Customers overwhelmingly praise the gauze shirt for its lightweight, breathable fabric and exceptional comfort in warm weather. The material is consistently described as soft, airy, and ideal for summer, keeping wearers cool without an undershirt. Many highlight its versatility for casual and business-casual settings, with several noting its stylish appearance. However, sleeve length and fit present significant issues—most customers report sleeves run too long and the shirt fits boxy or large. Despite these drawbacks, the majority consider it a worthwhile summer staple and frequently repurchase in additional colors.
Great to wear over a colored tee. Looks outstanding!
Gene
Plainfield, Illinois
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★★★★★★★★★★
October 11, 2026
It is OK
Fit: True to size
I like the material but not the fit. The sleeves were way too long, and the shirts were a disappointment to me. I am 5'9" and 240. Shirt size is XXL
Gazza
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October 4, 2026
Terrible fit and stinky fabric.
Weight: 140-150 lbs
Height: 5'10"
Size Purchased: Medium
Fit: Too large
Used for: Casual or Every Day
Never ‘wore’ just tried on. The fit is atrocious. Sleeves WAY too long even on next size down, and then chest too small. The horizontal pattern did not line up left to right and wa
DaveinSC
SC
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★★★★★★★★★★
October 4, 2026
Fit: True to size
Great shirt, fits well and is of excellent quality. Fits true to size.
Lumpy7
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October 4, 2026
All around great shirt
Fit: True to size
I bought this shirt a month ago and I’m very pleased with it. It’s a great shirt material is very comfortable and washable.
Great looking
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October 3, 2026
Perfect Shirt.
Fit: True to size
Great fit and look. Highly recommend. Ordered medium and fits well. Great for fall and spring cooler days.
Katy
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October 3, 2026
very comfortable
Weight: 180-190 lbs
Height: 6'0"
Size Purchased: Medium
Fit: True to size
Used for: Relaxing
Favorite summer shirt. Light weight and protects my arms. Looks great
Farmer city
Indiana
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October 2, 2026
Baggy shirt
Fit: Too large
Disappointed with the fit. Sleeves were way too long and shirt was baggy. Washed and dried in hopes of shrinkage.
Response from L.L.Bean
October 13, 2026
By L.L.Bean Customer Service Team
Thank you for the review. We're very sorry to hear about the trouble with the fit. A member of our customer service team will be reaching out to shortly.
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October 2, 2026
For gauze lovers only
Weight: 150-160 lbs
Height: 5'10"
Size Purchased: Medium
Fit: True to size
Used for: Casual or Every Day
Returned as husband did not like the fabric. Fit was good though.
GBMiami
Miami
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October 1, 2026
Comfy shirt with comically long sleeves
Size Purchased: Large
Fit: True to size
Used for: Casual or Every Day
Many others have said it, so adding that my experience was similar: This is a nice, comfy shirt with comically long sleeves. Since some reviewers mentioned these shrinking, I took
Response from L.L.Bean
October 13, 2026
By L.L. Bean Customer Service
We appreciate your feedback. Your comments have been shared with our product team.
Just Jake
Pacific Northwest
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October 1, 2026
Expectations met
Fit: A little large
I was very pleased with the product. It fit well it met my expectations from product from L.L. Bean.
The fit is poor and the quality is not up to their usual standards.
Disappointed
Grand Rapids, Michigan
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September 25, 2026
Looks Great!
Fit: True to size
Just the perfect weight for these early Autumn mornings.
Tom457
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September 24, 2026
I love this shirt
Fit: True to size
I love wearing this shirt. It is light and comfortable and looks good.
Reallyrichard
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September 23, 2026
Returned
Height: 5'10"
Size Purchased: X-Large
Fit: Too large
I have purchased many LL Bean products that I love. Sadly, this was not one of them. Other reviewers were not exaggerating about the ridiculous length of the sleeves. The shirt
Response from L.L.Bean
October 2, 2026
By L.L. Bean Customer Service
Thank you for your feedback. Your comments have been shared with our product team.
Matt
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September 23, 2026
Fit: True to size
Love this light weight long sleeved shirt - great for a cool evening. I have two.
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September 23, 2026
Fit: True to size
Very nice shirt! Good lightweight for summer. I might’ve slightly preferred navy buttons instead of white.
Anna
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September 21, 2026
Comfortable and cool
Weight: 150-160 lbs
Height: 5'7"
Size Purchased: Medium
Fit: True to size
Used for: Travel, Casual or Every Day
Very soft and comfortable and fits perfectly. Has a nice casual, but dressy look. Comes out of the washer and dryer ready to wear.
Tennessee
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September 21, 2026
Fit: True to size
It’s definitely not a dress shirt, but that’s what I bought it for and to wear out side my pants. LLB always has good quality, no problems there.
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