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Shade Shirts

Explore shade shirts with the quality and classic, outdoor-inspired style you expect from L.L.Bean. Compare fit, fabric and features in each shirt’s product details to find an option that suits your preferences.

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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 sun shirt offering UPF 50+ protection, quick-drying comfort, stretch, and chafe-free seams.
(338)
$49.95 $29.99
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What customers like:
High quality
Attractive color
Quick-drying
Soft fabric
Comfortable fit
$49.95 $29.99
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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 sun-blocking tee in a soft polyester-lyocell blend with UPF 50+, stretch and quick-drying performance.
(0)
$44.95 $29.99
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$44.95 $29.99
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Men's Everyday SunSmart® Tee, Short-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's Everyday SunSmart® Tee, Short-Sleeve
A gray, breathable, moisture-wicking polyester-lyocell blend with UPF 50+ protection and stretch for active comfort.
(587)
$44.95 $29.99
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$44.95 $29.99
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Women's SunSmart Comfort Crew, Long-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Women's SunSmart Comfort Crew, Long-Sleeve
A gray long-sleeve sun-protective shirt in buttery-soft recycled polyester blend, with UPF 50+, stretch, moisture-wicking performance.
(0)
$49.95 $36.99
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$49.95 $36.99
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Men's Tropicwear Shirt, Long-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's Tropicwear Shirt, Long-Sleeve
A white, lightweight polyester-nylon shirt with UPF 50+ protection, stretch, ventilation and secure pockets.
(980)
$74.95 $74.95
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What customers like:
Great fit
Light and comfortable wear
Good quality
Sun protection
Versatility
$74.95 $74.95
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Women's Tropicwear Shirt, Long-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Women's Tropicwear Shirt, Long-Sleeve
A white, lightweight nylon-polyester shirt with UPF 50+, stretch, venting and roll-up sleeves for sun-protected comfort.
(893)
$74.95 $54.99
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What customers like:
Great fit
Sun protection
Versatile
Comfortable
Soft fabric
$74.95 $54.99
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Women's Everyday SunSmart® Woven Shirt, Quarter-Zip Pullover Colorblock
L.L.Bean Women's Everyday SunSmart® Woven Shirt, Quarter-Zip Pullover Colorblock
A tan, lightweight polyester pullover with UPF 50+ protection, moisture-wicking stretch, and quarter-zip ventilation.
(274)
$74.95 $54.99
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$74.95 $54.99
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Women's Everyday SunSmart® Lifestyle Tee, Short-Sleeve Print
L.L.Bean Women's Everyday SunSmart® Lifestyle Tee, Short-Sleeve Print
A blue polyester-blend tee with UPF 50+ sun protection, moisture-wicking comfort, quick-drying performance, and stretch.
(0)
$49.95 $41.99
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$49.95 $41.99
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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 tan polyester-blend quarter-zip shirt with UPF 50+ protection, moisture-wicking stretch, and quick-drying comfort.
(0)
$69.95 $49.99
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$69.95 $49.99
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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+ protection, quick-drying comfort and chafe-free flatlock seams.
(0)
$54.95 $34.99
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$54.95 $34.99
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Women's SunSmart® UPF 50+ SunShirt, Long Sleeve
L.L.Bean Women's SunSmart® UPF 50+ SunShirt, Long Sleeve
A red, long-sleeve UPF 50+ sun shirt in recycled nylon-elastane that wicks moisture and dries quickly.
(0)
$54.95 $37.99
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$54.95 $37.99
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Men's Everyday SunSmart® Polo 2.0, Short-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's Everyday SunSmart® Polo 2.0, Short-Sleeve
A green polyester-blend polo with UPF 50+ sun protection, moisture-wicking performance, quick-dry comfort, and stretch.
(0)
$54.95 $34.99
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$54.95 $34.99
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Women's SunSmart® UPF 50+ Sun Shirt, Hooded Tunic Print
L.L.Bean Women's SunSmart® UPF 50+ Sun Shirt, Hooded Tunic Print
A blue hooded tunic in recycled nylon-elastane fabric offers UPF 50+ protection, moisture-wicking comfort and quick-drying.
(0)
$79.95 $79.95
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$79.95 $79.95
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Men's Tropicwear Shirt, Plaid Long-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's Tropicwear Shirt, Plaid Long-Sleeve
A blue plaid sunblocking shirt with UPF 50+, built-in stretch, venting, and recycled polyester blend.
(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 Sunwashed Twill Shirt, Slightly Fitted
L.L.Bean Men's Sunwashed Twill Shirt, Slightly Fitted
A green cotton twill shirt specially washed for softness, with subtle texture and a button-down collar.
(0)
$69.95 $59.99
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$69.95 $59.99
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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 UPF 50+ sun protection and moisture-wicking, quick-drying performance.
(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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Toddlers' Everyday SunSmart® Tee, Long-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Toddlers' Everyday SunSmart® Tee, Long-Sleeve
A multicolor, moisture-wicking polyester-blend tee with UPF 50+ sun protection, quick-drying stretch, and chafe-free comfort.
(0)
$36.95 $12.99
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$36.95 $12.99
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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 green striped polyester-blend polo with UPF 50+ sun protection, moisture-wicking, quick-drying performance and stretch.
(0)
$59.95 $29.99
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$59.95 $29.99
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Men's Everyday SunSmart® Tee, Short-Sleeve, Logo
L.L.Bean Men's Everyday SunSmart® Tee, Short-Sleeve, Logo
A gray polyester-blend tee with UPF 50+ sun protection, moisture-wicking stretch and quick-drying comfort.
(391)
$44.95 $44.95
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$44.95 $44.95
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Men's Stonecoast Hemp Shirt, Slightly Fitted, Long-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's Stonecoast Hemp Shirt, Slightly Fitted, Long-Sleeve
A tan long-sleeve hemp-cotton shirt with stretch, breathable durability, button-down collar and untucked styling.
(0)
$79.95 $38.99
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$79.95 $38.99
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Men's Stonecoast Hemp Shirt, Slightly Fitted, Short-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's Stonecoast Hemp Shirt, Slightly Fitted, Short-Sleeve
A tan, breathable hemp-cotton shirt with stretch, a chest pocket and untucked design for lasting comfort.
(0)
$64.95 $44.99
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$64.95 $44.99
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Women's SunSmart UPF 50+ SunShirt, Long-Sleeve Print
L.L.Bean Women's SunSmart UPF 50+ SunShirt, Long-Sleeve Print
A multicolor, moisture-wicking sun shirt in recycled nylon-elastane fabric offers UPF 50+ coverage and quick-drying comfort.
(0)
$59.95 $37.99
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$59.95 $37.99
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Men's Sunwashed Denim Shirt, Slightly Fitted
L.L.Bean Men's Sunwashed Denim Shirt, Slightly Fitted
A blue, midweight cotton shirt with a sunwashed finish, Western snaps, and practical chest pockets.
(0)
$59.95 $59.95
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$59.95 $59.95
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Men's Tropicwear Shirt, Short-Sleeve Print
L.L.Bean Men's Tropicwear Shirt, Short-Sleeve Print
A blue, lightweight nylon-polyester sun shirt with UPF 50+, stretch, venting, and convenient security pockets.
(181)
$74.95 $34.99
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What customers like:
Quality fabric
Good fit
Comfortable to wear
$74.95 $34.99
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Shade Shirts

Shade Shirts offer a place to start when you’re looking for a shirt that feels like your style—not a departure from it. As you browse, think about the shirts you already reach for most often and the details they have in common. It might be a straight hem you prefer to leave untucked, a collar that gives an outfit a finished look, or a simple neckline with little extra detail. Those familiar preferences can be more helpful than choosing by color alone. Look closely at the front and back views, the sleeve shape, and the proportions through the body. A shirt can catch your eye in a photo, but the best choice for your wardrobe is often the one you can picture alongside the pants, shorts, and other favorites already in your closet.

Fit deserves a little extra attention when comparing Shade Shirts. Start with the size chart and any fit notes in the individual listing rather than assuming your usual size will look the same in every cut. A favorite shirt laid flat at home makes a useful reference: compare its measurements with any garment measurements provided, paying particular attention to chest width, shoulder placement, and length. Consider your preferred silhouette, too. If you like a little room through the body, look for a cut described that way instead of relying on a larger size, which may also change the proportions at the shoulders and sleeves. Listing photos can help you judge how a hem falls and how much shape a shirt has through the waist. Taking a moment with those details helps narrow a long list into choices that reflect what you actually like to wear.

Color and design are where a shirt starts to feel personal. Someone whose closet is full of solid colors may appreciate another understated option, while a person who regularly wears patterns might enjoy a design with a bit more character. For a gift, look to the recipient’s habits rather than imagining a whole new wardrobe for them: the sleeve lengths they choose, the collars they favor, and whether they tend toward subtle or more noticeable details. Think of the shirt hanging by their closet door, paired with the same well-loved pants they reach for week after week. That familiar picture is a useful test for your selection. Before deciding, review the individual description, sizing information, and care directions so the choice fits their preferences as well as their routine. A thoughtful shirt purchase doesn’t need to reinvent anyone’s style; it can simply add another welcome option.

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