After lengthy research – looking at quality, shape, material, thread count, feel, testing out garms and asking fellow fashion insiders – we’ve rounded up the top five hoodies out there. For all of you wanting to invest in grailed, high-quality staples, and are looking for the best of the best basic black hoodie, these five will not let you down.
The Entire Studios Heavy Hood in Soot
Founded by Yeezy alumni Sebastian Hunt and Dylan Richards, to kit out fashion insiders with solid staples, you know that Entire Studios has some of the hardest elevated basics on the market. This hoodie is crafted with 510 GSM, 100% organic cotton and brushed back fleece. At $145, it’s a firm investment that will last you a long time.
The WATC Studio Black Ultra Heavy Oversized Hoodie
Made in Portugal, WATC Studio wins the hoodie game. Perfectly oversized, spun with 860 GSM, 100% cotton (organic, of course) and double-stitched shoulders, this heavyweight French terry garm deserves a top spot on your wardrobe rotation. And at £50, it’s a steal. Shoutout to @zagua999 on TikTok, who recommended this one.
The Arif Ferdous Washed Black Hoodie
The only zip-up in this rotation, this Arif Ferdous distressed hoodie has got the perfect shape down, from the cropped, boxy fit to the clean draped silhouette. Made from 450 GSM brushed cotton fleece and manually cut and sewn together, a durable everyday staple. Also love the butterfly detailing on the zip, such a good feature.
The Seventh Stores V2 Hoodie in Night
Designed in London and made in Seoul, Seventh Stores is here to provide and deliver the best of basics. The V2 hoodie is a core staple piece with a cosy silhouette, double lined with 610 GSM, made from a French terry cotton blend.
The Velour Garments 1000 GSM Anthracite Double Hoodie
Spanish label Velour Garments specialise in grailed high-quality, premium basics. And this one’s heavy. The thickest piece in the brand’s collection, this hoodie is crafted with a hefty 1000 GSM, 100% organic preshrunk cotton, it’s double-lined and it’s untagged, so it’s reversible. And at £119, it’s not a bad deal at all.
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