Marine Layer

I love Marine Layer. I’ve been buying their merch for the hubs and myself for a few years. The quality is top notch, made locally and priced right.
Today’s visit to this location was a total letdown due to customer service.
The hubs picked out a shirt and I went to pay for it. The gentleman working asked for name to see if I was in the system. He couldn’t find it and wanted to add me and my email address so that could «send me my receipt.» I said that it was okay, I’d take a printed receipt. I am over giving out my email address because I end up getting so many email marketing messages. He said that they don’t give out printed receipts because they are trying to be green. That’s cool and all, but I want a printed receipt without having to give my email address. My email address is worth $$$ and I don’t want it out there. He assured me that he could check a box and it would opt me out of future mailings. Why should I believe him? Then, the girl working with dark hair (maybe the manager on duty) came over and started to argue the fact that there is no way that I have ever gotten a printed receipt from them. I told her that I thought it was kind of shoddy marketing and her reply was, «We just opened 10 stores this year, so we must be doing something right.» The fact that she chimed in with a snarky remark just fired me up even more. They processed my credit card and then handed it back to me. I asked if they needed me to sign something and she said, «no.»
So let me get this straight…“you rang me up for something that I didn’t have to sign for and since I wouldn’t supply my email address, I didn’t get a receipt?” «That’s right!», she said.
Just doesn’t make sense. It seems illegal. Shoddy business practices. Poor hiring practices. I’d rethink another purchase.

What happened to this place? I have several of their shirts and love them but visited today and despite the same branding as before — made in USA (sandwich board outside still says that), lots of natural fibers — the shirts I bought last year which were US-​made are now made in China, and all-​cotton was all but absent (and no discernible price drop, not that that would have mattered). I drove an hour to visit and left empty handed. So disappointed.

Two of the three girls working were laughing obnoxiously loud talking about how they are hungover from last night. One stated how she chugged a bottle of water raving. The other was telling a customer as they checked out how she saw Odesza (edm artist) last night and didn’t go to bed till 4AM. The selection was pretty bad and everything looks like it was shrunk 3 sizes. Reminded me of Brandy Melville. They had a grey men’s pullover with cross-​stitching that was a spot on knock off of a Patagonia. Only difference was theirs was thinner, $ 150, and sure to wear out after 2 – 3 uses. Appears their original business model has slowly taken a beaten during growth. Too bad, ML used to have a lot of potential to produce quality goods, not just items that they hawk by yuppie marketing and «softness».

love and adore their t-​shirts that i have all the colors.
mad props to the staff that works on the weekend. you guys makes shopping fun!

Another great Marine Layer, this one located right in the center of Hayes Valley.
Very similar to the locations in the Marina and Palo Alto, just a great place to pick up some quality clothing.

Why the fuss??? Clothing is fine. Glad it’s US Made, that’s cool. But it’s nothing special, limited selection and very pricey.

I am fucking obsessed with these shirts.
Back in May I was in SF for Bay to Breakers and casually mentioned to my friend I wanted to check out Marine Layer. Lo and behold, they had a friend that worked there (score!)
Even though their 3-​tee deal actually ended up being cheaper than the employee discount, knowing what I know now, I still would have payed full price. These are easily the most comfortable shirts I have ever owned.
My only gripe is the neck has a tendency to strech out a little too much. This is, however, after about 5 months of overwear. So, all things considered, totally worth it.
They also offer a size inbetween a medium and large (marge) perfect for my growing gut (should probably Unilocal a personal trainer)

Softest Tshirts ever. I can’t wear anything else now. I love that it’s made in SF. Wish I had knew about them sooner.
Wash cold and hang dry.
Staff is always friendly.
Free reusable bag with purchase.

A bit pricey, but the clothes are A-​OK.
A button popped off of a new polo, but it’s comfy.

Ok first of all, can I just say the straight college boy (in the gay world he’s a total «twink») who works here on weekends is C-​UUUUUTE? My friends and I are always gawking every time we come in (creepers we are, admittedly). Why wasn’t he cast in Twilight?
Anyway, everybody who works here is super nice and helpful so that makes me continue to come back, plus I love supporting a local brand. Oddly, I stumbled upon Marine Layer while shopping in Wicker Park Chicago (flew in for a few hours of fun – she’s cosmopolitan) and was surprised I’d never seen the SF store. Anyway, now that I live just blocks away I stop here often.
The clothes really are perfectly suited to the climate of the Bay Area and the fabrics are excellent. No, it’s not ultra trendy, but the cuts are flattering and the look is ideal for day trips to Monterrey or Sunday brunches in The Mission. Effortlessly cool is how I’d describe Marine Layer. Hip without being hipster.

Pretty much spot — on for great casual clothes, awesome peeps and local shopping brownie points. I love both the men’s and women’s styles which is rare. The softness of the fabrics is fantastic. Ashleigh who works there is awesome squared.

Not much difference from the Marina location: same décor, around the same level of selection (maybe smaller), and friendly & helpful staff. Still the same insanely comfortable clothing. I challenge you to go in there and NOT spend your first five minutes just feeling the shirts. I couldn’t do it. I sent the rest of my time trying to part ways with different items so that I spend a stomachable amount (it’s a tad on the pricey side, keep an eye out for sales online). It was harder than I anticipated. Not only are the clothes insanely comfortable, but they are also locally made in San Francisco, which makes you feel good about the purchase as well. They primarily stock your basics for men and women (t shirts, button ups, Henley’s, hoodies) but also have some other miscellaneous finds (pajamas, dresses, rain jackets). Their staple is the hoodie for men and women. They have a website with free returns, so you can pick up things where ever you may be located. I’ve found that the clothes run slightly smaller than their size, but that may just be my experience. If you’re on the edge, I’d say yo start a size up (Although they do have good tweener sizes like «marge» or «larger»). If you want some back story as well, you can Google an article about the founder, who quit his banking job to create a better t shirt (and he definitely succeeded!)

I though I already reviewed this place — I think I put it under the Marine Layer Workshop instead. I will paste it here:
I love this place! What a cool concept to have everything all under one roof: clothing store, workshop, studio, office. They sell REALLY soft clothes and scarves. I bought one today and love it! I want one of their hoodies and one of their sun dresses next! I love that they kept the old Lumiere Theater sign out in front too.
Update: the guy in the front has a little bit of a ‘tude but whatever. Their clothes are super soft and delectable — that’s all that matters.

Just did my first purchase here.
Pro’s: super soft and comfy material, not made in China, friendly sales staff.
Cons: pricey!
Simple as that!

They make super comfortable clothes and are also made right here in SF. Unfortunately the shirt I purchased had to be returned because of size issue but they do offer a range for the most popular builds — ie smedium, medium, marge, large. Very easy to work with and the return was hassle free.
I definitely recommend Marine Layer. A little pricey though.

I love this place and the company!
The people that work here are so cool, they remembered me after my first visit and recognized me months later. Their clothes are soooo soft, and I love that they have Marge (in between Medium and Large) as a size.

Well made, simple clothing. Made in SF! The person working there was extremely nice and helpful with sizing and giving us information about the clothing, but allowed us to browse. Very good looking clothing and I couldnt help but touch everything because the fabrics felt so nice and soft! Most everything seemed to be in the $ 70-​$ 100+ range but seemed worth the money given the quality and workmanship. I would have purchased a skirt but it was a bit too long. I will definitely come back or shop their online store!

Marine Layer clothes are exactly my style — well-​made, great fitting, composed of über-​soft fabric, colorful, and super comfy. The bolder colors are nicely paired with lots of cozy neutrals, so you can definitely pick out an entire outfit. Just walking in I spotted two or three things I HAD to have. Plus, I just happened to go during a Hayes Valley block party, and Marine Layer was giving out free beer. What’s not to love?

Employees are super helpful! Cute reusable bags for your purchases. Great product. Pretty pricey. Wish I could afford more!!!

Softest sweaters ever