Zipper Hoodies for Men
Today every modern person has men's sweatshirts with a hood with a zipper. They entered our life for a long time and are firmly in trend: knitted sweatshirts, warm hoodies, cropped models, with bright ornaments. Inveterate fashionistas have branded hoodies in different colors in their wardrobe.
How did it all begin?
Fashion designers of the second half of the twentieth century borrowed styles for modern sweatshirts from the inhabitants of ancient Russia. Count Tolstoy loved to walk in a voluminous, tight shirt with a loose cut of the sleeves. It was not hot in summer, it warmed in the cool season.
The prototype of the hoodie was the robes of monks. In the Middle Ages, they wore long black loose robes with a large hood and long sleeves.
At the dawn of the 80s of the last century, the industrial production of sweatshirts in Europe and hoodies in the American continent developed in parallel.
Both fashionable and comfortable
It is generally accepted that all varieties of such clothing belong to the sports style. This is not entirely true. In a wide variety of styles and textures, there are models that are worn for study, and in the office, and on a date.
Men ́s hooded sweatshirts with zippers were and still are, helping to solve several wardrobe problems.
There are quite a few advantages over other models.
- The presence of a hood. This item of clothing is the main one. It serves not only to protect against wind, sun and cold. This detail will look interesting over the collar of the jacket.
- Zipper. It can be used to regulate the flow of air to the body. This option is also convenient if the sweatshirt is used as outerwear. It can be easily removed when you come to work or visit, just unfasten it.
- Practicality. This option is best suited for the cold season. Made of dense fabric with a pile, it will protect you in cold weather. In this case, the hat may not be needed.
Hoodie - in the language of fashion designers is called "kangaroo", as the front has a large roomy pocket.
Today, this model is made in a wide variety of modern designs and bold colors.
Hoodie-mantle is in great demand among young people. The model is long with an asymmetric lock. The hood is large and completely covers the shoulders. She can rightfully replace a coat. You can choose a sporty version with an exclusive pattern. The assortment includes light in light colors and warm hoodies, in which you will not freeze even in late autumn.
How to choose?
For a thing to serve for a long time, you need to choose the right size. A loose fit does not mean that you can buy a sweatshirt 2 sizes larger or one smaller. "Not your" size will emphasize in the first case the baggy and untidiness, in the second - the covered body with all its shortcomings.
When buying, you should pay attention to the quality of the product. It is worth pulling to the sides, check the elasticity.
From the seamy side, look at the quality of the seams. There should be no excess protruding fabric and uncut threads.
Much determines the fabric from which the models are made.
- Fleece. Polyester 100%. This knitted fabric has a soft texture, practically does not wrinkle. It has good thermal conductivity. Does not deform and does not shrink during washing.
- Footer. Blended fabric. The basis is cotton with the addition of viscose and polyester. The front side of such products has a smooth texture. The products stretch well and are practical to wear.
- Wool. Maybe with the addition of another thread. Clothes made from it are warm and well ventilated. May shrink during washing.
In addition to these well-proven fabrics, cotton and nylon are used for sewing sweatshirts.
Branded products
Hoodies from leading manufacturers, famous brands are distinguished by their quality. Sometimes, in order to please yourself and not waste time walking through boutiques, it is enough to look into branded stores selling well-known brands.
Adidas
German quality. Highly paid fashion designers are working on these models, products are sewn at leading European factories. Sweatshirts offered by this company are made in their basic colors: white, gray, black. But sometimes additional scales are used: blue, blue, beige, yellow. The company logo is a shamrock, and the direction is animalism.
Nike
The models of this company are distinguished by strict and stylish styles. The color range is rich: from conservative colors to burgundy. The logo of this American corporation is a check mark with the name of the company.
Columbia
Another brand from the USA. Their products are works of art. Sweatshirts with a hood in blue with raglan sleeves look spectacular. The logo is a fluted square. In the models, leather and ornaments are used for decoration. An effective technique with a combination of two colors: blueberry and beige or red and black.
What to wear with?
The easiest option is to contact a sales consultant in the store or ask the opinion of a stylist. You can also make up several options for yourself.
- Nobody canceled casual. You can wear a solid dark color sweatshirt and gray knit pants. From shoes - sneakers. The highlight is in a light turtleneck.
- Who thinks that the sweatshirt will not last until classics, just has no imagination. We choose thin nylon or cotton in any color. You need to wear it instead of a shirt under a suit. The latter should not be narrow. Loafers will look good on your feet.
- Party planned - and here you can be ahead of the rest of the planet: choose a jacket with a bright ornament or pattern. To her are tight trousers without arrows and urban sneakers.
- A chunky jersey always matches well with ripped jeans... High top sneakers and a baseball cap will complete the look.
- A strict and very elegant option for an important meeting: navy blue sweatshirt and white shirt. In this case, it is better not to fasten the lock to the end. And only classic jeans and oxfords.
- And finally, the romantic. There are many options here. The sweatshirt can be combined with a contrasting shirt that is 3 cm longer. Or wear a denim jacket over it. A great option for combining with a club jacket. In this case, the hood should be slightly pulled off with a drawstring. This top will be combined with straight cut jeans, tapered at the bottom. Sneakers for these sets are just what you need.
For autumn and winter
Warm models can be a good alternative to raincoats, cardigans and down jackets. They are sewn from dense knitwear with thick fleece - a new generation material. The fabric is also called microfiber, jacquard or velsoft. Japanese technology. Composition: the finest polyester fibers (0.06 mm).
To the touch, it resembles velor, very warm and wrinkle-free.
Interior decoration: faux fur. It looks good on the hood, adding novelty to the image. Leather trims on pockets, sleeve edges and armholes. Such jackets will look stylish with both formal trousers and insulated sweatpants made of raincoat fabric.
Good gift
Among such a variety, it is not difficult to choose a suitable version of a sweatshirt for a loved one. Versatile clothing. Fashion designers predict that it will be in trend for another 10 years. When choosing a style, do not forget about the size.
Young people can be presented with a hoodie-mantle with elements of punk or glam rock.
Car enthusiasts, hunters, tourists can safely present a jacket with a warm padding polyester.
A creative gentleman as a gift will be pleasantly surprised by one of the branded items, for example, a blue sweatshirt with an Indian ornament.
Men's sweatshirts are unique clothing that can be worn throughout the year in combination with various items and accessories. And their comfort and practicality make them simply irreplaceable in the wardrobe of a modern person.