Founded in 1912 by Leon Leonwood Bean, L.L.Bean is a privately held mail order and retail company. Headquartered in Freeport, Maine, the company specializes in clothing and outdoor recreation equipment. Its men s and women s sections offer a range of shirts, pants, shorts, footwear, outerwear, blazers, sweaters, sleepwear and underwear. L.L.Bean s accessories division provides sunglasses, hats, belts, watches and socks. The company s kids section offers a variety of shirts, pants, shorts and sleepwear for boys, girls and toddlers. It also operates a footwear division that provides sandals, shoes, boots and slippers in several designs and sizes. L.L.Bean additionally offers luggage, duffles, briefcases, book packs, and shoulder and tote bags. The company maintains a location in Marlton, N.J.