Armani Exchange Men's Removable Hoodie, Single Breasted Blazer

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Reiss head of menswear design, Alex Field, says: “Hoodies have dramatically improved in terms of quality and fit. Therefore, guys are looking to invest in well-fitting, well-made casual designs that can be worn in various situations. Whether that be to the gym or as part of a stylish off-duty look.” Mr Porter style director Olie Arnold says: “A cosy cashmere hoodie is a great layering piece for a day in the city, which will leave you looking sharp while keeping you warm at the same time.”

Whenever comfort and coolness go hand-in-hand, you can be sure that we’ll be enthusiastic cheerleaders. Such is the case with athleisure and, thanks to those clever menswear designers, you won’t run the risk of looking like you were too lazy to change out of your gym gear. Choose the Right Blazer: Opt for a well-fitted blazer in a versatile color like navy, charcoal, or dark grey. It should be tailored to your body shape to maintain a polished appearance.Footwear Matters: Choose shoes that match the formality of the occasion. Classic leather brogues or derby shoes are excellent for a semi-formal setting, while clean white sneakers or loafers are great for a more casual look. Colour-pop hoodies look great whatever you wear them with, but they look particularly good if you style them well with tailoring. Layer Wisely: Layer the hoodie underneath the blazer. Allow the hoodie's hood and drawstrings to subtly peek out from beneath the blazer collar. Though it’s tough to pin down a defin­i­tive ori­gin, our research on the sto­ry traces the look’s lin­eage (geo­graph­i­cal­ly) to the North­east — cir­ca late 1990s / ear­ly 00s. As many can remem­ber and attest, male prep schools had (and still have) strict dress codes, e.g. shirt, tie, blaz­er, dress shoes, etc… When it reached frigid temps, stu­dents were able to cov­er the shirt / tie with a sweater. Many chose to forego / replace the sweater with a hood­ed sweat­shirt, result­ing in the sig­na­ture hood­ed flap look that you see as the hood­ie rests against the blaz­er lapels.

A hoodie over a white shirt with dark wash ripped jeans and suede chukka boots can be a fashionable look if you’re hanging out with friends at night. This grey sweatshirt can be paired with all footwear styles, but most guys will wear trainers, sneakers and boots in a complementary color. Fabric Harmony: Pay attention to fabric consistency. A blazer in lightweight wool or cotton pairs well with a mid-weight hoodie. Ensure the hoodie isn't too bulky to maintain a streamlined silhouette. To nail hoodie fashion via the sports-meets-suit look, try a mid-weight grey hoodie with a charcoal grey suit and choose white lace-up sneakers in place of your normal work shoes. If you’re going to learn how to wear a hoodie with a suit or blazer, you’re channeling a “look” and will instantly mark yourself out as a card-carrying member of Club Menswear. That’s no reason not to give this high-low combination a whirl, though.Layer with Outerwear: On colder days, you can add an overcoat or trench coat to keep warm while retaining the stylish layered effect of the blazer with a hoodie.

We'll explore a multitude of options, from the classic navy blazer and grey hoodie combination that exudes timeless elegance, to more audacious pairings that embrace bold patterns, rich colors, and unexpected contrasts. Discover how to balance the structured formality of the blazer with the relaxed appeal of the hoodie, creating an ensemble that's polished yet approachable, sleek yet comfortable.A blazer and a hoodie make for the ultimate casual outfit for today's gent. If in doubt about the footwear, add brown leather desert boots to the equation. Jaeger’s head of menswear, James Jee, says: “Gone are the days of the baggy, oversized logo-emblazed hoodie. Fabrics are softer and heavier — a sign of a better yarn quality and a lot more of it. The fit is a little sharper and clean.” The return of the hoodie signals that we’re now at peak athleisure. Having successfully broached upscale sportswear in its various forms, it was only a matter of time before menswear got its mitts on the near-century-old staple. A hoodie should fit you in a way that is not too loose, tight or long. When wearing this sweatshirt, finding the right hoodie fit will be determined by your style and the outfit you want to create. Most men will wear an oversized hoodie with a loose fit for a casual look, while others may want a tight fit to create a smart casual look that outlines their silhouette. Wearing a hoodie with a blazer can be incongruous if you don’t mirror the contrast of smart and casual with other elements of the outfit.