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Browse all Aviator Nation hoodies →AVIATOR NATION MALIBU ZIP HOODIE - HEATHER GREY
The verdict
Fit
Standard fit zip hoodie; likely roomy and unstructured, typical of Aviator Nation's relaxed silhouettes. Expect an oversized cut; size down for a closer fit.
Quality
Aviator Nation hoodies are solid basics—durable construction and soft fleece in this price bracket, though not premium-grade. Holds up well with regular wear.
Is the price fair?
At $189, you're paying for the brand name and destination branding more than technical innovation. Fair mid-tier pricing for casual athleisure.
Best for
Casual weekenders and gym-goers who prioritize comfort and relaxed fit over structured tailoring.
Care
Machine wash cold inside out to protect logo and color; tumble dry low to avoid shrinkage and pilling.
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)
