Originally I was planning on writing on sneakers. As I have grown fashion forward I am only wearing sneakers to workout or driving to work where I switch to my work boots ( steel toe). But trying not to be a sneaker snob ( except for Vans ), I did some research on Tumblr and noticed something else. I saw too many hoodies and am also very opinionated about those also. I see too many grown men wearing hoodies, the sweatshirt type with pockets in front. Those fail in 2 negative categories for my stylistically. First they are too loose and formless so your body is not present and more so the ones with writing on them seem too childish. Not that we should not be youthful, but the image we are creating is one of mature, cool confidence, so brand, team or hero worship shouldn’t be upfront. You should never have the same wardrobe as your girlfriends son.
However , as I looked for pics that showed what I was looking for, I found the image on top. That style really works for him, not just because he is young. It has everything I thought I disliked , although not for me but it fits. I wanted to delete it but it stayed on my mind because as certain as I am about this topic it still works ! So I looked for more pics to prove my opinion is absolute and then found this one.
Once again , a great look that I myself can wear ( except with boots or even loafers) but contrary to my fashion sense. As I studied more I see it is a front zippered type but still a hoodie. So what I realize is it is worn as outer garment, like a sports jacket or cardigan , which is my personal style. And the other pic has the hoodie under a denim jacket, the opposite of this but there is 1 big common element. They are both used as layers, a major component of any great look.
The hoodie itself isnt the main part of the look. As a shirt, the hoodie is not what one should wear but as part of the package it is a great active look , not as the main ingredient. While it won’t be a common thing I would wear , except for work as a layer of warmth if you feel it fits your personal style , go for it. As comfortable as they are , you should be just as comfortable in a blazer, sports jacket or cardigan. Because the clothes represent you , not the other way around.
Be The Man 