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Browse all Aviator Nation hoodies →CHECK QUILT ZIP HOODIE - LAVENDER // OCEAN
The verdict
Fit
Relaxed unisex cut; quilted fabric gives structure, so the fit is less slouchy than crew hoodies—true to size feels balanced without needing to downsize.
Quality
Quilted construction delivers heavier weight and durability expected at the $325 tier; zip quality and stitch finishes support long-term wear.
Is the price fair?
Fair at $325. The quilted pattern and full-length zip justify the premium versus basic pullovers; no additional cost over the comparable pullover.
Best for
Layering enthusiasts and wearers who value the zip's versatility alongside premium quilted construction and colorblocking.
Care
Wash inside-out with the zip closed; avoid high heat drying to protect the quilted structure and lavender/ocean color saturation.
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)
