Essential Hoodies and Sweatpants: Your Comprehensive Guide to Comfort and Style
Winter might not be my favourite season, but it does have one big perk—an excuse to live in comfortable, high-quality sweats. There’s nothing like a cozy hoodie and a good pair of sweatpants to make the cold a little more bearable. Whether I’m chilling at home, running errands, or stepping out, the right fit keeps me feeling comfortable while still looking put together.
But here’s the thing: it’s not just about finding great pieces; it’s about knowing how to style them. I used to overlook certain hoodies or sweatpants, thinking they were too basic. But once I started experimenting and pairing them with other pieces, I realized just how versatile they could be. Sometimes the simplest items become your favourites when you know how to wear them.
That’s why I’ve pulled together a list of my go-to hoodies and sweatpants that not only stand out on their own but also work effortlessly together. These picks are about more than just comfort—they’re about building outfits that look good no matter where the day takes you.
Okay, enough rambling, let’s build your ideal winter set. P.S., the pairing recommendations are only there to simplify your choices, realistically you may want to combine two different brands together to achieve a more personal or unique look.
Top picks for Hoodies and sweatpants
Best Hoodie Overall: Velour Garments 1000 GSM Double Hoodie
Best Hoodie Under $100: Hours Drop Shoulder Hoodie
Best Zip Up Hoodie: Seventh V2 Zipped Hoodie
bEST HOODIE OVERALL
Velour Garments 1000 GSM Double Hoodie
A true heavyweight at 1000 GSM, crafted from 100% organic cotton and made in Spain. It’s on the pricier side, but when it comes to quality, you’re definitely getting your money’s worth.
Pair with
Velour Garments 600 GSM straight leg pants
Best hoodies under $100
Hours Drop Shoulder Hoodie
This hoodie features a drop shoulder fit, is 100% cotton, and weighs 400 GSM. A high-quality option that’s easy on the wallet.
Pair with
Hours Baggy Sweatpants
Uniqlo : C Sweat Oversized Pullover Hoodie
Just grabbed this hoodie in black for lounging—soft, comfy, and sleek with hidden pockets. Compared to the other options on the list, the quality isn’t the best, but it’s definitely a solid budget-friendly pick, but we’ll see how it holds up over time.
Pair With
Uniqlo : C Sweat Oversized Pullover Hoodie
Blanks by Thirteen Fleece Hoodie
This hoodie slightly oversized with dropped shoulders. Weighing 450 GSM and composed of 100% cotton, this is another high-quality option for the price. I just wish it came in more colors.
Pair with
Blanks By Thirteen Fleece Sweatpants
Watc Studio Black Ultra Heavy Oversized Hoodie
This ultra-heavyweight hoodie is pure quality—860 GSM organic cotton, an oversized fit, and double-stitched shoulders for durability. Cozy, built to last, and surprisingly affordable.
Pair with
Watc Studio Black Ultra Heavy straight-leg relaxed sweatpants
Best zip up hoodies
Weekday simon scuba zip hoodie
This hoodie is a staple in my wardrobe—perfectly cropped with dropped shoulders and a double zip for extra style points. The lightweight, breathable scuba fabric makes it ideal year-round, whether layered up in winter or thrown over a tee in warmer months. Plus, it won’t break the bank.
Pair with
Weekday Simon Scuba Sweatpants
Seventh V2 Hoodie
I own this hoodie, and it might just be the perfect zip-up—luxuriously comfy with a 610 GSM heavyweight cotton blend. The fit and quality are top-tier, like everything Seventh drops. Is it worth the price? That’s up to you.
Pair with
Seventh V2 Stacks
Akimbo zip-up hoodie - Realtree hoodie
Realtree is everywhere right now, but no one does it like Akimbo. Their take is bold yet wearable, thanks to muted shades of grey, beige, and brown. The quality is top-notch—as expected—but yeah, the price is a bit wild.
Pair with
Akimbo Straight-Leg Sweatpants - Realtree Camo
Other great options we love
Sweats collective Cozy hoodie
Sweats Collective is nailing elevated basics, and I was lucky to snag pieces from their sold-out “Cozy Collection.” Made from a thick 460 GSM cotton-poly blend, the fit is spot-on, the price is fair, and trust me—these “basic” sweats pull compliments.
Pair with
Sweats Collective Cozy Straight leg sweats
Entire studios eternal zip hoodie
If you want comfort with a fashion-forward edge, this one’s it. Cropped, boxy, with dropped shoulders, and all those buzzwords. Plus, it’s made from 510 GSM organic cotton fleece for top-tier quality.
Pair with
Entire Studios Full Sweatpants
Humane blanks 1800 GSM WITH CRDLCK
I’d heard all the hype about Human Blanks, and now I get it. Their hoodies come in tons of colors, but this one’s the standout for me. Made from 100% heavyweight organic cotton, it’s double-layered, reversible, and an insane 1800 GSM—basically, thick asf.
Jaded London Baggy Monster Joggers
The "Monster" name fits—big, bold, and built for comfort. With an oversized fit, heavy fleece, and a raw hem you can shorten, they’re perfect for all the short kings out there. I’m not the biggest fan of Jaded London, and the quality of some of their products are questionable, but if you like the style, these are a solid pick.
