $19.99
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What customers like:
Perfect fit
No shrinkage
Durable fabric
True to size
Soft and comfy
$44.95 $19.99
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Men's Cloud Gauze Shirt, Short-Sleeve, Slightly Fitted Untucked Fit, Plaid
L.L.Bean Men's Cloud Gauze Shirt, Short-Sleeve, Slightly Fitted Untucked Fit, Plaid
A superlight green plaid shirt in breathable crinkled cotton gauze with a relaxed, untucked fit.
(0)
$59.95 $29.99
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$59.95 $29.99
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Men's Signature Northwoods Short-Sleeve Tee, Graphic
L.L.Bean Men's Signature Northwoods Short-Sleeve Tee, Graphic
A supersoft black cotton crewneck tee featuring exclusive heritage-inspired graphics and a streamlined slim fit.
(0)
$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, Stripe
L.L.Bean Men's Stonecoast Hemp Shirt, Short-Sleeve, Slightly Fitted Untucked Fit, Stripe
A rugged gray short-sleeve shirt in a soft, breathable hemp-cotton blend with a trimmer waist.
(0)
$64.95 $44.99
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$64.95 $44.99
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Men's Carefree Unshrinkable Tee, Slightly Fitted, Short-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's Carefree Unshrinkable Tee, Slightly Fitted, Short-Sleeve
A purple short-sleeve tee made from soft, unshrinkable cotton that resists wrinkles and fading.
(0)
$26.95 $19.99
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$26.95 $19.99
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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.
(0)
$69.95 $44.99
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$69.95 $44.99
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Men's Signature Northwoods Short-Sleeve Tee
L.L.Bean Men's Signature Northwoods Short-Sleeve Tee
A slim-fit brown tee crafted from supersoft 100% cotton jersey-knit with dyed-to-match stitching.
(0)
$44.95 $29.99
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$44.95 $29.99
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Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Pima Tee, Short-Sleeve Without Pocket
L.L.Bean Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Pima Tee, Short-Sleeve Without Pocket
A green short-sleeve tee in a soft Pima cotton blend with built-in stretch and UPF 30 protection.
(0)
$44.95 $29.99
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$44.95 $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.
(0)
$69.95 $39.99
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$69.95 $39.99
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Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Shirt, Long-Sleeve, Slightly Fitted Untucked Fit
L.L.Bean Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Shirt, Long-Sleeve, Slightly Fitted Untucked Fit
A lightweight orange cotton blend shirt with moisture-wicking stretch fabric and a hidden glasses wipe on the hem.
(0)
$74.95 $49.99
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$74.95 $49.99
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Men's Cloud Gauze Shirt, Short-Sleeve, Slightly Fitted Untucked Fit
L.L.Bean Men's Cloud Gauze Shirt, Short-Sleeve, Slightly Fitted Untucked Fit
A superlight white short-sleeve shirt made from breathable, crinkled cotton gauze for warm weather comfort.
(0)
$59.95 $29.99
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$59.95 $29.99
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Men's Casco Bay Rugged Polo, Short-Sleeve, Print
L.L.Bean Men's Casco Bay Rugged Polo, Short-Sleeve, Print
A green cotton piqué polo with contrast trim, designed for comfort and a relaxed untucked look.
(0)
$54.95 $34.99
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$54.95 $34.99
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Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Pima Tee, Long-Sleeve Henley
L.L.Bean Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Pima Tee, Long-Sleeve Henley
A lightweight orange long-sleeve henley made from a soft, stretchy Pima cotton blend with UPF 30.
(0)
$79.95 $64.99
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$79.95 $64.99
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Men's Sunwashed Tee, Short-Sleeve, Graphic
L.L.Bean Men's Sunwashed Tee, Short-Sleeve, Graphic
A gray, garment-dyed cotton blend tee featuring heritage-inspired graphics and a comfortable, slightly fitted design.
(0)
$39.95 $24.99
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$39.95 $24.99
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Men's Cloud Gauze Shirt, Long-Sleeve, Slightly Fitted Untucked Fit
L.L.Bean Men's Cloud Gauze Shirt, Long-Sleeve, Slightly Fitted Untucked Fit
A superlight tan long-sleeve shirt made from breathable, crinkled 100% cotton gauze.
(0)
$69.95 $34.99
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$69.95 $34.99
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Men's Signature Northwoods Henley, Long-Sleeve, Stripe
L.L.Bean Men's Signature Northwoods Henley, Long-Sleeve, Stripe
A slim-fit tan striped henley crafted from supersoft 100% cotton jersey-knit with ribbed collar and cuffs.
(0)
$79 $66.99
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$79 $66.99
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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 green short-sleeve shirt offering moisture-wicking comfort in a slightly fitted untucked design.
(0)
$59.95 $29.99
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$59.95 $29.99
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Men's Insect Shield Field Tee, Short-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's Insect Shield Field Tee, Short-Sleeve
An ultra-comfortable, canyon rust tee with Insect Shield® and UPF 50+ protection, made from a soft cotton blend.
(0)
$49.95 $29.99
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$49.95 $29.99
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Men's Insect Shield Field Tee, Long-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's Insect Shield Field Tee, Long-Sleeve
A forest shade long-sleeve tee with Insect Shield, UPF 50+, and a soft cotton blend for outdoor adventures.
(0)
$54.95 $39.99
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$54.95 $39.99
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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 blue cotton-blend shirt featuring quick-drying, moisture-wicking stretch fabric and a relaxed untucked fit.
(0)
$79.95 $59.99
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$79.95 $59.99
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Labor Day Sale On Men's Cotton Tees

Men’s cotton tees bring a familiar, straightforward style to a wardrobe, with details that make even a simple shirt feel like a personal choice. A favorite neckline, the right amount of room through the body and a hem that falls where expected can matter more than a bold design. Labor Day offers an occasion to give these everyday essentials a fresh look, whether the preference is for an understated appearance or a little more color and character. Cotton is the starting point for this collection, but the fabric name alone does not tell the whole story of a tee. Fabric composition, garment measurements and individual care instructions provide a more complete picture of each style. The visual character matters, too: a plain tee keeps attention on its shape and color, while a graphic or small design adds another point of interest. Neither approach needs much embellishment. A tee can reflect someone’s style through a muted shade, a distinctive neckline or the proportions of its sleeves. For someone who likes a consistent wardrobe, those small differences help distinguish a shirt that feels familiar from one that takes the look in a different direction. Men’s cotton tees also have an easygoing place in the shared traditions surrounding Labor Day, without needing holiday-specific designs to mark the occasion. The appeal is in choosing something that still feels like the person wearing it, rather than dressing around a date on the calendar. A neatly folded stack in a drawer might look similar at first glance, yet each shirt can have its own role in the way an outfit comes together. One may be chosen for its understated appearance, another for its proportions and another simply because its color has become a favorite. That sense of familiarity gives a basic tee its individual character.

Fit is one of the clearest distinctions among men’s cotton tees, and a size label is only part of that picture. Shoulder placement, chest measurements, sleeve shape and body length all influence the overall silhouette. Someone who prefers a closer outline may look for less room through the torso, while someone who likes a looser shape may value additional space without wanting a longer hem. Those preferences are different, and neither is a reason to assume that a larger or smaller size will provide the intended result. Published measurements and fit descriptions are more useful points of comparison, especially alongside the measurements of a shirt that already fits well. A shoulder seam that sits near the edge of the shoulder creates a different outline from one that falls farther down the arm. Sleeves that end higher or lower, and hems that fall at different points on the hip, also change the balance of an outfit. Necklines deserve the same attention. A crewneck presents a rounded frame, while a V-neck changes the line at the front; personal preference helps determine which feels most natural. The relationship between a tee and the rest of a wardrobe is often just as important as any single detail. A shorter hem creates different proportions beside a pair of jeans than a longer one, and the amount of shirt visible beneath an open overshirt changes the look again. Color adds another layer of choice, from a quiet combination of similar shades to a more noticeable contrast. For a related look with a collar, cotton polo shirts offer another direction to explore. The distinction is visual and personal: some wardrobes lean toward the simplicity of a tee, others toward a collared shape, and many include both. Attention to these details keeps the choice grounded in individual taste rather than a passing trend.

The lasting place of a cotton tee in a wardrobe depends on more than its first impression. Quality, construction and care all deserve consideration, but none can be judged from the word “cotton” alone. Details such as the neckline finish, seams and hem help give a shirt its shape and appearance, while the individual product description supplies information that photographs may not show. Cotton content is worth checking rather than assuming that every cotton-labeled tee has the same composition. Care deserves the same product-by-product attention: the garment label is the reference for washing, drying and any additional instructions. A routine that works for one favorite shirt should not automatically be applied to every other tee in the drawer. For someone who prefers a straightforward laundry routine, the stated care requirements can be part of the choice from the beginning. Durability is another consideration best approached through actual construction details and product information, rather than broad promises about how every shirt will wear. These practical details matter whether the tee is a personal purchase or a gift. For a partner, father, brother or friend, a familiar size is helpful, but knowledge of a preferred fit, neckline and color can make the selection more thoughtful. The shirt someone reaches for repeatedly provides useful clues: perhaps the sleeves have a particular length, the body has a little extra room or the design is deliberately simple. A gift does not need a striking graphic or an unfamiliar color to feel considered. Sometimes the most personal choice is one that reflects a preference already expressed, right down to a rounded neckline or a clean, unadorned front. Labor Day can be the occasion for that choice, while the shirt itself remains independent of the holiday. Across men’s cotton tees, the most meaningful distinctions are often modest ones: the cut, the finish, the care requirements and the way the style fits into an existing wardrobe. Together, those details give a familiar essential a clear reason to belong.
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