Hoodie or sweatshirt? Compare the KAYF styles

Oversized Hoodie "Black Beauty" von KAYF

Looking for a relaxed top for cooler hours and deciding between a hoodie and a sweatshirt? At KAYF, both groups share key fabric details. The most visible difference is the hood.

What our styles have in common

KAYF oversized hoodies and oversized sweatshirts use 90% cotton and 10% polyester. The fabric weighs 460 g/m² and is brushed inside, creating the soft feel described in our product information.

460 g/m² refers to the fabric weight per square metre. The finished garment has a different total weight depending on its size, cut and details. Consider the photographs and measurements alongside this number to understand the top.

When might you choose a hoodie?

If you want a hood, explore our hoodies in Black Beauty, Bleached Sand and Forest Green. Each colour has its own product page; colour links let you move straight to the same style in another colour.

For a simple combination, try the Black Beauty hoodie with cargo trousers. Bleached Sand offers a lighter option. These are outfit ideas: what matters is the combination you enjoy wearing.

When might you choose a sweatshirt?

Our sweatshirts come without a hood, giving the neckline a simpler appearance and offering an option if you like wearing your top under a jacket. You will find these KAYF styles under their original “Sweater” product name in Black Beauty and Forest Green.

Here, that name describes a sweatshirt with a brushed inside. The product page gives the composition and fabric weight.

Compare sizing separately

Both groups have an oversized fit, but check the corresponding chart and model information for the specific product. The hoodie chart and sweatshirt chart give width, length and sleeve measurements from S to XXL.

Lay a top whose fit you like flat and compare the measurements. Our oversized sizing guide explains the process. If you are unsure, tell us the exact product and desired fit when asking for sizing help.

Your companion for the journey home

A quick catch-up can become a much longer day. With or without a hood, choose the piece you will still feel comfortable in later. You bring the story of the day; your KAYF comes along.

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