Hoodies Are the Street Style Secret to Winter Layering

November 15, 2021

There’s a reason we admire the street style set. Members of the fashion elite have an uncanny ability to take an item that was once dismissed as tacky and make it suddenly relevant again. Who would have imagined that fanny packs, neon and bike shorts would be must-haves? You can also add hoodies to that ever-growing list.

Add a hoodie to extend the life of your fall jacket. — Hoodies let you hold on to fall jackets a little longer; Image: Imaxtree

Just like turtlenecks, hooded sweatshirts have become key layering pieces during fashion week. Looking to take that kimono-style wrap jacket into winter? Just layer a hoodie underneath. Longing to participate in the off-the-shoulders jacket trend but too practical to expose yourself to the cold? Slipping on a hoodie makes the trend blizzard-appropriate. Wish your fave winter coat came with a warm hood? Work in a hoodie for instant gratification.

Secure all those layers with a belt bag. — Match your hoodie to your belt bag for extra credit; Image: Imaxtree

While solid color hoodies are frequently favored on the streets, there’s also room for graphic prints, tie-dye and structured necklines. There are even wool versions you can rock as outerwear (which presents a whole new range of styling opportunities). And designers have gotten in on the action with Lanvin, Moschino, Dries Van Noten and Paco Rabanne all supplying high-end options. From cropped to oversized, find your perfect fit below.

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Moschino Pearl Logo-Print Cropped Hoodie, $595 at Farfetch
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Zara Hooded Rib Sweatshirt in Green, $25.90 at Zara
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The Frankie Shop Agata Faux Leather Hoodie, $249 at Net-a-Porter
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Acne Studios Hooded Sweater, $540 at Acne Studios
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AWAKE NY Purple Sun-Bleached Logo Hoodie, $165 at SSENSE
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Parks Project Nat Geo Butterfly Hoodie, $78 at Free People
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Paco Rabanne Tie-Dye Cotton Hoodie, $390 at mytheresa.com
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Lanvin Metallic Printed Cotton-Jersey Hoodie, $690 at Net-a-Porter
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COS Cocoon Fit Hoodie-Inspired Sweatshirt Dress in Dark Beige, $115 at COS
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Nike Beige Swoosh Hoodie, $80 at SSENSE
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Dries Van Noten Printed Cotton Jersey Hoodie, $498 at mytheresa.com
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ON Recycled Stretch-Jersey Hoodie, $150 at Net-a-Porter
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Reformation Classic Hoodie in Almond, $78 at Reformation
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Ganni Software Wave Isoli Oversized Hoodie, Wave in Misty Lilac, $215 at Ganni
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Nanushka Bex Cashmere-Blend Hoodie in Camel, $425 at Nanushka
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& Other Stories Velour Hoodie, $69 at & Other Stories
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The Frankie Shop Greta Cropped Hoodie in Tangerine, $125 at The Frankie Shop

As passionate about feminism as she is about fashion, Morgan C. Schimminger spends much of her time writing and editing pieces on everything from celebrity style to the fight to keep funding for Planned Parenthood. She earned her bachelor’s degree in English from the University of California at Berkeley and a master’s degree in publishing from Rosemont College. Morgan has contributed to a variety of publications, including StyleBakery, Uptown, metro.pop and Sister 2 Sister. Every week for theFashionSpot, she profiles the Top 10 Best Dressed Celebs and provides a daily dose of stylish stars via Look of the Day.