Hoodie Fashion Tips:
How Do You Make a Baggy Sweatshirt Look Cute?
Baggy sweatshirts are the security blankets of your wardrobe. They're always there for you, wrapping you in a big, cozy hug when you need it.
But did you know your favorite oversized sweatshirt can also be stylish? The secret's out: even fashionistas have a few extra-large sweatshirts in their closets, and you can make yours look just as chic. With our tips, you can rock your sweatshirt when you're lounging on the sofa and when you're strutting through your day.
So, How Do You Make a Baggy Sweatshirt Look Cute?
It all starts with some experimentation. Don't be afraid to mix and match different pieces from your wardrobe. By pairing your hoodie with just the right items already in your closet, you could just start the next trend. Start with these tips to get style inspiration to take your sweatshirts and hoodies from casual to sensational:
Style 1: Wear it as a Dress
A women's hoodie that's several sizes too big looks great as a dress, especially when it hits slightly above the knee. Pair it with tall boots and a big bag for a trendy look. Wear shorts under the hoodie so you can sit down and bend over safely. Safety first!
Style 2: Layer It
Throw a big jacket or coat over your sweatshirt. You'll tame the bulkiness of the shirt, and when you reach for a jacket or coat with some structure, you're adding some shape, too. Just remember to leave the hood outside the jacket for a casual but pulled-together look that's perfect for every day.
For this style, you might want to add some leggings, fitted pants, or sheer tights under the hoodie to add some drama. A big belt around the waist pulls in the fabric so your coat or jacket can fit better. With mid-calf boots in a contrasting color and a hat, this is one chic way to wear your super-size hoodie.
Another option is to layer different hoodies. On cold days, you can pop a lightweight sweatshirt over a jacket-style heavy hoodie to create extra texture. Choose contrasting colors of sweatshirts to create an eye-catching look.
Style 3: Keep Everything Else Skinny
Pairing a baggy sweatshirt with skinny jeans trousers or even yoga pants can highlight thinner legs. It creates more balance and keeps you from being swamped by a big hoodie. A big hoodie with skinny pants also adds some shape to the outfit and keeps you from being one big ball of fabric.
This option looks great with this Men's Premium Hoodie, which is available in sizes up to 5XL and a range of colors from gray to bright red. With a contrasting drawstring and a handy kangaroo pocket with a spot for headphones, it's the perfect top for (almost) any occasion.
Style 4: Dress It Up With Accessories
A classic hat and a big bag can work great with an oversized hoodie. You can also wear an armful of bracelets with your hoodie sleeves rolled up. When you add accessories, you make yourself look styled and polished.
As you reach for accessories to go with your super-size sweatshirt, think proportion. Since your biggest sweatshirt has lots of fabric, tiny jewelry and accessories can get swamped. This is the time to break out a few bigger, bolder pieces that will pop.
Style 5: Embrace the Oversize
Some style tips are about balancing out the bagginess of your sweatshirt. This one is about going all-in. Instead of trying to make your hoodie dressier, pair it with wide-legged pants or even sweatpants. Pair the look with sneakers and a baseball hat. We've seen skaters, rappers, and male models rock this look, but it's also a cute option for just about anybody.
Oversize all over does take some attitude, but you can pull this off. If you want baggy shirts and baggy pants together, you might want to choose a sweatshirt that's not too long so your silhouette doesn't get cut up too much.
Style 6: Go Bold With Color
Combine your sweatshirt with bright, contrasting colors. A lot of hoodies tend to be gray. If your favorite is, too, try pairing it with unexpected, bright colors like orange, red, blue, vibrant green, or pink. Eye-catching colors, especially when mixed together, give you a bold, trendy look. You can also pair a simple gray or neutral hoodie with bright patterns to elevate your style.
Style 7: Pair It With a Skirt (Yes, Really)
Create something unexpected by mixing your ultra-oversize hoodie with a skirt. You can try a denim skirt or push it even further by trying a sequined or lacy lingerie skirt. The unexpected pairing takes your sweatshirt from "cozy" to "smoking hot."
You can even pair printed and breezy summer skirts, including maxi skirts, with your hoodie. To avoid having your body overwhelmed by too much fabric, it's a great idea to tuck it up. Here's how: add a big belt over your sweatshirt, then tuck the bottom of the hoodie under, hiding the belt with the fabric. Add some chunky jewelry and ankle boots for a rugged prettiness.
For a too-cool-for-school vibe, pair your oversized sweatshirt with a skater skirt or pleated plaid miniskirt. If your sweatshirt is longer than the skirt, you'll need to tuck it in. You can pair this with a nice belt to emphasize the waist and oxfords or loafers for the preppy look.
Style 8: Pair It With Shorts
Don't love skirts? Shorts can accomplish some of the same cute vibes. Cut-off denim shorts and a pair of sunglasses perched on your head paired with sandals and an oversized sweatshirt give you that "summer college" look. Showing off your legs can balance out the extra fabric of the hoodie.
Denim shorts aren't the only option. Bicycle shorts can look chic and sporty with a super-size sweatshirt. You can tuck the hoodie up to show off your waist.
Style 9: Tuck It In
A half-tuck or a tucked-in sweatshirt draws attention to your waist. It can keep you from swimming in your shirt and can make the whole outfit more polished, too.
A great option here is this Unisex Lightweight Terry Hoodie. It has no kangaroo pouch and open hems. This creates a sleeker look, and with the thinner fabric, it's very versatile for tucking and layering.
Style 10: Tie It Up
Tying your sweatshirt at the waist adds some shape to the shirt. This alternative to tucking your sweatshirt is a way to pull extra material tight to create a more fitted, casual look. A tied hoodie looks great with jeans and a big beach bag when you're looking for a casual but stylish outfit.
Style 11: Cinch It In
OK, hear us out: wearing a corset, cinched peplum top, or belt over your oversized hoodie can look very on-trend. Sure, it takes a little attitude, but you've got that covered, right? Cinching in your sweatshirt makes it more fitted and adds an unexpected element to your look. It also keeps you from being lost in all the fabric.
A great hoodie for this style is the Champion Unisex Powerblend Hoodie, which has a heavy rib knit waistband and cuffs, making them easy to tuck up and cinch in for a sleek look.
Style 12: Play With Texture
We love sweatshirts because the knit fabric is so soft and cozy. It becomes stylish, though, when you pair it with different textures. When you toss on your hoodie, look to add interesting fabrics and materials to the rest of your outfit. Here are a few ideas to get you started:
- Let a silky or lacy shirt peek out under your hoodie sleeves or above the neckline.
- Pair your sweatshirt with a straw hat.
- Choose textured, chunky jewelry made from wood, glass, unfinished metal, or other interesting textures.
- Mix and match your oversized hoodie with fake or real leather or suede. A cropped leather jacket over your hoodie and oversized sunglasses make you smolder.
- Pair your hoodie with jeans (a sweatshirt pairing classic!), and consider acid-washed or ripped jeans for a bit of extra texture.
- Wear a crisp white button-down under your hoodie, pulling the collar over so it peeks out at the neck and letting the shirt hang below the sweatshirt. You can also roll up the sleeves of both shirts so the cotton shirt is visible.
Style 13: Tie a Shirt Around Your Waist
You can play with this look in two ways. First, you can throw on your baggy hoodie and then tie another shirt around your waist, over top of the hoodie, to pull in the waist and create a casual look.
Your other option is to tie your big hoodie around your waist as part of a more streamlined outfit. This way, if you ever get chilly, you've got your comfy shirt right there. Throw in some short jean shorts and some cool sunglasses, and you'll look cool and casual while still showing off your style chops.
Style 14: Crop It
Put the scissors down! Did you know you can crop your sweatshirt without hacking away? Just fold up the bottom of your sweatshirt evenly and tuck it under your bra or under a tight-fitting crop shirt under your hoodie. Make sure you tuck the hoodie all the way around your body for a cool chunky crop.
A cropped sweatshirt looks great with belted, ripped jeans, sneakers, or sandals. In the summer, this also looks great with shorts and sandals for a casual look. Top the outfit off with large hoop earrings.
You can also always choose a cropped sweatshirt to begin with, like the Women's Cropped Hoodie & Jogger Short Set. From TriDri, this midweight shirt gives you tons of styling options.
Style 15: Tie It Wrong
Wrong is a strong word, but here's the idea: Tie your sweatshirt around your shoulders so one sleeve goes over your shoulder and the other sleeve is under your arm for an asymmetrical tie. This is very fun with baggy pants and a sleeveless top for a casual, unusual look.
Looking for the right hoodie? This Unisex Colorblock Hoodie is two-tone, with contrasting sleeves and body, helping you create more visual interest with every look.
Style 16: Make a Big Statement
The sweatshirt you choose can make a big impact on your final aesthetic. Choose a high-quality hoodie that's in pristine condition and go a step further by customizing your sweatshirt with your own design or message.
Making a hoodie your own with customization means you have a blank canvas to play with. When you work with TeamShirts, you can add logos, images, and text on the front of your hoodie, on the sleeves, and even the hood so you can create your own one-of-a-kind statement piece that turns heads.
When you wear a custom-printed sweatshirt, the hoodie does all the talking, and you can style the rest of your outfit very simply. Your oversized sweatshirt does a lot of the heavy lifting here.
TeamShirts Offers Multiple Sizing and Product Options
So, how do you make a baggy sweatshirt look cute? The secret to styling an oversized sweatshirt well is to start with the right hoodie in the right size. For women, going one or two sizes larger than your usual size gives you an oversized shirt that can still be layered and used in different ways. Or, you can really go for it and choose a huge hoodie that wraps you like a big blanket
TeamShirts has tons of sizes, from child's sizes to 5XL and beyond for men and women, so you can find the right fit. We also have many product options, from heavy-fabric hoodies for cold weather to lighter long-sleeve shirts that are a dream to layer. You can match your custom hoodie with a custom t-shirt, cap, hat, and other gear for a complete outfit.
Get a Head Start on Your Cuteness Levels With a Custom Sweatshirt
Don't leave cute behind when you toss on an oversized hoodie. Make your sweatshirt the statement piece of your wardrobe with a custom sweatshirt that shows the world your eye for fashion and design. At TeamShirts, we make it very easy to get the hoodie you want with a huge selection of quality sweatshirts from some of the top brands around. We also make it very easy for any budding fashionista to create a custom sweatshirt fast. Here's all you need to do:
- Choose. Pick the color, size, and type of hoodie you want from TeamShirt's huge selection.
- Design. Use our online free design wizard to create the custom sweatshirt you want. Add graphics, text, and images. Whatever your heart desires. Upload your own graphics or choose from thousands of pre-made designs you can tweak. Everything is very intuitive, so even if you've never designed a shirt before, you'll soon be creating sweatshirts like a pro! Are you creating hoodies for a team? Our voting tool lets everyone have their say about the design, and our names and numbers feature lets you customize your sweatshirts for everyone in your group.
- Sit back. Once you've sent your design to TeamShirts, you can relax because we take care of it all. We choose the right printing method and make sure your hoodies are printed with care. We can even embroider your hoodies. Can't wait for your new sweatshirt? Choose express shipping and even get a delivery date so you know exactly when your new favorite sweatshirt will arrive.
That's it!
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What Can TeamShirts Do For You?
All our sweatshirts are printed in the USA, in our own printing facility in Las Vegas. This gives us lots of control over the quality and look of your final product, and it's why we're able to offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee.
Have a vision but aren't confident in your styling ability? When you order more than five items, you can get help from our professional team of designers. They can work with your own hand-drawn sketch, vectorize or crop your graphics, and otherwise turn your creative ideas into clothes you'll love wearing.
And if you ever run into any problems with ordering or designing your custom sweatshirt, our amazing customer service team is always ready to help. You can always reach us by emailing us, using the contact form, or calling us at 1-833-395-0374. A real person will answer your question.
We love baggy sweatshirts, too. Now that we're friends, we don't mind admitting to you that we sometimes wear them to work. And now that you've gotten some inspiration on ways to style your hoodie, you can take that wrapped-up-in-a-comfy-blanket experience with you to more places, all while looking stylish. Ready to get started with a quality, custom hoodie you can style in lots of ways? Start designing today!
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