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Women's Lightweight Knit Sweaters

Explore women's lightweight knit sweaters with timeless style and L.L.Bean quality. Find a lighter knit for your wardrobe, and compare fit, fabric and care details on each product page to choose the sweater that’s right for you.

Women's Cotton/Cashmere Sweater, Turtleneck
L.L.Bean Women's Cotton/Cashmere Sweater, Turtleneck
A blue cotton-cashmere turtleneck sweater with ultrasoft jersey-knit comfort, ribbed trim, and lightweight warmth.
(3,434)
$69.95 $50.99
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What customers like:
Perfect fit
Good quality
Light weight
Softness
Warm
$69.95 $50.99
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Women's Cotton Ragg Sweater, Crewneck
L.L.Bean Women's Cotton Ragg Sweater, Crewneck
A tan cotton crewneck sweater with a lightweight ragg-knit look, ribbed trim, and slightly cropped silhouette.
(0)
$69.95 $34.99
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$69.95 $34.99
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Women's Cotton/Cashmere Sweater, Crewneck
L.L.Bean Women's Cotton/Cashmere Sweater, Crewneck
A blue cotton-cashmere crewneck sweater with lightweight warmth, soft jersey knit, ribbed trim, and a relaxed fit.
(2,202)
$59.95 $59.95
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What customers like:
Luxurious softness
Lightweight warmth
Versatile style
Easy to wash
Comfortable fit
$59.95 $59.95
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Women's Cotton/Cashmere Sweater, Turtleneck Fair Isle
L.L.Bean Women's Cotton/Cashmere Sweater, Turtleneck Fair Isle
A blue cotton-cashmere turtleneck sweater with a Fair Isle pattern, ultrasoft jersey knit, and lightweight warmth.
(709)
$79.95 $79.95
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$79.95 $79.95
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Women's Cotton/Cashmere Sweater, V-Neck Stripe
L.L.Bean Women's Cotton/Cashmere Sweater, V-Neck Stripe
A striped cotton-cashmere V-neck sweater with lightweight warmth, soft jersey-knit comfort and easy machine washing.
(0)
$69.95 $69.95
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$69.95 $69.95
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Women's Cotton/Cashmere Sweater, Turtleneck Stripe
L.L.Bean Women's Cotton/Cashmere Sweater, Turtleneck Stripe
A soft cotton-cashmere turtleneck sweater with blue stripes, lightweight warmth, and easy machine care.
(0)
$59.95 $19.99
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$59.95 $19.99
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Women's Cotton/Cashmere Sweater, Polo Stripe
L.L.Bean Women's Cotton/Cashmere Sweater, Polo Stripe
A multicolored striped cotton-cashmere sweater with a soft jersey knit, polo collar, and lightweight warmth.
(0)
$79.95 $54.99
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$79.95 $54.99
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Women's Cotton Ragg Sweater, Relaxed Crewneck Fair Isle Yoke
L.L.Bean Women's Cotton Ragg Sweater, Relaxed Crewneck Fair Isle Yoke
A lightweight multicolor cotton sweater with a relaxed crewneck and Fair Isle yoke for year-round wear.
(0)
$69.95 $69.95
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$69.95 $69.95
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Women's Classic Cashmere, Crewneck
L.L.Bean Women's Classic Cashmere, Crewneck
A gray cashmere crewneck sweater crafted from luxurious two-ply Inner Mongolian cashmere with softly fitted styling.
(4,495)
$130 $130
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What customers like:
Great fit
Good value for the price
Lightweight warmth
Softness
Beautiful color
$130 $130
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Women's Airlight Knit Pullover
L.L.Bean Women's Airlight Knit Pullover
A blue polyester quilted pullover with UPF 50+ protection, moisture-wicking fabric, and a convenient snap front.
(3,934)
$79.95 $79.95
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$79.95 $79.95
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Women's Cotton Ragg Sweater, Funnelneck Pullover
L.L.Bean Women's Cotton Ragg Sweater, Funnelneck Pullover
A tan cotton funnelneck pullover with a lightweight ragg-knit look and cozy ribbed trim.
(2,907)
$79.95 $54.99
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What customers like:
High quality
Perfect fit
Great color
Softness
Warmth
$79.95 $54.99
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Women's Bean's Classic Ragg Wool Sweater, Crewneck Fair Isle
L.L.Bean Women's Bean's Classic Ragg Wool Sweater, Crewneck Fair Isle
A blue lambswool crewneck sweater with a vintage Fair Isle pattern and warm midweight knit.
(642)
$99.95 $74.99
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What customers like:
Classic and stylish design
Warmth and coziness
High-quality wool and craftsmanship
Flattering and comfortable fit
Beautiful colors and pattern
$99.95 $74.99
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Women's Classic Cashmere Sweater, Crewneck Stripe
L.L.Bean Women's Classic Cashmere Sweater, Crewneck Stripe
A striped crewneck sweater in luxuriously soft, two-ply white cashmere with narrow ribbed trim.
(444)
$140 $69.99
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What customers like:
Great fit
Lightweight warmth
High quality cashmere
Excellent workmanship
Comfortable and soft
$140 $69.99
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Women's Cotton Ragg Sweater, Relaxed Crewneck
L.L.Bean Women's Cotton Ragg Sweater, Relaxed Crewneck
A white cotton crewneck sweater with a relaxed fit, ragg-wool look and ribbed trim.
(0)
$59.95 $44.99
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$59.95 $44.99
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Women's Organic Cotton Slub Pointelle Sweater, Polo
L.L.Bean Women's Organic Cotton Slub Pointelle Sweater, Polo
A blue organic cotton polo sweater with lightweight slub yarns, pointelle openwork, and a splitneck collar.
(0)
$99 $34.99
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$99 $34.99
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Women's Sunwashed Openwork Sweater, Crewneck Stripe
L.L.Bean Women's Sunwashed Openwork Sweater, Crewneck Stripe
An oversized striped crewneck sweater in a soft cotton-recycled polyester blend, featuring airy openwork stitch details.
(0)
$89.95 $59.99
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$89.95 $59.99
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Women's Cotton/Cashmere Sweater, Polo
L.L.Bean Women's Cotton/Cashmere Sweater, Polo
A blue cotton-cashmere polo sweater with lightweight warmth, jersey-knit softness, and easy machine washing.
(0)
$69.95 $69.95
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$69.95 $69.95
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Women's Signature Camp Merino Wool Sweater, Pullover
L.L.Bean Women's Signature Camp Merino Wool Sweater, Pullover
A tan crewneck sweater crafted from fine, lightweight 100% Merino wool with ribbed trim.
(0)
$129 $95.99
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$129 $95.99
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Women's Sunwashed Waffle Sweater, Splitneck
L.L.Bean Women's Sunwashed Waffle Sweater, Splitneck
A blue cotton waffle sweater with a split neckline, ribbed trim, and softly shaped fit.
(0)
$69.95 $69.95
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$69.95 $69.95
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Women's Organic Cotton Slub Pointelle Sweater, Polo
L.L.Bean Women's Organic Cotton Slub Pointelle Sweater, Polo
A lightweight tan organic cotton polo sweater featuring pointelle openwork and a splitneck collar.
(0)
$89 $34.99
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$89 $34.99
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Women's Sunwashed Openwork Sweater, Crewneck
L.L.Bean Women's Sunwashed Openwork Sweater, Crewneck
An oversized brown cotton-blend crewneck sweater with airy open stitchwork, ideal for warm-weather layering.
(0)
$79.95 $79.95
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$79.95 $79.95
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Women's Maine Guide Lightweight Lambswool Sweater
L.L.Bean Women's Maine Guide Lightweight Lambswool Sweater
A lightweight brown lambswool sweater with a semi-mock neck and durable elbow and shoulder patches.
(0)
$99.95 $74.99
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$99.95 $74.99
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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 green cotton-blend sweater with open stitchwork, short sleeves and a button-front split neckline.
(0)
$69.95 $44.99
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$69.95 $44.99
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Women's Signature Original Cotton Sweater, Crewneck
L.L.Bean Women's Signature Original Cotton Sweater, Crewneck
A multicolor organic cotton crewneck sweater with a softly shaped fit, ribbed trim, and side slits.
(0)
$99.95 $74.99
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$99.95 $74.99
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Women's Lightweight Knit Sweaters

Women’s lightweight knit sweaters bring together familiar sweater styling and a lighter-weight design, with the details of each piece shaping its individual character. Lightweight describes the sweater’s weight, while knit refers to its construction; neither term alone establishes its fiber content, fit, or care requirements. That distinction makes the individual description important when comparing sweaters that look similar in a photograph. The appeal of knitwear is often in the details: the appearance of the stitches, the line of the neckline, the shape of the sleeves, and the way the hem finishes the silhouette. A simple stitch pattern puts more attention on the outline of the sweater, while a more pronounced pattern gives the surface a different visual character. Details such as a crew neckline, a V-shaped neckline, or a cardigan opening also change the balance of an outfit without requiring a completely different wardrobe. A rounded neckline creates one frame for a favorite necklace; a V-shaped opening creates another. Ribbing at the neckline, cuffs, or hem can provide a distinct visual border, while a less defined finish gives the silhouette a different appearance. These are useful distinctions when the goal is a sweater that feels consistent with an established personal style rather than a passing trend. With straight-leg jeans, the sweater’s length and proportions become the main points of interest. Alongside a skirt, the relationship between the hem and waistband takes on greater importance. With tailored trousers, a clearly defined neckline or visible stitch detail can serve as the outfit’s focal point. The collection’s focus on women’s lightweight knit sweaters makes weight and construction the starting points, leaving room to compare the individual details that matter most. The result is a more personal choice: not simply a sweater that looks appealing on its own, but one whose shape and styling belong with the clothing already in the closet.

Fit deserves the same attention as appearance, particularly when two sweaters have similar styling but different measurements. A size designation is only part of the picture; the listed fit, garment length, sleeve length, and any available measurements provide more specific information. Comparing those details with a sweater that already has a preferred fit offers a familiar reference point. The shoulder line is worth noticing, as is the amount of room through the body and the position of the hem. A longer outline and a shorter one create different proportions, even when the neckline and stitch pattern are much alike. Likewise, a more relaxed silhouette and a more defined silhouette express different preferences rather than a single standard for how a sweater should look. Photographs can help show these distinctions, but the written description remains important for details that an image cannot establish. Fabric content is one of those details. Knit is a construction term, not a fiber name, so the fabric information for each sweater should be considered separately rather than inferred from the category. Care requirements also belong to the individual garment. The label determines the appropriate washing, drying, and other care methods; a lightweight appearance is not a substitute for that information. For someone who prefers a particular laundry routine, those instructions can be part of the decision from the beginning. Durability deserves similar attention to specific information rather than broad assumptions about sweater weight. Construction details, care requirements, and any stated information about the individual garment offer a more grounded basis for comparison. A close look at the neckline, cuffs, seams, and hem can also help clarify the finishing details shown in the photographs. Taken together, these considerations keep the choice connected to what the sweater actually is: its documented construction, its stated fit, and the care it requires. They also give personal preferences their proper place, whether the priority is a particular sleeve length, a familiar neckline, or a hem that falls at a preferred point.

A thoughtful sweater selection often starts with the pieces worn most frequently rather than an entirely new outfit. Looking at favorite jeans, trousers, skirts, and accessories can reveal which proportions and details would feel most at home. Someone who favors a simple wardrobe may be drawn to an understated stitch pattern and an uncluttered neckline. Someone who enjoys visible knit detail may give more attention to the pattern across the front, the sleeves, or the borders. Neither approach needs elaborate styling. A familiar pair of earrings, a favorite necklace, or a carefully chosen belt can influence how the whole outfit looks, while the sweater remains the central piece. The position of the hem matters here, too: a photograph showing the sweater from more than one angle can offer a clearer sense of its shape than a tightly cropped image. The same attention to preferences makes knitwear a considered gift for a partner, relative, or friend. Knowing the recipient’s usual size is helpful, but knowing a preferred neckline, silhouette, and care routine adds more meaningful context. A person who repeatedly chooses the same sweater shape may appreciate that familiar direction more than an unexpected change in style. When those preferences are uncertain, the garment’s measurements and description are better reference points than guesses based on appearance alone. For a broader look at the category, Women's Lightweight Sweaters offers another place to continue browsing with those preferences in mind. Throughout the selection process, the most useful details are the ones that connect the sweater to an individual wardrobe: the visible knit pattern, the neckline, the listed fit, the fabric information, and the care instructions. Giving each of those details attention keeps the focus on a considered choice rather than a general impression. Women’s lightweight knit sweaters offer a clear starting point for that choice, with familiar sweater styling and room for the small distinctions that make a piece feel personal.

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