When fashion editors talk about a capsule wardrobe, often, it’s the white T-shirt, black oversized blazer and wide-leg trousers that get most of the credit. But when it comes to this time of year, it’s the layering pieces that deserve all the recognition. While I could wax lyrical about Uniqlo’s thermals that are hidden beneath all my winter outfits, sometimes, you want layers to be seen. Because like a brilliant jumper underneath a jacket or a roll neck peeking out from underneath a shirt, it’s these items that can add dimension to your new season looks. And there’s one––often overlooked––item that most fashion people are wearing loud and proud right now: the hoodie.
Whether it’s just the hood poking out underneath a wool maxi coat, a zip-up style worn as a top with baggy jeans or a logo iteration with leggings for running errand days, there’s no shortage of surprisingly chic ways to style the humble hoodie. Need further proof? Keep scrolling to get some inspiration on how to embrace a hoodie for winter 2024/25, and then shop my favourite styles for all price points.
Style Notes: When you own a Celine hoodie, there’s no way you’re going to hide it. Grece shows how a zip-up style––worn as a top––looks effortless with wide-leg trousers and polished accessories.
Style Notes: Under a sleeveless jacket, a coat or an oversized blazer, a classic hoodie can give a whole new feel to your favourite winter warmers.
Style Notes: Busy women often need practical clothes, and a hoodie is one of those throw-on-and-go items you can wear to head to a gym class or just for a low-key weekend look.
Shop Best Hoodies For Women:
1. Hoodies Under £50
Autograph
Cotton Blend Relaxed Hoodie
I always appreciate how a grey hoodie looks underneath a tailored coat.
ASOS Curve
Oversized Hoodie in Desert Green
This colour looks so good with the shade of the season: chocolate brown.
2. Hoodies Under £100
Adanola
Oversized Campus Hoodie
Cult label, Adanola, will always be a go-to for hoodies, sweatshirts and all things athleisure.
Good American
Jeanius Hoodie
Such an easy layer to add underneath any jacket or coat––and you can get it in sizes XS-5XL.
3. Hoodies Under £200
HOUSE OF SUNNY
Landscape Panelled Hooded Cotton-Blend Sweatshirt
The perfect way to brighten up a dull winter day.
ANINE BING
Alec Fleece-Patches Cotton-Jersey Hoody
In the colour of the season, this Anine Bing style is a winner.
4. Hoodies Under £500
SPORTY & RICH
Ivy League Embroidered Cashmere and Wool-Blend Hoodie
This would look so effortless layered under a wool maxi coat.
ADIDAS ORIGINALS
+ Wales Bonner Hooded Recycled-Jersey Track Jacket
The Adidas X Wales Bonner collabs just keep on giving.
JACQUEMUS
Le Hoodie Gros Grain Hooded Cotton Sweatshirt
I would add this to a skirt and knee-high boots pairing.
CRUSH CASHMERE
Bob Hooded Bouclé Mohair Jumper
Just leave the tie poking out from underneath your coat.
5. Hoodies Under £1000
TOTEME
Catina Embroidered Cashmere Hoodie
Not surprised Toteme has created the chicest cashmere hoodie.