TEN KNIT HOODIES FOR THE SEASON TRANSITION
One step up from their jersey counterparts, wool hoodies become versatile pieces of transitional outerwear as the weather warms.
As the temperature rises, the heavy wool overcoats and down jackets that saw out the coldest days of winter retreat into storage, leaving a gaping hole to be filled by light outerwear. The changeable conditions of spring make for tricky decisions when it comes to coats and jackets, though; from waterproof shells to down liners, or even no coat at all, there are no wrong answers. One underappreciated solution to the quandary is wool hoodies.
Knit hoodies represent a helpful niche in the market, straddling the casual wearability of regular jersey hoodies and the warming protection of knitwear and light outerwear. Whether utilized as a top layer or a mid-layer to bolster layered outfits, wool hoodies can be a vital styling tool that combines practicality and style. With bold hits from brands like AFTER PRAY, Rhude, and FORMA, as well as more pared-back styles from TOTEME, pet-tree-kor, and others, knit hoodies can slot easily into all wardrobes.
Featured In This Image: JW Anderson hoodie
One of the great qualities of JW Anderson is that it offers a mix of low-key essentials as well as bolder, more conceptual designs—this has been one of the keys to Jonathan Anderson’s success both at his eponymous label and LOEWE. This pure wool zip-up hoodie features the brand’s anchor logo as its main detailing.
Featured In This Image: AFTER PRAY hoodie
Burgeoning Korean fashion brand AFTER PRAY combines classic silhouettes with modern flair, perfectly exemplified by this striped wool hoodie. The zip-up hoodie is nothing new, but with oversized proportions and a bold knit finish, the piece becomes an impactful highlight.
Featured In This Image: TOTEME hoodie
TOTEME’s dedication to the understated and supremely refined extends to its essentials. This black cable-knit hoodie features a silver-tone zip fastening which, aside from the cable-knit texture, is the only breakout detailing. Here, the cashmere blend does the talking.
Featured In This Image: pet-tree-kor hoodie
The popularity of gorpcore has not—as many predicted—waned in recent seasons. In fact, a new vanguard of exciting names like pet-tree-kor has emerged, injecting accents of classic tailoring to offer a refreshing new angle that reinvigorates the scene.
Featured In This Image: Frankies Bikinis hoodie
Who said cable-knit hoodies couldn’t be sexy? Frankies Bikinis looks to a plunging neckline and cropped body to give this piece a distinctive personality. Poised between cozy and risqué, it’s a cocktail that’s rarely explored.
Featured In This Image: Rhude hoodie
Dropped shoulders and ribbed hems make the Rhude Cyril Hoodie an off-duty standout thanks to its relaxed yet luxurious finish. Multicolored chevron detailing draws attention while a subtle embroidered text logo rounds out the look.
Featured In This Image: OPEN YY hoodie
Hoodies are rarely—if ever—deemed elegant, but in the case of OPEN YY’s Floral Lace Hoodie, it’s a compliment that’s well-earned. The semi-sheer pointelle detailing is arranged in an intricate floral display which can only be truly appreciated against the black hue when inspected up close.
Featured In This Image: Isa Boulder hoodie
Isa Boulder’s Blue Slant Hoodie is a hand-knit masterpiece. The top blue color contrasts with darker connective threads that become more prominent when stretched. Raglan sleeves maximize ease of movement which—no matter how luxurious—is always a core concern with hoodies.
Featured In This Image: MM6 Maison Margiela hoodie
MM6 Maison Margiela’s Cropped Hoodie features a five-gauge knit formation which gives the piece reassuring weight despite its cropped body. Using a virgin wool blend, the label delivers a garment that’s ideal for layering on colder spring days.
Featured In This Image: FORMA hoodie
Founded in 2021, FORMA has already become well-known for its take on luxury streetwear, offering staple designs that are reframed using bold graphics. This knit hoodie exemplifies the FORMA vision with an unmissable jacquard spiral graphic at its core.
- Date: March 5, 2024
