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Plus Size Sun Shirts

Shop plus size sun shirts with your preferred fit and style in mind. Browse the selection, then check individual product details and size charts to compare measurements, sleeve length and coverage before choosing your shirt.

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Women's SunSmart® UPF 50+ SunShirt, Long Sleeve
L.L.Bean Women's SunSmart® UPF 50+ SunShirt, Long Sleeve
A lightweight red long-sleeve sunshirt offering UPF 50+ protection in a silky recycled nylon-elastane blend.
(0)
$54.95 $37.99
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$54.95 $37.99
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Women's SunSmart Comfort Hoodie, Long-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Women's SunSmart Comfort Hoodie, Long-Sleeve
A buttery soft pink hoodie offering UPF 50+ sun protection, moisture-wicking comfort, and stretch.
(0)
$49.95 $36.99
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$49.95 $36.99
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Women's Cloud Gauze Shirt, Long-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Women's Cloud Gauze Shirt, Long-Sleeve
A supersoft, crinkled 100% cotton long-sleeve shirt in white, perfect for warm weather.
(867)
$69.95 $69.95
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What customers like:
Quality fabric
Well-made construction
Stylish design
Comfort
Softness
$69.95 $69.95
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Women's SunSmart Comfort Crew, Long-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Women's SunSmart Comfort Crew, Long-Sleeve
A buttery soft pink long-sleeve shirt offering UPF 50+ sun protection, stretch, and moisture-wicking comfort.
(0)
$49.95 $36.99
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$49.95 $36.99
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Women's Tropicwear CoolPro Fishing Shirt, Long-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Women's Tropicwear CoolPro Fishing Shirt, Long-Sleeve
A purple long-sleeve fishing shirt in soft, stretchy nylon with UPF 50+ sun protection and cooling technology.
(0)
$89.95 $66.99
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$89.95 $66.99
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Women's Tropicwear Shirt, Long-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Women's Tropicwear Shirt, Long-Sleeve
A long-sleeve, wrinkle-free shirt with UPF 50+ protection, built-in stretch, and excellent venting.
(893)
$74.95 $74.95
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What customers like:
Great fit
Sun protection
Lightweight
Versatile
Comfortable
$74.95 $74.95
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Women's Tropicwear Shirt, Short-Sleeve Print
L.L.Bean Women's Tropicwear Shirt, Short-Sleeve Print
A pink short-sleeve shirt with UPF 50+, featuring moisture-wicking, wrinkle-resistant fabric and fish print.
(314)
$74.95 $49.99
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What customers like:
Washes well
Perfect for summer
Fun print
Lightweight
Comfortable fit
$74.95 $49.99
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Women's Sunwashed Openwork Sweater, Short-Sleeve Henley
L.L.Bean Women's Sunwashed Openwork Sweater, Short-Sleeve Henley
A tan short-sleeve henley sweater featuring open stitchwork and a soft cotton blend for warm days.
(0)
$69.95 $69.95
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$69.95 $69.95
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Women's Everyday SunSmart® Lifestyle Tee, Short-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Women's Everyday SunSmart® Lifestyle Tee, Short-Sleeve
A white polyester-blend tee offering UPF 50+ sun protection, moisture-wicking comfort, and easy stretch.
(0)
$44.95 $29.99
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$44.95 $29.99
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Women's Wrinkle-Free Pinpoint Oxford Shirt, Relaxed Fit Long-Sleeve Print
L.L.Bean Women's Wrinkle-Free Pinpoint Oxford Shirt, Relaxed Fit Long-Sleeve Print
A relaxed-fit blue cotton shirt featuring wrinkle-free pinpoint fabric and pretty prints for effortless style.
(2,754)
$79.95 $64.99
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$79.95 $64.99
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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 cotton seersucker shirt with a deep button-front placket and side slits.
(2,243)
$49.95 $29.99
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What customers like:
Cool and comfortable
Perfect fit
Great quality
Versatile
Nice color
$49.95 $29.99
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Women's Vacationland Seersucker Shirt, Long-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Women's Vacationland Seersucker Shirt, Long-Sleeve
A relaxed-fit, 100% cotton seersucker shirt in bright capri stripes, offering great coverage and chest pockets.
(1,957)
$59.95 $39.99
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What customers like:
Soft material
Cute print
Good fit
Comfortable
Fresh look
$59.95 $39.99
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Women's Ridgeknit Crossneck Pullover
L.L.Bean Women's Ridgeknit Crossneck Pullover
A blue textured funnelneck pullover in a soft polyester blend with four-way stretch and moisture-wicking comfort.
(731)
$89.95 $89.95
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What customers like:
Nice color combination
Attractive design
Stylish appearance
Comfortable fit
$89.95 $89.95
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Women's Tropicwear Shirt, Plaid Short-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Women's Tropicwear Shirt, Plaid Short-Sleeve
A purple plaid short-sleeve shirt offering UPF 50+ protection with a comfortable, stretchy fit.
(314)
$74.95 $49.99
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What customers like:
Washes well
High quality
Great for summer
Stylish appearance
Comfortable fit
$74.95 $49.99
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Women's Ridgeknit Half-Zip Pullover, Oversized
L.L.Bean Women's Ridgeknit Half-Zip Pullover, Oversized
An oversized orange pullover with four-way stretch, moisture-wicking fabric, and convenient thumbholes.
(0)
$89.95 $44.99
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$89.95 $44.99
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Women's Mountainside Shirt
L.L.Bean Women's Mountainside Shirt
A blue TENCEL™ Lyocell shirt offering ultrabreathable, moisture-wicking comfort with a relaxed fit.
(0)
$79 $38.99
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$79 $38.99
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Women's No Fly Zone Explorer Shirt
L.L.Bean Women's No Fly Zone Explorer Shirt
A pink seersucker shirt made from recycled nylon blend, offering UPF 50+ sun protection and insect repellent.
(0)
$89.95 $89.95
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$89.95 $89.95
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Women's BeanSport Swimwear, Halter Tankini Top Print
L.L.Bean Women's BeanSport Swimwear, Halter Tankini Top Print
A black V-neck halter tankini top with quick-drying Italian fabric and UPF 50+ sun protection.
(0)
$64.95 $29.99
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$64.95 $29.99
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Women's BeanSport Swimwear, Halter Tankini Top
L.L.Bean Women's BeanSport Swimwear, Halter Tankini Top
A black V-neck halter tankini top with quick-dry Italian fabric and UPF 50+ sun protection.
(0)
$59.95 $29.99
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$59.95 $29.99
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Women's Ridgeknit Full-Zip Jacket
L.L.Bean Women's Ridgeknit Full-Zip Jacket
A red polyester-blend full-zip jacket with four-way stretch, moisture-wicking fabric, and thumbhole cuffs.
(0)
$99.95 $84.99
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$99.95 $84.99
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Women's SunSmart® UPF 50+ Sun Shirt, Hooded Tunic
L.L.Bean Women's SunSmart® UPF 50+ Sun Shirt, Hooded Tunic
A lightweight red hooded tunic in recycled nylon blend, offering UPF 50+ sun protection and quick-dry comfort.
(0)
$79.95 $47.99
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$79.95 $47.99
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Women's L.L.Bean Coastal Cotton Cover-Up Caftan, Print
L.L.Bean Women's L.L.Bean Coastal Cotton Cover-Up Caftan, Print
A relaxed-fit, multi-color cotton poplin caftan with dolman sleeves and a cinch waist for breezy coverage.
(0)
$59.95 $39.99
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$59.95 $39.99
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Women's BeanSport Swimwear, Scoopneck Tankini Top, Print
L.L.Bean Women's BeanSport Swimwear, Scoopneck Tankini Top, Print
A black scoopneck tankini top offering full coverage, UPF 50+ protection, and quick-drying Italian fabric.
(2,009)
$59.95 $29.99
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What customers like:
High-quality material
Quick-drying fabric
Flattering design
Attractive color options
Comfortable fit
$59.95 $29.99
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Men's Tropicwear Shirt, Long-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's Tropicwear Shirt, Long-Sleeve
A white long-sleeve shirt with UPF 50+ protection, built-in stretch, and wrinkle-free fabric.
(980)
$74.95 $74.95
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$74.95 $74.95
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Plus Size Sun Shirts

Plus size sun shirts bring together a familiar shirt style and a size category that makes fit an important part of the selection. Finding a favorite starts with more than the number on a label: proportions, personal style, and the way a shirt works with the rest of a wardrobe all matter. Two shirts marked with the same size can have different measurements and silhouettes, making the individual size chart and fit description useful points of comparison. Bust, waist, and hip measurements provide a starting point, while shoulder placement, sleeve length, and the shape of the hem help complete the picture. Someone who prefers a closer silhouette may choose differently from someone who likes extra room through the middle, and neither preference needs to take second place to a size label. A well-loved shirt already in the closet can offer a helpful reference for length and proportions, especially when its measurements are compared with garment measurements, where provided. The most useful distinction is between body measurements and garment measurements, since they describe different things and should not be treated as interchangeable. Product photographs can also help show how a silhouette looks from the front, side, and back, although the written fit details remain important. A hem that looks long on one person may sit differently on another, depending on height and torso length. Within a plus size sun shirt selection, these details make browsing more personal: the goal is a shirt that feels like a natural addition to an existing wardrobe, not a reason to change an established sense of style. Simple lines, a preferred neckline, and familiar proportions can be just as meaningful as color or pattern when choosing something to wear again and again. Those everyday preferences give the category its variety and make a thoughtful comparison worthwhile.

The details of each sun shirt deserve a closer look because the category name alone does not describe everything about an individual garment. Fabric composition, construction, care directions, and any stated product attributes belong to the individual shirt and are best compared in its own description. Material information is especially useful for shoppers who already know what they like in a favorite top, but a fiber name by itself does not establish how a finished garment will feel or fit. The fabric description, garment measurements, and accompanying photographs offer a fuller picture together. Likewise, any intended activity should be confirmed in the product details rather than assumed from the words “sun shirt.” That distinction keeps the choice grounded in the actual garment and the plans of the person wearing it. Fit preferences also extend beyond standing in front of a mirror. Reaching for something on a shelf, sitting at a table, or bending to tie a shoe can reveal whether a neckline, sleeve, or hem sits where it is wanted. When trying on a shirt, those ordinary movements provide a more realistic sense of fit than checking the front view alone. For styles with closures, the way the front lies when seated is another useful detail; for any silhouette, the position of the shoulder seam and the amount of room through the upper arm can influence personal preference. Length deserves equal attention, particularly for someone who has a clear preference for wearing shirts tucked or untucked. Care is another practical consideration when comparing choices. A garment’s care label should determine washing, drying, and any other treatment, rather than a routine borrowed from a different shirt. Checking those directions before choosing helps match the garment to the care habits of its future owner. For questions about durability, look to documented construction details and care information instead of treating appearance, fabric weight, or a category label as a promise of longevity.

Personal style gives plus size sun shirts a place in a wardrobe beyond their measurements and written specifications. A shopper who gravitates toward understated outfits may start with a simple-looking silhouette, while someone who enjoys expressive dressing may give more attention to the colors and patterns shown in the selection. Neither approach requires an entirely new outfit. Thinking about a favorite pair of pants, a familiar skirt, or the accessories already worn most often can make the choice feel straightforward. The relationship between shirt length and the waistline of a bottom is often more useful than considering either piece alone. A photograph of an outfit already enjoyed can even serve as a reminder of preferred proportions while browsing. Necklines and sleeve shapes are similarly personal: some people like a consistent look across their shirts, while others enjoy having several distinct silhouettes to choose from. These preferences can help narrow the selection without assuming that every plus size shopper wants the same cut or styling. For a broader look at another shirt category, Plus Size Cotton Shirts offers a related place to browse, with each garment’s details providing the basis for comparison. Sun shirts can also be considered as a gift for someone who has expressed an interest in the category, especially when their preferred size and fit are known. A recipient’s own wardrobe is a better reference than guessing from appearance, and a familiar size label is most useful when paired with the relevant size chart. Details such as a favorite neckline, preferred hem length, or usual approach to garment care can make the selection more thoughtful. Whether the shirt is for a gift or a personal wardrobe, the most meaningful choice brings together the product’s stated details and the wearer’s preferences. Clear information, a considered fit, and a style that feels familiar make it easier to choose with confidence.
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