Men's hoodies

Men's hoodies have moved well past the gym bag, earning a place in the Hackett London casual range through fabric weight and cut rather than logo size.

Fabric and hood construction

A men's hoodie at Hackett London is built from a cotton-rich brushed-back fleece at 340-380 g/m², dense enough to hold its shape through repeated washing without the hood collapsing flat. A double-layered hood, lined with an extra panel of fleece at the crown, holds its structure whether worn up or down, unlike a single-layer hood which folds awkwardly against the collar. Flat drawcords, rather than round cord, are used throughout since they sit flush against the chest and don't twist when tightened.

A kangaroo pocket, stitched as a single continuous panel across the front rather than two separate side pockets, keeps hands and small items secure without the gaping that a poorly constructed pocket can develop.

Choosing a fit for layering

A hoodie cut close through the body layers well under a field jacket, while a relaxed fit suits standalone wear without anything over the top.

A charcoal hoodie under an unstructured field jacket with dark denim, for a commute that stays warm without looking sporty.
The same hoodie with joggers and white trainers for a Sunday that stays entirely relaxed.

Caring for heavyweight fleece

A dense men's hoodie holds its shape better when turned inside out before washing, protecting any printed detail and reducing the pilling that friction against a washing machine drum can cause.

What's the difference between a hoodie and a sweatshirt?

A hoodie includes an attached hood and drawcord, while a sweatshirt has a plain crew neck without a hood. Hoodies also typically include a front kangaroo pocket, which standard sweatshirts often omit. Both share similar cotton fleece construction otherwise.

Can a hoodie be worn under a jacket?

A close-cut hoodie in a mid-weight fleece layers reasonably well under an unstructured field jacket, though the hood itself adds bulk at the collar that needs tucking or leaving out. Choosing a slimmer fit reduces excess fabric bunching at the shoulders. Darker, solid colours read more deliberately in this pairing than bright prints.

Does a heavier hoodie last longer than a lightweight one?

Fabric above 340 g/m² generally resists pilling and thinning better than lighter hoodie fabric under 250 g/m², since the denser weave withstands friction more effectively over repeated wear. A double-layered hood also holds its shape longer than a single-layer construction. Washing at 30°C rather than higher temperatures helps preserve the fabric's density longer.