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Lightweight Cotton Apparel

Find lightweight cotton apparel with the fabric and weight you’re looking for, and explore styles that suit your wardrobe. Compare individual items for fit, cotton content and care instructions to help narrow down your choices.

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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 soft green long-sleeve crewneck tee made from ultrasoft, pill-resistant 100% cotton interlock knit.
(8,707)
$29.95 $22.99
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What customers like:
Great fit and true to size
Beautiful color options
Exceptionally soft and comfortable
High-quality, durable fabric
Versatile for layering and year-round wear
$29.95 $22.99
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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 soft brown cotton tee with a chest pocket, resisting wrinkles, shrinking, fading, and pilling.
(7,068)
$26.95 $26.95
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What customers like:
Great fit and true to size
Durable and well-made
Very comfortable
Does not shrink or fade
Soft and substantial fabric
$26.95 $26.95
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Men's Carefree Unshrinkable Tee with Pocket, Traditional Fit, Long-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's Carefree Unshrinkable Tee with Pocket, Traditional Fit, Long-Sleeve
A resilient delta blue long-sleeve tee made of soft, wrinkle-resistant, non-shrink cotton with a convenient pocket.
(3,527)
$36.95 $36.95
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What customers like:
Easy care
Perfect fit
Color retention
Good quality material
Comfortable
$36.95 $36.95
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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 pair of lightweight, breathable 100% cotton cargo shorts with elastic side panels for all-day comfort.
(3,006)
$54.95 $54.95
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What customers like:
Durable construction
Lightweight material
True to size
Deep pockets
Comfortable fit
$54.95 $54.95
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Men's Carefree Unshrinkable Mockneck Shirt
L.L.Bean Men's Carefree Unshrinkable Mockneck Shirt
A deep port mockneck shirt made of 100% cotton that resists shrinking, fading, wrinkling, and pilling.
(2,952)
$44.95 $44.95
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What customers like:
Perfect fit
Durable fabric
Comfortable wear
Stylish design
Excellent quality
$44.95 $44.95
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Women's Cotton Ragg Sweater, Funnelneck Pullover
L.L.Bean Women's Cotton Ragg Sweater, Funnelneck Pullover
A lightweight, all-cotton mockneck pullover in natural color, perfect for year-round comfort.
(2,907)
$79.95 $63.99
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What customers like:
Flattering fit
Versatile style
Warm and cozy
Comfortable material
Favorite sweater
$79.95 $63.99
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Women's L.L.Bean Tee, Three-Quarter-Sleeve Splitneck Tunic Print
L.L.Bean Women's L.L.Bean Tee, Three-Quarter-Sleeve Splitneck Tunic Print
A blue printed cotton tunic with three-quarter sleeves, split V-neckline, and embroidered trim.
(2,766)
$44.95 $29.99
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What customers like:
High quality fabric
Well-made construction
Versatile style
Comfortable fit
Attractive colors and prints
$44.95 $29.99
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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, bright capri striped seersucker shirt made from 100% cotton with a deep button-front placket.
(2,243)
$49.95 $29.99
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What customers like:
Cool for summer
Lightweight fabric
Attractive colors
Well-made
Comfortable fit
$49.95 $29.99
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Women's Cotton/Cashmere Sweater, Crewneck
L.L.Bean Women's Cotton/Cashmere Sweater, Crewneck
A lightweight green crewneck sweater crafted from a soft cotton-cashmere blend with casual ribbed trim.
(2,202)
$59.95 $59.95
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$59.95 $59.95
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Men's Tropic-Weight Cargo Pants, Natural Fit, Comfort Waist
L.L.Bean Men's Tropic-Weight Cargo Pants, Natural Fit, Comfort Waist
A lightweight, breathable pair of khaki cargo pants made from 100% cotton with a comfort waist.
(2,163)
$69.95 $69.95
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What customers like:
Good quality and durability
Versatile and stylish
Lightweight and breathable
Deep and functional pockets
Comfortable fit
$69.95 $69.95
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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 durable pair of gray cotton cargo shorts with a comfort waist and 6" inseam.
(2,011)
$54.95 $54.95
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What customers like:
Lightweight and durable
High quality fabric
Versatile style
Ample pockets
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, breathable pair of stone-colored cargo pants made from 100% tropic-weight cotton.
(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 Cloud Gauze Shirt, Long-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Women's Cloud Gauze Shirt, Long-Sleeve
A lightweight white long-sleeve shirt made from supersoft, crinkled 100% cotton gauze.
(867)
$69.95 $69.95
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$69.95 $69.95
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Women's Cotton/Cashmere Sweater, Turtleneck Fair Isle
L.L.Bean Women's Cotton/Cashmere Sweater, Turtleneck Fair Isle
A tan Fair Isle turtleneck sweater in ultrasoft cotton-cashmere blend with ribbed trim and easy care.
(709)
$79.95 $38.99
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What customers like:
Beautiful design
Warm and toasty
Classic style
Durable material
Comfortable fit
$79.95 $38.99
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Women's Cotton/Cashmere Sweater, V-Neck
L.L.Bean Women's Cotton/Cashmere Sweater, V-Neck
A blue jersey-knit sweater in a soft cotton-cashmere blend with ribbed trim and lightweight warmth.
(0)
$59.95 $59.95
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$59.95 $59.95
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Women's Peaks Island Crewneck, Stripe
L.L.Bean Women's Peaks Island Crewneck, Stripe
A lightweight blue striped crewneck made from 100% French terry cotton with raglan sleeves.
(0)
$69.95 $34.99
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$69.95 $34.99
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Women's Cloud Gauze Short-Sleeve Shift Dress
L.L.Bean Women's Cloud Gauze Short-Sleeve Shift Dress
A breezy white shift dress in crinkled 100% cotton gauze with a V-neck and on-seam pockets.
(0)
$69.95 $44.99
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$69.95 $44.99
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Women's Cloud Gauze Midi Dress
L.L.Bean Women's Cloud Gauze Midi Dress
A lightweight white cotton midi dress with a crinkled gauze texture, V-neckline, and adjustable waist.
(0)
$79.95 $49.99
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$79.95 $49.99
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Women's Cloud Gauze Cover-Up Dress
L.L.Bean Women's Cloud Gauze Cover-Up Dress
A lightweight, crinkled cotton gauze dress in white, perfect for cool, carefree coverage by the water.
(0)
$69.95 $34.99
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$69.95 $34.99
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Women's Cotton/Cashmere Sweater, V-Neck Stripe
L.L.Bean Women's Cotton/Cashmere Sweater, V-Neck Stripe
A luxuriously soft blue striped sweater crafted from a lightweight cotton-cashmere blend with a flattering V-neck.
(0)
$69.95 $58.99
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$69.95 $58.99
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Women's Cloud Gauze Wrap, Print
L.L.Bean Women's Cloud Gauze Wrap, Print
A lightweight, multi-color cotton wrap with a crinkled texture and fun novelty print, perfect for travel.
(0)
$59.95 $34.99
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$59.95 $34.99
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Men's Stonecoast Hemp Shirt, Long-Sleeve, Slightly Fitted Untucked Fit, Stripe
L.L.Bean Men's Stonecoast Hemp Shirt, Long-Sleeve, Slightly Fitted Untucked Fit, Stripe
A slightly fitted, untucked cotton blend shirt in silver birch with stripes, perfect for casual wear.
(0)
$79.95 $59.99
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$79.95 $59.99
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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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Women's Cloud Gauze Shirt, Short-Sleeve Scoopneck
L.L.Bean Women's Cloud Gauze Shirt, Short-Sleeve Scoopneck
A lightweight, white 100% cotton shirt with a crinkled texture and feminine scoop neckline.
(0)
$54.95 $54.95
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$54.95 $54.95
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Lightweight Cotton Apparel

Lightweight Cotton Apparel brings together a familiar fabric and a lighter feel, with plenty of room to express your own style. Building a wardrobe you enjoy starts with knowing what you reach for most: the colors that fill your closet, the shapes you like and the details that make something feel like you. Perhaps you favor a simple, understated look, or you like a little pattern alongside your everyday neutrals. Let those preferences guide your choices rather than choosing something that calls for a whole new wardrobe around it. Picture a few favorite pieces laid out together, with their familiar colors and proportions. An addition that fits naturally into that mix is a good place to begin, especially when you value versatility and timeless style over a passing trend.

When comparing lightweight cotton apparel, take a closer look at each item’s fabric description, measurements and fit information. “Lightweight” describes weight, but it doesn’t tell you everything about how a garment will look or feel. Cotton content, fabric construction and cut are worth checking individually rather than assuming every option is alike. For fit, a useful starting point is a garment you already own and love: compare its measurements with the information provided, paying attention to overall length and room through the areas where fit matters most to you. Product photos can also help you assess proportions, neckline shape and finishing details. If you prefer a closer or more relaxed silhouette, look for that distinction in the description instead of relying on size alone. Check the care label, too, so your choice fits the laundry routine you’re comfortable following.

For a gift, lightweight cotton apparel offers a personal way to build on someone’s established taste. Think about the colors they wear repeatedly, whether they lean toward solids or patterns and the silhouettes they tend to choose. Those everyday observations are often more helpful than picking something you would wear yourself. A familiar size is a starting point, but checking measurements and fit descriptions can make the selection more thoughtful. When shopping for your own wardrobe, take the same considered approach: look for what’s missing, what works with your favorites and what you genuinely look forward to wearing. There’s pleasure in opening a drawer and finding choices that feel right for you. A few well-chosen additions can bring that sense of ease without changing the style you’ve made your own.

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