Semi Formal Attire
Getting dressed up can still feel like you. Explore classic men's dress shirts and women's cardigans with the timeless style and quality you expect from L.L.Bean. Use these collections as starting points for your semi formal attire, and let the invitation's dress code guide your final look.
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Men's Dress Shirts
Keep your look classic with understated solids, stripes and checks.
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Women's Summer Knit Dress, Short-Sleeve Print
A blue printed jersey-knit dress with soft rayon-spandex stretch, faux-surplice styling, and a flattering empire waist.
What customers like:
Soft material
Durable quality
Versatile design
Comfortable fit
Flattering style
$64.95
$29.99
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Women's Signature Camp Shirt Dress, Button-Front
A blue cotton slub shirt dress with a removable belt, pockets, roll-tab sleeves, and curved hem.
What customers like:
Well-designed
Timeless style
Elegant
High-quality fabric
Simple yet stylish
$119
$89.99
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Women's Signature Castine Cotton Popover Dress
A light, flowing white cotton dobby dress with a fit-and-flare silhouette, elasticized waist, and convenient pockets.
$119
$59.99
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Women's L.L. Bean Heritage Washed Denim Shirt Dress
A soft-washed blue denim shirt dress in 100% cotton, with pockets and a tulip hem.
$99.95
$73.99
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Women's Summer Knit Dress, Three-Quarter-Sleeve Scoopneck Print
A black printed jersey-knit dress with stretch fabric, a flattering fit-and-flare silhouette, and three-quarter sleeves.
$69.95
$44.99
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Women's Cloud Gauze Midi Dress
A breezy white cotton cover-up dress with crinkled gauze, relaxed fit, side slits and roll-tab sleeves.
$79
$34.99
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Women's Summer Knit Dress, Three-Quarter-Sleeve Scoopneck
A black fit-and-flare midi dress in soft, stretchy rayon jersey with three-quarter sleeves and a flattering scoopneck.
$59.95
$39.99
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Women's Heritage Mariner Dress, Stripe
A white striped cotton jersey dress with a boatneck, pockets, side slits, and three-quarter sleeves.
$79
$38.99
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Women's Summer Knit Maxi Dress, Print
A blue printed jersey-knit dress in soft rayon-spandex with a flattering fit-and-flare silhouette and side slits.
$69
$33.99
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Women's Summer Knit Maxi Dress
A black fit-and-flare dress in soft, stretchy rayon jersey with an ankle-length drape and side slits.
$59.95
$29.99
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Women's Cloud Gauze Midi Dress
A white 100% cotton gauze midi dress with crinkled texture, adjustable waist, pockets, and V-neckline.
$79.95
$39.99
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Women's VentureStretch Seersucker Dress
A lightweight orange seersucker dress made from stretchy, recycled synthetic fabric with UPF 50+ sun protection.
$79
$38.99
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Women's Rocky Coast Slub-Knit Splitneck Dress
A comfortable orange cotton slub-knit dress featuring a split neckline, side slits, and convenient pockets.
$69
$33.99
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Women's L.L. Bean Heritage Washed Denim Shirt Dress, Garment-Dye
A soft-washed green denim shirt dress crafted from 100% cotton with convenient pockets and vintage-inspired appeal.
$99
$49.99
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Women's Cloud Gauze Midi Dress, Stripe
A lightweight orange-striped midi dress in crinkled 100% cotton gauze, featuring a drawstring waist and pockets.
$89.95
$44.99
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Women's Beech Point Dress, Print
A black printed dress in stretchy cotton-TENCEL™ Lyocell blend with UPF 50+ protection and A-line styling.
$79
$38.99
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Women's Cardigans
Discover classic cardigan styles with a simple, pulled-together look.
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Men's Handsewn Slippers, Flannel-Lined
A brown full-grain leather slipper with warm cotton flannel lining, rawhide laces and flexible crepe outsole.
What customers like:
Fits well
High quality
Attractive design
Comfortable to wear
Keeps feet warm
$69.95
$69.95
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Women's Wicked Good Clogs
A brown suede clog with sumptuous shearling lining, moisture-wicking warmth, and a durable traction outsole.
What customers like:
Good quality
Warmth
Durable
Arch support
Comfortable
$99.95
$99.95
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Men's Stonington Shoes, Moc-Toes
A brown, water-resistant leather shoe with moisture-wicking lining, cushioned EVA comfort and durable rubber traction.
What customers like:
Fit
Quality
Comfort
Water resistance
Versatility
$140
$140
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Men's Stonington Boots, Moc-Toe
A rugged brown leather moc-toe boot with moisture-wicking lining, cushioned EVA comfort, and durable rubber traction.
What customers like:
Durable construction
Versatile use
Lightweight design
Stylish appearance
Comfortable fit
$170
$170
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Men's Bucksport Shoes, Plain Toe
A brown waterproof leather shoe with triple-needle stitching, lugged traction, Goodyear welted support, and comfort.
What customers like:
Excellent quality
Durable
Great appearance
Versatile
Comfortable
$170
$170
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Men's Storm Chaser Boots 5, Leather Lace-Up
A gray waterproof leather boot with 200-gram PrimaLoft insulation, SolarCore warmth, and grippy rubber traction.
What customers like:
Perfect fit
Comfort
Warmth
Great color
Improved traction
$170
$170
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Men's Stonington Oxford Shoes, Plain Toe
A brown, water-resistant leather oxford with sneaker-like comfort, molded EVA cushioning, and durable rubber traction.
What customers like:
Attractive color
Versatile design
Comfortable out of the box
True to size
Non-slip soles
$140
$140
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Women's Eco Bay Oxfords, Nubuck Leather
A brown nubuck leather sneaker with recycled laces, cushioned support, and a traction outsole containing recycled materials.
What customers like:
Great fit
High-quality material
Versatile design
Attractive color options
Excellent comfort
$110
$69.99
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Women's Stonington Boots, Moc Toe
A black leather boot with a moc toe, water-resistant upper, EVA cushioning, and durable rubber traction.
What customers like:
Great fit
Versatile
Comfortable
Well made
Looks great
$170
$99.99
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Men's Bean Boots 8", Flannel-Lined Insulated
A brown leather-and-rubber boot with flannel insulation, waterproof construction, steel-shank support, and traction outsole.
What customers like:
Great fit
Light
Durable
Warm
Comfortable
$200
$200
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Men's Bean Boots, 6.5" Chelsea
A brown leather-and-rubber Chelsea boot with waterproof construction, chain-tread traction, and pull-on styling for wet conditions.
$160
$160
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Men's Kennebec Slip-On Shoes
A gray leather slip-on shoe with athletic-inspired cushioning, all-day support, and reliable wet-dry traction.
What customers like:
High quality
Nice looking
Perfect fit
Stylish
Comfortable
$130
$74.99
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Men's Kennebec Oxford Shoes
A brown leather oxford with athletic-inspired cushioning, supportive comfort, odor resistance, and reliable wet-dry traction.
What customers like:
Great fit
Versatile color
Stylish design
Comfortable wear
Dressy look
$130
$74.99
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Men's Bean Boots, Rubber Mocs
A brown leather-and-rubber slip-on with waterproof rubber bottoms, rawhide laces and supportive chain-tread outsoles.
$99.95
$99.95
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Blundstone
Adults' Blundstone 500 Chelsea Boots
A black leather pull-on boot with cushioned shock absorption, easy-on elastic panels, and a non-slip outsole.
$209.95
$209.95
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Women's Allagash Handsewn Oxfords
A red leather handsewn oxford featuring rawhide laces and a lightweight lugged outsole for traction.
$150
$150
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Men's Bean Boots, Slip-On Rubber Mocs
A brown leather-and-rubber slip-on with waterproof protection, cushioned comfort, and a steel shank for wet weather.
$99.95
$99.95
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Men's Allagash Handsewn Chukka Boots
A brown suede chukka boot with handsewn construction, rawhide laces, cushioned footbed and lightweight lugged outsole.
$180
$124.99
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Frye
Women's Frye Faith Loafers
A classic tan loafer crafted from milled nappa leather with a soft lining and durable rubber outsole.
$158
$158
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Men's Casco Bay Venetians
A brown leather slip-on moccasin with handsewn construction, a molded footbed and siped rubber traction outsole.
$99.95
$99.95
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Women's Stonington Chelsea Boots, Suede
A gray suede Chelsea boot with water-resistant leather, cushioned support, easy pull-on styling, and rubber traction.
$150
$99.99
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Blundstone
Women's Blundstone 9500 High Top Chelsea Boots
A black leather high-top Chelsea boot with elastic panels, cushioned comfort, and a grippy polyurethane outsole.
$219.95
$219.95
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Men's Portland Boots, Chelsea
A red leather Chelsea boot with elastic side panels and a lightweight lugged rubber outsole for reliable traction.
$190
$190
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Women's Eco Bay Chukka Boots, Leather
A brown waterproof nubuck chukka boot with recycled materials, cushioned EVA comfort and grippy rubber outsole.
$130
$84.99
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FAQs
Semi formal attire generally calls for a more dressed-up look than everyday casual clothing, without the formality of black tie. Expectations vary, so check the invitation and ask your host if the dress code isn't clear.
No. These collections offer individual pieces to consider, not complete semi formal outfits. Some styles are more casual than others, so choose with the overall look and your host's expectations in mind.
Start with the size chart and fit notes on each item's product page. Compare your measurements with the chart rather than assuming every style fits the same way.