Black bamboo hoodie with logo

The black hoodie for all year round

A hoodie quickly becomes the most used part of the wardrobe, and that is why it is worth looking at what it is made of. This black unisex hoodie has a logo print across the chest, a roomy hood and a front pocket, and it is woven in a bamboo blend that is noticeably softer than the classic cotton hoodie. That makes it comfortable to wear for many hours at a time.

The fabric is a deliberate blend

The hoodie is made from 55 % bamboo viscose, 25 % polyester, 15 % organic cotton and 5 % elastane. The bamboo viscose lies against the skin and gives the smooth, cool surface. The polyester keeps the hoodie in shape so the hood does not collapse and the pocket does not sag, the cotton gives warmth and body, and the elastane makes sure the ribbed edges keep their grip. How bamboo becomes textile is something you can read on the page about how bamboo viscose is made.

Warm without getting stuffy

A hoodie has to keep you warm without you starting to sweat underneath. The bamboo viscose is breathable and moves moisture away from the skin, so you can keep the hoodie on when you come indoors without it feeling clammy. That is one of the most noticeable differences from an ordinary cotton hoodie, where the moisture stays in the fabric. The background is under facts about bamboo.

Unisex in six sizes

The style is unisex and available from XS to XXL. It is cut to men's measurements and therefore runs large. If you choose your usual size, you get the classic, slightly roomy hoodie cut. Many women choose one size smaller for a normal fit, and if the hoodie is to be worn oversized over a thick jumper, you can go one up. The hood is cut in the same size on all variants.

Washing that preserves the print

Wash the hoodie inside out at 30 degrees without fabric softener, and let it dry on a hanger rather than in the tumble dryer. The print on the chest lasts far better when it is not rubbing against the drum, and the drawstrings in the hood do not get pulled crooked. You will find the full instructions in our guide to washing and care.

Certified to OEKO-TEX

The fabric is certified to OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 with certificate number 976-15301. The certification tests the finished textile for harmful substances, and it covers the fabric, the sewing thread, the cords and the prints. We explain what the scheme covers in practice on the page about OEKO-TEX STANDARD 100.

The details you notice after a month

It is rarely the fabric that disappoints first in a hoodie, but the details: a hood that collapses, a pocket that sags, or ribbed cuffs that go slack. The elastane in the blend keeps the edges taut, and the polyester means the hood keeps its shape, even when the hoodie has been hanging on a hook for months. That is the kind of thing that decides whether the top still looks presentable next winter.

Part of a complete range

The hoodie is part of our sweat series together with sweatshirts and sweatpants in the same quality and colours, so you can put together a complete set or settle for just one piece. See the other styles in the collection with hoodies for men, where you can also compare the black one with the other colours in the series before you decide.