Marine Layer

Last verified: August 17, 2026

Return policy at a glance

United States
Return window
365 days
Free return shipping
Yes
Receipt required
Conditional
In store return for online orders
Yes
Refund processing time
usually within 14 days of delivery
Restocking fee
Not specified

Marine Layer allows returns within 365 days of purchase, with free return shipping for U.S. orders. You can return items by mail, in person at any Marine Layer store or outlet, or by arranging a prepaid pickup through customer service.

How returns work

You have three options: mail your items using the free prepaid shipping label provided by Marine Layer, return in person to any Marine Layer store or outlet location, or contact customer service to arrange a prepaid return label for pickup. In all cases, you will receive a return confirmation to include with your items.

Exclusions and restrictions

Marine Layer does not accept returns on customized items, worn or unpackaged boxers, worn or incomplete bathing suits, items not purchased from Marine Layer, or items purchased from unauthorized retail partners. Outlet items have a separate 30-day return window and must be returned in person with tags attached to the location where they were purchased.

Refunds

Refunds are issued to your original form of payment, or as a gift card refund if you originally paid with a gift card. You can expect your refund to arrive within 14 days of the retailer receiving your return.

Frequently asked questions

What is the return window at Marine Layer?

Marine Layer allows returns for 365 days from the date of purchase. Outlet items have a shorter window of 30 days and must be returned in person with tags attached.

Do I need a receipt to return items?

For regular purchases, Marine Layer can work with you if you do not have a receipt. Contact customer service with details about your purchase, and they will attempt to locate your information and determine the best return method. For gift purchases, you can return items by entering the order number and shipping zip code without a gift receipt.

Is return shipping free?

Yes. Marine Layer provides a free prepaid shipping label for all return mail shipments from U.S. addresses. If you cannot visit a store, you can also contact customer service to arrange a prepaid pickup.

Can I return online orders in a Marine Layer store?

Yes. You can return online purchases to any Marine Layer store or outlet location within the applicable return window.

How long does it take to get my refund?

Refunds are usually processed within 14 days of Marine Layer receiving your return. The refund goes back to your original form of payment.

Can I exchange items instead of returning them?

Yes. Marine Layer allows exchanges for 365 days. If you exchange a gift, a gift card refund will be issued once your original item is on its way back to the retailer.

Are there items that cannot be returned?

Certain items are not returnable, including customized pieces, worn or unpackaged boxers, worn or incomplete bathing suits, and items not purchased directly from Marine Layer or from unauthorized retail partners. Contact customer service if you have questions about whether your item is eligible for return.

How you can return an item

  • By mail , Free prepaid shipping label for U.S. orders
  • In store , Return to any Marine Layer store or outlet within applicable windows
  • Pickup , Contact customer service for prepaid return label if store visit unavailable

Step by step

  1. Select items to return
  2. Get a return confirmation
  3. Stick it in the mail

Categories with their own return window

Category Window Note
Outlet Items 30 days Must return in person with tags attached. Cannot return to other stores or online.

What you cannot return

  • Items not purchased from Marine Layer , not purchased from authorized retailer
  • Customized items , customization is permanent
  • Worn or incomplete bathing suits , hygiene concern
  • Worn or unpackaged boxers , hygiene concern or packaging requirement
  • Items from unauthorized retail partners , not purchased from Marine Layer directly

How your refund comes back

You paid with Refund comes back as
original form of payment refund to original payment method
gift card gift card refund

Returning without a receipt

Contact customer service with details; they will attempt to locate purchase info and determine best return method

Exchanges

Exchanges allowed for 365 days. Gift card exchanges issued once return is on its way back.

Gift returns

Enter order number and shipping zip code; no gift receipt needed

What the policy actually says

Every figure above is taken word for word from the retailer page. Here are the exact lines.

Field Quoted from the retailer
Return window days You can return or exchange pretty much anything for 365 days, no questions asked, except for a few things:
Exchange window days You can return or exchange pretty much anything for 365 days, no questions asked, except for a few things:
Free return shipping The shipping is free (free for you, not for us) if you're in the U.S.
Receipt required If you don't have proof of purchase, contact us here and we'll try our hardest to find the info you need and figure out the best way for you to return it.
Original packaging required Outlet Items: you can still return them, but do it within 30 days in person, with the tags attached
Refund method We'll issue your refund to your original form of payment once we receive and process your return, usually within 14 days of delivery.
Refund processing days We'll issue your refund to your original form of payment once we receive and process your return, usually within 14 days of delivery.
In store return for online You can also return online orders to any of our stores.

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Checked against the retailer's published policy. Last verified: August 17, 2026

Return policies change without notice. Confirm the current policy with the retailer before you buy.