American Giant Hoodie Dress Review
A few months ago when American Giant was running their Christmas flash sales, they offered to send me an item for review purposes.
I asked for their hoodie dress, but it didn't arrive in time for the flash sale. Better late than never, though, so I'm gonna tell you about it today!
An American Giant refresher
American Giant is a privately-owned company that makes 100% American-made clothing. From fabric-making to garment construction, it all happens here in the U.S.
Since everything is done here in the U.S., and the workers are paid a fair wage, American Giant clothes are not cheap.
However, their clothes are really well-made, and if you'd like to avoid fast fashion while also supporting an American company, you might decide it's worth it to splurge.
Obviously, no clothing lasts forever! But American Giant items will definitely outlast your usual fast fashion items, which means they may end up being cheaper (or at least equally as affordable) in the long run.
The hoodie dress
I've looked at this hoodie dress in American Giant ads over the years, and I've always felt like it looks a little funny to wear it bare-legged (which is how all the AG models wear it!)
So I've never really wanted to buy one. But then I looked at the customer photos and saw that real people usually wear this with leggings, and then I said, "Hmmmm, ok, that sounds intriguing."
They sent me one in a green color (Moss, to be specific), and I really, really like it!
You've seen it here and there in my photos over the last few months.
Like here.
And here.
and here.
I wear it with a pair of black leggings and it's super comfy and warm.
Also, it's very effortless dressing; you look like you put a little effort in, but really you are just wearing a big hoodie.
PERFECT.
It's stretchy enough to not be constricting at all.
I like that the fit is not too tight, but also that it's cut with enough curves to avoid that shapeless look.
The cuffs are super stretchy, and they stay up when I push my sleeves up (like for hand-washing or cooking).
Yep. It's expensive.
The AG hoodie dress is $140 when it's full-price.
And yes, that IS lot of money for an item of clothing.
But, it is super well-made; I'd rather buy one item that will last vs. five items that won't.
And if you want to support fair wages and American manufacturing/farming, it's a solidly ethical purchase.
Also, I will point out that we as a culture have a weird aversion to paying a high price for a consumer good, like a $140 dress (which will presumably last for many years.)
But I would venture to guess that almost all of us have spent $140 on unnecessary takeout/fast food/coffee in a single year.
I am not immune to this myself! I will find myself thinking, "Hmm, $30 is too much for a well-made paring knife that will last me for two decades." but then blithely drop $30 on takeout pho.
And lastly, we have a very skewed idea of what is a fair price for a piece of clothing; fast fashion is artificially cheap and has really given us an odd perspective on how much a piece of clothing should be valued at.
So, if you really want this dress, you could make peace with the price.
But if you'd like to snag one for less, here are a few ideas:
(Edit! I just realized I have a 20% off link that I can share. Click here for 20% off your first American Giant Order.)
Look on eBay, ThredUp, or Poshmark
I did a quick search on eBay and found several AG hoodie dresses for sale, one for as low as $42.99 (unfortunately, it was size extra small, or I'd probably have bought it on the spot. Ha.)
This would take a little persistence if you want a particular color, but the potential savings are tremendous.
Check American Giant's Last Chance section
American Giant always has quite a bit of stuff in their Last Chance category (basically like a clearance), and since they clear stuff out off-season, it's possible that some of their hoodie dresses will show up there in the springtime.
I've checked intermittently in the last few months, and I've never seen the hoodie dress there, but if I do, I'll let you know!
Sign up for AG emails, and watch for a sale
American Giant doesn't run a lot of sales, but I will tell you that in December 2022, they had a flash sale and the hoodie dress was $100 instead of $140. Sooo, maybe it'll happen again at some point!
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Now I want to know:
Would you wear this dress with bare legs?
I'm trying to imagine a weather scenario where I'd want a hefty hoodie situation up top, but nothing on my legs. Give me your opinion!
P.S. I know American Giant doesn't offer plus sizes at this point (women's sizes go up to XL and that's it.) I really don't know why, but I hope they will expand their sizing at some point in the future!
P.P.S. The bare legs + hoodie look is reminding me of some of those super weird sweaters in my ThredUp goody box.
I’d wear it with leggings. After living in Oklahoma with big wind I only wore full length dresses without leggings, even in summer.
I don't have it in my budget for such things unless I find super great sales or an item like that at a thrift store, BUT I do 100% agree that you get what you pay for in most instances, and it makes sense to get the quality that you want to begin with. I used to be an Old Navy shopper, and I still have lots of reasonably-made ON things in my closet. The models always always had bare legs with super short dresses that were little more than tunics. Even tho I am 5'3" I wear all of mine with capri leggings and either flip flops or Converse and am quite comfy!
I think the bare legs thing can make sense when it's a tank dress! I do that all the time in the summer.
I just think my legs would freeze in the winter!
I feel the same way about short sleeve sweaters. If it's cold enough to need a sweater, I probably won't want short sleeves!
@Natalie J, I sometimes watch fashion vlogs and I feel the same way about blazers with shorts. They might make an attractive outfit but I don't understand needing a jacket on a shorts day.
Several years ago you recommend Overdressed by Elizabeth Cline and it has had a huge impact on how I shop for and think about clothing. Thanks for continuing to spread the message of ethical clothing consumption!
@Emily, my library has The Conscious Closet by Elizabeth Cline so I put it on hold. Thanks!
@Elaine N, "Overdressed" was so eye-opening, and now I have put "The Conscious Closet" on hold at my library, thanks to your mention. (Never heard of that one before now.)
@Emily, ditto, loved that book. So eye opening and life changing. I am a completely different shopper.
I bought my husband an American Giant zip hoodie for Christmas two years ago. I really liked the fact that it was made in The USA with fair wages and North Carolina-grown cotton. My husband loves the fit and the spruce green color. It seemed very well constructed. I was hopeful that it would be an investment piece which would last a decade. However, after two years, the color has faded rather non-uniformly (even with infrequent washing in cold water) and the cuffs are surprisingly fraying significantly. Kinda disappointed, but it was a good experiment.
@Margery, I bet American Giant would replace it. . . don't know, just guessing, because I have listened to interviews with the founder of the company and am very impressed by the integrity.
I'm so bummed that they do not have inclusive sizing. I would love a high quality hoodie dress.
I've noticed that green hoodie dress in your pictures and have loved it on you! It looks awesome! And yes, I would definitely wear leggings with it.
It looks great on you, but I wouldn't wear this at all, with leggings or without. I dislike hoodies, and I can tell that the way that dress hugs your much slimmer figure that it would not work for my shape.
Wearing it with nothing on your legs does seem weird. Like those puzzling short-sleeved sweaters. So impractical.
@kristin @ going country, what do you think about sleeveless turtlenecks? I have always looked at those as Why Bothers.
@Central Calif. Artist, In black, they look super sexy. In fact that was my go to date look in the 80s.
@Rose, you are the first person I've ever "met" who likes them! As a tall woman, I bet you look great in any style.
@kristin @ going country, I love hoodies, but I'm the same--the fit would not be kind to my shape at all.
I avoid showing my legs unless it’s the absolute armpit of summer—I have hardy peasant calves vs. shapely gams—so that would define a legging jeans situation for me! I can’t wear a hoodie with such a high neck, but my little sister lives in hoodies, so I’ll keep an eye out when thrifting for her sake. Thank you for the thoughtful review! That moss green is a great color for you.
@N, definitely, not define. Darn it autocorrect, I typed what I meant!
@N, yeah, I typed what I meant!
Well, I don't like hoodies, I don't like dresses, and I generally wear a size 1X or 2X--so I'm afraid that this particular garment is a "three strikes and you're out" case for me. But, as always, I applaud your efforts to promote thoughtful/ethical shopping in general and clothes shopping in particular.
On the plus size subject, my cousin worked for a clothing manufacturer for years and told me that plus size clothes cost more because there is more waste after cutting them then standard size clothing. I wonder if the price would be too large to withstand. For example at pricing plus size 20% more. A $140 hoodie dress would be $168 and have more waste in the end.
@Amy, That's an interesting point!
I wish they would realize that their business model is flawed and losing them millions of dollars in sales, both for the fabric manufacturer and the clothing maker, (though I expect their equipment is historically designed for the smaller widths of fabric).
@Heidi Louise, A lot of people say it's an excuse, because fabric is cut by the yard, so if it's anything it's thin people who cause wastage.
@Rose, Oh, I agree it is an excuse. However, for literally decades, they have been locked into telling larger sizes they are un-dressable people and must own only a few unfashionable outfits, so why change their marketing and production strategies now?
Kristen, question about this brand. Do you dry your shirts and this dress in the dryer? Or air dry? Did they shrink a bit? I can wear a large in most everything unless it has been dried and shrunk and some brands really shrink! (I'm looking at you, Old Navy). Thanks!
I do throw my shirts in the dryer, and same with my hoodies.
I have line-dried this dress so far although hmm, I don't even know why!
To me (and very possibly my height, even though I have lost height as a senior but my legs are still long), it is a tunic that I would wear over my leggings or jeans or as a bathing suit coverup. I do like it. Also, reflecting on the price. We have become so used to the 6-week fashion change of inexpensive clothing that may only look good through one season of laundering, which ends up in the trash soon. It goes out of style quickly.
I don't shop for clothing often. My skirts go back to before my retirement almost 10 years ago. In fact, my LBD (little black dress), I bought the year I retired because I went to a wedding then. I think my jeans, which I got for free, go back to then. My beaded jacket, quilted jacket, funky bell jacket all came from my "personal shopper"--my sister-in-law works at a charity thrift store, and many times she finds cute, interesting styles that were in boutique stores. I have worn these clothes for years too.
So, yes. Buying quality is smart. Buying "fashion" is not.
@JEG, I was absolutely horrified when I went to the doctor last week and suddenly I am 2 inches shorter than I was all my life. I have always loved, loved, loved being over 6 feet tall and do not like being 5'11". I have not been worried about wrinkles, grey hair, a neck like a turkey, but the height thing did me in. Do the insults of old age never end??
@Lindsey, I guess the insults of old age end when old age ends. That is, at The End.
I would wear it if it came without a hood. All that fabric around my neck annoys me and I never wear hoods. And I'm six feet tall, so a short dress like that often ends up looking obscene on me unless I wear leggings.
It looks cute on you, and I like the green.
I wear a hoodie almost every day in the winter! lol
If they had inclusive sizing I would wear it with leggings. I would also consider wearing it with opaque tights depending on how much of my "assets" are covered, as my personal choice is to dress more modestly. Would also be nice to see a version with a turtleneck or cowl neck for those of us who'd rather not have a hood on it, but want some extra warmth at the neckline.
I know they used to have a moto zip version; I saw one on ebay, right here.
@Kristen, Oooo! If only they had inclusive sizing and the style was available I would definitely wear that!
@AnnieH, you are the second commenter using "inclusive sizing". What does that mean? . . . so many body shapes, but sizes are always standardized. Sigh. I would be committing a visual assault in that hoodie dress.
@Central Calif. Artist, Plus sizes. Including everyone. Though not usually people who wear 4x, I guess.
@Rose, thanks! I wonder if "inclusive" includes those miniature people who wear sizes with zeros. I think useful sizing would be classified as "apple", "pear", and "lucky chicks" (perfectly balanced).
@Central Calif. Artist, I like your sizing terms.
@Central Calif. Artist, Inclusive sizing means everyone, from zero on upwards through 2x, 3x, 4x, etc... Also, the type of sizing matters too. Juniors are cut for very slim figures with minimal curves, Misses are for average curves, and Women's are for fuller figures. (Add in Petites and Talls and it's enough to make me just buy a burlap sack and be done with it all!!) Sizing is supposed to be standardized, but in my experience clothing made for females is very different from one designer/manufacturer from another. Men's sizing seems to be more consistent, even with the recent addition of Mens' Big and Tall.
I think I'd vote for your idea, cut through all the nonsense.
To me, I would call that a long tunic, not a dress. Maybe they should market it a little differently, and definitely put the models in leggings! It's cute on you with the leggings!
Have you ever considered doing something like the 100 day dress challenge from Wool& (wooland.com)? You buy a dress and wear it for 100 days (documenting every day) and then you get a $100 store credit. Their dresses are cute, and I've though about doing it but I have a hard time wearing wool because of sensitive skin, so I think that the dress would probably be too itchy for me even though they say it's soft. I would be HERE FOR IT if you do the challenge! 😀
I'd never heard of that challenge, but I went and read about it just now. 100 days is a big commitment! I wonder if people get super bored. I'm also wondering, what about days when you need to work in the yard or something like that? Or paint?
@Kristen, I know someone who did that. She wore all sorts of different scarves, jackets, shawls, sweaters, and leggings. She doesn't do much outdoor stuff but I think would cover it with some big apron thing or coveralls or giant shirt.
Good quality, well made wool isn't scratchy and I say this as someone with a lot of sensory issues. (No tags, I hate bras with hooks, etc etc)
@Rose, Tags are the first thing I remove when I buy something. When I was a kid, I used to turn my clothes inside out whenever I could because of the stupid tags. My father thought I did it for attention but it was torture to feel those tags for even a minute. I am so happy that now those sorts of sensory issues are recognized and (mostly) accommodated for kids.
@Tammy, @Kristen, I have purchased several (three and counting). dresses from Wool&. At first I was all gung ho about the 'challenge' and then realized that it was an "Ideal Ecoteri" idea. "Real Ecoteri" can't be bothered to take a photo every day. I can share, however, that the dress I purchased has been worn for well over 200 days - probably 300? and the next dress I purchased is heading to over 150. I would guess. I wear them EVERY DAY - with tights in the winter, bare legged spring and fall. They are a heavier weight so in summer I switch to other dresses, however I have just purchased a lighter weight one to take travelling, so we will see this summer. The dresses have pockets (not quite deep enough to not drop my phone out when I sit in the car, though) and no tags (bonus), and are not itchy at all. I imagine my friends might be a bit bored with my uniform as I don't usually bother to dress up - but a necklace and scarf or jacket or both, and fancy boots, and I am dressed for fancy if I wish.
I also wear jeans and teeshirts, and if I am exercising I might change clothes three or more times (dress, farm clothes, workout clothes, rinse, repeat) - and the Wool& colours are sometimes just plain weird, but I am pleased with them. Expensive in Canadian Dollars and then they usually get dinged at the border for duty and taxes, but no regrets - they owe me nothing I have worn them so much
@Kristen, you don't need to wear all day - some folk put on aprons, of course. some have worn as nightgowns on days when other clothing was necessary... and Bored is only a concept, lots of the gals do all kinds of accessorizing. Use the dress as the blank page and go to town... It is a big commitment, but as I mention elsewhere, I found it was more the picture taking part! So I didn't yet do 100 days and photos to get my $100 discount, however I still could...
No I would not wear that dress without leggings, But then again, I'm big in the bottom and would not wear it at all. But I loved the link to the ThredUp box and it was enjoyable to go back to that. LOL
Those clothes were VERY entertaining. Ha.
@Maureen, yeppers, me too. I would definitely be committing visual assault in a dress that fitted and shaped like that.
Wear it with ankle boots and tights!
@Kristen, Can you please add a link for the dress? Thanks! 🙂
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I overheat VERY easily. So I love my sweaters to have cut outs or the hooded vest. It helps me feel fashionable while not puking from heat sickness. I think it's intriguing how people in California wear sweaters in all weather, even over 80 degrees in summer so I see that being where the sweaters with holes go as well as bare leg hoodies. My coworkers said you know it's cold when even I am wearing pants!
Well, this is a California-based company, so perhaps that explains it!
@JJ, California is huge, with many climates. I live half-way between San Francisco and Los Angeles, in the largest agricultural county in the state. We definitely wear sweaters in the winter, but you'll never see us in sweaters over 80 degrees, because we ARE sweaters in the summer. Mark Twain once remarked that the coldest winter he ever endured was summer in San Francisco. Then you have those office workers who sit near A/C vents and require sweaters in the summer at work.
@Central Calif. Artist, Mark Twain was right! I freeze whenever I'm in San Francisco, no matter the time of year.
Love that style! You could pair it with bike shorts to avoid the totally bare legged look.
What size did you get compared to you usual hoodie size? I wear a hoodie almost every day in cild weather, which in WI is at least 6 to 8 months!
Well, this is perfect timing because I was thinking it was time to review my purchases from AG recently!
First, though, hoods annoy me, so I dismissed that dress right away when I saw it on the AG site, although I actually like the way it looks. Like you, Kristen, I thought the bare legs looked strange - if it's cool enough for a sweatshirt fabric hoodie dress, it's too cool for bare legs, in my opinion, which brings on...
A silly pet peeve of mine and no offense to anyone intended, but:
It bugs me to see women wearing a jacket or cardigan over a thick knitted or woolen/wool blend above-the-knee dress/skirt with suede or leather ankle boots and - bare legs. This makes no sense to me. Is it cold or not? My other problem, related to my age for sure, is that I'm old enough to remember that Phyllis Diller wore ankle boots with above-the-knee dresses and bare legs to be funny. Having said that, if my mother were alive, she could fill you in on some fashions that I wore as a teen that made her laugh, so I'm not holding myself up to be the fashion expert.
JD, get to the review!
Everything I ordered, in my usual size, fit very well, with the exception of the sleeves of the long-sleeved top being a little long (I'm 5'2"). The cuffs are easy to turn back, though, so I just flipped them back one turn and it looks quite nice. The fabric is comfortable and soft but not skimpy. I ordered a long-sleeved shirt, short-sleeved shirt and some shorts that also fit well and hit me at a modest thigh length without being down to my knees. The only problem I had was that I also ordered a sleeveless tank and the armholes are enormous, open about halfway down the shirt, big enough to expose my underwear just standing still. The other shirts' armholes are normal-sized. This was clearance, so I can't return it. I thought about trying to sew up the armholes, but they have bound edges and it would be more trouble than it's worth. I really wanted it for hanging around the house on summer weekends. I'll wear a light tank or something under it.
There you have it!
@JD, I refuse to wear tights or pantyhose (shudder) ever again, so my legs are always bare with a skirt. As if somehow panyhose adds any warmth to legs?
Also, and this seems to be lost on a lot of commenters, a lot of women dress for reasons other than weather/coldness. Shorts with a blazer? Why not? People wear blazers with skirts that are no longer than shorts. Short sleeved sweaters? I love them because I don't like sleeves. Sleeveless turtlenecks? Yes please.
I think for me I have a hard time paying much for clothes because it seems even when I do pay more for an item from a company that is supposed to be higher quality, it still doesn't last very long. I am hesitant to take the risk. I do not buy trendy clothing overall though and try to wear the items until they wear out. I keep telling myself I will buy some better quality clothes when I get my body back closer to my pre-baby state. I'm almost a year out from my last baby.
I love that color! I don't think I would wear that without leggings. For one thing, if it's cold enough to wear a sweatshirt, it's cold enough to cover my legs.
I've always been into sewing, crafting, and DIY but I recently got into making actual everyday clothing, and now I completely understand why well-made clothing is expensive - good fabric is expensive! I've made myself a bunch of basic tank tops, and it takes about a yard of fabric, although I usually have enough leftover to make my 4-year-old a matching tank top, or I can repurpose the scraps for something else.
While you can find fabric for under $10/yard, good quality fabric is typically closer to $20/yard, and organic, American made fabric is more likely to be $20-$30/yard. And I'm not using expensive industrial machines, paying for my time plus extras (insurance etc), or even taking into account the thread.
So I'm not saving myself any money by seeing my own clothes, but they are so much higher quality than what I get from a big box store, they fit me just right, and I can use whatever colors and patterns I want. And I expect them to last a long time!
@Candace, I would LOVE to see a Meet a Reader interview by you with photos of the clothing you have made. I used to sew but have gotten very lazy now that clothes are so inexpensive. Seeing your projects would be inspirational.
@Candace, Try calling Mood Fabrics in NYC or Banksville Designer Fabrics* in CT. They're my go tos and they offer super high quality fabric at a discount. They often buy what's left over from a designer, for example.
*Where I bought fabric for my wedding dress, which I made myself, in 1989
@Rose, you made your own wedding dress? That is fantastical! We need you to do another Meet-A-Reader so we can see it! (and @Candace too. . .)
@Candace, I am another one who would love to meet you through a Meet a Reader interview, with shots of the stuff you have made.
@Central Calif. Artist, Past Patterns still has the pattern. 1930 wedding gown. I made the slip out of all-silk slipper satin and the overdress out of silk organza.
Basically I wanted my dress to look like the dress the mother got in Little Rascals, the episode Birthday Blues in 1932. What, isn't that how everyone picks a wedding dress?
@Rose, Past Patterns is fascinating. Thank you!
@Elaine N, it's funny, I don't think I'm actually that frugal, although I budget very carefully and account for every penny.
I haven't had a ton of time to sew lately, so all I've made is a few things for my daughter and leggings and tanks tops for me (although I just ordered zippers to make myself a cozy zip-up hoodie and they're arriving today!!!)
It's funny that for my favorite pair of lighter weight leggings, I bought some super sale fabric that I thought looked really ugly but figured it would be good to practice with to get the fit right, and now I wear them all the time!
I now have a huge stash of fabric waiting to be made into clothes, half of it from super cheap sales, and most of the rest is from an amazing shop that only uses athletic fabric made from recycled plastic bottles. It's NOT cheap, since it's custom made, but it's extremely high quality. About half is milled in the US, and half in China, but the owner sources as much as she can from the US, and the fabrics are so delightful. I've been too scared to use it since the fabric is so expensive and only available when the shop owner coordinates a shipment from her suppliers (so if I mess up, I can't just buy more). But maybe once I get some of that fabric turned into clothes I'll see if I can make a meet the reader happen!
This is probably the first time in my life that I've been asked for fashion advice -- thanks Kristen! I don't wear anything above the knees without leggings at this time of life and I avoid hoods except on outer garments so this is not for me. But you make it look great. Thanks for letting me live vicariously in the American Giant world.
I love those! I bought mine from Eddie Bauer, 1/2 the price of AG, more if you're lucky. Mine don't have hoodies though, super comfy and keeps you nice and warm.
I agree with buying the best quality/value item when you have it in your budget. I have some very classic suits, jackets and pants in great fabrics that I've had for years from Talbots, for example (many bought on sale or with a big discount promo).
Because these were key pieces in my work wardrobe, I could justify the cost even if they only lasted a year or two (but they have lasted style wise and holding up for much much longer, some over 10 years. Classics are classics for a reason.) because of how frequently they were worn.
I would NEVER pay $140 for what is in essence a cotton tunic. Why? Because it is just not something I'd get that much use out of. It's clear you have already gotten a lot of use and wear from this tunic length top (it's not a dress in my book at all. Not when it is inches above your knees. It doesn't even fit like a mini dress.) So it represents good value for you.
I find it interesting that the company offers no plus sizes. Given the size of the average American woman, it's clear they are choosing not to pursue a substantial market. Perhaps, they, like other companies, think that plus size women don't spend on their clothes (That still holds for many companies. It's not a bias against size but an assumption about pocketbooks.) Several successful high end companies specializing in larger sizes have shown the error of not seeking to serve that marketplace.
Value in anything is always relative. You make an excellent point about what else we would spend money on that adds up to more than the cost of say the hoodie dress.
Aside from how well something fits and how we look in it, there is the value that comes from how we feel when we wear it. Example: I bought a cashmere cardigan on sale (classic style, black) a few years ago. I have worn this so many times and every time I feel so comfy and comfortable. I just enjoy putting it on. Over the years, I've had quite a few pieces of clothing that I so enjoyed wearing that the value exceeded the cost/use/longevity ratio.
Long before Marie Kondo and the "Does it give you joy?" question, I asked that before making a purchase. If I didn't have the desire to get home and just wear it ASAP (as appropriate), I would bypass the item. No anticipation, no sale.
Thanks for sharing your experiences with the various items you have purchased. It's very useful. And relevant.
@Irena, "Perhaps, they, like other companies, think that plus size women don’t spend on their clothes (That still holds for many companies. It’s not a bias against size but an assumption about pocketbooks.) "
Plus sized women of my older age who grew up and lived away from huge cities and spent most of our lives without online shopping-- we have been trained to not spend on clothes, because nothing was available. During the decades when I wanted flattering, fashionable, colorful, tasteful, professional, fitted, quality clothing, the malls were full of clothing directed at teens, anchor stores who catered to my grandmother's generation, clothing made of rayon (horrors!) or stretchy unstructured knits (before spandex), and one or very expensive (though quality) stores. Shopping was exhausting.
That aside, (because I'm sounding cross and don't mean to), I think Kristen's hoodie dress is charming. And I understand exactly what you mean about the black cashmere sweater being valuable because of how you feel when you wear it.
As this is a review, does it mean someone from American Giant will be reading our comments? Hope so!
I like how you explained the ethical practices of this company. It really does make a difference, and while I'm not perfect about considering that for all of my purchases, I'm trying to start.
As a fashion influencer, I would wear this without leggings. In fact, I would love it with my taller boots. And/or a pair of fun tights (maybe bright pink). I would also try it with sneakers like they've shown because you never know until you try it. I think it depends on where you live too.
Thanks for always being so truthful and honest!!
XOOX
Jodie
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Oh, that's true, tall boots might balance out the look a bit!
I just saw that there is a retail outlet for American Giant near my house. I'm very averse to shopping in person (just don't enjoy it), so I have no idea how long it's been there. I was very tempted to go in, based on your posts.
I'd never wear it bare legged. If it's cool enough that you can comfortably wear a hoodie on top, your legs will be cold! The leggings are a good a option.
Lurker here, but had to comment on American Giant and Wool&. I own numerous items of both brands and love them all. They are pricey, yes, but long-lasting. I have had a few pairs of AG Ponte pants that I’ve worn on repeat for several years, & they still look good. I waited for sales to buy some sweatshirts, so a little more reasonable. All have held up well. My Wool& collection is extensive. Some purchased directly, full price or on sale, & some second market, all quality. Wool & has challenges of varying lengths but I’ve never done one. I’m not creative enough to wear the same thing for even 7 days, let alone 30 or 100!
I would absolutely wear this with no leggings in the spring. I live in a cold climate and just started wearing dresses without tights/leggings (I find that anything over 40 degrees this is fine) I still wear my boundstone boots (I like my feet to be warm and there’s still ice and mud everywhere) but there is something very refreshing about having cool air on my legs. Note: I still wear this set up with a jacket and I wear biker shirts underneath for modesty (so I can sit down with my young kiddos and not worry 🙂
leggings, not bare legs, get my vote. Without leggings it looks like someone forgot to put on pants. Just odd.
No nare legs but with a nice pair of thick tights it would be "dressier"
@Shelly, bare legs i meant
Weird about cost is right. Here in the uk energy costs have doubled so I am sitting in a old house to keep my energy below £10/day but I went out for coffee and spent £5 !
Just a reminder: put 1 cup salt in your washer and colors are preserved longer.
There’s some American giant dresses on Poshmark and Mercari. I haven’t seen the hoodie one yet…. But they’re significantly discounted for second hand and in what appears to be good condition 🙂
Also, that lipstick color (pink shirt) and the green hoodie are TOTALLY your colors!! You look wonderful!
I never heard of this brand before, so thank you! I am trying to buy fast fashion as little as possible. I have mostly been buying used, but there are times when I cannot find what I need. I am glad to learn of an ethical clothing company
Leggings! Always leggings ☺️
I tried AG years ago and the stuff barely fit at what I consider close enough to my ideal weight; I was a medium in shirts in most brands but liked large or extra large for things like hoodies. I have curves and slightly wider shoulders than average. Now, I have gained some weight and can’t fit into anything they make for women. Not only do they not sell plus sizes, their sizes are skewed small when compared to most other brands. While they seem like a great company with great quality, I find it difficult to not want to boycott them just for their obvious size bias. I could get something from the men’s line but why? They must not want my money because I don’t fit their ideal body type.
And yes, the hoodie dress looks great with leggings and I’d do it too if they had any I could wear and still be comfortable and look decent (sizes too small).
Just scored either faded black or steel grey one at my local goodwill...for $3!!! Seems to be an older model, the drawstring is capped w clear plastic ends rather than full metal Lululemon style caps and the packet trim is ribbed (in current AG model it has smooth trim). One pocket edge seems stretched out and therefore gaps. I assume it drove the owner crazy as I find it super annoying and creates an odd fit so she no longer wore...can't say I'd donate it but I'm not finding it that great. For $3 it's fantastic but I would be very annoyed had I paid anything in "normal" range..and irate at full price!