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Women's UPF 50 Swimwear

Explore women's UPF 50 swimwear to find a swimsuit that suits your style and coverage preferences. Compare available designs, and check each product’s sizing and fit details to help choose the right one for you.

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Women's BeanSport Swimwear, Scoopneck Tanksuit Print
L.L.Bean Women's BeanSport Swimwear, Scoopneck Tanksuit Print
A full-coverage black tanksuit offering UPF 50+ protection in a breathable, quick-drying Italian fabric.
(1,947)
$59.95 $39.99
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What customers like:
Durable fabric
Flattering design
Versatile use
Beautiful colors
Comfortable fit
$59.95 $39.99
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Women's Coastal Essentials Swimwear, Bandeau Tanksuit Print
L.L.Bean Women's Coastal Essentials Swimwear, Bandeau Tanksuit Print
A stylish blue bandeau tanksuit offering UPF 50+ protection and moderate support with adjustable straps.
(0)
$99.95 $69.99
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$99.95 $69.99
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Women's BeanSport Swimwear, Scoopneck Tankini Top, Print
L.L.Bean Women's BeanSport Swimwear, Scoopneck Tankini Top, Print
A full-coverage blue tankini top offering UPF 50+ protection in a quick-drying Lycra blend.
(2,009)
$59.95 $34.99
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What customers like:
High quality
Quick-drying fabric
Flattering design
Beautiful color
Comfortable fit
$59.95 $34.99
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Women's Shaping Swimwear, Tanksuit Print
L.L.Bean Women's Shaping Swimwear, Tanksuit Print
A multi-color shaping tanksuit with UPF 50+ protection, offering full coverage and compressive support.
(1,247)
$110 $76.99
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What customers like:
Flattering fit
High quality and well-made
Soft and lightweight
Vibrant colors
Comfortable and supportive
$110 $76.99
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Women's Tropicwear Shirt, Long-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Women's Tropicwear Shirt, Long-Sleeve
A long-sleeve, wrinkle-free shirt with UPF 50+ protection, built-in stretch, and excellent venting.
(893)
$74.95 $74.95
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What customers like:
Great fit
Sun protection
Lightweight
Versatile
Comfortable
$74.95 $74.95
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Women's Shaping Swimwear, Swim Skirt
L.L.Bean Women's Shaping Swimwear, Swim Skirt
A high-rise red swim skirt in a nylon blend with UPF 50+ and quick-dry, stretch fabric.
(736)
$69.95 $48.99
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$69.95 $48.99
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Women's Shaping Swimwear, Tankini Top Print
L.L.Bean Women's Shaping Swimwear, Tankini Top Print
A multi-color printed tankini top in a nylon blend, offering UPF 50+ sun protection and supportive comfort.
(714)
$89.95 $62.99
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$89.95 $62.99
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Women's Shaping Swimwear, Soft-Drape Tankini Top Print
L.L.Bean Women's Shaping Swimwear, Soft-Drape Tankini Top Print
A multi-color tankini top with UPF 50+ protection, featuring a compressive fit and adjustable straps.
(520)
$99.95 $49.99
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What customers like:
Well-proportioned
Soft fabric
Stylish appearance
Vibrant colors
Comfortable fit
$99.95 $49.99
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Women's Shaping Swimwear, Tanksuit
L.L.Bean Women's Shaping Swimwear, Tanksuit
A black nylon blend tanksuit offering full coverage, UPF 50+ protection, and exceptional shaping support.
(426)
$99.95 $69.99
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What customers like:
Great fit
Flattering cut
Excellent tummy control
Full coverage
Durable material
$99.95 $69.99
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Women's Shaping Swimwear, High-Waist Brief
L.L.Bean Women's Shaping Swimwear, High-Waist Brief
A high-waist swim brief in black nylon blend with UPF 50+ protection and excellent stretch recovery.
(328)
$59.95 $59.95
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$59.95 $59.95
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Women's Shaping Swimwear, Clasp Halter Dress Print
L.L.Bean Women's Shaping Swimwear, Clasp Halter Dress Print
A blue printed swimdress featuring quick-drying, chlorine-resistant Italian nylon blend with UPF 50+ sun protection.
(306)
$130 $89.99
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$130 $89.99
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Women's Shaping Swimwear, Clasp Halter Dress
L.L.Bean Women's Shaping Swimwear, Clasp Halter Dress
A black halter swimdress with UPF 50+ protection, featuring a compressive fit and quick-drying Italian fabric.
(263)
$120 $79.99
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What customers like:
Great fit
Attractive appearance
Very comfortable
High-quality fabric
Excellent coverage
$120 $79.99
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Women's New Currents Swimwear, Swim Shorts
L.L.Bean Women's New Currents Swimwear, Swim Shorts
A pair of mid-rise, quick-dry swim shorts in darkest navy with UPF 50+ protection and moderate compression.
(255)
$59.95 $39.99
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What customers like:
Great fit
Perfect length
Stylish design
Versatile use
Flattering look
$59.95 $39.99
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Women's BeanSport Swimwear, Squareneck Tanksuit
L.L.Bean Women's BeanSport Swimwear, Squareneck Tanksuit
A full-coverage black tanksuit offering UPF 50+ protection in a breathable, quick-drying Italian fabric.
(208)
$79.95 $54.99
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What customers like:
Lovely design
Flattering fit
Durable
Versatile
Chlorine-resistant
$79.95 $54.99
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Women's Shaping Swimwear, Tankini Top
L.L.Bean Women's Shaping Swimwear, Tankini Top
A black tankini top with UPF 50+ protection, made from a durable nylon blend with adjustable straps.
(74)
$79.95 $79.95
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What customers like:
Well-made
Nice quality
Good fit
Comfortable
Slimming effect
$79.95 $79.95
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Women's BeanSport Highneck Tanksuit
L.L.Bean Women's BeanSport Highneck Tanksuit
A black tanksuit made from quick-drying, chlorine-resistant Italian fabric with UPF 50+ sun protection.
(0)
$79.95 $54.99
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$79.95 $54.99
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Women's Shaping Swimwear, Soft-Drape Tankini Top
L.L.Bean Women's Shaping Swimwear, Soft-Drape Tankini Top
A black nylon blend tankini top with UPF 50+ protection, adjustable straps, and compressive support.
(0)
$89.95 $59.99
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$89.95 $59.99
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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 lightweight blue hooded tunic offering UPF 50+ protection in a soft recycled nylon blend.
(0)
$79.95 $39.99
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$79.95 $39.99
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Women's L.L.Bean Coastal Essential Scoop Tanksuit, Print
L.L.Bean Women's L.L.Bean Coastal Essential Scoop Tanksuit, Print
A blue scoopneck tanksuit in a recycled nylon blend, offering UPF 50+ sun protection and moderate support.
(0)
$99.95 $69.99
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$99.95 $69.99
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Women's BeanSport Swim Dress
L.L.Bean Women's BeanSport Swim Dress
A black swim dress with UPF 50+ protection, made from quick-drying Italian Lycra elastane nylon blend.
(0)
$110 $74.99
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$110 $74.99
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Women's SunSmart® UPF 50+ SunShirt, Long Sleeve
L.L.Bean Women's SunSmart® UPF 50+ SunShirt, Long Sleeve
A lightweight red long-sleeve sunshirt made from a silky recycled nylon and elastane blend with UPF 50+.
(0)
$54.95 $37.99
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$54.95 $37.99
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Women's Shaping Sweetheart Tanksuit
L.L.Bean Women's Shaping Sweetheart Tanksuit
A black lycra-elastane tanksuit with UPF 50+, full coverage, adjustable straps, and supportive shaping.
(0)
$99.95 $99.95
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$99.95 $99.95
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Women's L.L.Bean Everyday Performance Tank, Cropped
L.L.Bean Women's L.L.Bean Everyday Performance Tank, Cropped
A sublimely soft, stretchy cropped tank with UPF 50+ protection, perfect for hiking and running.
(0)
$69.95 $34.99
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$69.95 $34.99
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Women's BeanSport Highneck Tankini Top, Print
L.L.Bean Women's BeanSport Highneck Tankini Top, Print
A blue high-neck tankini top in quick-drying Italian nylon-Lycra blend with UPF 50+ sun protection.
(0)
$69.95 $44.99
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$69.95 $44.99
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Women's UPF 50 Swimwear

Women’s UPF 50 swimwear brings a clearly identified rating into the choice of swimwear, alongside the fit, coverage and personal style that make a suit feel right. The UPF 50 designation is an important detail to look for in the individual product description, but it is not a description of the entire garment: neckline, sleeve length, leg opening and overall shape still determine how much of the body is covered. Two designs with the same rating can look and fit quite differently. That makes the silhouette just as worth considering as the number on the label. Some women prefer a simple, coordinated look, while others enjoy choosing separate pieces that reflect their own sense of style. A clean-lined shape, a favorite color or a thoughtfully chosen pattern can make swimwear feel like a natural extension of the rest of a wardrobe rather than something entirely separate. The most useful details are often personal ones: a neckline that feels familiar, a waistline that sits where expected, or coverage that does not require a second thought whenever plans include a swim. Rather than treating one silhouette as the right choice for everyone, it helps to think about the proportions and clothing shapes already enjoyed. Someone who favors understated outfits may gravitate toward an equally straightforward swimwear look; someone who enjoys mixing colors may prefer the freedom to coordinate pieces individually. Neither approach needs to be complicated. The appeal is in finding swimwear that reflects individual preferences without asking the wearer to adopt a different style. For women comparing UPF 50 swimwear, the rating offers a shared starting point, while the details of each design give the choice its character. Product photographs, coverage descriptions and sizing information help turn that broad starting point into a more personal selection, whether the goal is replacing a familiar favorite or putting together a swimwear wardrobe for the first time.

Fit deserves that same individual attention, especially because a familiar clothing size does not tell the whole story of how swimwear will sit on the body. Bust, waist and hip measurements provide useful context, and torso length can be an important consideration when comparing connected silhouettes. The size chart and fit notes for each design are more helpful than assuming that every shape follows the same proportions. For separate pieces, considering the fit of each part independently can make the overall selection more straightforward. Coverage preferences also extend beyond a simple distinction between more and less fabric. Where a neckline falls, how a shoulder is shaped and where a hem meets the leg all influence the look and feel of an outfit. A woman who likes one area more covered may prefer a different proportion elsewhere, and those choices need not follow a single formula. During a try-on, ordinary movements can reveal details that are easy to overlook while standing still: raising the arms, sitting down or turning to look over a shoulder. The aim is to understand how the garment fits, not simply how it looks in one position. Fabric information belongs in this comparison too, though the UPF 50 designation should not be treated as a complete material description. The listed composition, construction details and care directions provide the information needed to assess an individual garment. The rating alone does not establish how a fabric feels, how quickly it dries or how it will hold up with wear. Those are separate considerations that belong in the product’s own specifications. Clear expectations make comparisons more meaningful, particularly when choosing between designs that appear similar in a photograph. A close look at the details can help distinguish the silhouette that suits a preferred fit from one that simply catches the eye. The result is a more considered swimwear choice, with equal attention paid to the rating, the shape and the person who will wear it.

Everyday ownership matters as much as the initial choice, so care instructions are worth reading before swimwear becomes part of a regular routine. A garment’s label is the right place to check washing, drying and other handling directions; a UPF 50 rating does not replace those instructions or mean that every rated garment should be cared for in the same way. For anyone who prefers a simple laundry routine, understanding those requirements in advance can be a practical part of narrowing the choices. Durability is another consideration best approached through the information provided for each design rather than through assumptions about the collection as a whole. Construction details and any stated care limitations offer a more useful basis for comparison than the rating alone. After purchase, checking fit and condition over time keeps attention on the garment as it is being worn, not just as it appeared when first selected. These small, practical considerations help keep the focus on enjoying a swim and spending time together. Swimwear is a personal purchase, but it can also be a thoughtful gift when the recipient’s measurements, preferred silhouettes and coverage choices are already known. A familiar color preference is a helpful starting point, though fit and care preferences deserve just as much consideration. Choosing for another person works best when the decision reflects what that person enjoys wearing rather than what someone else thinks they ought to choose. For a household making related selections, men’s UPF 50 swim shirts provide another category to explore, with each person’s fit and style considered independently. There is no need for everyone’s swimwear to match for the occasion to feel shared. Women’s UPF 50 swimwear can be approached with the same straightforward priorities that guide other wardrobe choices: a clearly described garment, a fit that respects individual proportions and a style that feels personal. Together, those details make browsing more purposeful and leave room for the simple pleasure of looking forward to the next swim.
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