As sporty aesthetics have seeped, to some extent, into the traditional closet in recent times, designers are gradually reimagining versions of a familiar apparel staple – hoodies. Simultaneously, figures in street style are enthusiastically sporting their favored athletic hoodies alongside tailored pants, blouses, and frocks. Here's a look at crafting elegant combinations with hoodies – drawing inspiration from collections assembled by Vogue.ua.
David Catalán spring-summer 2026. Photo: Launchmetrics
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Yuhan Wang spring-summer 2026. Photo: Launchmetrics
Casablanca spring-summer 2026. Photo: Launchmetrics
Indeed, prominent brands celebrated mainly for their sophisticated gowns or flawless tailored suits now incorporate hoodies in their collections. Undeniably, virtually everyone dons this piece of casual wear without exception. During the spring-summer 2026 shows, renowned labels such as Onitsuka Tiger and Giorgio Armani showcased classic iterations of oversized hoodies in deep charcoal tones. While this summer saw the rise of wearing ample shirts in place of dresses, for the coming warmer months, designers urge a similar approach with hoodies, paired perhaps with a leather mini skirt or shorts underneath.
Conversely, emerging European names are embracing hoodies with more audacity and inventiveness: The spring/summer line from Spanish-Portuguese label David Catalán spotlighted a beige hoodie featuring see-through mesh segments and fringes that provide a subtle nod to the prevalent laid-back boho vibe. Simultaneously, London-based Yuhan Wang presented a diaphanous lace hoodie, exhibited on the runway with a cropped tank and briefs in a lingerie style. Nevertheless, it's evident how this very hoodie can be layered over a silken gown or teamed with a traditional blouse and slacks. In turn, Casablanca serves as an inspiration to pair a vibrant hoodie with an overshirt of the Hawaiian variety – a distinctive pairing ripe for consideration.
Onitsuka Tiger spring-summer 2026. Photo: Launchmetrics
Giorgio Armani spring-summer 2026. Photo: Launchmetrics
As we await reception of these proposed styles by trendsetters, pavement pioneers are already offering up their unique take on the hoodie as part of an elegant assemblage. The ivory variant sits harmoniously with a cerulean blouse and khaki-hued classic trousers, whilst a denim floor-length skirt and coordinating jacket yield a more casual composition.
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As a rule, a hoodie paired with a sweeping skirt amounts to a standout look of sporty elegance. For those craving heightened sophistication and a reduced sporting feel, consider a hoodie complemented by an extended jacket or macintosh, wearable in place of a dress. Inside the domain of menswear, a hoodie already registers as intuitively fitting, creating a sleek alliance with a button-down, necktie, dark denim and substantial loafers.
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Contemporary fashion grants absolute liberty of expression. When seeking a suitable hoodie, definitively landing on the one in which you feel most confident presents a dependable recourse.
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