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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 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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Men's SunSmart® Cool Weave Shirt Short-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's SunSmart® Cool Weave Shirt Short-Sleeve
A green, lightweight, breathable shirt with UPF 50+ protection and moisture-wicking, quick-dry performance.
(600)
$59.95 $34.99
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What customers like:
Cool-looking design
Excellent for summer
True to size
Good quality material
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 sea green, short-sleeve tee with UPF 50+ protection, made from a stretchy polyester blend.
(587)
$44.95 $29.99
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What customers like:
Good sun protection
Soft material
Lightweight
Versatile
Comfortable fit
$44.95 $29.99
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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, featuring stretch fabric and ample ventilation.
(461)
$69.95 $44.99
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What customers like:
Attractive appearance
Great quality
Durable fabric
High comfort
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 gray tee in a stretchy polyester blend, offering UPF 50+ sun protection and quick-dry comfort.
(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 short-sleeve swim shirt offering UPF 50+ protection with quick-drying, moisture-wicking fabric.
(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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Men's Tropicwear Shirt, Short-Sleeve Print
L.L.Bean Men's Tropicwear Shirt, Short-Sleeve Print
A short-sleeve shirt in deepwater blue watercamo with UPF 50+ protection and built-in stretch.
(181)
$74.95 $34.99
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What customers like:
High-quality fabric
Good fit
Comfortable to wear
$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 dark amber plaid 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 $74.95
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What customers like:
Attractive appearance
Fast drying
Lightweight
Good fit
Quick-drying
$74.95 $74.95
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Men's Cloud Gauze Shirt, Short-Sleeve, Slightly Fitted Untucked Fit, Plaid
L.L.Bean Men's Cloud Gauze Shirt, Short-Sleeve, Slightly Fitted Untucked Fit, Plaid
A superlight green plaid shirt in breathable crinkled cotton gauze with a relaxed, untucked fit.
(0)
$59.95 $29.99
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$59.95 $29.99
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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 sea green, long-sleeve quarter-zip tee offering UPF 50+ protection and moisture-wicking performance.
(0)
$64.95 $48.99
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$64.95 $48.99
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Men's West Branch Fishing Shirt, Long-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's West Branch Fishing Shirt, Long-Sleeve
A shadow blue long-sleeve fishing shirt made from recycled polyester with UPF 50+ sun protection.
(0)
$89 $43.99
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$89 $43.99
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Men's Tropicwear CoolPro Fishing Shirt, Long-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's Tropicwear CoolPro Fishing Shirt, Long-Sleeve
A green long-sleeve fishing shirt with UPF 50+, built-in stretch, and advanced cooling technology.
(0)
$89.95 $64.99
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$89.95 $64.99
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Men's Bold Coast Lifestyle Tee, Long-Sleeve Hooded Graphic
L.L.Bean Men's Bold Coast Lifestyle Tee, Long-Sleeve Hooded Graphic
A lightweight blue hooded tee with UPF 50+ protection, quick-drying recycled polyester blend, and stretch.
(0)
$64.95 $44.99
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$64.95 $44.99
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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 polo with UPF 50+ protection and moisture-wicking polyester blend for active comfort.
(0)
$59.95 $29.99
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$59.95 $29.99
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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 sea green, short-sleeve polo with UPF 50+ protection and moisture-wicking, quick-dry polyester blend.
(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 lightweight blue hooded tunic offering UPF 50+ protection with quick-drying recycled nylon blend fabric.
(0)
$79.95 $79.95
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$79.95 $79.95
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Men's SunSmart Comfort Crew, Long Sleeve.
L.L.Bean Men's SunSmart Comfort Crew, Long Sleeve.
A breathable gray long-sleeve crewneck tee with UPF 50+ protection, stretch, and moisture-wicking comfort.
(0)
$49.95 $49.95
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$49.95 $49.95
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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 short-sleeve swim shirt with UPF 50+ protection, quick-drying polyester/spandex, and chafe-free seams.
(0)
$54.95 $34.99
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$54.95 $34.99
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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, long-sleeve quarter-zip tee offering UPF 50+ sun protection and moisture-wicking comfort.
(0)
$69.95 $49.99
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$69.95 $49.99
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Men's Insect Shield Field Tee, Long-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's Insect Shield Field Tee, Long-Sleeve
An ultra-comfortable, forest shade long-sleeve tee with Insect Shield and UPF 50+ protection.
(0)
$54.95 $39.99
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$54.95 $39.99
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Men's Bold Coast Lifestyle Tee, Short-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's Bold Coast Lifestyle Tee, Short-Sleeve
A lightweight yellow tee made from a recycled polyester blend with UPF 50+ sun protection and quick-dry fabric.
(0)
$44.95 $44.95
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$44.95 $44.95
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Men's Bold Coast Lifestyle Tee, Short-Sleeve Graphic
L.L.Bean Men's Bold Coast Lifestyle Tee, Short-Sleeve Graphic
A lightweight gray tee in a recycled polyester blend, offering UPF 50+ sun protection and quick-drying comfort.
(0)
$49.95 $29.99
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$49.95 $29.99
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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 lightweight gray hooded tee made from a soft recycled polyester blend with UPF 50+ sun protection.
(0)
$59.95 $59.95
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$59.95 $59.95
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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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