Style guide
How to style a hoodie
A hoodie is the most casual layer most men own, and the details decide whether it looks lazy or put together: the fabric, the colour and what you wear with it. The outfits below show hoodies in cotton and cashmere, with every piece tagged.
Updated 5 November 2026 · 5 outfits in this guide
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Start with grey marl
Cream, Grey & T-shirt
Casual · 7 pieces
Brown, Grey & Sky
Casual · 7 pieces
Navy Blue & Grey
Casual · 6 pieces
A grey marl hoodie is the most versatile version. It works with every wash of denim and with navy, black, brown and cream around it.
Look for a heavier cotton with a ribbed hem and cuffs that hold their shape; a thin, stretched hoodie is what makes the garment look sloppy.
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Choose cashmere for a smarter hoodie
A cashmere or fine wool hoodie has the shape of a hoodie and the surface of a knit. In black, brown or grey it can stand in for a jumper in many casual settings.
03
Show a T-shirt underneath
A T-shirt or long sleeve that shows a little at the neck or hem adds a second colour. A light top under a dark hoodie, or the other way round, is the simplest contrast.
04
Wear it under a vest or jacket
A hoodie fits under a down vest, a denim jacket or a roomy chore coat, with the hood over the collar. Choose a jacket with enough room in the shoulders.
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Pair it with straight or relaxed jeans
Straight, relaxed and baggy jeans all suit a hoodie. Skinny jeans make the top half look heavy. Light washes keep the outfit soft; washed grey and black make it sharper.
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Add a cap or beanie and simple sneakers
A cap or beanie finishes a hoodie outfit. Low suede or leather sneakers keep it clean; leave bulky running shoes for running.
Questions
Can you wear a hoodie under a jacket?
Yes. Denim jackets, down vests and roomy chore coats work well over a hoodie. Pull the hood out over the collar and choose a jacket with room in the shoulders.
What jeans go with a hoodie?
Straight, relaxed or baggy jeans in any wash. Skinny jeans tend to make a hoodie look oversized.
Can a hoodie look smart?
A cashmere or fine wool hoodie in a dark or neutral colour, worn with clean jeans and leather or suede shoes, is about as smart as a hoodie gets. It suits relaxed workplaces, not formal ones.
What shoes go with a hoodie?
Low sneakers in suede or leather are the easiest choice. Court sneakers and simple trainers suit most hoodie outfits.