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Sports Tops For Women

Find sports tops for women with the quality and versatile style you expect from L.L.Bean. Browse women’s athletic tops and compare individual product details for fit, sizing and design to find the right options for your wardrobe.

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Women's Cresta Ultralight 150 Crew Top, Stripe
L.L.Bean Women's Cresta Ultralight 150 Crew Top, Stripe
A striped, form-fitting 100% merino wool base layer with moisture-wicking warmth, odor resistance and thumbhole cuffs.
(67)
$89.95 $75.99
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What customers like:
Provides good warmth
Works well as long underwear
Soft merino wool material
$89.95 $75.99
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Women's L.L.Bean Everyday Performance Tank, Cropped
L.L.Bean Women's L.L.Bean Everyday Performance Tank, Cropped
A black polyester-blend performance tank with UPF 50+, moisture-wicking stretch, built-in shelf bra, and removable cups.
(0)
$69.95 $34.99
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$69.95 $34.99
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Women's Cresta Ultralight 150 Turtleneck, Stripe
L.L.Bean Women's Cresta Ultralight 150 Turtleneck, Stripe
A striped multicolor turtleneck in itch-free merino wool, with moisture-wicking, odor-resistant comfort for cold-weather activities.
(0)
$99.95 $84.99
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$99.95 $84.99
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Women's Cresta Ultralight 150 Hoodie, Stripe
L.L.Bean Women's Cresta Ultralight 150 Hoodie, Stripe
A multicolor, itch-free 100% merino wool hoodie that wicks moisture, resists odors, and layers for pursuits.
(0)
$99.95 $84.99
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$99.95 $84.99
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Women's Cresta Midweight 250 T-Zip Top
L.L.Bean Women's Cresta Midweight 250 T-Zip Top
A black, itch-free merino wool base layer with moisture-wicking, odor-resistant warmth and thumbhole cuffs.
(203)
$120 $120
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What customers like:
Well-made
Warmth
True to size
Versatile
Comfortable
$120 $120
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Women's Ribbed Performance Tee, Long-Sleeve Splitneck
L.L.Bean Women's Ribbed Performance Tee, Long-Sleeve Splitneck
A blue ribbed top in a moisture-wicking polyester, TENCEL™ Lyocell and spandex blend with UPF 50+.
(0)
$59.95 $24.99
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$59.95 $24.99
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Women's Streamside Tee, Short-Sleeve Splitneck
L.L.Bean Women's Streamside Tee, Short-Sleeve Splitneck
A black, lightweight polyester-blend shirt that wicks moisture, dries quickly, and stretches comfortably for active days.
(1,310)
$49.95 $29.99
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What customers like:
Well-made
Lightweight
Stylish design
Comfortable
Great color options
$49.95 $29.99
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Women's Cresta Ultralight 150 Crew Top
L.L.Bean Women's Cresta Ultralight 150 Crew Top
A lightweight gray merino wool base layer with thumbhole cuffs and flat-lock seams for smooth, warm comfort.
(147)
$89.95 $89.95
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What customers like:
Lightweight warmth
Not itchy
Machine washable
Versatile
Comfortable
$89.95 $89.95
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Women's Cresta Midweight 250 Crew Top
L.L.Bean Women's Cresta Midweight 250 Crew Top
A black, itch-free merino wool base layer that wicks moisture, resists odor and provides versatile warmth.
(364)
$99.95 $99.95
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What customers like:
Great fit
Breathable fabric
High quality
Perfect base layer
Excellent warmth
$99.95 $99.95
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Women's Access Trail Polo, Short-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Women's Access Trail Polo, Short-Sleeve
A lightweight red performance polo in recycled polyester blend with moisture-wicking, quick-drying fabric and UPF 50+ protection.
(0)
$44.95 $29.99
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$44.95 $29.99
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Women's Access Polo, Short-Sleeve Print
L.L.Bean Women's Access Polo, Short-Sleeve Print
A black printed performance polo in recycled polyester-spandex blend with moisture-wicking fabric and UPF 50+ protection.
(0)
$49.95 $29.99
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$49.95 $29.99
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Women's Movement Essential Tee, Long-Sleeve Cropped
L.L.Bean Women's Movement Essential Tee, Long-Sleeve Cropped
A green, ultrasoft cropped long-sleeve tee in moisture-wicking, quick-drying recycled polyester-spandex blend.
(0)
$59.95 $29.99
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$59.95 $29.99
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Women's L.L.Bean Midweight Base Layer Crew Top
L.L.Bean Women's L.L.Bean Midweight Base Layer Crew Top
A black, midweight synthetic base layer with moisture-wicking stretch, odor resistance, raglan sleeves and thumbholes.
(0)
$54.95 $54.95
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$54.95 $54.95
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Women's VentureStretch Ottoman-Rib Pullover, Cropped
L.L.Bean Women's VentureStretch Ottoman-Rib Pullover, Cropped
A red, recycled-polyester performance pullover with moisture-wicking stretch, UPF 50+ protection, and an adjustable drawcord hem.
(0)
$59.95 $19.99
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$59.95 $19.99
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Women's Streamside Tee, Short-Sleeve Splitneck Print
L.L.Bean Women's Streamside Tee, Short-Sleeve Splitneck Print
A blue, moisture-wicking, quick-drying short-sleeve top in a stretchy polyester-spandex blend with a split neckline.
(2,268)
$54.95 $44.99
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$54.95 $44.99
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Women's L.L.Bean Midweight Base Layer Crew Top, 1/4 Zip
L.L.Bean Women's L.L.Bean Midweight Base Layer Crew Top, 1/4 Zip
A black midweight synthetic base layer with moisture-wicking, quick-drying comfort, stretch, odor resistance, and thumbhole cuffs.
(0)
$64.95 $64.95
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$64.95 $64.95
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Women's Bean Bright Multisport Jacket
L.L.Bean Women's Bean Bright Multisport Jacket
A red polyester jacket with reflective accents, wind and moisture resistance, breathable mesh, and pockets for active pursuits.
(247)
$110 $110
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What customers like:
Attractive design
Lightweight
Good size pockets
Versatile
Comfortable
$110 $110
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Women's L.L.Bean Heavyweight Base Layer Crew Top
L.L.Bean Women's L.L.Bean Heavyweight Base Layer Crew Top
A black heavyweight synthetic base layer top with recycled polyester, moisture-wicking, quick-drying fabric and thumb holes.
(0)
$64.95 $64.95
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$64.95 $64.95
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Women's Ridgeknit Crossneck Pullover
L.L.Bean Women's Ridgeknit Crossneck Pullover
A white, pill-resistant polyester-blend pullover with moisture-wicking stretch, funnelneck, kangaroo pocket and thumbholes.
(731)
$89.95 $89.95
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What customers like:
High quality
Attractive appearance
Stylish design
Great color combination
Comfortable fit
$89.95 $89.95
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Women's Ridgeknit Crewneck Pullover
L.L.Bean Women's Ridgeknit Crewneck Pullover
A white, moisture-wicking polyester-blend pullover with four-way stretch, UPF 50+, and thumbhole cuffs.
(0)
$79.95 $79.95
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$79.95 $79.95
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Women's Tropicwear Shirt, Long-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Women's Tropicwear Shirt, Long-Sleeve
A pink, lightweight nylon-polyester shirt with UPF 50+ sun protection, stretch, venting and roll-up sleeves.
(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 Mountainside Crewneck Tee, Short-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Women's Mountainside Crewneck Tee, Short-Sleeve
A blue performance tee in recycled polyester-cotton blend with moisture-wicking comfort for trails and everyday wear.
(0)
$39.95 $24.99
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$39.95 $24.99
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Women's Ridgeknit Full-Zip Jacket
L.L.Bean Women's Ridgeknit Full-Zip Jacket
A pink, pill-resistant polyester-blend jacket with four-way stretch, moisture-wicking fabric, UPF 50+, and thumbhole cuffs.
(0)
$99.95 $74.99
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$99.95 $74.99
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Women's Streamside Tee, Short-Sleeve Ruched Crew
L.L.Bean Women's Streamside Tee, Short-Sleeve Ruched Crew
A black, ultrasoft polyester-spandex tee with moisture-wicking, quick-drying performance and ruched sleeves.
(0)
$44.95 $37.99
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$44.95 $37.99
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Sports Tops For Women

Sports tops for women bring a familiar, athletic look to a wardrobe, with choices that reflect personal style as much as a connection to sports. The appeal is often in the details: a neckline that feels like a natural choice, a sleeve length that suits your preferences, or a hem that looks right with the bottoms you already own. Some women prefer a simple, understated silhouette, while others enjoy a more defined shape or a distinctive neckline. Neither approach needs to be complicated. A top that fits your sense of style is easier to picture among the clothes you reach for regularly, whether your wardrobe centers on coordinated outfits or pieces collected over time. Color can help establish that connection. Neutrals create a quiet, consistent look, while brighter shades bring a different character to an otherwise simple combination. Choosing a familiar color in a different silhouette, or a familiar silhouette in a different color, can offer a welcome change without making an outfit feel unlike you. Proportion matters just as much. The relationship between the top’s hem and the waistband of your bottoms can change the overall appearance, as can the balance between a closer-fitting top and a fuller lower half. A photograph of a complete outfit can provide useful context, but the most meaningful comparison is with your own wardrobe and preferences. Women’s sports tops need not follow a single formula, and an athletic style does not belong to one age, body shape, or level of experience. For someone with a long-established sports routine, the details may be familiar and specific; for someone just getting started, a familiar shape can be a straightforward place to begin. The broader Sports Tops collection offers another place to explore the category, with individual descriptions providing the details needed to compare choices beyond their appearance.

Fit is personal, and a size label tells only part of the story. Two tops with the same labeled size can have different proportions through the shoulders, chest, waist, and hem. Descriptions of the intended fit, garment measurements when provided, and the accompanying size chart offer a clearer picture than a size name alone. A top you already like can be a useful point of reference: consider where its shoulder seams sit, how long the body is, and how closely it follows your shape. Those details help make an online comparison more concrete. Length deserves particular attention because the same hem can fall differently depending on torso proportions. A shorter shape may be exactly what one person prefers, while another wants a longer line; the important distinction is preference rather than a universal idea of the right fit. Necklines and sleeve openings contribute to that decision, too, especially when you have strong preferences about how much of the shoulder or upper arm is visible. Materials are another part of the comparison, but their composition and characteristics belong to the individual top, not to the category as a whole. The fabric information in each description is the place to check what a garment contains and whether it matches your preferences. A photograph can show shape, color, and some surface detail, but it cannot establish how a material will feel to you. Likewise, the words “sports top” do not establish a particular level of support or any other performance feature. If a specific sport has clothing requirements, compare those requirements with the individual garment’s stated details rather than relying on an athletic appearance. This distinction keeps the choice grounded in what is actually described. The result is a more considered comparison: style and proportions help narrow the field, while the product information establishes whether a particular top meets the needs that matter to you.

Care and long-term ownership are worth considering alongside that first impression. Before choosing a women’s sports top, look at its care instructions and consider how they fit into your household routine. A garment that needs a different approach from the rest of your laundry deserves that attention from the start. Follow the individual label for washing, drying, and any other care directions rather than assuming that all sports clothing should be treated alike. Durability is also best considered through the information provided for each garment, not inferred from its name or appearance. Close-up images and construction details, when included, can help you examine the finishing and understand more about the piece. Beyond those practical details, lasting appeal has a personal side: a neckline you have always liked, a color that works with several favorites, or proportions that continue to feel like your style. During the cooler months, changing wardrobes can make these preferences especially noticeable. Comparing a prospective top with the pieces you keep in regular rotation helps establish whether its length, shape, and color belong in the same assortment, without needing an entirely new outfit around it. Sports tops can also be a thoughtful gift for a woman who enjoys sports, particularly when her clothing preferences are already familiar. The most useful clues are often ordinary ones: whether she favors a relaxed or more defined silhouette, which sleeve lengths she chooses, and which colors appear repeatedly in her wardrobe. Her interest in a sport is only a starting point; her personal taste should shape the selection. When sizing is uncertain, confirmed measurements and the relevant size chart are more helpful than guessing from another person’s build. Whether choosing for yourself or someone close to you, the strongest choice usually comes from that combination of attention and familiarity. A thoughtfully selected sports top reflects the person wearing it, with a look she enjoys and individual details that match her priorities. That is the value of looking beyond the category name and taking in the whole garment: its proportions, its stated construction and care, and its place among the clothes that already feel like her own.
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