The hoodie, symbol of ultimate comfort with its cotton jersey and hood, originated in the sportswear of the 1930s. First adopted by workers and athletes to protect themselves from the cold, it quickly gained popularity in popular culture. In the 1970s and 1980s, it became the emblem of counterculture, propelled by the hip-hop and skateboard movements in urban scenes.
Today, the hoodie surpasses its status as sportswear to become a staple of contemporary wardrobes. It has conquered the catwalks of the most prestigious fashion houses, from Dior to Louis Vuitton, Miu Miu to Chanel, and has been reinterpreted in luxurious materials, sophisticated cuts, and intricate details that have made it a must-have.
But what type of hoodie to choose?
Versatile to the core, the hoodie adapts to all occasions: it goes well with jeans for a casual look, pairs perfectly with a blazer and slingbacks for a smart style, or combines with leggings and a cap for a distinctly Bondi Beach vibe. In the vast range of hoodies, a multitude of styles reflect the current trends.
The Black Hoodie
The black hoodie remains a timeless classic, combining simplicity and effectiveness. Setchu updates it with flared zippered sleeves, while Courrèges adds a sexy twist with a Hyperbole collar. Balenciaga reinvests in the Y2K trend with a distressed effect, while Carhartt opts for discreet handwritten motifs.
Meanwhile, Chloé goes for an illustrated touch on their hoodie, Patou proudly displays its medallion logo and oversized grosgrain drawstrings. At the same time, Sacai creates a visually striking hoodie in sponge fabric with multiple pockets.
Black Logo Hoodie, €895, Balenciaga.
Available at net-a-porter.com.
Black Hoodie, €690, Courrèges.
Available at 24s.com.
Black Pocket Hoodie, €880, Sacai.
Available at mytheresa.com.
Black Zippered Hoodie, €829, Setchu.
Available at 24s.com.
Black Cotton Hoodie, €690, Chloé.
Available at mytheresa.com.
Black Organic Cotton Hoodie, €450, Patou.
Available at patou.com.
Black Cotton Hoodie, €129, Carhartt.
Available at carhartt-wip.com.
The Grey Hoodie
The timeless grey hoodies are also reinvented to stay in the game. Louis Vuitton and Entire Studios shorten them, with the American brand even giving it a hooded cowl. In the midst of the corset revival, Dion Lee adds one to their hoodie, while COS offers the oversized basic in heather grey.
Grey Short Hoodie, €1,140, Louis Vuitton.
Available at 24s.com.
Grey Cropped Cotton Hoodie, €175, Entire Studios.
Available at mytheresa.com.
Grey Corset Hoodie, €650, Dion Lee.
Available at 24s.com.
Grey Organic Cotton Hoodie, €79, COS.
Available at cos.com.
The Quiet Luxury Hoodie
The quiet luxury trend extends to hoodies, dressing them in light shades ranging from frosted brown to white, and beige. Loewe offers a fitted zip-up sweatshirt in pink tones with its monogram, while Holzweiler prefers them in a loose fit and a deeper shade. Rick Owens innovates with material plays creating a layered effect in taupe hues, while Sporty & Rich collaborates with Hôtel du Cap Eden Roc in cream and navy blue, echoing the tennis core. Meanwhile, whites reign at The Frankie Shop with their iconic zip-up sweatshirt Katia, and Gucci reinvents its iconic double G on Italian cotton jersey.
Grey Zip-up Hoodie, €320, Holzweiler.
Available at holzweileroslo.com.
Beige Cotton Blend Hoodie, €880, Loewe.
Available at mytheresa.com.
Khaki Cotton Jersey Hoodie, €425, Rick Owens.
Available at net-a-porter.com.
White Cotton Jersey Hoodie, €920, Gucci.
Available at net-a-porter.com.
White Cotton Hoodie, €165, The Frankie Shop.
Available at eu.thefrankieshop.com.
Pale Pink Cotton Hoodie, €195, Sporty & Rich.
Available at sportyandrich.com.
The Printed Hoodie
The printed models are not to be outdone, with very vibrant versions. Whether it’s the giraffe print from Bonsai or the pastel tie-dye from Represent, color is omnipresent on these hoodies. Justin Bieber, for his brand Drew, prefers to pair reason violet with his famous smiley to always keep smiling.
Pink Cotton Hoodie, €185, Drew House.
Available at thehouseofdrew.com.
Multicolored Cotton Hoodie, €305, Bonsai.
Available at bonsaiclothing.com.
Tie-Dye Hoodie, €195, Represent.
Available at eu.representclo.com.
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