17 Best Zip-Up Hoodies for Men

“The most important thing is weight and structure,” notes Jonathan Evans. “A thin, floppy zip-up hoodie—a thin, floppy hoodie of any kind, really—is just sad.” Well, folks—this hoodie is anything but sad. Sure, this might be Los Angeles Apparel, but a hefty 14oz fleece zip-up is decidedly great for decidedly East Coast conditions. If you, like me, prefer a hoodie that has some weight to it, this one is for you; it’s pretty much a weighted blanket that you can get away with wearing to work without weird looks from your boss.

Do not sleep on Gap. Just ask our commerce director Krista Jones, and she’ll tell you the same thing. “Gap’s vintage soft zip started as my husband’s hoodie and turned into mine,” she says. “I wear it everyday—I’m even wearing it right now. It’s so simple, comfy, and definitely worth the price.”

Check out this self-dubbed “The Greatest Hoodie Ever Made.” And while that’s quite a superlative given to the style, our commerce editors Luke Guillory has to agree. “For cold-weather workouts and quick runs to the grocery store, I have a 100-percent cotton American Giant zip up hoodie in black. You might balk at buying because of the price tag, but given the state of things $138 for a Made in U.S.A. hoodie of this quality is a great value. I own some Camber sweats, and American Giant is on par in terms of heft and quality. This is a buy it for life hoodie, the type that people say doesn’t exist anymore,” Guillory says.

This is my personal favorite, and for good reason. The California surf-inspired brand makes casual, laidback loungewear that has just the right enough of style flair. It keeps me super cozy in the New York winter, but I can also wear it over a bathing suit during summer nights.

You know how we mentioned hoodies that can substitute heavier outerwear before? This is one of those. Few can hold a torch to Carhartt when it comes to durability and dependability. This cozy, relaxed-fit hoodie is all about style and structure. Same could be said of the matching hat.

The sweatshirt that deserves a spot in every man’s rotation, no matter his style or the season. This is an iconic number known for its absolute comfort.

You trust Fruit of the Loom for your underwear, so why not your outerwear, too? This is a cozy, basic hoodie that you’ll never want to take off, with double-needle stitching that makes it durable enough to ensure you’ll never have to, either.

Uniqlo does basics to perfection, with quality that doesn’t skimp. And what’s more basic than a gray zip-up hoodie? Keep this one ready to go at all times, whether under a blazer, trench coat, or with a pair of just-as-baggy sweats.

As far as a good performance hoodie goes, Mack Weldon has a killer option that’s better suited for the gym than it is for your couch (although you’ll love wearing it there, too). Turns out, micro-sanded french terry and a little bit of stretch make for a hoodie that remains, ahem, aces.

Reigning Champ has become, well, a reigning champ in my eyes. This ridiculously soft, super-durable hoodie is made in icy-cold Vancouver, so you know it’s the real deal. Whether you’re hitting the gym or the bar, this comfortable, stretchy option is coming along with you.

For those of you who prefer a form-fitting hoodie, this is a hoodie that looks like a hoodie, but it feels like your favorite tee. It’s a lightweight, slim-fitting design, crafted from soft, washed supima from a master of laid-back L.A. cool.

It’s like Todd Snyder and Champion read my mind, and produced the absolute dream: a hoodie that brings it in terms of chicness and comfort. This is not too thick, not too thin. Just right. And with Todd Snyder bringing all the style and Champion bringing all the hoodie expertise, you can’t go wrong with this option.

Sunspel makes plush, sumptuous hoodies ideal for layering or for wearing on their own, and with a logo-less design, they’re versatile enough to dress up or down, too.

Meet the hoodie that will go with just about everything in your wardrobe. PRL does its zip-up fleece as it does all other things: with absolute style and chicness. This cozy design is all about keeping you feeling warm, but looking cool.

While you may know Canada Goose for its wonderfully warm parkas, we are here to introduce you to the brand’s hoodies. Especially ideal for transition weather, you can wear this hoodie as a base layer or as your outer layer.