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Browse all Norse Projects sweatshirts →Thorsmork Relaxed Pile Loopback Sweatshirt
The verdict
Fit
Relaxed fit through chest and body, typical of Norse Projects' unstructured silhouettes. Loopback fabric is naturally forgiving; size true for an oversized drop.
Quality
Norse Projects' loopback pieces are durably constructed with even pile. Expect seams to hold and the fabric to retain shape across seasons of wear.
Is the price fair?
At $227, this is at the premium mid-tier for a branded sweatshirt. The price is fair for Scandi minimalism and consistent production, though not discounted for fabric complexity.
Best for
Shoppers who value quiet Scandinavian design and prefer loopback texture to standard fleece.
Care
Loopback can pill lightly with friction; wash inside-out and tumble low to preserve the pile.
What owners report about Norse Projects sweatshirts
Norse Projects' sweatshirt range centers on the Vagn crew and hoodie, cut in a regular fit from heavy loopback organic cotton fleece that retailer write-ups measure at 425 gsm. Reviewers describe the fabric as notably heavy and the construction as clean and minimal. The recurring owner complaint on Trustpilot is shrinkage: multiple reviewers report Vagn sweatshirts losing significant length after low-temperature machine washes, to the point of becoming unwearable, and question whether the fabric justifies the price.
- Strengths
- Reviewers consistently point to the heavy loopback organic cotton fleece and clean, minimal construction as the range's draw.
- Watch out for
- Shrinkage after machine washing is the recurring complaint — several Trustpilot owners report Vagn sweatshirts shrinking noticeably in length even at 30-degree washes.
- Sizing
- Retailer write-ups describe a regular fit, but given repeated owner reports of post-wash length loss, follow the care label strictly (cold wash, flat dry) rather than assuming the garment will hold its dimensions.
About Norse Projects's sweatshirts line as a whole. Sources: Norse Projects - The Essential Vagn Collection – URBAN EXCESS · Norse Projects Reviews | Read Customer Service Reviews of www.norseprojects.com · Wellgosh Wears | Norse Projects AW22 Collection - Wellgosh Blog