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Summer Cotton Knitwear

Find summer cotton knitwear to round out your seasonal wardrobe, with timeless styles and an easygoing look. Explore cotton knits that complement your favorite shorts, pants and skirts, and choose pieces that fit your personal style.

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Women's Pima Cotton Tee, Short-Sleeve Crewneck
L.L.Bean Women's Pima Cotton Tee, Short-Sleeve Crewneck
A luxuriously soft, solid white crewneck tee crafted from 100% American-grown Supima cotton.
(9,174)
$26.95 $26.95
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What customers like:
Versatile for layering and various styles
Perfect fit and true to size
Exceptionally soft and comfortable
High quality, durable fabric
Retains color and shape after washing
$26.95 $26.95
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Women's L.L.Bean V-Neck, Three-Quarter-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Women's L.L.Bean V-Neck, Three-Quarter-Sleeve
A white, slightly fitted V-neck with three-quarter sleeves, made from ultrasoft, fade-resistant 100% cotton.
(6,613)
$26.95 $26.95
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What customers like:
Quality fabric
Perfect fit
Comfort
Softness
Durability
$26.95 $26.95
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Women's Waffle-Knit Henley
L.L.Bean Women's Waffle-Knit Henley
A soft, paperwhite waffle-knit henley made from stretch cotton with ribbed neckline and cuffs.
(6,269)
$44.95 $44.95
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What customers like:
Great quality
Warmth
True to size
Perfect for layering
Cozy comfort
$44.95 $44.95
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Women's Midweight Cotton Slub Rollneck Pullover
L.L.Bean Women's Midweight Cotton Slub Rollneck Pullover
A softly textured, 100% cotton pullover with a roll neck, perfect for cool comfort in warmer months.
(5,823)
$59.95 $44.99
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What customers like:
Great fit
Lightweight
Softness
Comfortable
Quality material
$59.95 $44.99
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Women's Pima Cotton Shaped V-Neck, Short-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Women's Pima Cotton Shaped V-Neck, Short-Sleeve
A luxurious black V-neck tee made from 100% American-grown Supima® cotton, softly shaping the body.
(5,787)
$26.95 $26.95
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What customers like:
Great fit
Holds shape and color
Soft and comfortable
Durable fabric
Versatile and lightweight
$26.95 $26.95
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Women's Cotton/Cashmere Sweater, Turtleneck
L.L.Bean Women's Cotton/Cashmere Sweater, Turtleneck
A slightly fitted sea salt turtleneck sweater made from 95% cotton and 5% cashmere for lightweight warmth.
(3,434)
$69.95 $44.99
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What customers like:
Perfect fit
Softness
Warmth
Color variety
Versatility
$69.95 $44.99
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Men's Carefree Unshrinkable Tee, Traditional Fit, Henley
L.L.Bean Men's Carefree Unshrinkable Tee, Traditional Fit, Henley
A white, traditional fit henley made from 100% cotton that resists wrinkles, shrinking, and fading.
(3,027)
$32.95 $32.95
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What customers like:
Good quality
Easy-care fabric
True to size
Durable
Comfortable
$32.95 $32.95
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Men's Premium Double L® Polo, Hemmed Short-Sleeve with Pocket
L.L.Bean Men's Premium Double L® Polo, Hemmed Short-Sleeve with Pocket
A vintage indigo polo that resists wrinkles, fading, shrinking, and pilling, made from supersoft cotton.
(2,956)
$44.95 $44.95
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What customers like:
High quality
Durable
Good fit
Comfortable
Soft fabric
$44.95 $44.95
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Women's Cotton Ragg Sweater, Funnelneck Pullover
L.L.Bean Women's Cotton Ragg Sweater, Funnelneck Pullover
A lightweight, all-cotton mockneck pullover in natural color, perfect for year-round comfort.
(2,907)
$79.95 $63.99
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What customers like:
Flattering fit
Versatile style
Warm and cozy
Comfortable material
Favorite sweater
$79.95 $63.99
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Women's Cotton Ragg Sweater, Funnelneck Pullover Fair Isle
L.L.Bean Women's Cotton Ragg Sweater, Funnelneck Pullover Fair Isle
A lightweight, midweight cotton pullover with a cozy funnel neck and classic multicolor Fair Isle design.
(2,460)
$89.95 $66.99
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What customers like:
Flattering and true to size fit
Warm and cozy for layering
Versatile style suitable for many occasions
Beautiful colors and pattern
Soft and comfortable feel
$89.95 $66.99
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Men's Bean's Heritage Soft Cotton Fisherman Sweater, Crewneck
L.L.Bean Men's Bean's Heritage Soft Cotton Fisherman Sweater, Crewneck
A richly textured, cream cable-knit sweater made of 100% organic cotton with classic crewneck styling.
(1,739)
$99.95 $99.95
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What customers like:
High quality
Perfect fit
Softness
Warmth
Classic look
$99.95 $99.95
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Men's L.L.Bean Organic Cotton Waffle Sweater, Rollneck Crew
L.L.Bean Men's L.L.Bean Organic Cotton Waffle Sweater, Rollneck Crew
A cozy, vintage indigo rollneck sweater made from 100% organic cotton with a thick waffle-stitch knit.
(1,677)
$89.95 $75.99
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What customers like:
Soft and warm
Stylish look
Durable construction
High-quality fabric
Comfortable fit
$89.95 $75.99
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Men's Organic Cotton Waffle Sweater, Quarter Zip
L.L.Bean Men's Organic Cotton Waffle Sweater, Quarter Zip
A cozy white quarter-zip sweater crafted from thick, waffle-knit 100% organic cotton with ribbed details.
(1,400)
$99.95 $99.95
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$99.95 $99.95
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Women's Soft Stretch Supima-Blend Tee, Crewneck Short-Sleeve Striped
L.L.Bean Women's Soft Stretch Supima-Blend Tee, Crewneck Short-Sleeve Striped
A beautifully soft, slightly fitted striped crewneck tee made from a Supima cotton blend in sailcloth and classic navy.
(1,327)
$44.95 $44.95
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What customers like:
Comfortable and breathable
Soft and high-quality fabric
Durable material
Perfect size and fitting
Beautiful color
$44.95 $44.95
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Men's Wicked Soft Cotton/Cashmere Sweater, Crewneck
L.L.Bean Men's Wicked Soft Cotton/Cashmere Sweater, Crewneck
A versatile new khaki crewneck sweater in a luxurious 95% cotton, 5% cashmere blend for ultimate comfort.
(1,182)
$79.95 $67.99
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What customers like:
Fits right
Ultimate warmth
High quality
Versatile style
Luxuriously soft
$79.95 $67.99
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Men's Organic Cotton Waffle Sweater, Cardigan
L.L.Bean Men's Organic Cotton Waffle Sweater, Cardigan
A cozy tan cardigan crafted from 100% organic cotton with a thick waffle-stitch knit and front pockets.
(919)
$120 $99.99
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What customers like:
Cozy and comfortable
High quality and durable
Warm and thick cotton
Great fit and perfect length
Attractive color and appearance
$120 $99.99
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Women's Premium Washable Linen Shirt, Tunic Stripe
L.L.Bean Women's Premium Washable Linen Shirt, Tunic Stripe
A blue striped linen tunic with a flattering fit, crafted from premium European flax for summer wear.
(849)
$84.95 $31.99
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What customers like:
Cool and breathable
Stylish colors
Flattering design
Quality material
Comfortable fit
$84.95 $31.99
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Women's Signature Cotton Fisherman Sweater, Short Cardigan
L.L.Bean Women's Signature Cotton Fisherman Sweater, Short Cardigan
A fitted, beige cotton cardigan with authentic cable patterns, perfect for layering over dresses or shirts.
(751)
$140 $140
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What customers like:
Great fit
Beautiful design
High quality
Warm and comfortable
Versatile for layering
$140 $140
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Women's L.L.Bean Cozy Mixed-Knit Pullover, Colorblock
L.L.Bean Women's L.L.Bean Cozy Mixed-Knit Pullover, Colorblock
A slightly fitted funnelneck pullover with UPF 50+ protection, featuring a cozy cotton blend and fun colorblock design.
(696)
$89 $43.99
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What customers like:
Very cozy
Flattering fit
Fun style
Great color
Comfortable
$89 $43.99
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Men's Signature Cotton Fisherman Sweater
L.L.Bean Men's Signature Cotton Fisherman Sweater
A slim-fit beige cable-knit sweater made from 100% premium cotton yarns, perfect for any season.
(682)
$130 $130
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What customers like:
Great fit
Stylish look
High quality
Soft and comfortable
Warm and durable
$130 $130
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Women's Summer Knit Dress
L.L.Bean Women's Summer Knit Dress
A soft blue jersey-knit dress with a flattering empire waistline and comfortable stretch fabric.
(627)
$54.95 $34.99
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$54.95 $34.99
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Women's Cotton/Cashmere Sweater, Crewneck Stripe
L.L.Bean Women's Cotton/Cashmere Sweater, Crewneck Stripe
A striped crewneck sweater in soft white cotton-cashmere blend with ribbed trim and reversed shoulder seams.
(391)
$69.95 $54.99
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$69.95 $54.99
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Women's Heritage Mariner Top, Boatneck Three-Quarter-Sleeve Blocked Stripe
L.L.Bean Women's Heritage Mariner Top, Boatneck Three-Quarter-Sleeve Blocked Stripe
A relaxed-fit blue cotton jersey top with nautical stripes and a classic boatneck design.
(309)
$49.95 $24.99
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What customers like:
Beautiful plaids
Wonderful fabric
Perfect fit
Cute design
Snug fit
$49.95 $24.99
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Women's Lakewashed Double-Knit Quarter-Snap, Stripe
L.L.Bean Women's Lakewashed Double-Knit Quarter-Snap, Stripe
A versatile striped pullover in a soft cotton blend with a quarter-snap mockneck and raglan sleeves.
(0)
$89.95 $75.99
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$89.95 $75.99
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Summer Cotton Knitwear

Summer Cotton Knitwear brings together the familiar appeal of cotton and the timeless style of knit clothing for the summer season. There’s something welcoming about a summer wardrobe built around pieces that feel like you: a favorite neckline, a familiar silhouette, a color you’re always happy to wear. When choosing knitwear, those small preferences are a good place to start. Think about whether you like a closer fit or a little more room, where you prefer a hem to fall, and how a piece will look alongside clothing you already own. Proportions can make as much difference as color. A shorter silhouette creates a different look from a longer one, while the shape of a sleeve or neckline can give an otherwise simple outfit its character. The most worthwhile addition isn’t necessarily something entirely different; sometimes it’s a fresh take on a style you’ve enjoyed for years.

Cotton is central to this collection’s theme, but the fiber name alone doesn’t tell the whole story of a knit garment. Check each item’s fabric composition to see whether it’s all cotton or a blend, and look closely at the photographs and descriptions for details about the knit’s texture and construction. A fine, even stitch has a different appearance from a more pronounced, textured pattern, giving you another way to express your style without relying on bold color. For fit, compare the available measurements with a similar garment you already like rather than choosing by size label alone. Pay attention to length as well as width, especially if you have a strong preference about where sleeves and hems sit. It’s also worth reading the care instructions before deciding: knowing how a piece should be washed and dried helps you choose something that fits your routine.

Summer cotton knitwear can also make a thoughtful gift when the choice reflects the recipient’s own taste. Picture the clothing they reach for most often: quiet neutrals lined up in a drawer, a favorite bright shade, or simple shapes they return to season after season. Those familiar details are more useful than guessing what might suit them. Confirm their preferred size when possible, and consider whether they generally choose a relaxed or closer-fitting silhouette. For your own wardrobe, take the same personal approach. Lay out a few favorites and notice what’s missing—a different proportion, a complementary color, or a texture that adds interest. Building on what you already enjoy keeps the choice grounded in your style and makes summer dressing feel more personal, without making it more complicated.

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