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SURFER WAVE PATCH PULLOVER RELAXED HOODIE - FADED WATER

Name: Aviator Nation SURFER WAVE PATCH PULLOVER RELAXED HOODIE - FADED WATER
Brand: Aviator Nation
SKU: aviator-nation-surfer-wave-patch-pullover-relaxed-hoodie-faded-water
Price: 189 USD

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The verdict

A faded patch hoodie at $189 nods to the brand's surfer roots; intentional aging is the design, so condition is baked in.

Fit

Relaxed unisex fit with a patch chest detail; faded finishes can hide wear, but check sizing—some patches shift with washing.

Quality

Faded collection pieces use softer, pre-washed construction; patches should be sewn on securely, though thread can loosen over time.

Price check

At $189, you are paying for the faded aesthetic and patch detail—this is design, not a defect—but value hinges on loving the worn look.

Best for

Shoppers drawn to a lived-in, vintage-inspired vibe who prefer the faded aesthetic from day one.

Care

Wash cold and inside-out; the patch won't survive boiling, so avoid hot water and heavy-duty detergents.

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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)