There are so many styles and trends out there these days that you really can’t go wrong with your outfit if you’re putting in the effort. Yes, even if you’re feeling like it’s a sweats and hoodie kind of day- you can thank the athleisure trend for that. Athleisure is a style trend that combines comfort and style so that you can look your best and feel your best. It’s another fancy word for wearing athletic clothes when you have no intention of working out. One of the biggest questions we get is how to pull off a hoodie jacket look without looking like you just rolled out of bed and had no other choice. Well, there are so many varieties of hoodies which means there are a variety of ways to pull one off, but we want to talk specifically about a zip up hoodie. The typical go-to! Here are four ways to rock a zip up hoodie.
Layering
One of our favorite ways to pull off the zip up hoodie look is through layering it. Most people don’t think about layering their jackets, but a hoodie is the perfect piece just waiting to be layered. It can be layered under your favorite leather, bomber or denim jacket to increase the style points. Doing so will leave you with a look that’s chic, modern, and sharp all at the same time. Not to mention most zip up hoodies are extremely comfortable, so it gives you some added comfort. We suggest not using your hoodie as the top layer of your outfit though. Doing so can take away the dress-up feel of the hoodie and the last thing you’d want is to downplay the spotlight jacket. That reminds us- Zip up hoodies aren’t intended to be the spotlight piece of clothing when it comes to layering. They’re meant to be the favorite sidekick. So, don’t hesitate to layer up!
Athleisure
Most people would think to grab their hoodie as a last resort when they’re not trying to impress. Maybe you’re headed to the gym or running errands. Well, thanks to the athleisure trend you can now wear your zip up hoodie without thinking you’re under dressing. Athleisure allows people to wear athletic clothes without intending to go to the gym. The secret is balance. To pull off this look you’ll want to rock your zip up hoodie with matching joggers and your favorite sneakers. Make sure your jacket is cleaned and pressed to avoid looking like a hot mess. Believe it or not, you can look sharp while wearing sweats.
Dress Pants
We’ve been seeing more and more people pulling off this look especially in the professional world. Pairing your zip up hoodie with a pair of business pants or trousers is the perfect touch for your Monday morning outfit. It’s casual enough that you can still feel the comfort of the weekend but dressed up enough that you’re ready for what’s to come in the week. For this style, you’ll want to focus on finding a hoodie that’s tailored just right to your body and compliments the rest of your outfit. Whether you actually zip up the hoodie can make or break this look. Our favorite is when the hoodie is zipped up enough to almost look like a vest. We know what you’re thinking, but don’t knock it until you try it.
Casual
Last but certainly not least is the look we all most expect. Who doesn’t want to wear a zip up hoodie when they’re heading to the movie theatre or crashing at their friends to binge watch their favorite show? Just because you decide to wear a hoodie doesn’t mean it has to look like you under dressed. Pair it with your favorite ripped jeans and don’t forget to accessorize. You’ll be surprised at the look you can complete with your zip up hoodie.