Time to anchor your athleisure style with a hoodie, ladies and gents! Here are our picks for fashionable, comfortable and affordable hoodies to wear in Singapore’s hot weather
Woke up on the wrong side of the bed? Throw a hoodie on for that effortless, casual look, or pair your bold statement pieces with a hoodie to add subtlety to that attention-seeking outfit. Plus, hoodies are super comfy – why’d you think university students opt for hoodies when attending morning lectures? Thanks to athleisure, hoodies have become part of the fashion canon, and are the ultimate street style staple of choice. Jump on the bandwagon with these affordable hoodies that are totally versatile and wearable in Singapore’s killer hot weather.
Hollister
We totally ship the idea of bomber jackets with hoodies, and Californian-inspired Hollister has just the perfect combo! The Hoodie Bomber Jacket ($76.90) comes with a soft fleece hood, as well as water and wind resistant nylon for its body that’s great for Singapore’s hot (and sometimes rainy) weather. Plus, there are utility pockets on the left arm and side welt pockets for you to store your to-go essentials when you feel like ditching your bag.
Hollister, available online.
Uniqlo
Looking for a high-performance hoodie that’s totally affordable? Great for sports and athleisure wear, Uniqlo’s Dry Stretch Sweat Full-Zip Hoodie ($49.90) is equipped with quick-drying dry technology that allows you to step outdoors without soaking in sweat. This sweat-resilient wardrobe must-have comes in a simple design with a black zipper and piping for the cool factor, as well as a contoured hood that maintains its shape when not hanging over your head.
Uniqlo, available at multiple locations.
Nike
With athleisure fashion making waves, the look would be rather incomplete without additional pieces from Nike. The sports-wear powerhouse has a great range of hoodies and sweatshirts for both training and everyday wear, but we highly recommend the Dry Short-sleeve Training Hoodie ($115) for men, and the Dry Element Running Hoodie ($87) for ladies. Why? These hoodies are made with breathable materials and Dri-Fit tech which are excellent for sunny days, keeping you dry and comfy. Plus, if it starts pouring, both hoodies provide maximum head and neck coverage. Both hoodies also come with zip pockets for you to securely store small essentials like a key or card. Bonus!
Nike, available at multiple locations including Orchard Gateway, Vivocity and West Gate.
Pull & Bear
Go preppy with this Pull & Bear logo sweatshirt ($39.90) which comes with a hoodie. Great for both men and women, this unisex apparel is available in a variety of colours, including red, grey, black, green and blue, even pastels for the ladies’ line, and runs up to size XXL if oversized hoodies are your thing. It’s as thick as a sweatshirt, which makes it super compatible with Singapore’s hot weather.
Pull & Bear, B2-08, ION Orchard, 2 Orchard Turn, Singapore 238801, p. 6238 7655. Open 10am-10pm daily.
Bershka
Here’s one (or rather, two) for the ladies! Go for a bold style for that fashion stamp of approval! Stand out with a hoodie you don’t see everyday – even in Singapore. Velvets can be tricky to rock when the sun’s out, but this cropped velvet sweatshirt with hood ($29.90) may just be the perfect top. And what better way not to sweat your butt off than sporting a sleeveless hooded cropped sports sweatshirt ($39.90)?
Bershka, available at multiple locations including ION Orchard and Vivo City.
Abercrombie & Fitch
Who says Abercrombie & Fitch are only for basic gals and guys? If comfort matters, the Abercrombie & Fitch Lightweight Full-zip Hoodie ($88 for men, $78 for women) is our top pick. It’s made of super soft materials that will have you using it as an alternative pillow, along with a full-zip front, front pouch pockets and a standard straight hem. Made with lightweight cotton blend, this hoodie is perf for the sunny outdoors and the air-conditioned indoors.
Abercrombie & Fitch, 270 Orchard Road, Singapore 238857, p. 6631 2600. Open 10am-10pm daily.
Adidas
You just can’t beat the three-striped classics. The Adidas Men Athletics Essential 3-Stripes Fleece Hoodie ($89), as well as the Adidas Women Originals Slim Hoodie ($119) are excellent for Singapore’s hot weather. The hoodies are a combination of Adidas’ vintage 3-stripes tracksuits and London’s popular athleisure street style, made with soft cotton and satiny sheen for the women’s – you’ll be serving looks on the street in no time!
Adidas Stores available at multiple locations including Marina Bay Sands and ION Orchard, Adidas Original Stores available at multiple locations including Bugis+ and 313 Somerset.
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