Hoodie & Sweatshirt Fits

Men's sweatshirts in different fits

Hoodie & Sweatshirt Fits

Regular, oversized, slim and cropped -- how a sweat should sit

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Fit changes a sweat more than any other detail. This hub explains the main hoodie and sweatshirt fits across our range, so a product name tells you how it will sit before you try it on. Browse men's hoodies and sweatshirts (/collections/mens-sweatshirts-jumpers-hoodies).

Classic fits

Regular Fit

A balanced fit that suits most builds.

What defines it

A regular fit sweat gives a straight body with room to layer, sitting close to the shoulders without clinging or hanging loose.

Who it suits

It suits most builds and everyday wear. Browse men's hoodies and sweatshirts (/collections/mens-sweatshirts-jumpers-hoodies).

Classic Fit

A timeless, roomy cut with set-in shoulders.

What defines it

A classic fit keeps the traditional sweat proportions with set-in sleeves and a comfortable, non-clinging body.

Who it suits

It suits fuller builds and a relaxed feel.

Relaxed fits

Relaxed Fit

An easy, roomy fit without going oversized.

What defines it

A relaxed fit adds width through the body and sleeves for comfort, staying easy without the dropped shoulders of an oversized cut.

Who it suits

It suits comfort-first casual wear.

Oversized Fit

A boxy, dropped-shoulder streetwear cut.

What defines it

An oversized fit uses a wider body, dropped shoulders and a longer cut for a deliberately loose, on-trend silhouette.

Who it suits

It suits layered, modern streetwear looks. Browse women's hoodies and sweatshirts (/collections/womens-sweatshirts-hoodies).

Boxy Fit

A wide, short cut for a square shape.

What defines it

A boxy fit pairs a wide body with a shorter length so the sweat sits square, common in heavyweight streetwear styles.

Who it suits

It suits a heavyweight, structured street look.

Fitted styles

Slim Fit

A closer cut through the body and sleeves.

What defines it

A slim fit sweat is cut closer to the body and arms for a neat, streamlined shape that layers under jackets without bulk.

Who it suits

It suits lean builds and smart-casual layering.

Cropped Fit

A shorter body that sits at or above the waist.

What defines it

A cropped fit shortens the body so the hem sits high, a common women's and streetwear shape for high-waisted layering.

Who it suits

It suits high-waisted outfits and a modern shape. Browse women's hoodies and sweatshirts (/collections/womens-sweatshirts-hoodies).

Muscle Fit

A tapered cut that follows an athletic frame.

What defines it

A muscle fit tapers through the chest and arms to follow a trained shape, closer than slim without restricting movement.

Who it suits

It suits athletic and gym-going builds.

Frequently asked questions

How should a hoodie fit?

A well-fitting hoodie should sit at your shoulder edge, skim the body with room to move, and end around your hip with the cuffs and hem sitting at the wrist and waist. You should be able to layer a tee underneath comfortably. If you want a looser look, size into a relaxed or oversized cut rather than buying a regular size too big, since the proportions are designed for it.

What is an oversized hoodie?

An oversized hoodie is cut wider through the body with dropped shoulder seams that fall onto the upper arm, plus a longer body length. It is designed to look loose and boxy on purpose, so you buy your normal size in that style rather than sizing up a regular fit. It suits layered streetwear looks and a modern silhouette.

Should I size up in a hoodie?

Only if you want a deliberately loose look, and even then it is usually better to choose a relaxed or oversized style in your normal size, because those are proportioned for the roomier fit. Sizing up a regular hoodie often gives long sleeves and a dropped hem that look unintentional. Check the size guide measurements against a sweat you already like.

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