Madewell vs Aritzia: which hoodie to buy, and when
Both land in the mid tier: the Madewell MWL Brushed Pullover Hoodie at $78, the Aritzia Cozy Fleece Perfect Hoodie at $78. Here is how they stack up, head to head.
| Madewell | Aritzia | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $78 | $78 |
| Material | Cotton-blend MWL brushed fleece, ~9oz, soft interior. | Plush brushed cotton-blend fleece, ~9oz, soft interior. |
| Fit | Relaxed clean fit, true to size; tasteful drape. | Choice of oversized or fitted current cuts; true to size. |
| Quality | Solid mid-tier — soft, neatly finished, comfortable; mid-weight fleece. | Solid mid-tier — soft, cozy fabric and neat finishing; mid-weight fleece. |
| Best for | A tasteful, soft everyday hoodie and casual layering with denim. | A soft, cozy, on-trend everyday hoodie in current cuts. |
| Care | Cold wash and tumble low or hang dry to keep the soft hand and muted colour. | Cold wash inside-out and tumble low to keep the plush soft hand. |
Madewell and Aritzia both sit at $78 with 9oz brushed cotton-blend fleece and a soft interior. Madewell leans tasteful and relaxed with a drape built for denim layering; Aritzia leans plush and on-trend, with a choice of oversized or fitted current cuts. Same price, same weight, different styling.
- The case for Madewell
- tasteful relaxed drape, neat finishing, pairs with denim, soft brushed hand
- The case for Aritzia
- plush cozy fabric, oversized or fitted choice, on-trend current cuts
VerdictThe pick
At a matched $78 with the same fleece weight, this is a styling call. Choose Madewell if you want a clean, understated hoodie that layers well with jeans. Choose Aritzia if you want the plushest hand and a choice between oversized and fitted trend cuts. Both charge a little for the brand, but the comfort and finish hold up on each.
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