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What are the different types of hoodies?
What type of clothing is a hoodie?
A hoodie, which is sometimes spelled “hoody”, is a hooded sweatshirt. Many hoodies have a pocket sewn into the front and include a string through the hood to tighten it around the head.
Hoodies come in many different styles from fashionable to practical and everything in between. They’re usually made of cotton or a cotton blend but as fashion changes, more hoodie styles have made their way into closets and wardrobes.
16 Hoodie Types to Know
The type of hoodie you might purchase depends on how you want it to function, the comfort you’re after, and your personal taste. Here’s a list of the 16 main hoodie types to know.
Pullover Hoodie
The most basic and common type of hoodie is a pullover. This style is simply a sweatshirt with a hood attached. Some pullovers have extra-large hoods, pockets, or thumb holes in the sleeves.
These hoodies are more like a sweater or a sweatshirt than a jacket as they are made specifically to pull over the head.
Zip-Up Hoodie
Similar to a pullover hoodie, zip-up hoodies are very similar to sweatshirts with a hood. However, instead of being pulled over the head they open in the front and close with a zipper.
Zip-up hoodies typically have pockets, one on each side of the zipper, and are often more versatile than a pullover. This style is also closer to a jacket than a pullover and is often used for athletic means.
Color Block Hoodie
Color blocking is a fashion method that typically incorporates bold colors that complement each other. This can be done with an entire outfit, or with one piece. Color block hoodies have come in and out of fashion over the decades and they’re picking up popularity once again.
With this style, the body, pocket or pockets, hood, and sleeves are usually all different colors.
They can be bold colors or high-contrast colors depending on the style you’re going for and are found in pullovers, hoodies, and many other styles.
Fitted Hoodie
Unlike baggier pullovers and zip-up hoodies, fitted hoodies are just what they sound like – a hoodie that is meant to be tight-fitting and form to the body.
For a while, this style was mostly found in women’s clothing. However, men’s fashion has started incorporating fitted hoodies into casual and athletic wear.
These typically help an outfit look more put together rather than casual or sloppy.
Raglan Hoodie
Like raglan shirts, these hoodies’ sleeves and body materials are made to be seamless – with, of course, the exception of where the sleeve meets the shoulder of the garment if two different colors are used.
This style is often used in sportswear.
Sleeveless hoodie
Sleeveless hoodies have been in and out of style for the past few decades and are typically most popular within the athletic community. This type of hoodie traps heat and can cause the wearer to sweat more which can be ideal for certain types of athletic training (the lack of sleeveless means better arm access for sports activities).
While this style has made its way into women’s fashion, regular vests and sleeveless cardigans are much more common.
Cropped hoodie
A cropped hoodie looks like a regular pullover but cropped short to expose the midriff. These are mostly popular in women’s fashion like athletic wear or leisurewear but have been popped up in men’s fashion every few years.
Oversized hoodie
The baggy fit of an oversized hoodie makes it a very versatile garment. Paired with some jeans it can become a casual but warm statement.
Paired with yoga pants or joggers, it can become leisure or sportswear. This style is popular in both men’s and women’s fashion.
Athletic hoodie
Not all athletic wear is created equal. Many brands are made of the same cotton or cotton blends that you would find in pullover hoodies but are typically worn with a tighter fit.
There are also moisture-wicking hoodies made from polyester or jersey knit blends which keep the wearer warm without feeling too sweaty and do not constrict movement.
Some brands also feature holes in the bottom of the sleeves for thumbs.
Knitted hoodie
Knitted hoodies are unique in that they aren’t made of your typically woven fabric, but are knitted and stitched with materials such as wool or cotton.
These hoodies are typically seen in a bold mixture of colors and knit styles and can be worn as casual or leisurewear.
Baja hoodie
This type of hoodie is typically made from a coarse wool fabric called “jerga” and is decorated with horizontal hoods on the sleeves and vertical stripes on the body of the hoodie. Others sometimes have a very unique southwestern design with patterns such as diamond shapes or wide stripes of different colors.
This style is popular in hippie culture but was originally brought into American fashion by surfers in the 1970s. Baja hoodies are also called “Baja jackets” and are especially comfortable during cold weather.
They’re easy to wear over a normal T-shirt and other types of tops.
Fur hoodie
Fur has been used for centuries as an aid to keep bodies warm during cold conditions. Some fur, or faux-fur, hoodies are fleece-lined for warmth while others are actually lined with fur.
These hoodies have fur around the hood to keep the head and face warm during cold and windy weather.
Cardigan hoodie
The difference between a regular hoodie and a cardigan hoodie comes down to both style and length. Typically, most cardigans button (or don’t even have closures) instead of zipping.
These garments are usually longer than your typical hoodie and sometimes have small pockets on each side of the cardigan similar to a zip-up hoodie. They’re usually made of loosely woven cotton or cotton blends.
Flannel hoodie
Like fur, flannel is a wonderful way to keep warm in chilly weather. Flannel hoodies usually zip and have a hoodie that is a solid color while the body of the garment is typically plaid.
They can also be hoodless and worn with a regular hoodie underneath.
Asymmetrical hoodie
Asymmetrical hoodies come in many different styles. Typically, in women’s fashion, they have a tapered bottom to give an outfit a more dynamic appearance.
In men’s fashion, they can be seen with zippers that zip diagonally or in a spot where zippers aren’t typically placed.
Tunic hoodie
These hoodies are worn for both comfort and style. They usually fall somewhere along the thigh and can be worn as a dress, paired with jeans or leggings, or as something to relax around the house.
They come in many different styles, including pullovers, zip-ups, and asymmetrical.
What types of hoodies are popular?
Hoodies come in so many styles that most people don’t realize that they all have something a little different about them.
The most popular hoodie types
While no two hoodies are made exactly alike, there are a few that definitely stand out among the rest. The most popular style of hoodie is the pullover with zip-up and athletic hoodies closely behind.
Why are hoodies so popular?
Hoodies are popular with all ages and genders because they are so comfortable and versatile.
You can dress up a hoodie or dress it down but you can also wear one while you work out or while you lounge at home watching movies.
They’re also easy to carry around and can usually be stuffed in a bag or backpack in case you need it. You don’t even have to worry about wrinkles at all in most cases!
What makes a good hoodie?
What makes a good hoodie depends on the style you’re looking for. If you’re trying to stay warm, a thin hoodie isn’t going to be practical for example. However, if you’re looking for something for working out, a fur-lined hoodie would be a poor choice.
When it comes down to it, you want a hoodie that is durable and will last a reasonable amount of time.
How do you choose a hoodie?
Choosing a hoodie is completely up to you.
- Take a look at the different styles and material blends, and decide which is best for what you are going to use the hoodie for.
- Having different styles on hand helps make that choice much easier.
- Are you looking for everyday wear outside, or for athletic use? If it’s for athletic use, common synthetic blends or cotton materials are great. For casual wear outside real cotton is often better.
- A good hoodie will be easy to wear, has a style you’re happy with, and will have working drawstrings if you care about being able to close up the gap in cold weather.
- Zippered hoodies are even more flexible and less of a hassle (to a degree) than pullovers so that’s something to consider as well.
What’s the difference between a sweatshirt and a hoodie?
The difference between a hoodie and a sweatshirt is that a hoodie has a hood and a sweatshirt does not. While there are many different styles of both, the hood is what makes the difference.
What do you wear with a hoodie?
What you wear with a hoodie largely depends on the type of hoodie and the occasion. The great thing about hoodies is that they’re incredibly versatile, so it’s easy to find a hoodie to go with most outfits.
Can I wear a hoodie in summer?
You can absolutely wear a hoodie during the summer, but if you live somewhere with warm summers you might be uncomfortable.
Sleeveless and cropped hoodies are best for summer as they provide more airflow and trap less heat.
Are hoodies good for cold weather?
Yes, hoodies are great for cold weather as long as they are made of a warm, high-quality material and fit well.
However, in extreme cold it’s better to wear a warm jacket or layer different types of hoodies for proper warmth.
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