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Spring Beachwear

Find spring beachwear for a relaxed coastal look, with versatile styles to mix and match with your wardrobe. Browse the selection and check individual product details for sizing and fit to help you choose pieces that suit your style.

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Men's Tropic-Weight Cargo Shorts, Comfort Waist, 10"
L.L.Bean Men's Tropic-Weight Cargo Shorts, Comfort Waist, 10"
A pair of khaki cotton cargo shorts with a comfort waist and breathable tropical-weight fabric.
(3,006)
$54.95 $54.95
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What customers like:
High quality
Perfect fit
Lightweight
Deep pockets
Comfortable
$54.95 $54.95
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Women's BeanSport Swimwear, Scoopneck Tankini Top, Print
L.L.Bean Women's BeanSport Swimwear, Scoopneck Tankini Top, Print
A blue scoopneck tankini top in a quick-drying, UPF 50+ Italian nylon-LYCRA® blend.
(2,009)
$59.95 $29.99
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$59.95 $29.99
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Women's BeanSport Swimwear, Scoopneck Tanksuit Print
L.L.Bean Women's BeanSport Swimwear, Scoopneck Tanksuit Print
A blue printed tanksuit made from quick-drying, chlorine-resistant Italian fabric with UPF 50+ sun protection.
(1,947)
$59.95 $39.99
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$59.95 $39.99
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Men's Sport Shorts with SUPPLEX® fabric, 8"
L.L.Bean Men's Sport Shorts with SUPPLEX® fabric, 8"
A pair of yellow nylon sport shorts featuring quick-drying, UPF 50+ SUPPLEX fabric and mesh 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 versatile blue swim trunk with UPF 50+, quick-drying nylon, and adjustable waistband for comfort.
(1,262)
$44.95 $44.95
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What customers like:
Perfect fit
Durable quality
Comfortable wear
Quick-drying fabric
Versatile design
$44.95 $44.95
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Women's Shaping Swimwear, Tanksuit Print
L.L.Bean Women's Shaping Swimwear, Tanksuit Print
A blue printed one-piece swimsuit in a nylon blend, offering UPF 50+ sun protection and shaping support.
(1,247)
$110 $76.99
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$110 $76.99
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Women's BeanSport Swimwear, Scoopneck Tanksuit
L.L.Bean Women's BeanSport Swimwear, Scoopneck Tanksuit
A full-coverage black tanksuit offering UPF 50+ protection in quick-drying, chlorine-resistant Italian fabric.
(813)
$49.95 $29.99
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What customers like:
High fabric quality
Great value
Secure straps
Excellent coverage
Comfortable fit
$49.95 $29.99
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Women's Shaping Swimwear, Swim Skirt
L.L.Bean Women's Shaping Swimwear, Swim Skirt
A high-rise blue swim skirt with UPF 50+ protection and durable, quick-drying nylon blend fabric.
(736)
$69.95 $48.99
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What customers like:
Versatile design
High-quality fabric
Great coverage
Comfortable fit
Flattering style
$69.95 $48.99
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Women's Shaping Swimwear, Tankini Top Print
L.L.Bean Women's Shaping Swimwear, Tankini Top Print
A deepwater blue floral tankini top with UPF 50+ protection, adjustable straps, and a supportive shelf bra.
(714)
$89.95 $35.99
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What customers like:
Good looking
High quality
Flattering fit
Sun protection
Comfortable
$89.95 $35.99
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Women's BeanSport Swimwear, Squareneck Tanksuit Print
L.L.Bean Women's BeanSport Swimwear, Squareneck Tanksuit Print
A blue squareneck tanksuit in Italian nylon-LYCRA® blend, offering UPF 50+ and quick-dry comfort.
(644)
$89.95 $59.99
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$89.95 $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, UPF 50+ shirt offering moisture-wicking, quick-dry performance with abrasion resistance.
(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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Women's Tropicwear Shirt, Short-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Women's Tropicwear Shirt, Short-Sleeve
A short-sleeve shirt in lapis quartz with UPF 50+ protection, built-in stretch, and excellent venting.
(557)
$69.95 $44.99
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What customers like:
Well-ventilated material
Lightweight
Great color
Perfect for hot days
Comfortable fit
$69.95 $44.99
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Women's Shaping Swimwear, Soft-Drape Tankini Top Print
L.L.Bean Women's Shaping Swimwear, Soft-Drape Tankini Top Print
A blue nylon blend tankini with UPF 50+ protection and a flattering, compressive fit.
(520)
$99.95 $64.99
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What customers like:
Flattering fit
Comfortable wear
Individualized sizing
Soft fabric
Stylish appearance
$99.95 $64.99
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Women's Shaping Swimwear, Tanksuit
L.L.Bean Women's Shaping Swimwear, Tanksuit
A black nylon blend tanksuit offering full coverage, UPF 50+ protection, and compressive support.
(426)
$99.95 $69.99
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What customers like:
Great fit
Flattering cut
Durable
Comfortable
Slimming effect
$99.95 $69.99
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Men's Keen Newport H2 Sandals
Keen Men's Keen Newport H2 Sandals
A supportive, quick-drying blue sandal with neoprene straps and a sticky rubber outsole for traction.
(408)
$130 $130
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What customers like:
Good traction on slopes
Great for hiking
Performs well in water
Handles muddy conditions
Supportive on rocky terrain
$130 $130
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Men's Tropicwear Shorts, 9"
L.L.Bean Men's Tropicwear Shorts, 9"
A redesigned favorite with 9" inseam, these soft sand shorts offer sun protection and all-day comfort.
(372)
$74.95 $74.95
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What customers like:
Great fit
Stylish look
Secure pockets
Lightweight material
All-day comfort
$74.95 $74.95
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Women's Lakewashed Dock Shorts, Mid-Rise Chambray
L.L.Bean Women's Lakewashed Dock Shorts, Mid-Rise Chambray
A pair of mid-rise chambray shorts in a soft-washed organic cotton blend with a drawstring elastic waist.
(356)
$49.95 $49.95
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What customers like:
Great fit
High-quality material
Functional pockets
Versatile style
Exceptional comfort
$49.95 $49.95
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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 high-performance, iron blue swim shirt with UPF 50+ protection and quick-drying, moisture-wicking fabric.
(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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Women's Shaping Swimwear, High-Waist Brief
L.L.Bean Women's Shaping Swimwear, High-Waist Brief
A cobalt high-waist swim brief offering UPF 50+ protection and durable, quick-drying nylon blend fabric.
(328)
$59.95 $59.95
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What customers like:
Vibrant color
Flattering fit
Coordinates well with tankini
$59.95 $59.95
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Women's Shaping Swimwear, Clasp Halter Dress Print
L.L.Bean Women's Shaping Swimwear, Clasp Halter Dress Print
A blue printed swimdress featuring quick-drying, chlorine-resistant Italian nylon blend with UPF 50+ sun protection.
(306)
$130 $89.99
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$130 $89.99
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Men's L.L.Bean Multisport Shorts, 7"
L.L.Bean Men's L.L.Bean Multisport Shorts, 7"
A pair of carbon navy workout shorts with UPF 50+ and quick-dry, stretch fabric for ultimate comfort.
(274)
$64.95 $64.95
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What customers like:
Wrinkle-resistant
Perfect fit
Lightweight
Comfortable material
Deep pockets
$64.95 $64.95
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Women's Shaping Swimwear, Clasp Halter Dress
L.L.Bean Women's Shaping Swimwear, Clasp Halter Dress
A black halter swimdress with UPF 50+ protection, featuring a compressive fit and quick-drying Italian fabric.
(263)
$120 $79.99
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What customers like:
Great fit
Attractive appearance
Very comfortable
High-quality fabric
Excellent coverage
$120 $79.99
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Men's Vacationland Stretch Swim Trunks, Print, 8"
L.L.Bean Men's Vacationland Stretch Swim Trunks, Print, 8"
A blue printed swim trunk made from recycled polyester blend, offering UPF 50+ protection and four-way stretch.
(196)
$59.95 $39.99
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$59.95 $39.99
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Seaside Beach Towel, Lobsters
L.L.Bean Seaside Beach Towel, Lobsters
A plush, absorbent beach towel featuring a bold lobster motif, made from thick, yarn-dyed cotton.
(187)
$44.95 $44.95
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What customers like:
Large size
Vibrant colors
Fluffy texture
$44.95 $44.95
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Spring Beachwear

Spring beachwear brings together the easygoing character of the coast and the pleasure of choosing something that feels like you. Its appeal is as much about personal style as the setting: a favorite color against pale sand, a simple silhouette beside a striped beach umbrella, or a print that recalls the flowers along a seaside path. There is no single look that defines the theme. Quiet colors, lively patterns, classic shapes, and more expressive combinations all have a place, giving beachwear a welcoming range rather than a narrow set of rules. Some people prefer a coordinated look with closely related colors; others enjoy the less formal feeling of mixing a familiar neutral with a contrasting print. Either approach can feel thoughtful without making every element match. A useful starting point is the clothing you already enjoy wearing. If your everyday choices lean toward clean lines and understated details, a similarly simple beachwear style may feel more natural than an elaborate pattern. If color is part of your personality, a brighter palette can carry that preference into your beach wardrobe without requiring a completely different look. Prints offer their own variety, from small, closely spaced motifs to larger designs with plenty of open space between them. The scale and placement of a pattern can matter just as much as its colors, especially when comparing photographs. Spring beachwear also leaves room for different preferences within the same family or group of friends. A shared day beside the water does not need a shared dress code. The most personal combinations often come from choosing a few visual connections—a repeated shade, a similar pattern scale, or a common simplicity—while letting each person make their own choices. That balance gives the collection its character: beach-inspired style with room for individual taste, familiar favorites, and the anticipation of time outside together.

Fit is another important part of choosing spring beachwear, and the details deserve as much attention as the overall appearance. A photograph can show the shape of a neckline or the proportions of a design, but measurements and the individual fit description offer a clearer basis for comparison. Two styles that look similar may have different dimensions, so a familiar size label is a starting point rather than the whole answer. Personal preferences matter here, too. Some shoppers like a closer outline, while others prefer more room; some favor more coverage, while others choose a more open shape. None of those preferences needs to follow a particular age, body type, or level of beachgoing experience. The goal is a choice that feels right to the person wearing it. Looking at front and back views can help clarify details that are easy to miss in a single image, including where edges sit and how the overall proportions relate to each other. Fabric composition, construction details, and care directions belong in that comparison as well, with the information for each individual style providing the specifics. A smooth-looking surface or a textured appearance is a visual impression, not a substitute for reading the fabric description. Similarly, durability is worth considering through the details of an individual design rather than assuming that all beachwear is made alike. Care requirements can also influence which choice fits naturally into a household routine. Someone who prefers straightforward laundry habits may weigh those instructions differently from someone accustomed to giving particular garments separate attention. Following the stated washing and drying directions, rather than treating every piece the same way, keeps care decisions grounded in the garment itself. These practical details need not overshadow the fun of choosing colors and shapes. They give that choice a more considered foundation, whether someone is returning to a familiar beachwear style or trying a different silhouette for the first time.

Color provides an easy connection between spring beachwear and the rest of a personal wardrobe. A palette built around two or three related shades can look cohesive without being identical from one element to the next. A deeper neutral might anchor a more colorful pattern, while a lighter shade can echo a small detail within a print. Contrast offers another direction: clearly separated light and dark tones create a different impression from colors that sit close together. For those drawn to an understated palette, Black Beachwear offers another way to explore the beachwear theme, with color as the common thread. Black can be a starting point for a simple combination or a visual counterpoint to brighter shades, depending on personal taste. Neither approach depends on following a passing trend. Familiar colors and classic proportions often hold their appeal because they remain connected to what a person genuinely likes. That is particularly useful when choosing beachwear in anticipation of a future visit to the coast, whether the plans involve a familiar family destination or a shoreline no one in the group has seen before. The setting might be a broad stretch of sand with weathered steps leading down from a cottage, or a small beach where everyone gathers near the same landmark. Those details make the occasion personal, while the clothing remains an individual choice. Beachwear can also be a thoughtful gift when the recipient’s size, preferred coverage, and style are well known. A favorite color or an often-worn pattern is usually a better clue than a guess about what someone ought to wear. When those preferences are less certain, choosing together can become part of looking forward to the occasion. Across all these choices, spring beachwear is less about putting together a prescribed look than finding a balance of appearance, fit, and care that makes sense for the wearer. The result is a beach wardrobe with a personal point of view—and a welcome connection to time shared beside the water.
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