The Greatest Hoodie Ever Made
Five years ago, we set out to create a hoodie that would stand out from the competition. Heavyweight cotton fleece, reinforced elbow patches, and incredibly durable construction, all proudly made in the USA. The original classic full zip hoodie is the one that started it all.
Shop the Classic Full ZipThe hoodie so tough, factories refused to make it
Hard to Make, Easy to Wear
The Classic Full Zip is hard to make. So hard that many factories we approached told us it couldn't be done, not here in the USA. But we're always up for a challenge, and we knew we had to prove them wrong.
An American icon, made to be worn
We did the hard work so you can do yours
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100% Cotton Is Hard
Most sweatshirts are made from synthetic blends, which are easier to handle. But you sacrifice a luxe hand-feel and patina of cotton. We took on the challenge with Carolina Cotton Works to develop our custom heavyweight fleece.
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Better Fit is Hard
It takes more panels, and more complex construction, which requires more labor. It costs more, but we think it's worth it.
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Raising the Bar is Hard
The Classic Full Zip demands a skilled workforce, and state-of-the-art factories. That means investing in training, engineering, and facilities. When you buy anything American Giant makes you vote with your dollars for a stronger, more competitive manufacturing economy.
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