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5 STRIPE CROPPED ZIP HOODIE RELAXED - AQUA // WHITE NEON

Name: Aviator Nation 5 STRIPE CROPPED ZIP HOODIE RELAXED - AQUA // WHITE NEON
Brand: Aviator Nation
SKU: aviator-nation-5-stripe-cropped-zip-hoodie-relaxed-aqua-white-neon

Hoodies

$196as of Jul 5, 2026 — check current price at Aviator Nation

The verdict

A cropped zip for those committed to the brand's signature stripe aesthetic—good fit range but verify sizing if cropped is new to you.

Fit

Cropped and relaxed, hitting shorter on the body than a standard hoodie. Wide size range (XS–XL) but the cropped cut makes fit particular—try in-store if possible.

Quality

At $196, Aviator Nation's zip hoodies carry comparable construction to their pullovers—reliable mid-tier quality with adequate seaming for regular use.

Is the price fair?

Mid-premium pricing for a cropped zip. The 5-stripe is iconic for the brand, so you're buying recognizable design alongside the garment.

Best for

Shoppers familiar with Aviator Nation who want a shorter silhouette and prefer the zip closure for layering flexibility.

Care

Machine wash cold; tumble dry on low or hang dry to maintain the neon stripe brightness.

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What owners report about Aviator Nation hoodies

Owners consistently describe these hoodies as exceptionally soft, with a fleece-lined interior, and say they get worn constantly. Pilling is the most repeated complaint — reviewers report it shows up quickly even with air drying — and one reviewer found the tri-blend fabric on the thin and flimsy side for a hoodie priced around $189. A repeat buyer notes the cut has changed over recent years, running less fitted than it used to, and can vary between colorways of the same style. Heavy wearers still tend to conclude the cost per wear justifies the price.

Strengths: Very soft, fleece-lined fabric that owners wear constantly — comfort is the one point nearly every review agrees on.
Watch out for: Pilling appears quickly even with air drying, and reviewers also mention thin-feeling fabric, a gritty zipper, shallow pockets, and a cut that has shifted between years and colorways.
Sizing: Sizing is unisex and reports conflict — one reviewer found them true to size while another says they run small — and recent cuts run roomier than older ones, so check current measurements before ordering.

About Aviator Nation's hoodies line as a whole. Sources: Fit Review! Aviator Nation Navy Hoodie 5 Stripe (Petite Impact) · Fit Review! Aviator Nation 5 Stripe Hoodie Faded Mocha, Faded Water, Faded Berry (Petite Impact) · Aviator Nation Ninja Hoodie Sizing and Review (KatWalkSF)