Anime hoodies have gone from niche to normal in Pakistan. Walk through any university campus in Lahore, Karachi or Islamabad in winter and you will spot a Straw Hat Jolly Roger or a Spider-Man logo. If you are buying your first anime hoodie, or your fifth, this guide covers what to look for.
Why anime hoodies are everywhere
Streaming made anime mainstream, and a hoodie is the easiest way to wear what you watch. Unlike a t-shirt, a hoodie gives a design a big canvas on the chest or back, and it works from November to February without a jacket on top.
Searches for anime hoodies in Pakistan have climbed steadily, and the most searched characters are no surprise: One Piece and Spider-Man lead the list.
One Piece hoodies
One Piece is the long-running favourite. The Straw Hat logo is instantly recognisable, so it works as a clean, minimal design, while Luffy prints are louder and more playful. If you want something you can wear to class or to a cafe without it looking like a costume, start with a logo hoodie in black or maroon.
Browse the full range in our One Piece hoodies collection.
Spider-Man hoodies
Spider-Man is technically a superhero, not anime, but fans shop for both together and so do we. A red logo hoodie is the classic pick. Spider-Girl designs make a good match if you are buying for two.
See every design in Spiderman hoodies.
What to check before you buy
Fabric weight
Fabric weight is measured in gsm (grams per square metre). Very light hoodies feel thin and lose shape after a few washes. Zello hoodies use a 240 gsm fleece made from 40% cotton and 60% polyester: warm enough for Pakistani winters, soft on the inside, and the polyester helps the print and the shape hold up wash after wash.
Fit
Most anime hoodies are worn oversized. Ours have a relaxed cut, so take your usual size for a relaxed fit or one size up if you want it baggy. Every design comes in S, M, L, XL and 2XL, and every size costs the same.
Details
Look for a lined hood and a front pouch pocket. Zello hoodies have a three-panel hood, which sits better around the face than a two-panel hood, and a kangaroo pocket for your phone.
How to wear an anime hoodie
- Keep the rest simple. Let the print do the talking with plain black or blue jeans, cargos or joggers.
- Match the colours. Pick trousers or sneakers that pick up one colour from the print.
- Layer it. In January, wear the hoodie under a denim or puffer jacket with the hood out.
Are these official?
No. Zello makes fan designs inspired by the series fans love. They are not official licensed merchandise, which is how we keep every hoodie at Rs. 3,750.
Ordering in Pakistan
Every hoodie is printed when you order it and you can pay cash on delivery anywhere in Pakistan. Not sure about your size? Check the hoodie size guide first, then browse all anime hoodies.