Fleece sweatshirts appeared in our wardrobe not so long ago - in the 80s of the last century. At first they were used exclusively as an element of sportswear, but, thanks to their convenience and practicality, they quickly became an integral part of everyday clothing.
The advantages of fleece sweatshirts
Fleece is a knitted fabric of synthetic origin, created for sewing warm clothes.
Fleece owes its extraordinary popularity to the following advantages:
- Low weight. Fleece sweatshirt weighs significantly less than counterparts made from other warm materials.
- Breathability. Especially important moment for playing sports. Such a sweatshirt perfectly retains heat, allowing, at the same time, the skin to breathe, and moisture does not accumulate under clothing. The sweatshirt also keeps its heat-insulating properties in a wet state.
- Elasticity. Despite the fact that fleece sweatshirts are, as a rule, straight, free cut, this material keeps its shape perfectly, which allows you to use it to create clothes with more complex styles.
- Easy to care. Fleece sweatshirt is easy to wash and dries quickly. It has a sufficiently high strength and wear resistance.
- Hypoallergenic material. Fleece sweatshirt does not cause redness or irritation of the skin, it is very soft and pleasant to the touch.
Models
Sports
Fleece sweatshirts are most often represented by sports-type models. Straight, loose fit, hood, lacing at the bottom or at the waist, knitted cuffs at the bottom of the sweatshirt and on the sleeves, one large or two small pockets - these are the main elements of a sports fleece sweatshirt.
It can be used not only as an element of sports equipment. Fleece sweatshirt is indispensable in the campaign, a trip out of town, a picnic in nature, etc.
Sweatshirt will be an excellent alternative to a light windbreaker or thin jacket. Hood securely cover from rain, and soft fleece will protect from the cold. For extra comfort and convenience in a sock sweatshirts are equipped with zippers, but there are also models with buttons.
Classic
Sport models are not the only varieties of fleece sweatshirts.
The classic model is made in the form of a regular sweater with a stand-up collar and without a hood.
Sweatshirt bomber
Another type of this hoody is a bomber jacket - a shortened model with contrasting knit cuffs in color on the belt and sleeves.
Sweatshirt Hoodie
Hoodie is an elongated sweatshirt with a stand-up collar, a hood and one large pocket located on the stomach.
Sweatshirt sweatshirt
Sweatshirt-sweatshirt is also a model with a hood, but without a zipper. Both hoodies are made with a round or V-shaped neckline.
Elongated
Long straight or flared hoodies look like elegant cardigans. They can be monophonic or decorated with an interesting print. This sweatshirt can be combined with a pantsuit, dress or skirt.
Fitted
Stylish slim sweatshirts, resembling, rather fashionable jackets, are part of elegant clothes. They are decorated with rhinestones, decorated using contrasting materials in color and texture, fur, appliqués, embroidery, etc.
Without sleeves
As a rule, all sweatshirts have a long sleeve, but some models of the sports type are also made in the form of a sleeveless jacket or a fleece vest.
Colour
Fleece sweatshirt is a versatile clothing model that suits both men and women. That is why it is often found made in neutral, restrained colors - gray, olive, black, blue, green.
Lovers of more feminine models can turn their attention to sweatshirts of saturated pink, crimson, purple, lilac, blue, light green, orange or yellow.
This season, special attention is paid to models made in a delicate pastel scale: pale pink, light yellow and sky blue.
Sweatshirts can be monophonic or made in a combination of several contrasting colors.
Topical sweatshirts with a print. It can be a geometric ornament, floral pattern or abstraction.
Elongated sweatshirts decorated with bright images of cartoon characters and animals are still popular. Sports models are often decorated with inscriptions, logos, emblems, symbols, etc.
Who is suitable?
Since the classic sweatshirt is a part of the sports style of clothes, it fits all without exception. Simply, based on the type of your physique, it is necessary to select a model that best fits the body.
For example, owners of magnificent forms should choose models of straight, free cut and, if possible, avoid decorative elements in the form of elastic bands in the lower part of the sweatshirt. Such models give extra volume to the body. Another good cut is flared down.
Girls of slim stature can choose both straight and fitted models of sweatshirts of any length.
What to combine?
If a sweatshirt is used as an element of sportswear, then it should be combined with appropriate clothing and footwear - sports trousers, tights, leggings, bicycles, sneakers, gym shoes, etc.
Hoodies and sweatshirts go great with jeans. Fitted models of sweatshirts can be worn to a skirt or dress. Elongated models of sweatshirts are worn as a separate item of clothing in combination with tight tights or leggings.
A long, fitted model of the sweatshirt can be used as a cardigan. Such a model is quite compatible with a strict sheath dress, elegant blouse and pencil skirt. This kit is best to pick up shoes or ankle boots with high heels.