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Browse all Aviator Nation hoodies →ESSENTIAL RELAXED PULLOVER HOODIE - FADED BERRY
The verdict
Fit
Designed for an oversized, relaxed silhouette suitable for layering or solo wear. Sizing runs roomy; most shoppers size down one size for a less baggy fit.
Quality
Aviator Nation hoodies are known for soft construction and durability in the casual lifestyle space. This Essential line should hold up well through regular washing.
Is the price fair?
At 189 USD, this is mid-premium pricing for a relaxed pullover. The faded finish suggests vintage-inspired construction, which justifies the premium slightly over mass-market alternatives.
Best for
Shoppers seeking a plain, quiet hoodie in a unique color without visible branding for everyday wear.
Care
Machine wash cold to preserve the faded finish; tumble dry low.
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)
