https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/tell-me-about-llbean Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sat, 11 Apr 2026 06:59:38 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/tell-me-about-llbean/page/2#post-2219380 Thu, 26 Aug 2021 21:36:30 +0000 Mainelady 2219380@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>&nbsp;I hope you enjoy the store and have a great time! I usually visit the flagship stores in Freeport, Maine twice a year. I have never been disappointed with the quality add their return policy is still exceptional. Do follow the suggestions to try on for sizing. I can often size down or find the petite version fits a bit better. Customer service is top notch, so if you do not see a size or color you want, ask! The reps will often check with the warehouse or other stores to see if they can locate what you want and ship it to you.<br />&nbsp; My LL Bean go to pieces are often outerwear. I have the hooded zip flannel jackets, barn coats and quilted jackets in more than one color. They machine wash and dry well and look like new even after years of wear.<br />&nbsp; I look forward to your update! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/tell-me-about-llbean/page/2#post-2219378 Thu, 26 Aug 2021 21:24:53 +0000 Grace 2219378@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love LL Bean.&nbsp; I have found that their online feature that says which store has an item in stock has not been reliable for me, so now I just call a store if there's a size I'm looking for that's not online.&nbsp; I've attached Finds of some LL Bean items I love.&nbsp; I've given the Scotch Plaid pajamas and Packaway jacket as gifts.&nbsp; They will do some 20% off weekends as the holidays approach.&nbsp; They also have great sportshirts for men (I've bought many for DH) and great children's swimwear and sleepwear.</p> <p>&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/tell-me-about-llbean/page/2#post-2218891 Wed, 25 Aug 2021 04:13:42 +0000 Suz 2218891@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Basically, what everyone said. Excellent quality for the most part. Generously cut, but some things will work for your slender frame regardless. Preppy, gearish, but also good essentials (something you love) and would be a fab place to shop for the kids! As others also said, you can get great totes, luggage, down throws, blankets, etc. etc. as well.&nbsp;</p> <p>We have some canvas bags from LL Bean that are about 40 years old and still going strong. Also, some down throws. I have had a few fashion items over the years and still wear my 7 year old Bretons (and I mean, I wear these things -- multiple times a week from April to October and once every week or two through winter) and a plaid flannel shirt!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/tell-me-about-llbean/page/2#post-2218858 Tue, 24 Aug 2021 23:49:24 +0000 Jonesy 2218858@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>As everyone else has said, they typically offer excellent quality and durability. I purchased flannel PJs for my kids a few years ago (their flannel was top-rated by someone--can't remember who!) and they have just gotten softer with each washing. They carry tall men's clothes, so they are great for my oldest, who is 6'5"--I have purchased wool sweaters and a heavy-duty winter coat for him and they are great. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/tell-me-about-llbean/page/2#post-2218832 Tue, 24 Aug 2021 22:10:05 +0000 Helena 2218832@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh dear Kerry ... It's the Oakville one hopefully they have upped their game! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/tell-me-about-llbean/page/2#post-2218829 Tue, 24 Aug 2021 22:08:05 +0000 ZoeyGirl 2218829@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It sounds like you have a plan, but just another vote on the quality - the items I have are going strong and I expect will last a lifetime. Yes also to what others have said about the style/ lack of style, but you will navigate that like a pro! I look forward to seeing what you will buy/ intend to buy on sale! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/tell-me-about-llbean/page/2#post-2218826 Tue, 24 Aug 2021 21:58:34 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 2218826@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sorry I keep coming back. This store was always just sort of there in a way that makes it hard for me to remember what I have from there—it’s not in a separate category. But my 40 degree sleeping bag that I got 30 years ago is from there, and we now have a matching one that my mom got years later. They are identical, and great quality. </p> <p>I have a midi suede skirt from there. Probably 40 years old. </p> <p>My aviator jacket (the “flying tiger”) is from there, and there are odes to this style online. I got it when I was in grad school in the early 90s. For years, I wore it nearly daily all winter long. I just got the lining repaired; the rest is fine, with lovely patina on the shoulder where I carry a bag. </p> <p>Whether the store is well stocked or not, this is absolutely a brand for you to know about. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/tell-me-about-llbean/page/2#post-2218819 Tue, 24 Aug 2021 21:41:38 +0000 kerry 2218819@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I find their fits a bit conservative for my taste. I have a pair of tech-y pants I love for summer camping though. Other than those, we are diehard fans for their flannel sheets - yum! And I’ve definitely decided to grab one of their flannel robes for this winter. My daughter’s fleece robe is gorgeous quality, as is the cute plaid, fleece-lined hoodie thing.</p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.llbean.ca/shop/Ultrasoft-Comfort-Flannel-Sheet-Set-Check/120834.html#q=Flannel%2Bsheets&amp;start=1"><a href="https://www.llbean.ca/shop/Ultrasoft-Comfort-Flannel-Sheet-Set-Check/120834.html#q=Flannel%2Bsheets&#038;amp" rel="nofollow">https://www.llbean.ca/shop/Ult.....s&#038;amp</a>;</a></p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.llbean.ca/shop/Womens-Scotch-Plaid-Flannel-Robe/118953.html#start=1">https://www.llbean.ca/shop/Wom.....ml#start=1</a></p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.llbean.ca/shop/Kids-Fleece-Robe/35079.html#start=1">https://www.llbean.ca/shop/Kid.....ml#start=1</a></p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.llbean.ca/shop/Kids-Fleece-Lined-Flannel-Shirt-Hooded-Plaid/117995.html#start=1">https://www.llbean.ca/shop/Kid.....ml#start=1</a></p> <p>I was so disappointed with the in-store experience in Oakville - not much stock. Hope the one you’re headed to is much better. Report back!&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/tell-me-about-llbean/page/2#post-2218795 Tue, 24 Aug 2021 20:47:33 +0000 Style Fan 2218795@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I bought my orange parka from the LL Bean in Vermont, maybe the same one Bernie Sanders shops in.&nbsp; That was several years ago, and the parka is still going strong.&nbsp; It is supposed to be their warmest coat.&nbsp; Of course, I freeze in it, but I freeze in everything.&nbsp; My Lole and Lululemon parkas are warmer.&nbsp; However, I love the colour, and it is actually reasonably flattering for a parka.<br />I find the Canadian prices ridiculous.&nbsp;&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/tell-me-about-llbean/page/2#post-2218699 Tue, 24 Aug 2021 12:51:12 +0000 Karie 2218699@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Their products are usually well made and will last forever. They rate their costs by how warm they’ll keep you and believe me, they will keep you warm! I have two Bean winter coats and I love them, and a pair of Bean snow boots that are indestructible. Their products are worth the money. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/tell-me-about-llbean/page/2#post-2218698 Tue, 24 Aug 2021 12:49:19 +0000 RobinF 2218698@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm not sure I have purchased anything from them but wouldn't hesitate based on quality. I like that they have a lot of petites and always check them out for coats and other outerwear but nothing has enticed me enough to purchase so far.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/tell-me-about-llbean/page/2#post-2218697 Tue, 24 Aug 2021 12:35:46 +0000 Joyce B 2218697@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The LLBean items I have bought for the family have excellent quality.<br /> Just in case this helps, they offer 10% discount for students, maybe in your DD’s name? They offer 15% discount for healthcare professionals. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/tell-me-about-llbean/page/2#post-2218691 Tue, 24 Aug 2021 12:11:03 +0000 Helena 2218691@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ok I'm legitimately excited about this store now lol ... Is there anything they don't carry?? Will check out jammies and definitely the sales. Thanks all, I will let you know if I have any success!</p> <p>Shevia, they do a live stream </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/tell-me-about-llbean/page/2#post-2218681 Tue, 24 Aug 2021 11:34:21 +0000 Anonymous 2218681@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I haven't bought anything from them, that I can think of, but would be worth a check for camping stuff especially. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/tell-me-about-llbean/page/2#post-2218680 Tue, 24 Aug 2021 11:32:47 +0000 Staysfit 2218680@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Children’s school backpacks and lunch bags. I purchased one of each for each of my children, and they lasted through college and beyond! &nbsp;They are built to last. &nbsp;<div><br /></div><div><br /><div><br /></div><div><br /></div></div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/tell-me-about-llbean/page/2#post-2218677 Tue, 24 Aug 2021 10:10:09 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 2218677@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I’d forgotten about the toiletry bags. They are awesome, unless you travel with all carry-ons. The bags are made to organize full-sized bottles. Even the smallest (last time I checked, which was a while ago) doesn’t have any way to wrangle unruly little bottles small enough to fly with. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/tell-me-about-llbean/page/2#post-2218675 Tue, 24 Aug 2021 09:56:05 +0000 Royriya 2218675@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>i love red </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/tell-me-about-llbean#post-2218659 Tue, 24 Aug 2021 02:57:25 +0000 NancyW 2218659@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have a toiletry hang bag that has to be retired after the fabric that held the mirror rotted. However, my husband’s larger one is celebrating its 25th anniversary. I own a fleece (2017), a Breton like three quarter sleeve top (2009) and a matching hoodie (2017), a flannel shirt (2018) and an insulating vest (2017). Nothing is worn out or shabby and all get a good deal of wear. As others have said, a bit utilitarian, cuts are a bit blocky and colors can be murky. The totes are the greatest, the slippers get rave reviews, and the gum boots don’t fit my low volume feet. Check the sales rack, I got a terrific Pima cotton pajama set there in 2016! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/tell-me-about-llbean#post-2218638 Tue, 24 Aug 2021 01:42:40 +0000 Jaime 2218638@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My immediate thought was duck boots too. Not an LLBean specialist by any means. Good luck to your daughter - will they film it for the parents? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/tell-me-about-llbean#post-2218632 Tue, 24 Aug 2021 00:36:18 +0000 Helena 2218632@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you Sarah and SF; it's her last competition of what has to be the weirdest dance session in history, so I hope she just has loads of fun :)</p> <p>Thanks everyone for the tips on what to look for! I think this is the big LL Bean store in Canada, so hopefully it will be fun to walk around.</p> <p>Nemosmom, the exchange plus the upcharge to Canadians is a bit ridiculous!! Thanks for the shipping offer; I may take you up on it if I fall in love x </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/tell-me-about-llbean#post-2218629 Tue, 24 Aug 2021 00:27:47 +0000 MsMaven 2218629@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I bought a few things at LL Bean online last year--it's been ages since I'd bought anything. Since I was probably going to be staying home through the winter, I wanted some comfy warm items for walks and for gardening. Kind of a color theme as shown below. I do love to wear these off red shades. I also bought a blue/white heavy cotton shirt that I wear as a jacket in summer. Everything in a size M.</p> <p>I love the color of the corduroy shirt but I have a love/hate with the fabric--with all corduroy--it is fun until it's been washed a couple of times.&nbsp;</p> <p>The fleece pullover seemed like a good idea, but it's a bit too tight on me and hard to get on and off. I wouldn't buy this again. Well, maybe if it were a color I love and if I tried an L. I will wear it this winter, but not as often as the other pieces.&nbsp;</p> <p>I love the sherpa lined hoodie. Fits well, is comfortable for walks and errands, and even inside hanging around the house on a cold day. I'm looking forward to wearing it again in a couple of months. It washed well.</p> <p>I hope this is helpful. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/tell-me-about-llbean#post-2218628 Tue, 24 Aug 2021 00:16:52 +0000 Diana 2218628@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The big tote bags and the bean boots are both classics, and you should at least look at them. I have one of their plaid flannel shirts and it is super well made, very thick and warm. (Almost too warm sometimes!) I also have one of these fleece lined fleece hoodies which I love.<br /> <a href="https://m.llbean.com/llb/shop/121603?page=scotch-plaid-sherpa-lined-zip-hoodie-misses-regular&#038;bc=&#038;feat=flannel-SR0&#038;csp=a&#038;searchTerm=flannel&#038;pos=6" rel="nofollow">https://m.llbean.com/llb/shop/.....#038;pos=6</a></p> <p>Sizing is generous, I do find them quite long and straight cut though so some thing s don’t fit me (short, curvy) so well. </p> <p>And not clothing but we also really like their folding camp chairs. They’re really sturdy, pretty comfortable, and light enough not to be a hassle to carry around. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/tell-me-about-llbean#post-2218625 Mon, 23 Aug 2021 23:55:19 +0000 lisaflex 2218625@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>stuff lasts forever!!! washes so nicely. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/tell-me-about-llbean#post-2218622 Mon, 23 Aug 2021 23:28:46 +0000 Carla 2218622@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>@ nemosmom - 1 USD = 1.265 CAD &nbsp;atm </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/tell-me-about-llbean#post-2218619 Mon, 23 Aug 2021 23:23:11 +0000 Anonymous 2218619@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like their ragg socks and organic cotton sheets and towels. LaPed posted about a pile fleece jacket that was very cool </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/tell-me-about-llbean#post-2218618 Mon, 23 Aug 2021 23:20:41 +0000 Sloper 2218618@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have one of the big "boat and tote" bags - it must be over 40 years old.&nbsp; Personalized embroidered versions of the smaller bags make fun gifts.</p> <p>I've also gotten good wear from a (men's) flannel bathrobe, and the women's "Comfort Mocs". </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/tell-me-about-llbean#post-2218617 Mon, 23 Aug 2021 23:20:19 +0000 Carla 2218617@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>30+ years ago I bought 4 LLBean canvas tote bags (#1) in their biggest size to use as grocery bags (in order to avoid plastic.) &nbsp;They are still going strong after 1560 uses or more! &nbsp;DH had one of their toiletries bags (#2) he used for the longest time (maybe 20 years?). &nbsp;I have one too (#3). Just recently I picked up the jacket (see Finds below) and really like it!</p> <p>‘Vivienne Files’ uses a lot of LLBean clothing in the mock-ups.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/tell-me-about-llbean#post-2218610 Mon, 23 Aug 2021 22:01:06 +0000 nemosmom 2218610@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>$80 for a waffle tee?!?! It shows as $44USD on my end. Find one that you love and I will ship it to you myself!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/tell-me-about-llbean#post-2218608 Mon, 23 Aug 2021 21:55:03 +0000 cat2 2218608@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love their duck shoes for mud, and their boat totes for car travel. The smaller ones also make fun purse alternatives. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/tell-me-about-llbean#post-2218607 Mon, 23 Aug 2021 21:54:22 +0000 SarahD8 2218607@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think LL Bean has great potential for you in terms of both style and quality -- could be a really good match for your approach to your wardrobe.</p> <p>You will have to carefully seek out more polished /less gear like pieces but from the finds you've selected it seems you are already doing so. </p> <p>The dance competition seems like a good opportunity to reconnoiter. Hope it goes well for both you and your daughter! </p>