Happy and Hoodied

Baby it’s cold outside…well almost.  This week’s WAKA Wednesday Fashion Blog is about a clothing item many of us take for granted.  We throw it on when we need it most and toss it when we are through, but yet it is still always there for us.   We are talking about one of the most universally unisex pieces of clothing that exists, and probably carries the most memories for you throughout the years, as you may have bought your favorite one at a concert, sports event, or maybe even the last time you went grocery shopping.  The one, the only… the sweatshirt, which is also sometimes referred to as a hoodie!

Although this superb garment can be dated back to the Medieval Europe, where monks rocked out their hoodies to show their devout religious reverence through their distinguished attire, the actual first hooded sweatshirt was produced by Champion in the 1930s, and primarily marketed to those workers in upstate New York who had to endure freezing temperatures.  

Later the hoodie itself created an impact on the fashion culture in the 1970s through the development of the Hip-Hop culture and was most emblematic and easily recognized in the film Rocky. 

The rise of the hoodies continued to grow throughout the 1990s as it not only became relevant as an academic symbol, but also thrived as a trend through the Western US, and is a huge staple in pretty much every American’s wardrobe today.

This clothing item is A+++ in my grade book for fashion expertise.  Not only do you get the comfort of throwing it on, and going out the door without a care, but you also get to show your spirit on your sleeve, whatever way that may be.  Sometimes, it may even come naturally.

Other times we use sweatshirts as a form of showing your affection for someone, especially on dates.

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So as we embrace this wonderful Fall weather, think about what your next sweatshirt will be.  Here are some ideas if you don’t have a favorite team, beloved band, or just need sweatshirt inspiration.

Most of all when you wear your favorite piece of fall attire, make sure you are having fun, and are with friends doing your favorite thing.  Fall in love with Fall, and don’t forget your favorite sweatshirt.