Hoodies

Eight hoodies covering zip, half-zip, pullover and sleeveless. The Kagero is 100% cotton at 380 gsm washed, and body length at size M runs 51 cm to 68 cm across the group.
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The hood is the part that fails

The hood is the part that fails

Hood construction separates these eight more than the body does. A two-panel hood is cheaper and collapses flat against the back of the neck once it has been washed a few times. A three-panel hood holds a shape and sits up when you put it on.

Fabric weight decides whether it stays up. Under 300 gsm a hood folds down under its own weight. The 380 gsm Kagero does not.

Weight, length and sleeve

The Kagero Sleeveless Hoodie is 100% cotton at 380 gsm, washed, measuring 72 cm long with a 55.5 cm shoulder. Across the group body length at size M runs 51 cm on the Cooling Outdoor Half-Zip Fleece to 68 cm on the Lightweight Hoodie Pullover.

Sleeve runs 56.5 cm to 82 cm and shoulder spans 55 cm to 64 cm, so the fit varies much more than the size letter suggests. All eight carry a full size chart, sizes run S to XL, and shoots use a 187 cm model or taller. Wash cold and hang dry to keep the hood standing.

Hoodless weights and washed cotton

For the same weight without a hood see sweatshirts and sweaters.

For the washed Japanese cotton see japanese hoodies. For a shell to layer over see jackets.

Measurements come from the manufacturer's flat size table for each garment, converted to centimetres and mapped onto one size ladder. Available for 8 of the 8 garments here, last checked 2026-09-12. How we measure.

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Frequently asked questions

What weight should a hoodie be?

Above 300 gsm if you want the hood to stand up. Under that it folds down under its own weight. The Kagero here is 380 gsm.

Why do some hoods collapse?

Two-panel hoods have no centre seam to hold a shape, so they flatten against the neck after a few washes. Three-panel hoods keep their structure.

How much does the fit vary?

Body length at size M spans 51 cm to 68 cm and sleeve spans 56.5 cm to 82 cm. Read both before picking a letter.

Can I tumble dry a heavy hoodie?

Hang dry it. Heat shrinks heavyweight cotton and takes the shape out of the hood and the cuffs first.