What hoodie and sweatshirt styles does Things Square offer for men?+−
Things Square offers men's hoodies and sweatshirts across multiple styles — classic pullover hoodies, full-zip hoodies, clean crew-neck sweatshirts, oversized and dropped-shoulder hoodies, graphic and printed hoodies, lightweight summer-weight hoodies, quarter-zip sweatshirts, and performance technical hoodies for gym use. All styles are available from XS to 4XL in a range of colours from neutral essentials to seasonal and graphic designs.
How should a men's hoodie fit?+−
A regular-fit hoodie should have shoulder seams sitting at or slightly beyond the shoulder edge. The chest should have a relaxed but not baggy feel — not pulling across the chest but not hanging loosely either. Sleeve length should reach the wrist bone. The body length should end at the top of the hip. For layering under jackets, choose a slim-fit hoodie one size down from your regular size to prevent bunching under outerwear. For oversized hoodies, size up one to two sizes from your regular size for the intended dropped-shoulder, relaxed silhouette.
Can hoodies be worn in smart-casual settings?+−
A clean, quality hoodie in a plain dark neutral can work in smart-casual settings when styled correctly — paired with well-fitted dark jeans or chinos (not joggers), clean leather or minimalist sneakers, and a plain base tee. The hoodie works best in genuinely casual smart-casual environments — creative offices, casual restaurants, and social gatherings where the overall outfit reads as carefully casual rather than dressed-down. For more formal smart-casual occasions — client meetings, business lunches, evening restaurants — a crew-neck sweatshirt or quarter-zip is significantly more appropriate than a hoodie.
What is the best hoodie colour for men?+−
The most versatile hoodie colours for men are charcoal grey, dark navy, and black — in that order of versatility. Charcoal grey pairs with the widest range of colours and works as the most truly neutral mid-layer. Dark navy is slightly more personality-specific but pairs beautifully with white, grey, and most casual bottom colours. Black is striking and pairs well with most combinations but can absorb into dark-bottom outfits without adding contrast. After these three, mid-grey, olive, and burgundy are excellent additions for colour variety while maintaining reasonable pairing versatility.
How do I wash a hoodie to prevent shrinkage and pilling?+−
Turn the hoodie inside out before washing to protect the outer surface and any graphics from abrasion. Machine wash in cold water on a gentle cycle — cold water prevents cotton shrinkage. Use a mild detergent without fabric softener — fabric softener coats fleece fibres and reduces the breathability and moisture-wicking performance of technical fabrics. Tumble dry on low heat or air dry flat — high heat causes significant cotton shrinkage and damages the fleece pile. For anti-pilling, ensure the garment is washed inside out and avoid washing with rough items like jeans or items with velcro that cause surface abrasion.