Happy Friday! Before we begin, if there are any Florida readers- watching Hurricane Milton head towards Florida after Hurricane Helene was just awful. I hope you're all safe.
I wanted to get this review up two weeks ago but then Hurricane Helene and New Orleans happened. My apologies to those waiting for these photos. Aviator Nation 5 Stripe hoodies are still my absolute favorite hoodies. Hands down. I wear these all the time, way more than my Scuba hoodies. When Aviator Nation dropped these faded hoodies, I jumped on them as they tend to sell out quickly in my size.
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For reference I'm 4 feet 11 inches tall and wear size XS in Aviator Nation. I also wear size 4/6 in Lululemon tops.
5 Stripe Hoodie Faded Berry Size XS
Faded Berry is really pretty, kind of like a sorbet color. The faded areas are mainly in the front by the pockets and on the back of the hoodie. I didn't think the one I received was overly faded. I think it looks a lot like the stock photos on the website. The fading is only noticeable if you look closely, or know where to look.
I'm wearing size XS which is my usual size for 5 Stripe Hoodies. The cut has changed over the last year or so. It's not quite as fitted as they used to be. I am assuming they are jumping on the oversized trend and changed the fit to more relaxed. The length is also slightly longer as well. They hit near the top of my thigh in the front and almost full coverage in the back.
Of the three colors I bought, Faded Berry is my favorite. Faded Water reminds me of a summer blue sky. The fading is slightly more noticeable on the blue.
5 Stripe Hoodie Faded Water Size XS
Fading is more noticeable on the front.
I actually really quite like the relaxed fit. The draping on the back is really nice. These hoodies are hands down the most comfortable. The inside is lined with super soft fleece. These hoodies are pricey, but I promise you that I wear them so much that the cost per wear is nearly zero. I can't say the same about my Scuba hoodies at all.
I had such high hopes for Faded Mocha, but the fading is the most noticeable in this color. The fading also looks slightly yellow, which I'm not a fan of. The Mocha color I absolutely love. It's a gorgeous purple with brown undertones. If Aviator Nation released a 5 Stripe in Mocha without the fade, I would be all over it.
5 Stripe Hoodie Faded Mocha Size XS
I did end up returning this one and exchanged it for Faded Grape! Faded Grape was just released this week and I fell in love! I hope the fit is more like Faded Berry and Faded Water. Seems like Aviator Nation isn't always consistent with their sizing these days.
That's it for me! Let me know what you think of these faded hoodies. Do you love them or hate them? Have a wonderful weekend!
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Thank you for sharing these!! I absolutely love both the berry and grape! The berry is lovely on you!! I can't decide. I'm tempted to get both colors, but I have many AV sweatshirts. The AV collection has over taken my Lulu hoodies for sure. Like you, I just don't reach for them much anymore and it used to be all I wore. I'm not ready to get rid of them though. Most of mine are from 15 or so years ago when the quality was very high. I know I won't find anything as well made by Lulu again. I'm sure I'll come back around on wearing them at some point.
ReplyDeleteHi Stacy! Yes! I have so many AN hoodies but I still have 4 Scuba hoodies that I wear occasionally. The tight sleeves on the original version is kind of annoying. I like the OS Scuba Cropped version but I don't grab them as often as AN. AN is just so comfy. Let me know how you like the Venice Surfer hoodie. I'm sure they will restock in the 5 Stripe. They're too popular not to!
DeleteThey don't have either color in my size during the sale, so I decided to try the grape color in the Venice surfer design. I'll have to see if the berry comes back in the stripe.
ReplyDeleteFaded Grape is prettiest in my opinion! I was tempted to get the Lululemon Scuba Hoodie in Nightfall (sold out now) but honestly I don’t need another tight fitting hoodie. The AV ones look so comfortable but there are only limited colors and styles on Canadian online stores that carry the brand.
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Hi Andrea! They are SOOOO comfy. I hope you get to try one!
DeleteI still haven't tried Aviator Nation but the fit looks great on you and the quality seems amazing! I love the Faded Water and Grape color -Janessa.
ReplyDeleteHi Janessa! They are super soft but they will pill. That's probably the only thing I can say about these hoodies, but as much as I wear them, the pilling is appropriate. I just got the Faded Grape and I love it!
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