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Lightweight Shirts For Boating

Find lightweight shirts for boating with classic style and the quality you expect from L.L.Bean. Browse the selection and compare fit, sizing and care details to choose a shirt for your next day on the water.

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Men's Wrinkle-Free Kennebunk Sport Shirt, Traditional Fit Short-Sleeve Check
L.L.Bean Men's Wrinkle-Free Kennebunk Sport Shirt, Traditional Fit Short-Sleeve Check
A wrinkle-free, 100% cotton poplin shirt in Bering Blue check with moisture-wicking TrueCool® fabric.
(2,628)
$59.95 $59.95
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What customers like:
Generous fit
High quality
Wrinkle-free
Easy to wear
Comfortable fabric
$59.95 $59.95
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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, 100% cotton seersucker shirt in white with a deep button-front placket and side slits.
(2,243)
$49.95 $29.99
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What customers like:
Washes well
Fits well
Good for summer
Lightweight
Comfortable
$49.95 $29.99
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Men's Tropics Shirt, Short-Sleeve Print
L.L.Bean Men's Tropics Shirt, Short-Sleeve Print
A green, 100% cotton tropical shirt with a relaxed fit and weathered look for ultimate comfort.
(2,027)
$54.95 $54.95
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What customers like:
Great color and pattern
Durable quality
Versatile style
Cool and lightweight
Comfortable fit
$54.95 $54.95
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Women's Vacationland Seersucker Shirt, Long-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Women's Vacationland Seersucker Shirt, Long-Sleeve
A relaxed-fit, white striped seersucker shirt made of 100% cotton with chest pockets and a longer length.
(1,957)
$59.95 $39.99
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What customers like:
Lightweight fabric
Soft material
Wrinkle-free
Versatile design
Comfortable fit
$59.95 $39.99
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Men's Katahdin Performance Flannel Shirt, Slightly Fitted
L.L.Bean Men's Katahdin Performance Flannel Shirt, Slightly Fitted
A multi-color plaid flannel shirt in a quick-drying, water-repellent polyester/wool blend for outdoor performance.
(1,345)
$99.95 $84.99
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What customers like:
Durable and high quality
Stylish appearance and vibrant colors
Warm and comfortable
Easy care and quick drying
Convenient snap closures
$99.95 $84.99
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Men's Comfort Stretch® Chambray Shirt, Traditional Untucked Fit, Long-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's Comfort Stretch® Chambray Shirt, Traditional Untucked Fit, Long-Sleeve
An indigo long-sleeve chambray shirt with built-in stretch, perfect for wearing untucked.
(1,214)
$69.95 $49.99
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What customers like:
High quality
Versatile design
Soft fabric
Good stretch
Comfortable fit
$69.95 $49.99
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Men's Tropicwear Shirt, Long-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's Tropicwear Shirt, Long-Sleeve
A white long-sleeve shirt made from lightweight, UPF 50+ polyester/nylon with venting and stretch.
(980)
$74.95 $74.95
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$74.95 $74.95
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Women's Tropicwear Shirt, Long-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Women's Tropicwear Shirt, Long-Sleeve
A blue long-sleeve shirt with UPF 50+, built-in stretch, and wrinkle-free polyester/nylon fabric.
(893)
$74.95 $74.95
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What customers like:
Excellent sun protection
Lightweight and breathable
Versatile style
Wrinkle-free fabric
Comfortable fit
$74.95 $74.95
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Women's Cloud Gauze Shirt, Long-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Women's Cloud Gauze Shirt, Long-Sleeve
A supersoft white long-sleeve shirt in crinkled 100% cotton, perfect for warm weather.
(867)
$69.95 $69.95
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What customers like:
Supersoft fabric
Stylish design
High quality construction
Perfect for layering
Comfortable fit
$69.95 $69.95
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Men's SunSmart® Cool Weave Shirt Short-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's SunSmart® Cool Weave Shirt Short-Sleeve
A lightweight red shirt offering UPF 50+ protection with moisture-wicking, quick-dry, and abrasion-resistant fabric.
(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
L.L.Bean Men's Everyday SunSmart® Tee, Short-Sleeve
A breathable, sun-blocking tee in carbon navy with UPF 50+ and moisture-wicking, quick-dry performance.
(587)
$44.95 $29.99
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What customers like:
Effective sun protection
Lightweight and breathable
Soft and cozy material
Versatile and well-made
Comfortable fit
$44.95 $29.99
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Women's Tropicwear Shirt, Short-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Women's Tropicwear Shirt, Short-Sleeve
A women's short-sleeve shirt in rhubarb with UPF 50+ protection, made from soft polyester/nylon blend.
(557)
$69.95 $44.99
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What customers like:
High quality
Lightweight
Great color
Perfect for hot days
Comfortable fit
$69.95 $44.99
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Men's Swift River Cooling Rash Guard
L.L.Bean Men's Swift River Cooling Rash Guard
A red rash guard with UPF 50+, quick-drying fabric, and chafe-free comfort for water activities.
(470)
$59.95 $39.99
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What customers like:
Effective sun protection
Cooling effect
Meets expectations
Good fit
Lightweight coverage
$59.95 $39.99
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Men's Tropicwear Shirt, Short-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's Tropicwear Shirt, Short-Sleeve
A gray short-sleeve shirt with UPF 50+ protection, made from soft polyester/nylon with built-in stretch.
(461)
$69.95 $44.99
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What customers like:
High quality
Great comfort
Attractive appearance
Durable material
Excellent fit
$69.95 $44.99
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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 blue polyester-blend tee offering UPF 50+ sun protection, stretch, and moisture-wicking comfort.
(391)
$44.95 $29.99
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$44.95 $29.99
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Women's Tropicwear Shirt, Short-Sleeve Print
L.L.Bean Women's Tropicwear Shirt, Short-Sleeve Print
A women's short-sleeve shirt in rhubarb fish print, featuring UPF 50+ protection and moisture-wicking fabric.
(314)
$74.95 $25.99
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What customers like:
Washes well
Perfect for summer
Fun print
Lightweight
Comfortable
$74.95 $25.99
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Women's Tropicwear Shirt, Plaid Short-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Women's Tropicwear Shirt, Plaid Short-Sleeve
A surf blue, short-sleeve shirt with UPF 50+ protection, made from lightweight, stretchy polyester/nylon blend.
(314)
$74.95 $49.99
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What customers like:
Washes well
High quality
Great for summer
Good fit
Sharp look
$74.95 $49.99
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Women's Heritage Mariner Top, Boatneck Three-Quarter-Sleeve Blocked Stripe
L.L.Bean Women's Heritage Mariner Top, Boatneck Three-Quarter-Sleeve Blocked Stripe
A relaxed-fit tan cotton jersey top with nautical stripes and a classic boatneck design.
(309)
$49.95 $24.99
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What customers like:
Beautiful plaids
Wonderful fabric
Perfect fit
Cute design
Snug fit
$49.95 $24.99
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Men's Technical Fishing Graphic Tees, Short-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's Technical Fishing Graphic Tees, Short-Sleeve
A comfortable cotton-blend tee with fun fishing graphics, perfect for staying cool and dry outdoors.
(190)
$29.95 $29.95
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What customers like:
Great fit
Comfortable cotton material
Attractive fishing graphic
True to size
Very breathable
$29.95 $29.95
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Men's Tropicwear Shirt, Short-Sleeve Print
L.L.Bean Men's Tropicwear Shirt, Short-Sleeve Print
A lightweight, multi-color nylon shirt with UPF 50+, built-in stretch, venting, and eye-catching fish print.
(181)
$74.95 $34.99
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$74.95 $34.99
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Men's Tropicwear Shirt, Plaid Long-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's Tropicwear Shirt, Plaid Long-Sleeve
A surf blue, long-sleeve shirt with UPF 50+ protection, built-in stretch, and excellent venting.
(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 Shirt, Plaid Short-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's Tropicwear Shirt, Plaid Short-Sleeve
A blue plaid short-sleeve shirt with UPF 50+ protection and built-in stretch for comfort.
(143)
$74.95 $62.99
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What customers like:
Attractive appearance
Fast drying
Lightweight
Good fit
Quick-drying
$74.95 $62.99
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Men's Ultralight Adventure Polo, Long-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's Ultralight Adventure Polo, Long-Sleeve
A lightweight, quick-drying red long-sleeve polo with moisture-wicking polyester and a two-snap placket.
(0)
$64.95 $31.99
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$64.95 $31.99
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Men's Everyday SunSmart® Tee, Long-Sleeve Quarter-Zip
L.L.Bean Men's Everyday SunSmart® Tee, Long-Sleeve Quarter-Zip
A breathable, sun-blocking quarter-zip tee in carbon navy with moisture-wicking, quick-dry polyester blend fabric.
(0)
$64.95 $48.99
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$64.95 $48.99
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Lightweight Shirts For Boating

There’s something to look forward to in a day on the boat: familiar faces at the dock, a favorite stretch of shoreline and time together without a packed schedule. Lightweight Shirts For Boating brings an easy starting point to choosing what to wear for those outings, with a focus on lighter-weight styles and a look that feels like you. When comparing shirts, start with the shapes you already enjoy wearing. A familiar neckline, preferred sleeve length and a cut that suits your style can help narrow the choices more meaningfully than appearance alone. Think about whether you like your shirts tucked in or left untucked, whether you prefer a close or relaxed fit, and which details you’ll appreciate each time you get dressed. The right choice belongs as naturally in your wardrobe as a Saturday on the water belongs on your calendar.

Fit deserves a little extra attention when shopping for a boating shirt. Compare the listed measurements with a shirt you own and like, paying particular attention to the shoulders, chest and overall length. If you expect to wear another layer underneath, account for it when checking the size information rather than automatically ordering a size up. Product photos can help you judge proportions, while individual descriptions and care instructions give you a clearer picture of what you’re buying. Lightweight describes one part of a shirt, not everything about it, so let the details of each option guide your decision. Color and pattern matter, too: a solid shade can keep the look simple, while a favorite stripe or print adds personality. Choosing something that coordinates with the shorts and pants you already own makes the decision feel less complicated.

A lightweight boating shirt can also make a thoughtful gift for someone who always volunteers to plan the next afternoon afloat. Picture the person rather than just the occasion: the friend who favors button-front shirts, the parent who wears the same familiar colors, or the partner who has a clear preference for longer sleeves. Taking those small habits into account makes a gift feel personal without requiring a complete wardrobe rethink. Check their usual size and preferred fit, and look over the care requirements before choosing. Whether you’re shopping for yourself or someone you love spending time with, keep the focus on individual taste and the boating plans ahead—the early meeting at the marina, the leisurely route past the islands and the conversations that continue long after you’ve tied up at the dock.

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