Marine Serre
Moon Printed Second-Skin T-Shirt Unisex
CA$400.00CAD
In Stock
This unisex Moon Printed Second-Skin T-Shirt features an all-over crescent moon print, a crewneck, and short sleeves. It is crafted from a stretch knit of recycled polyamide and elasthane, offering a tight, body-hugging second-skin fit. The shirt is made in Portugal and is designed for close-to-body wear.
- Material
- Recycled polyamide and elastane jersey
- Gender
- unisex
- Style
- streetwear, futuristic, sporty
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Color
Patterned Beige
Size
MEDIUMLARGEX-LARGE
Specifications
Fitted body-hugging t-shirt with all-over moon print, crafted from recycled polyamide and elastane jersey, featuring a sports-inspired design and sustainable materials.
Recycled polyamide and elastane jersey, fitted second skin style, crewneck, all-over print, made in Portugal.
- Material
- Recycled polyamide and elastane jersey
- Secondary
- elastane
- Style
- streetwear, futuristic, sporty
- Occasion
- casual, everyday
- Gender
- unisex
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Additional Attributes
- recycled polyamide and elastane jersey
- fitted second skin style
- crewneck
- all-over moon print
- made in Portugal
- body-hugging fit
- iconic crescent moon logo
- sports-inspired design
- sustainable eco-friendly materials
- timeless silhouette
- nonchalant ready-to-wear style
- futuristic lines
Product Insights
Marine Serre's Moon Printed Second-Skin T-Shirt, priced at $400 CAD, is defined by its all-over moon print—the brand's banner from its LVMH-winning debut—which drove a 426% search spike after Beyoncé's Black Is King and has been worn by Beyoncé, Dua Lipa, Lorde, and Rosalía. Constructed from GRS-certified recycled polyamide with stretch jersey, the digitally engineered print moves with the fabric to prevent cracking but may fade with washing. The second-skin fit runs slim; women may size down for a tighter fit and men stay true to size, while lighter colorways can be sheer, requiring seamless nude underlayers. Produced in Italy and Portugal with full production route transparency, the tee's value lies in its material and design complexity—roughly 3.3 times the cost of a standard logo tee—and Marine Serre's founding principles of lifecycle transparency and upcycling.
Verified claims
- Design heritage
- All-over moon print is the brand's banner, born from its award-winning debut.
- Cultural impact
- Moon print searches rose 426% after Beyoncé's Black Is King.
- Print complexity
- Engineered all-over moon print digitally printed on stretch jersey.
- Care
- GRS certified recycled polyamide with full production route transparency.
- Celebrity endorsement
- Worn by Beyoncé, Dua Lipa, Lorde, Rosalía, the print saw a 426% search spike after Black Is King and was named Logo of the Year by Lyst.
- Trend leadership
- Marine Serre is recognized as a leading brand for the second-skin top trend.
- Fit
- Women may size down for tighter fit; men stay true to size.
- Second-skin construction
- All-over moon print uses engineered layout, moves with stretch, and runs slim.
- Cultural significance
- Moon print debuted in LVMH-winning collection, is a post-logo symbol, and drove 426% search spike after Beyoncé.
- Sheerness
- Lighter colorways may be sheer; seamless nude underlayers recommended.
- Material
- The 84% polyamide is recycled and GRS Certified.
- Value
- The $400 CAD all-over print tee costs ~3.3x more than a $120 logo tee, reflecting material and design complexity.
- Production route
- Weaving and dyeing in Italy, garment manufacturing in Portugal.
- Brand transparency
- Marine Serre's lifecycle transparency and upcycling are founding principles.
- Print durability
- Digital print stretches with fabric to prevent cracking, but may fade with washing.
- Sizing
- Women size down, men true size; available M–XL.
- Layering
- Seamless nude bra or undershirt recommended to prevent show-through.
Product record
- Title
- Moon Printed Second-Skin T-Shirt Unisex
- Brand
- Marine Serre
- Price
- 400 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
Value among designer second-skin tops
- The all-over moon motif is described by Marine Serre as 'the banner of the House' and the defining symbol of its Futurewear vision since the debut Radical Call for Love collection, giving this top a narrative lineage that a generic logo tee from contemporary designers can't match — the price includes entry into a cohesive design universe rather than a stand-alone graphic.
- Who What Wear cites Marine Serre alongside Ganni as a brand 'leading the pack' of the second-skin top trend that later appeared on SS23 runways from Miu Miu to Bottega Veneta, which means this top is purchased from a recognized category originator rather than a follow-on maker — a distinction that lends investment credibility as the trend persists.
- Garmentory's editorial note underscores that Marine Serre's entire brand is built around upcycled fabrics and lifecycle transparency, not a one-off eco capsule — a commitment that distinguishes this top from the many recycled-polyester alternatives that treat sustainability as a line-item rather than a founding principle.
- The continuous all-over moon pattern requires an engineered fabric layout that is more complex than the single-placement logo print on Marine Serre's own organic cotton tee (priced around $120 USD), so the $315–$400 CAD price primarily reflects print engineering and material switch to recycled jersey rather than a pure branding premium.
Print technique and how it ages
- Because the digital print moves with the elastane-rich jersey rather than opposing its stretch, the second-skin fit can be worn confidently without the risk of the moons cracking at stress points like shoulders or hems — a common failure mode for rigid screen-printed tops.
Italian fabric and Portuguese craftsmanship
- Marine Serre’s product page maps the full production route—weaving and dyeing in Italy, garment make in Portugal—a level of granularity rarely offered outside the luxury sector, turning the supply chain into a feature that signals direct vendor relationships and quality-control oversight at each stage.
The moon print's design heritage
- Beyond Beyoncé, the moon print has been worn by a cross-generational lineup that includes Dua Lipa, Rosalía, Adele, Kylie Jenner, and Lorde — transforming every second-skin moon piece into a connective thread to one of the most documented celebrity fashion moments of the 2020s and making the print instantly legible as a streetwear status marker.
- LN-CC editorial director Steve Salter has called the crescent 'the logo of a post-logo generation,' because Serre uses the moon as a visual signature that transmits brand affinity without a wordmark — owning this tee signals fluency in a design language built on sustainability and hybridity, not on conspicuous logomania.
- The moon print premiered in Serre's 2017 graduate collection 'Radical Call for Love,' a fusion of 19th-century European and Arabic luxury garments with sportswear that won her the LVMH Prize at 25 — making this tee a direct descendant of the visionary collection that defined the house's 'Futurewear' aesthetic and launched her public breakthrough.
- Serre conceived the crescent as a deliberate symbol of rebirth following the 2015–16 terrorist attacks in France and Belgium, citing both Islamic art and Greek deities Artemis and Diana — wearing it signals an embrace of hybridity, resilience, and feminine power, a stance the designer reinforces by personally wearing the moon top 'almost every two days.'
- Beyoncé's custom brown moon-print bodysuits in the 2020 visual album 'Black Is King' triggered a 426% search increase for the print within 48 hours, and later that year Lyst named the half-moon its Logo of the Year — a pair of milestones that elevated the motif from insider emblem to global pop-culture phenomenon.
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
Front view of a fitted short-sleeve crew-neck T-shirt on a model, showing a repeating crescent moon print across the entire visible front and sleeves.
- Silhouette and fitFitted short-sleeve T-shirt with a close second-skin fit across the chest, torso and upper arms; hem meets the top of the waistband of the jeans.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.06 · w 0.64 · h 0.45 (high) - NecklineNarrow crew neck with a simple folded binding that lies flat against the neck.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.05 · w 0.32 · h 0.07 (high) - Sleeve constructionSet-in short sleeves ending above the mid-bicep with a narrow hem that follows the fitted sleeve line.
2 regions
x 0.18 · y 0.11 · w 0.22 · h 0.19 (high); x 0.60 · y 0.11 · w 0.22 · h 0.19 (high) - Fabric appearanceSmooth, slightly lustrous knit fabric that stretches to the body's contours, showing minor horizontal tension lines at the abdomen.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.20 · w 0.48 · h 0.22 (medium) - All-over printRegular repeating crescent moon motif printed across the entire visible front and sleeves in a contrasting dark color, motifs evenly spaced in rows.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.06 · w 0.64 · h 0.45 (high) - Visible seamsShoulder seams and side seams are visible where the fabric meets at the sleeve and torso; hem edge is simple and not ribbed.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.08 · w 0.40 · h 0.30 (high)
Other
Studio shot showing the upper body of a model against a plain light gray background; jeans and hands are visible; lighting is soft and even with mild shadows.
- Shot compositionFrontal studio portrait cropped at the model's neck and mid-thigh, centered on the torso and T-shirt.
- BackgroundUniform light gray background with no visible props or set elements.
- Supporting garment visibleDark blue patterned denim jeans with belt are visible below the T-shirt and are not part of the product described here.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.48 · w 0.64 · h 0.36 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft, even frontal lighting with slight shadows under the arms and at the sides of the torso, minimal specular highlights on fabric.
Colors
pale peach beige· main fabric#DCB493dark charcoal· crescent print- Silhouette and fitFitted short-sleeve T-shirt with a close second-skin fit across the chest, torso and upper arms; hem meets the top of the waistband of the jeans.
- 02
Product
Rear view of a fitted short-sleeve crew-neck T-shirt with an all-over repeating crescent moon print on a light peach/beige background. Fabric appears smooth and slightly stretchy, with visible shoulder and side seams and a waist-level hem.
- Overall silhouetteBack view of a form-fitting short-sleeve T-shirt with a crew neckline and a waist-length hem sitting at the top of the jeans waistband.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.03 · w 0.88 · h 0.62 (high) - Fabric finishSmooth, lightweight knit with slight sheen consistent with a stretchy second-skin material; fabric pulls slightly across the back showing body contour.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.10 · w 0.60 · h 0.45 (medium) - Print patternAll-over repeating black crescent moon motif arranged in offset rows covering the entire visible back and sleeves.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.03 · w 0.88 · h 0.62 (high) - Sleeve detailShort sleeves that fit close to the upper arm with the crescent-print continuing across them; sleeve hem sits above the elbow.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.18 · w 0.24 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.70 · y 0.18 · w 0.24 · h 0.20 (high) - Seams and constructionVisible shoulder seams and side seam lines; neckline seam forms a narrow crew-neck band.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.03 · w 0.44 · h 0.12 (medium)
Other
Studio rear-shot of a model wearing the T-shirt; neutral light gray background, soft even lighting, and partial view of denim jeans and the model's arms and head.
- Shot compositionRear three-quarter crop showing model from upper neck to hips; image centered on the back of the T-shirt.
- Background and lightingPlain light gray backdrop with even, diffuse studio lighting and soft shadows under the model's arms.
- Visible non-product itemsDark blue patterned denim jeans with pockets visible at the lower part of the frame and the model's hands at the sides.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.60 · w 0.80 · h 0.35 (high) - Image cropTop of the model's head and part of the face are cropped out of frame; full front of the garment is not visible.
Colors
light peach beige· body background#E4BA95deep black· crescent print- Overall silhouetteBack view of a form-fitting short-sleeve T-shirt with a crew neckline and a waist-length hem sitting at the top of the jeans waistband.
Documents & Data
Q&A
5 answered- How does the sizing run for this unisex second-skin t-shirt? Should we order our usual size or size up/down?
- This unisex second-skin top is designed with a slim, fitted silhouette. Based on the brand's size guide, the model Laurenz (189cm) wears a size M, and Marine Serre notes that women may consider sizing down for a closer fit [1]. For men, we recommend sticking with your usual size for the intended second-skin look.
- What are the recommended care instructions for the recycled polyamide and elastane fabric, especially to preserve the moon print?
- We recommend machine washing this top at 30°C (cold) to care for the recycled polyamide and elastane fabric and preserve the moon print [1]. Avoid bleach, tumble drying, and ironing directly on the print to maintain its appearance over time.
- Is the jersey fabric opaque enough to prevent a dark bra or undershirt from showing through given the second-skin fit?
- The jersey is made from stretchy recycled polyamide and elastane in a second-skin fit, which can be somewhat sheer. While we don't have specific opacity data, customers typically find that dark undergarments may be visible through lighter colorways like patterned beige. For full coverage, consider wearing a seamless nude bra or undershirt.
- How does the all-over print hold up to repeated washing and stretching? Is it screen-printed or dyed into the fabric?
- The all-over moon print is likely screen-printed onto the jersey fabric. Based on typical construction, repeated washing and stretching may cause the print to fade or crack over time, especially if not cared for properly (cold wash, low heat). The print is not dyed into the fabric; it's applied as a surface design.
- What percentage of the polyamide is recycled, and is there any certification (like GRS) for the recycled content?
- Yes, the recycled polyamide in this top is GRS Certified. Depending on the colorway, the recycled content varies: the optical white version is 84% recycled polyamide and 16% elastane, while other colorways like inverse tan are 88% recycled polyamide and 12% elastane [1]. The recycled content is confirmed on the Marine Serre product pages.