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vowels Black Faded Collegiate Hoodie

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The vowels Black Faded Collegiate Hoodie channels that low-key, downtown attitude with a distinctly lived-in finish. Rendered in garment-dyed cotton French terry, the washed-out black and hand-distressed edges speak to late-night skate sessions and vintage varsity nostalgia, balanced by crisp collegiate logo graphics front and center. Toss it on and you immediately catch the substantial yet broken-in softness—no break-in period, just straight-to-favorite status. Ribbed cuffs and hem give it subtle structure, while the dropped shoulders hit all the right notes for a quietly oversized look that reads effortless, not sloppy.

This hoodie leans into comfort with its roomy kangaroo pocket and a relaxed cut that works easily over tanks, tees, or even layered under a coat. The drawstring hood frames the face on off-duty days and the slouchy silhouette gives plenty of ease for movement without losing its shape. Signature touches—a tonal logo embroidery at the cuff and varsity print at the chest—stand out against the muted black, grounding the look in brand identity while keeping it street-smart. It transitions from coffee dates to late-night hangs, playing well with everything from tailored trousers to slouchy denim.

Vowels taps into that current, elevated streetwear vocabulary: a nod to the borrowed-from-the-boys classic, reworked with distressed trims and a focus on tactile quality. The faded finish and collegiate branding slot this hoodie right into the ongoing revival of ’90s-athlete style, a staple that layers up or down without ever feeling overproduced.

Materials / Fabrication

  • Garment-dyed cotton French terry
  • Distressing at hood, cuffs, and hem
  • Drawstring at hood
  • Logo and logo graphic printed at front
  • Kangaroo pocket
  • Rib-knit hem and cuffs
  • Dropped shoulders
  • Logo graphic embroidered at cuff
  • Supplier color: Black

Recommended Care

  • Machine wash inside out in cold water to preserve color and graphic prints.
  • Use mild detergent; avoid bleach.
  • Tumble dry low or lay flat to dry for best results.
  • Cool iron on reverse if needed, avoiding printed and embroidered areas.
  • For distressed details, wash with similar colors to prevent fraying.

About Vowels

Vowels is a contemporary fashion label that blends Tokyo's refined aesthetics with New York's urban edge to offer "grown-up" streetwear essentials. Established in 2024, the brand is the brainchild of creative director Yuki Yagi, who brings a wealth of experience from his tenure at leading streetwear labels. Guided by the Japanese philosophy of Shu Ha Ri, which emphasizes mastering fundamentals before innovating, Vowels crafts elevated daily essentials using premium Japanese fabrics. Their collection features timeless pieces such as bomber jackets reimagined as knit cardigans and boxy tees cut from twill-like jersey, all designed to be genderless and versatile.