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Summer Sun Shirts

Find summer sun shirts for your warm-weather wardrobe, with L.L.Bean quality and timeless style. Compare available sizes and fits, then check each shirt’s product details for fabric and care information to help narrow your choice.

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Men's Tropics Shirt, Short-Sleeve Print
L.L.Bean Men's Tropics Shirt, Short-Sleeve Print
A green, 100% cotton tropical shirt offering a relaxed fit and breathable comfort for hot days.
(2,027)
$54.95 $54.95
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What customers like:
Cool and breathable
Attractive design
Durable quality
Versatile style
Comfortable fit
$54.95 $54.95
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Men's Tropicwear Shirt, Long-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's Tropicwear Shirt, Long-Sleeve
A long-sleeve shirt with UPF 50+ protection, built-in stretch, and excellent venting for ultimate comfort.
(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 long-sleeve, white shirt with UPF 50+ protection, built-in stretch, and excellent venting for comfort.
(893)
$74.95 $54.99
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What customers like:
Soft and lightweight material
Versatile for various activities
Great sun protection
Stylish and well-made
Comfortable fit
$74.95 $54.99
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Men's SunSmart® Cool Weave Shirt Short-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's SunSmart® Cool Weave Shirt Short-Sleeve
A lightweight, green short-sleeve shirt offering UPF 50+ protection and moisture-wicking 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 breathable, sun-blocking carbon navy tee with UPF 50+ and moisture-wicking, quick-dry performance.
(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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Women's Tropicwear Shirt, Short-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Women's Tropicwear Shirt, Short-Sleeve
A women's short-sleeve shirt in white with UPF 50+ protection, made from soft, stretchy polyester/nylon.
(557)
$69.95 $44.99
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What customers like:
Lightweight material
Perfect for hot days
True to size
Great color and quality
Comfortable fit
$69.95 $44.99
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Men's Swift River Cooling Rash Guard
L.L.Bean Men's Swift River Cooling Rash Guard
A red rash guard with UPF 50+, quick-drying fabric, and chafe-free comfort for water activities.
(470)
$59.95 $39.99
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What customers like:
Effective sun protection
Cooling effect
Meets expectations
Good fit
Lightweight coverage
$59.95 $39.99
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Men's Tropicwear Shirt, Short-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's Tropicwear Shirt, Short-Sleeve
A canyon rust short-sleeve shirt with UPF 50+ protection, made from a soft polyester/nylon blend.
(461)
$69.95 $44.99
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What customers like:
High quality
Attractive appearance
Durable material
Soft fabric
Comfortable fit
$69.95 $44.99
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Women's No Fly Zone Shirt, Long-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Women's No Fly Zone Shirt, Long-Sleeve
A slightly fitted, long-sleeve shirt in faded sage that repels insects and offers UPF 50+ sun protection.
(396)
$99.95 $99.95
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What customers like:
High sun protection
Stylish
Effective mosquito protection
Good fit
Comfortable
$99.95 $99.95
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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, moisture-wicking tee with UPF 50+ protection, made from a stretchy polyester blend in Sea Green Mountain Sky.
(391)
$44.95 $24.99
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$44.95 $24.99
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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 high-performance blue swim shirt offering UPF 50+ protection, quick-drying fabric, and chafe-free comfort.
(338)
$49.95 $29.99
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What customers like:
High quality
Quick-drying
Suitable for swimming
Soft fabric
Comfortable fit
$49.95 $29.99
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Women's Tropicwear Shirt, Short-Sleeve Print
L.L.Bean Women's Tropicwear Shirt, Short-Sleeve Print
A pink short-sleeve shirt with UPF 50+, featuring moisture-wicking, wrinkle-resistant fabric and fish print.
(314)
$74.95 $49.99
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What customers like:
Washes well
Perfect for summer
Fun print
Lightweight
Comfortable fit
$74.95 $49.99
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Women's Tropicwear Shirt, Plaid Short-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Women's Tropicwear Shirt, Plaid Short-Sleeve
A surf blue, short-sleeve shirt with UPF 50+ protection, made from a soft, stretchy polyester/nylon blend.
(314)
$74.95 $49.99
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What customers like:
Great fit
High quality
Perfect for summer
Comfortable feel
Sharp look
$74.95 $49.99
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Women's Tropicwear Shirt, Plaid Long-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Women's Tropicwear Shirt, Plaid Long-Sleeve
A surf blue, long-sleeve shirt with UPF 50+ protection, made from a soft, stretchy polyester/nylon blend.
(203)
$79.95 $59.99
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What customers like:
Lightweight
Stylish design
Backpack comfort
Pretty plaid
Soft feel
$79.95 $59.99
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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 blue plaid long-sleeve shirt with UPF 50+ protection and built-in stretch for comfort.
(159)
$79.95 $59.99
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What customers like:
Effective sun protection
High quality
Attractive appearance
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 brown plaid short-sleeve shirt with UPF 50+ protection and wrinkle-free, stretchable fabric.
(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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Women's Insect Shield Pro Knit Hoodie
L.L.Bean Women's Insect Shield Pro Knit Hoodie
A versatile wild salmon hoodie with Insect Shield, UPF 30+ protection, and moisture-wicking polyester knit.
(88)
$79.95 $59.99
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What customers like:
Lightweight
Ventilating zipper
Effective bug protection
Comfortable fabric feel
Generous hood
$79.95 $59.99
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Men's SunSmart Comfort Hoodie, Long-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's SunSmart Comfort Hoodie, Long-Sleeve
A gray hoodie made from buttery soft, stretchy recycled fabric with UPF 50+ sun protection and thumbholes.
(0)
$49.95 $49.95
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$49.95 $49.95
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Men's Stonecoast Hemp Shirt, Short-Sleeve, Slightly Fitted Untucked Fit
L.L.Bean Men's Stonecoast Hemp Shirt, Short-Sleeve, Slightly Fitted Untucked Fit
A breathable tan short-sleeve shirt crafted from a soft, durable hemp-cotton blend with vintage-inspired patterns.
(0)
$64.95 $44.99
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$64.95 $44.99
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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 Cloud Gauze Shirt, Short-Sleeve, Slightly Fitted Untucked Fit
L.L.Bean Men's Cloud Gauze Shirt, Short-Sleeve, Slightly Fitted Untucked Fit
A superlight green short-sleeve shirt made from breathable, crinkled cotton gauze for warm-weather comfort.
(0)
$59.95 $59.95
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$59.95 $59.95
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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 orange plaid shirt made from breathable, crinkled cotton gauze for cool comfort.
(0)
$59.95 $29.99
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$59.95 $29.99
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Women's SunSmart® UPF 50+ Sun Shirt, Hooded Tunic
L.L.Bean Women's SunSmart® UPF 50+ Sun Shirt, Hooded Tunic
A green hooded tunic offering UPF 50+ protection with quick-drying, recycled nylon blend fabric.
(0)
$79.95 $47.99
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$79.95 $47.99
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Summer Sun Shirts

Summer sun shirts belong to a part of the wardrobe shaped by long days, simple plans and the shared enjoyment of being outside. A summer afternoon can bring a family gathering, a neighborhood get-together or a few welcome hours with no schedule at all. Choosing a shirt for that season is personal: some people favor an understated look, while others enjoy a distinctive color or a little more detail at the neckline. The appeal often lies in finding something that feels familiar rather than something that calls for a whole new wardrobe. A shirt’s proportions, silhouette and finishing details all contribute to that feeling. The shape of a collar, the placement of a seam and the length of a hem can make two shirts with similar descriptions look quite different when worn. Those differences deserve as much attention as the color in a photograph. Someone who usually leaves shirts untucked may have a different preference for hem length than someone who likes a tucked-in look. A person who favors a straight silhouette may be looking for something different from someone who enjoys a more shaped outline. Summer sun shirts can be considered alongside the clothes already in a closet, with attention to the combinations that get worn most often. Familiar shorts, a favorite pair of pants and everyday accessories provide a useful starting point for deciding what belongs. There is no single summer look to follow, and a thoughtful choice can reflect both individual style and the easygoing spirit of time spent together outdoors. The goal is a shirt that feels like a natural part of getting dressed, whether the rest of the outfit is carefully coordinated or pulled together from a few longtime favorites. That sense of familiarity often matters more than an eye-catching detail that never quite feels like the wearer.

Fit is one of the clearest ways to distinguish between otherwise similar shirts, and size labels tell only part of the story. Measurements, fit descriptions and photographs offer different pieces of information about the overall shape. Shoulder placement, room through the chest, sleeve length and the way the hem falls are worth considering together rather than treating size as a single number. A favorite shirt already at home can serve as a useful point of comparison, especially when its measurements are taken according to the same method shown in the size chart. Personal preferences matter here, too: an intentionally roomy look is not the same thing as an incorrect size, and a closer silhouette does not suit everyone’s taste. The relationship between neckline and shoulder shape can also influence how a shirt looks, even when chest measurements are similar. For anyone comparing sleeve lengths as part of a summer wardrobe, Short Sleeve Summer Shirts offers a related category to explore. Material information deserves a separate look because a photograph cannot tell the whole story of a garment. The listed fiber content identifies its composition, while the individual description may provide additional details about construction and feel. Neither a category name nor a familiar appearance is a substitute for those particulars. Likewise, any technical attribute should be evaluated through the information supplied for the individual garment, not assumed from the words “summer sun shirt.” Intended-use descriptions can help distinguish a shirt chosen primarily for its appearance from one selected with a particular activity in mind. A person with a specific plan should match that plan to the stated product information rather than rely on styling alone. Taken together, these details make comparisons more meaningful and help keep the decision grounded in personal preferences rather than broad expectations about an entire category. They also explain why two shirts that initially look alike may appeal to very different people.

Care and long-term ownership are another part of choosing summer sun shirts thoughtfully. The care label provides the relevant washing and drying instructions, and those directions are worth checking before making a selection. A household that keeps laundry routines simple may weigh care requirements differently from someone who is happy to give individual garments separate attention. Instructions can vary, so a routine used for one favorite shirt should not automatically be applied to another. Decisions about durability also deserve specific information rather than assumptions based on appearance or fabric weight. Construction details, when provided, can add useful context, but no single visual feature establishes how long a garment will last. Fit, frequency of wear and following the stated care directions all belong in the broader picture of ownership. A thoughtful wardrobe addition starts with realistic expectations about how it will be worn and maintained. The same approach makes sense when selecting a gift. Summer sun shirts may be a welcome choice for someone who enjoys putting together a seasonal wardrobe, but clothing is most personal when the giver pays attention to the recipient’s habits. A spouse’s preferred neckline, a sibling’s usual fit or a parent’s favorite shirt length offers a better starting point than simply choosing the giver’s own favorite style. Checking a familiar size label can help, though the relevant size chart still matters. Color preferences are equally individual: some people repeatedly choose quiet shades, while others enjoy making one piece the focus of an outfit. For a birthday gift or a thoughtful addition to a loved one’s summer clothing, those small observations can make the selection feel considered. Whether shopping for someone else or refreshing a personal wardrobe, the most useful comparison comes back to the same details: the right proportions, a style that feels familiar, clear garment information and care requirements that fit the household routine. With those elements in view, choosing a summer shirt becomes less about following a prescribed look and more about finding something that belongs.
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