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Browse all Aviator Nation hoodies →5 STRIPE RELAXED PULLOVER HOODIE - RED
The verdict
Fit
Oversized, relaxed vintage cut with dropped shoulders and generous sleeves. Bright red is saturated; fit is consistent and runs loose. Size down for a closer silhouette.
Quality
Signature Aviator Nation fleece with 5-stripe embroidery. Mid-range durability typical of the brand; red will fade moderately over 20+ washes due to dye exposure.
Is the price fair?
At $196, the same premium as other 5-stripe pieces, reflecting the brand-core status. Fair price for the design; red's vibrancy will fade more noticeably than neutral tones.
Best for
Bold-color enthusiasts and Aviator Nation devotees who want the iconic stripe design and don't mind visible color change over time.
Care
Wash separately in cold water to prevent dye bleed; dry flat to maintain color intensity as long as possible.
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)
