Yeah, hoodies are quite versatile. But this one puts the “V” on versatile. 

Their adaptability is how they evolved beyond sports. Full-zip hoodies were originally made for laborers in the early 20th century, and owe their existence to the iconic brand “Champion”. 

Back in the 1930s, hoodies with zippers were made to offer easy-to-wear clothing for laborers. 

Because they were essentially sweatshirts with a hood, zip-up hoodies soon became widely adopted by athletes. And today, they are an integral part of contemporary fashion. All because of their adaptability.

Your clothing store could definitely benefit from investing in full-zip hoodie blanks. Once they are customized, they become even more versatile. However, not many retail apparel stores actually dig deep into styling this unique garment. Despite the growing demand for full-zip hoodie wholesale, many retail stores still haven't explored their styling potential, instead piggybacking on the popularity of the garment catapulted by pop culture.

That said, here’s yet another comprehensive lookbook that offers or could potentially inspire some great fashion styles for your store with zip-up hoodies.

Just like long-sleeves, full-zip hoodies can also be just thrown on with any bottomwear of choice. 

Shorts? Yep. 

Jeans? Yep.

Bikini? OF COURSE!

Does it feel right though? Randomly pairing the full-zip with other garments. This is what we researched for this blog. And the styling choices that apparel stores conjure up for the full-zip is fascinating. Full zip-up hoodies need not necessarily have long sleeves. They come in short-sleeve styles too. But the styling ideas in this lookbook can work on both. 

Before we begin, make sure to know which fabric would work best depending on the season and which style appeals better to your store’s customers. Remember that a blank full-zip hoodie is just a canvas to showcase how creative your store can get, especially if you are a designer boutique. 

Customization can be anything from cute embroideries and printed graphics to brand logos and powerful messages. You can even add a patch pocket on your blank hoodie, if your customers will like it. 

Let's dive into some killer outfit ideas!

We are going with the most popular full-zip hoodie outfit first. Pairing it with a white tee and washed jeans for a clean, modest look. Slip on a cool pair of sneakers and you’ll get that everyday vibe.

Your customers might like suggestions for cool, casual styles. That pretty much defines contemporary streetwear. Layer a full-zip hoodie over a white tee. Go for slim-fit joggers or ripped denims and complete the look with cool kicks. The hoodie should have printed graphics to add to the impact. You can further enhance this style by throwing on a trucker cap or a beanie.

These hoodies were once dominant in the sports realm. So it’s obvious that it can be part of a sporty casual fashion. Pair ‘em up with sporty joggers and high-top sneakers. We recommend custom full-zip hoodies in bold colors or with stripes. Hit the gym and then the streets seamlessly? Can’t go wrong with this one.

Smart casual personified. Did you know that people actually wear full-zip hoodies at work? This look appeals to those people. Just layer a neutral-colored hoodie under a sharp blazer of a complementing color. Thrown on slim-fit chinos and leather boots. Nothing says “I know how to keep things chill” better than this outfit. The style remarkably fits business casual occasions and on nights out with friends.

Alright, this one is pretty popular because it’s seen as a kind of luxe look. The uniqueness of this outfit is that it’s not at all expensive. So if your customers want something luxe without spending too much, you know what to suggest. Simply throw on a leather or denim jacket over the hoodie. Wear skinny jeans. We recommend combat boots to go with this one for a ruggedly luxe appeal. This style also allows your store to experiment with garment colors and textures to nail an exotic style.

Make sure you have a few earth-tone colored ones in your cart when buying full zip-up hoodie blanks. Because that’s exactly what you need to create a bohemian-themed outfit. Just pair an earth-toned full zip and patterned loose-fitting pants. The boho touch is brought in by accessories. Accessorize this outfit style with beaded bracelets and wide-brim caps. Some apparel stores have been experimenting on this style with oversized hoodies too.  

A style that’s unique yet preppy. Simply layer a sweater over a well-fitting zip-up hoodie. Go for cable knit sweaters. Pair ‘em up with slim-fit pants and loafers, and let the prepster swag shine.

A perfect-for-late-Fall outfit, you will need a white tee and a black full-zip hoodie for this one. Blank hoodies work perfectly fine, but you can experiment with graphic designs on the back. The idea is to wear the flannel unbuttoned over the white tee, and then layer it with the hoodie over the flannel. The hoodie shouldn’t be zipped up. Pair the top layers with blue jeans and leather boots. Perfection!