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Browse all Aviator Nation hoodies →5 STRIPE HOODIE - FADED SMOKE
The verdict
Fit
Five-stripe collection pullover in faded smoke with relaxed unisex cut. Oversized proportions throughout; the faded treatment ages the piece intentionally.
Quality
Premium within Aviator Nation's range. Five-stripe collection represents the brand's heritage; construction is solid and the faded finish adds visual character.
Is the price fair?
At $196, this is at the high end of casual hoodies. You're paying for heritage collection positioning and the intentional faded aesthetic.
Best for
Aviator Nation heritage enthusiasts who appreciate the five-stripe legacy and don't mind paying premium pricing for signature silhouettes.
Care
Wash in cool water and avoid bleach or high heat; the faded finish is intentional, so gentler care maintains the look longer.
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)
