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Quick-Dry Performance Clothing for Summer

Find quick-dry performance clothing for summer, with options to complement your seasonal wardrobe. Compare fit, fabric and care details on individual product pages to choose the pieces that suit your preferences and summer plans.

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Men's Sport Shorts with SUPPLEX® fabric, 8"
L.L.Bean Men's Sport Shorts with SUPPLEX® fabric, 8"
A yellow, quick-drying nylon short with UPF 50+ protection, breathable fabric, and a soft anti-odor liner.
(1,374)
$44.95 $44.95
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$44.95 $44.95
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Men's Sport Shorts with SUPPLEX® fabric, 6"
L.L.Bean Men's Sport Shorts with SUPPLEX® fabric, 6"
A blue nylon short with UPF 50+ protection, quick-drying mesh liner, drawstring waist and drainage pockets.
(1,262)
$44.95 $37.99
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What customers like:
Perfect fit
Comfortable wear
Quick-drying fabric
Versatile design
Durable material
$44.95 $37.99
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Men's SunSmart® Cool Weave Shirt Short-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's SunSmart® Cool Weave Shirt Short-Sleeve
A red, lightweight polyester-nylon shirt with moisture-wicking, quick-drying performance and UPF 50+ sun protection.
(600)
$59.95 $34.99
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What customers like:
Cool-looking
Good quality
Excellent for summer
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 blue, breathable stretch tee with UPF 50+ sun protection, moisture-wicking quick-dry performance and chafe-free seams.
(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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Men's Swift River Cooling Rash Guard
L.L.Bean Men's Swift River Cooling Rash Guard
A red polyester-spandex rash guard with UPF 50+ protection, moisture-wicking stretch, thumb loops and flatlock seams.
(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 Everyday SunSmart® Tee, Short-Sleeve, Logo
L.L.Bean Men's Everyday SunSmart® Tee, Short-Sleeve, Logo
A yellow, breathable polyester-blend tee with UPF 50+ sun protection, moisture-wicking stretch and quick-dry performance.
(391)
$44.95 $29.99
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$44.95 $29.99
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Men's Swift River Cooling Sun Shirt, Short-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's Swift River Cooling Sun Shirt, Short-Sleeve
A blue polyester-spandex swim shirt with UPF 50+ protection, quick-drying stretch, and chafe-free flatlock seams.
(338)
$49.95 $29.99
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What customers like:
High quality
True to size
Quick-drying
Soft fabric
Comfortable fit
$49.95 $29.99
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Men's Katahdin Performance Flannel Shirt
L.L.Bean Men's Katahdin Performance Flannel Shirt
A blue wool-blend performance flannel with quick-drying, water-repellent fabric, reinforced elbows and an easy snap-front design.
(0)
$99.95 $74.99
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$99.95 $74.99
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Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Shirt, Slightly Fitted, Long-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Shirt, Slightly Fitted, Long-Sleeve
A lightweight orange cotton-blend shirt with moisture-wicking stretch fabric, quick-drying performance, and a versatile untucked fit.
(0)
$74.95 $49.99
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$74.95 $49.99
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Men's Ultralight Adventure Polo, Long-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's Ultralight Adventure Polo, Long-Sleeve
A red, ultralight polyester polo that wicks moisture, dries quickly and stretches comfortably.
(0)
$64.95 $31.99
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$64.95 $31.99
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Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Chambray Shirt, Slightly Fitted, Long-Sleeve, Plaid
L.L.Bean Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Chambray Shirt, Slightly Fitted, Long-Sleeve, Plaid
A green plaid cotton-blend shirt with moisture-wicking stretch fabric, quick-drying performance, and hidden eyewear-cleaning hem.
(0)
$64.95 $44.99
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$64.95 $44.99
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Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Shirt, Slightly Fitted, Long-Sleeve, Plaid
L.L.Bean Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Shirt, Slightly Fitted, Long-Sleeve, Plaid
A yellow plaid shirt in lightweight cotton-blend stretch fabric that wicks moisture and dries quickly.
(0)
$74.95 $49.99
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$74.95 $49.99
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Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Chambray Shirt, Slightly Fitted, Long-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Chambray Shirt, Slightly Fitted, Long-Sleeve
A brown, ultralight cotton-blend chambray shirt with moisture-wicking stretch, quick-drying comfort and a versatile untucked fit.
(0)
$64.95 $64.95
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$64.95 $64.95
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Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Party Polo, Slightly Fitted, Short-Sleeve, Print
L.L.Bean Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Party Polo, Slightly Fitted, Short-Sleeve, Print
A blue cotton-blend polo with quick-dry stretch fabric, moisture-wicking comfort and UPF 50+ sun protection.
(0)
$59.95 $49.99
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$59.95 $49.99
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Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Party Polo, Slightly Fitted, Short-Sleeve, Stripe
L.L.Bean Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Party Polo, Slightly Fitted, Short-Sleeve, Stripe
A lightweight blue stretch polo that wicks moisture, dries quickly, and provides UPF 50+ sun protection.
(0)
$59.95 $59.95
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$59.95 $59.95
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Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Pima Henley, Slightly Fitted, Long-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Pima Henley, Slightly Fitted, Long-Sleeve
A blue Pima cotton-blend henley with stretch, quick-drying moisture-wicking comfort and UPF 30 sun protection.
(0)
$79.95 $64.99
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$79.95 $64.99
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Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Chambray Shirt, Slightly Fitted, Short-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Chambray Shirt, Slightly Fitted, Short-Sleeve
A blue, ultralight cotton-blend shirt with moisture-wicking stretch fabric, quick-drying performance, and a hidden cleaning cloth.
(0)
$54.95 $54.95
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$54.95 $54.95
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Men's Everyday SunSmart® Polo 2.0, Short-Sleeve Stripe
L.L.Bean Men's Everyday SunSmart® Polo 2.0, Short-Sleeve Stripe
A breathable, moisture-wicking striped polyester-blend polo with four-way stretch, quick-dry performance, and UPF 50+ sun protection.
(0)
$59.95 $39.99
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$59.95 $39.99
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Men's Swift River Cooling Sun Shirt, Short-Sleeve Graphic
L.L.Bean Men's Swift River Cooling Sun Shirt, Short-Sleeve Graphic
A blue polyester-spandex sun shirt with UPF 50+, quick-drying, moisture-wicking fabric and chafe-free flatlock seams.
(0)
$54.95 $34.99
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$54.95 $34.99
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Men's Bold Coast Lifestyle Tee, Long-Sleeve Hooded
L.L.Bean Men's Bold Coast Lifestyle Tee, Long-Sleeve Hooded
A gray hooded performance top in recycled polyester-spandex, with quick-drying moisture-wicking fabric and UPF 50+ protection.
(0)
$59.95 $50.99
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$59.95 $50.99
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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 blue polyester-blend quarter-zip with UPF 50+ protection, moisture-wicking comfort, quick-dry performance and stretch.
(0)
$64.95 $48.99
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$64.95 $48.99
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Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Shirt, Slightly Fitted, Short-Sleeve, Plaid
L.L.Bean Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Shirt, Slightly Fitted, Short-Sleeve, Plaid
A blue plaid short-sleeve shirt in lightweight cotton blend with moisture-wicking, quick-dry stretch fabric.
(0)
$64.95 $44.99
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$64.95 $44.99
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Men's Everyday SunSmart® Tee, Long-Sleeve Quarter-Zip Stripe
L.L.Bean Men's Everyday SunSmart® Tee, Long-Sleeve Quarter-Zip Stripe
A blue moisture-wicking, quick-drying stretch polyester-lyocell-elastane shirt with UPF 50+ protection and quarter-zip styling.
(0)
$69.95 $49.99
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$69.95 $49.99
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Quick-Dry Performance Clothing for Summer

Summer has a way of making the simplest plans the ones you look forward to most: a long afternoon with family, a little more daylight together, a reason to step outside after dinner. Quick-Dry Performance Clothing for Summer brings a practical focus to choosing what you wear through the season, with quick-dry options and styles that feel like you. When browsing, start with the pieces you reach for most often and consider what you appreciate about them—the shape of a neckline, the length of a sleeve, or a fit that feels neither too close nor too loose. Those familiar details are a useful starting point for finding something new. Quick-dry performance is an important part of the choice, but so is finding clothing you genuinely enjoy wearing. Look for a balance of the features named in each item’s description and the timeless style that earns a regular place in your wardrobe.

A good comparison goes beyond the size on the label. Check individual size charts and fit descriptions, and use the measurements of a favorite piece of clothing as a reference when dimensions are available. Think about where you prefer a hem to fall, how much room you like through the shoulders or waist, and whether you tend to choose a closer or more relaxed silhouette. Product photos can help you assess proportions, while descriptions offer the details that may not be obvious at a glance. Quick-dry clothing can differ from one item to the next, so read the care directions and any information about drying performance rather than assuming every option works the same way. Give pocket placement, closures and other design details a look, too, when they’re listed. Small preferences matter: a detail you barely notice while shopping can become the reason you keep choosing one piece over another.

For a summer wardrobe, it helps to choose with what you already own in mind. Familiar colors can make a new addition feel right at home, while a different shade or pattern can bring variety without changing your whole style. There’s no need to replace everything at once; a thoughtful addition can be a more satisfying choice than several pieces that don’t quite suit you. Quick-dry performance clothing can also make a considerate gift for someone who has mentioned wanting it, especially when you know their preferred fit and favorite styles. Take your cues from what they actually wear rather than what you imagine they might like. Whether you’re shopping for yourself or someone close to you, a little attention to those everyday preferences helps keep the choice personal—clothing selected with the wearer in mind, ready to become part of another summer’s memories.

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