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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 SunSmart® Cool Weave Shirt Short-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's SunSmart® Cool Weave Shirt Short-Sleeve
A purple, lightweight polyester-nylon shirt with UPF 50+ sun protection, moisture-wicking stretch, and zippered security pocket.
(600)
$59.95 $34.99
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What customers like:
Good quality
Excellent for summer
Lightweight material
True to size
Comfortable fit
$59.95 $34.99
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Women's Tropicwear Shirt, Plaid Short-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Women's Tropicwear Shirt, Plaid Short-Sleeve
A purple plaid sun shirt in recycled polyester blend with UPF 50+, stretch, and cape venting.
(314)
$74.95 $49.99
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What customers like:
Washes well
Good quality
Feels good on
Great for summer
Sharp look
$74.95 $49.99
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Women's Tropicwear Shirt, Short-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Women's Tropicwear Shirt, Short-Sleeve
A white nylon-polyester shirt with UPF 50+ sun protection, built-in stretch, and cooling venting.
(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 Sun Shirt, Short-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's Swift River Cooling Sun Shirt, Short-Sleeve
A blue polyester-spandex sun shirt with UPF 50+ protection, quick-drying stretch, and chafe-free flatlock seams.
(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 Tropicwear Shirt, Short-Sleeve Print
L.L.Bean Women's Tropicwear Shirt, Short-Sleeve Print
A pink synthetic-nylon shirt with UPF 50+ sun protection, moisture-wicking stretch, fast-drying fabric and vented comfort.
(314)
$74.95 $49.99
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What customers like:
Perfect for summer
Fun and playful design
Lightweight
Durable and washes well
Comfortable fit
$74.95 $49.99
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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 polyester-spandex sun shirt with UPF 50+ protection, quick-drying stretch and chafe-free flatlock seams.
(0)
$54.95 $34.99
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$54.95 $34.99
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Men's Tropicwear Shirt, Plaid Short-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's Tropicwear Shirt, Plaid Short-Sleeve
A brown plaid shirt in a stretchy recycled-fiber blend, featuring UPF 50+ sun protection and venting.
(143)
$74.95 $62.99
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What customers like:
Attractive appearance
Fast drying
Lightweight
Good fit
Quick-drying
$74.95 $62.99
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Men's Tropics Shirt, Traditional Fit, Print
L.L.Bean Men's Tropics Shirt, Traditional Fit, Print
A soft, breathable blue cotton shirt with a tropical print, spread collar and straight hem with side vents.
(2,027)
$54.95 $54.95
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What customers like:
Durable quality
Versatile style
Cool and lightweight
Great summer look
Comfortable fit
$54.95 $54.95
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Men's Tropicwear Shirt, Short-Sleeve Print
L.L.Bean Men's Tropicwear Shirt, Short-Sleeve Print
A soft, stretchy nylon-blend shirt with fish print, UPF 50+ sun protection, venting and secure pockets.
(181)
$74.95 $34.99
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What customers like:
Quality fabric
Good fit
Comfortable to wear
$74.95 $34.99
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Men's Tropicwear Shirt, Short-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's Tropicwear Shirt, Short-Sleeve
A lightweight orange shirt with UPF 50+ sun protection, stretch, venting and secure pockets.
(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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Men's Tropicwear Shirt, Plaid Long-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's Tropicwear Shirt, Plaid Long-Sleeve
A brown plaid shirt in stretchy recycled polyester blend with UPF 50+ protection and breathable 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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Women's SunSmart UPF 50+ SunShirt, Long-Sleeve Print
L.L.Bean Women's SunSmart UPF 50+ SunShirt, Long-Sleeve Print
A multicolor, moisture-wicking sun shirt in recycled nylon-elastane fabric offers UPF 50+ coverage and quick-drying comfort.
(0)
$59.95 $37.99
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$59.95 $37.99
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Women's SunSmart® UPF 50+ SunShirt, Long Sleeve
L.L.Bean Women's SunSmart® UPF 50+ SunShirt, Long Sleeve
A red long-sleeve sun shirt with UPF 50+ protection, moisture-wicking performance, and quick-drying recycled nylon-elastane fabric.
(0)
$54.95 $37.99
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$54.95 $37.99
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Women's No Fly Zone Shirt, Long-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Women's No Fly Zone Shirt, Long-Sleeve
A blue synthetic-nylon shirt with permethrin insect protection, UPF 50+ sun protection, stretch, and moisture-wicking comfort.
(396)
$99.95 $74.99
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What customers like:
High-quality material
Excellent sun protection
Stylish design
Effective mosquito protection
Comfortable fit
$99.95 $74.99
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Men's Sunwashed Summer Shirt, Slightly Fitted
L.L.Bean Men's Sunwashed Summer Shirt, Slightly Fitted
A textured multicolor summer shirt in a soft, lightweight blend with camp-collar styling and relaxed fit.
(0)
$69.95 $44.99
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$69.95 $44.99
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Men's Insect Shield Pro Knit Crew
L.L.Bean Men's Insect Shield Pro Knit Crew
A green synthetic knit shirt with moisture-wicking comfort, UPF 30+ protection and insect-repelling treatment.
(0)
$79.95 $59.99
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$79.95 $59.99
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Women's Everyday SunSmart® Woven Shirt, Quarter-Zip Pullover Colorblock
L.L.Bean Women's Everyday SunSmart® Woven Shirt, Quarter-Zip Pullover Colorblock
A tan, lightweight polyester pullover with UPF 50+ protection, moisture-wicking stretch, and quarter-zip ventilation.
(274)
$74.95 $54.99
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$74.95 $54.99
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Women's Bean's Seacoast Seersucker Big Shirt
L.L.Bean Women's Bean's Seacoast Seersucker Big Shirt
A soft, breezy multicolor seersucker shirt blended with cotton, modal and stretch for easygoing summer layering.
(0)
$69.95 $44.99
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$69.95 $44.99
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Men's Tropicwear Shirt, Long-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's Tropicwear Shirt, Long-Sleeve
A green synthetic-nylon shirt with UPF 50+ sun protection, stretch, venting and versatile storage pockets.
(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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Men's No Fly Zone Shirt, Long-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's No Fly Zone Shirt, Long-Sleeve
A red synthetic-nylon shirt with UPF 50+ sun protection, insect-repellent treatment, stretch and moisture-wicking comfort.
(284)
$99.95 $74.99
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$99.95 $74.99
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Women's Tropicwear Shirt, Long-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Women's Tropicwear Shirt, Long-Sleeve
A pink, lightweight nylon-polyester sun shirt with UPF 50+, 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 SunSmart® UPF 50+ Sun Shirt, Hooded Tunic
L.L.Bean Women's SunSmart® UPF 50+ Sun Shirt, Hooded Tunic
A red hooded tunic in recycled nylon-elastane with UPF 50+ sun protection and quick-drying comfort.
(0)
$79.95 $47.99
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$79.95 $47.99
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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 blue nylon-blend hooded tunic with UPF 50+ protection, moisture-wicking performance and quick-drying comfort.
(0)
$79.95 $79.95
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$79.95 $79.95
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Women's Vacationland Seersucker Shirt, Short-Sleeve Popover Stripe
L.L.Bean Women's Vacationland Seersucker Shirt, Short-Sleeve Popover Stripe
A blue, striped cotton seersucker pullover shirt with short sleeves and a relaxed fit.
(2,243)
$49.95 $29.99
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What customers like:
Washes well
Fits well
Good for summer
Versatile
Comfortable
$49.95 $29.99
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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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