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Sunwashed Apparel

Explore sunwashed apparel with an easygoing look and timeless style. Browse clothing that complements your wardrobe, and check individual product details for fit, sizing and care information to help you choose the right pieces.

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Women's Sunwashed Canvas Pants, High-Rise Straight-Leg
L.L.Bean Women's Sunwashed Canvas Pants, High-Rise Straight-Leg
A high-rise, straight-leg pant in coastal tan, made from lightweight 100% cotton canvas with an elastic waist.
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$44.95 $37.99
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What customers like:
Versatile style
Practical design
Deep pockets
High-quality fabric
Comfortable fit
$44.95 $37.99
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Women's Sunwashed Openwork Sweater, Crewneck
L.L.Bean Women's Sunwashed Openwork Sweater, Crewneck
An airy yellow crewneck sweater in a soft cotton blend with open stitchwork and an oversized fit.
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$79.95 $67.99
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$79.95 $67.99
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Women's Sunwashed Cotton-Blend Pull-On Pants, Mid-Rise Ankle
L.L.Bean Women's Sunwashed Cotton-Blend Pull-On Pants, Mid-Rise Ankle
A pair of green, mid-rise ankle pants in a soft cotton-TENCEL™ blend with comfortable stretch.
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$89.95 $89.95
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Men's Sunwashed Canvas Shirt, Traditional Fit
L.L.Bean Men's Sunwashed Canvas Shirt, Traditional Fit
A prewashed purple cotton canvas shirt with rugged buttons, double-needle stitching, and button-flap pockets.
(5,386)
$69.95 $69.95
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$69.95 $69.95
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Men's Sunwashed Canvas Shirt, Traditional Fit Short-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's Sunwashed Canvas Shirt, Traditional Fit Short-Sleeve
A soft, tan short-sleeve button-down crafted from prewashed 100% cotton canvas for lasting comfort.
(1,629)
$59.95 $59.95
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$59.95 $59.95
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Men's Sunwashed Sweatshirt, Quarter-Zip Polo, Long-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's Sunwashed Sweatshirt, Quarter-Zip Polo, Long-Sleeve
A blue quarter-zip polo sweatshirt in soft cotton-polyester French terry with a brushed interior and chest pocket.
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$79.95 $54.99
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$79.95 $54.99
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Men's Sunwashed Denim Shirt, Slightly Fitted Untucked Fit
L.L.Bean Men's Sunwashed Denim Shirt, Slightly Fitted Untucked Fit
A midweight blue cotton denim shirt with authentic workwear details and a perfectly faded, broken-in feel.
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$59.95 $59.95
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$59.95 $59.95
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Women's Sunwashed Sweats, Quarter-Zip
L.L.Bean Women's Sunwashed Sweats, Quarter-Zip
A soft white cotton-blend quarter-zip sweatshirt with a relaxed fit and brushed interior for comfort.
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$89.95 $54.99
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$89.95 $54.99
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Women's Sunwashed Openwork Sweater, Short-Sleeve Henley
L.L.Bean Women's Sunwashed Openwork Sweater, Short-Sleeve Henley
A soft yellow short-sleeve henley sweater featuring open stitchwork and a relaxed cotton blend fit.
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$69.95 $58.99
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$69.95 $58.99
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Men's Sunwashed Khaki Pants, Slim Fit
L.L.Bean Men's Sunwashed Khaki Pants, Slim Fit
A slim-fit green cotton-blend chino with peached twill fabric for softness and all-season comfort.
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$79.95 $79.95
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$79.95 $79.95
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Women's Sunwashed Lightweight Utility Jacket
L.L.Bean Women's Sunwashed Lightweight Utility Jacket
A lightweight green utility jacket crafted from a soft cotton blend with button-front and multiple pockets.
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$89.95 $89.95
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$89.95 $89.95
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Men's Sunwashed Sweatshirt, Full-Zip
L.L.Bean Men's Sunwashed Sweatshirt, Full-Zip
A red full-zip sweatshirt in soft cotton-polyester French terry with a brushed interior and chest pocket.
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$89.95 $64.99
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$89.95 $64.99
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Women's Sunwashed Cotton-Blend Pull-On Pants, Mid-Rise Cargo
L.L.Bean Women's Sunwashed Cotton-Blend Pull-On Pants, Mid-Rise Cargo
A pair of green, mid-rise cargo pants in a soft cotton-TENCEL™ blend with comfortable stretch.
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$89.95 $89.95
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$89.95 $89.95
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Women's Sunwashed Sweats, Splitneck Polo
L.L.Bean Women's Sunwashed Sweats, Splitneck Polo
A relaxed-fit gray splitneck polo with a soft cotton blend and cozy brushed interior.
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$79.95 $39.99
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$79.95 $39.99
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Women's Sunwashed Waffle Top, Mockneck Henley
L.L.Bean Women's Sunwashed Waffle Top, Mockneck Henley
A soft brown waffle-knit mockneck henley made from a comfortable cotton-polyester blend with ribbed trim.
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$79.95 $79.95
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Women's Sunwashed Corduroy Shirt
L.L.Bean Women's Sunwashed Corduroy Shirt
A soft-washed, 100% cotton corduroy popover shirt with a relaxed fit and button-front chest pockets.
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$69.95 $51.99
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$69.95 $51.99
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Women's Sunwashed Tee, Long-Sleeve Cropped Boxy Henley Novelty
L.L.Bean Women's Sunwashed Tee, Long-Sleeve Cropped Boxy Henley Novelty
A blue striped long-sleeve henley tee crafted from extra-soft, garment-washed cotton jersey knit.
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$54.95 $54.95
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Men's Sunwashed Summer Shirt, Slightly Fitted Untucked Fit
L.L.Bean Men's Sunwashed Summer Shirt, Slightly Fitted Untucked Fit
A superlight, textured cotton-blend shirt in multicolor prints, washed for instant softness and untucked style.
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$69.95 $44.99
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Men's Sunwashed Ultrasoft Button-Front Shirt, Short-Sleeve, Print
L.L.Bean Men's Sunwashed Ultrasoft Button-Front Shirt, Short-Sleeve, Print
A blue short-sleeve shirt in a soft TENCEL™ lyocell-polyester blend with a relaxed, textured feel.
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$74.95 $59.99
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$74.95 $59.99
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Men's Sunwashed Ripstop Cargo Pants, Standard Fit
L.L.Bean Men's Sunwashed Ripstop Cargo Pants, Standard Fit
A rugged gray cotton-blend cargo pant with stretch, weathered look, and abrasion-resistant ripstop fabric.
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$99.95 $99.95
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Women's Sunwashed Textured Popover Shirt
L.L.Bean Women's Sunwashed Textured Popover Shirt
A lightweight brown popover shirt in a soft TENCEL™ blend with a split neck and elasticized cuffs.
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$69.95 $69.95
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Men's Sunwashed Oxford Shirt, Slightly Fitted Untucked Fit, Stripe
L.L.Bean Men's Sunwashed Oxford Shirt, Slightly Fitted Untucked Fit, Stripe
A blue striped 100% cotton oxford shirt, washed for softness and designed for untucked comfort.
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$69.95 $69.95
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Women's Sunwashed Tee, Short-Sleeve Cropped Boxy Crewneck Logo
L.L.Bean Women's Sunwashed Tee, Short-Sleeve Cropped Boxy Crewneck Logo
A white, 100% cotton cropped tee with a boxy fit and extra-soft, garment-washed feel.
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$34.95 $19.99
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$34.95 $19.99
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Men's Sunwashed Textured Cotton Sweater, Crewneck, Stripe
L.L.Bean Men's Sunwashed Textured Cotton Sweater, Crewneck, Stripe
A brown 100% cotton crewneck sweater with a textured thermal knit and relaxed, weathered look.
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$79.95 $67.99
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$79.95 $67.99
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Sunwashed Apparel

Sunwashed apparel brings a gently faded look to classic clothing, with color that feels more understated than crisp or saturated. The appeal is in that easygoing appearance: familiar shades, subtle contrasts, and a sense of character without a bold pattern or elaborate detail. Think of the quiet colors of a shoreline, a weathered garden gate, or stones along a favorite path. Those natural references help describe the look, rather than a particular fabric or manufacturing process. Sunwashed is best understood as a description of appearance, not a promise that every piece has the same texture, weight, or fit. It also leaves plenty of room for personal style. Someone who gravitates toward neutral colors might appreciate the way a faded shade adds interest without changing the overall mood of an outfit. Someone who enjoys more color might prefer its less saturated expression, especially alongside familiar wardrobe favorites. The result can feel relaxed without looking careless, and coordinated without requiring everything to match. A slightly different tone between two pieces often creates a more natural combination than an exact color match. That flexibility is part of what makes sunwashed clothing appealing as a collection: the look has a clear identity, yet it does not depend on one head-to-toe formula. It can be a small addition to an established wardrobe rather than a complete change in direction. For a closer look at one expression of the theme, explore Sunwashed Woven Shirts. Across the broader theme, the most useful distinction is between the visual effect and the individual garment details. A washed-looking color may draw the eye first, while the cut, proportions, and care information help determine whether a piece belongs among the clothes someone reaches for most often. Both matter when choosing clothing with lasting personal appeal.

The character of sunwashed apparel becomes clearer when color is considered alongside shape and proportion. A muted shade can look quite different in a close silhouette than in a roomier one, and a relaxed appearance does not necessarily mean a relaxed fit. Length, shoulder placement, sleeve shape, and the line through the body all influence how a garment looks on the person wearing it. Individual measurements and fit descriptions are more useful than assuming the collection shares a single cut. Comparing those details with a well-liked garment at home gives familiar numbers a practical purpose: a preferred length, for example, can be easier to recognize than a general description of fit. Photographs offer another perspective, particularly when they show the garment from more than one angle, but they cannot establish how a fabric will feel. Materials deserve the same individual attention. The sunwashed name alone does not identify fiber content, construction, thickness, or stretch, so the composition and other details listed for each garment remain the place to look for those distinctions. Keeping appearance separate from construction makes it easier to appreciate the collection without expecting every piece to behave alike. It also opens up more thoughtful combinations. Similar muted tones can give an outfit a quiet, unified look, while a pale shade beside a deeper one creates definition. A less saturated color can sit between two stronger shades, bringing the combination together without becoming its focus. As wardrobes change during the cooler months, that approach keeps attention on the relationship between colors rather than on a strictly seasonal palette. There is no need to reserve a washed-looking shade for a particular time of year. Its place in an outfit depends on personal taste and the individual garment, with the collection offering a common visual thread rather than a fixed set of rules.

A sunwashed look also invites a useful distinction between clothing that appears faded and clothing that has actually worn out. The visual character is part of the style; it does not establish durability, tell the story of previous wear, or predict how a garment will change over time. Construction information and care directions provide a better basis for those expectations. Washing and drying requirements can differ from piece to piece, even when the colors look similar, and the individual care label should take precedence over assumptions about the collection. Before choosing, it is worth considering whether those directions fit the recipient’s usual routine. A garment someone enjoys looking at should also make sense among the things they already own and care for. That is especially relevant when sunwashed apparel is being considered as a gift. Familiarity with someone’s preferred colors and proportions is often more helpful than guessing what might represent a change of style. A person whose wardrobe is full of quieter shades may appreciate a related tone with a faded appearance; someone with a favorite color may enjoy seeing it expressed a little differently. Knowing whether they prefer a more defined shape or extra room offers another useful starting point, though the individual fit details still matter. The thoughtfulness comes from recognizing their preferences rather than selecting an entire new look for them. For personal shopping, the same idea keeps the collection grounded in real choices. Picture the colors already grouped together in a closet, the proportions that feel familiar in the mirror, and the details that make an outfit feel like its wearer. Sunwashed apparel can add variety while staying close to that established sense of style. Its appeal is not about recreating a particular decade or making clothes look older than they are. It is about a quieter treatment of color, an easygoing visual character, and classic styling that leaves room for individuality. Those qualities give the theme its continuity, whether a single faded shade becomes a favorite accent or several related tones become part of a familiar wardrobe.
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