This merino wool base layer is praised for its excellent warmth, lightweight yet durable construction, and comfortable fit. The fabric is described as soft, cozy, and non-itchy, suitable for use as a standalone shirt or base layer during cold weather activities. Customers appreciate the attractive color options and thumb holes that prevent sleeve riding. While a few experienced minor issues like small holes or unexpected color, the overall consensus is very positive, with many saying they would purchase this product again.
Too tight in the arms with my regular size. Very thin. For my needs, I prefer the mid weight cresta merino base layer. It is more comfortable.
Tennismom
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April 1, 2026
Weight: 110-120 lbs
Height: 5'1"
Size Purchased: Medium
Fit: A little small
Used for: Snowshoeing, Cross-Country Skiing, Hiking
The size is a little too tight around the shoulders , otherwise the arm length is perfect as well as the body length.
Teri
Vermont
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★★★★★★★★★★
March 21, 2026
Nice wool top
Weight: 170-180 lbs
Height: 5'4"
Size Purchased: X-Large
Fit: True to size
Used for: Travel
I bought this for a winter European vacation and it worked out well
DonnaG
New England
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March 19, 2026
does not hold its shape - stretches out too easily after one wear
Response from L.L.Bean
March 20, 2026
By L.L. Bean Customer Service
We're sorry this item did not meet your expectations. You can return items within one year. Our customer service team will be reaching out to you soon.
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★★★★★★★★★★
January 29, 2026
Its super warm but also very cute!
Used for: Travel, Relaxing, Casual or Every Day, Running or Fitness, Hiking
I love this warm wool top. I have been wearing this the past two weeks due to the freezing temps. Its really warm and a great base layer.
North Carolina
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January 18, 2026
high quality layer for outdoor activities
Used for: Casual or Every Day, Running or Fitness, Hiking
Excellent fabric of this top; warmth while still being lightweight; I usually wear XS but ordered S in this top; the fit is perfect for me; I can wear over a thin long or short sle
Bagel gal
Texas
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★★★★★★★★★★
December 14, 2025
Comfortable
Used for: Casual or Every Day, Running or Fitness, Snowshoeing, Hiking
This light weight base layer is attractive enough to be worn as a shirt. I considered returning it because the color is different in person compared to online; it is a bluish green
Kaczdaniel
Chapel Hill, NC
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★★★★★★★★★★
December 10, 2025
Comfortable
Weight: 180-190 lbs
Height: 5'9"
Size Purchased: X-Large
Fit: True to size
Used for: Travel, Relaxing, Casual or Every Day
Love it and perfect color xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Thermal
Frederick Md
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November 1, 2025
Cresta Ultralight Crew Top
Weight: 110-120 lbs
Height: 5'2"
Size Purchased: Small
Fit: True to size
Used for: Casual or Every Day
Excellent for close to the body and great as an under layer
Barbara
Aurora CO
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★★★★★★★★★★
March 13, 2025
Love it
Used for: Travel, Cycling, Relaxing, Casual or Every Day, Running or Fitness, Cross-Country Skiing, Hiking
I just wore this on a long winter hike and it's the greatest. Not too hot, not too cool, but I was comfortable for the entire 4 hours. Layered it under a fleece and jacket. The fab
Western NE mum
rural western New England
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★★★★★★★★★★
March 13, 2025
New favorite!
Used for: Casual or Every Day
Great quality and fit. Easily washed. Merino is perfect year round.
Becca
Nebraska
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March 12, 2025
Pleased
Size Purchased: 3X
Fit: True to size
Used for: Casual or Every Day
Worn under a light weight fleece jacket in the house because I keep the temperature down. Not bulky. Washes well & line dry. Would definitely buy again.
Jett
Wolcott, CT
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February 23, 2025
Runs small so size up.
Weight: 130-140 lbs
Height: 5'8"
Size Purchased: Large
Fit: A little small
Used for: Downhill Skiing, Hiking
Perfect base layer, good quality, pretty color, runs small
KathyB
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★★★★★★★★★★
February 19, 2025
Great petite base layer
Fit: True to size
Great base layer - love having it in my size! warm and comfortable
Aspen Anne
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January 4, 2025
Oregonian
Used for: Travel, Relaxing, Casual or Every Day, Hiking
Nice fit, although sleeves are still quite lon, even in petite size.
Oregonian
Oregon
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★★★★★★★★★★
November 2, 2024
Comfortable (no itch) Under Layer!
Weight: 110-120 lbs
Height: 5'3"
Size Purchased: Small
Fit: True to size
Such a soft and warm under layer or pretty enough to just wear! I’ve finally found a perfect replacement for my very old long underwear from my skiing days!!!!
I purchased a smal
Dianne
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★★★★★★★★★★
April 5, 2023
Great products!
Fit: True to size
I love this product. All of their products are top notch. Thank you for making something worthwhile.
Jenny
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★★★★★★★★★★
March 29, 2023
Good choice
Height: 5'7"
Size Purchased: Medium
Fit: True to size
Warm, not bulky, and true to size. Very pleased with this product.
Carol
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★★★★★★★★★★
March 16, 2023
nice undershirt
Fit: True to size
I ordered this one size up (XL) because I do not like tight clothing or having to dry wool flat. I don't think this top shrunk much in the dryer. It fits loose enough, would be ver
wren
Green Bay, WI
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March 3, 2023
Great quality but fits small
Weight: 200-210 lbs
Height: 5'8"
Size Purchased: X-Large
Fit: A little small
Great quality. I haven’t wore outside yet but I think this will work nicely. Only complaint is that it’s short and I even sized up ☹️ please make Talls in all your clothes!
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