LL Bean is what it is...nothing like it anywhere. ...

LL Bean is what it is...nothing like it anywhere. If you can afford their $20 socks and $45 dog collars, go for it. I do love much of the very basic clothing and outerwear. Quality and comfort. I don't love the overpriced additions to the "classics". I think their pet stuff is ridiculously costly and their houseware Dept a bit MUCH. Not to be missed for fishing and camping and good sunglasses! ***And I'm adding today- new info. They have unfortunately had to change their return policy, due to abuse by too many " customers". You can only return items with a receipt. I think there is also a one year from purchase limit, even with a receipt. I overheard a salesperson say that repairs are no longer an option, as they were for 100 yrs. It was front page news for a bit, as they have always had an astonishing return policy. Too bad that people took advantage of it!! Check with them, but I've tried to clear this up, as so many reviewers have reported full and unquestioned returns....