Sweatshirts for men, women, and children

Hoodie, zip or crew neck: the selected sweats

The hoodie dominates the selection: the Nike Sportswear Club Fleece, made from cotton and brushed polyester on the inside, the Oakley and Project X Paris models for an urban style, and the Helly Hansen in cotton for chilly days. The adidas Z.N.E., which stands for Zero Negative Energy, was designed with athletes for concentration moments before competition. The half-zip Fred Perry, with a high collar, adds a more polished touch, while the Jack & Jones Corp Logo comes in larger sizes for broader builds. The adidas Essentials sweatshirt with three stripes remains the most classic crew neck.

The brands

The sweats are available by brand:

• adidas.
• Errea.
• Jack & Jones.
• Puma.
• Serge Blanco.

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Brushed fleece, loopback or knit: choosing the material

The warmth of a sweat depends on the reverse side of its fabric. The brushed fleece is brushed on the inside to create a soft fluff that traps air: it's the warmest, often around 300 grams per square metre. The loopback, or french terry, keeps small visible loops on the reverse; lighter, it breathes better in mid-season. The sweater, on the other hand, is knitted: its wool or cotton knit, like that of Lyle & Scott, a Scottish brand born in Hawick in 1874 and recognizable by its golden eagle, fits closer to the body and is suitable for smart outfits.

Size, large size and care of a sweat

You choose your usual size for a sweat worn alone, one size up to layer over another piece or achieve a looser effect. Broad builds, forward shoulders or developed busts, benefit from looking at large sizes, which are cut wider and longer instead of just being enlarged. For children, height in centimetres guides the choice. Care affects the lifespan: wash at 30 degrees inside out, with textiles of the same nature, to limit pilling; lay flat to dry for knitted sweaters, which would deform on a hanger, and never use a tumble dryer for fleece, which shrinks.

Good deals

Good deals can be found in promotions, clearance, sales, Black Friday. The new arrivals showcase the latest collections. The items shipped in 24h are prepared and dispatched within 24 hours. The highlight events of the year follow a stable order: the Black Friday at the end of autumn, the year-end holidays, the winter sales, the French Days in spring, followed by the summer sales and the back-to-school period.

Frequently asked questions

What sweat to wear to the stadium in winter?

A brushed fleece hoodie, loose enough to slip a thin layer underneath, protects against the cold and wind in the stands. The hood can be pulled up when it rains during the match.

What does Z.N.E. mean at adidas?

Zero Negative Energy: the line was developed with athletes who wanted a simple outfit to focus before competing. Its sweats are distinguished by a streamlined cut and an adjustable hood.

Sweat or sweater: what's the difference?

The sweat is cut from a thick jersey knit, often brushed, with a sporty style; the sweater is knitted, in wool or cotton, and is more commonly worn in smart attire. The first is easy to wash, while the second requires more care.

How to choose a sweat for a woman?

Women’s cuts, like those from Moss Copenhagen or Athlecia, are narrower at the shoulders and sometimes cropped at the waist. A supporter who prefers an oversized style can also choose a men’s model in her usual size.

What is a half-zip sweat?

It's a high-neck sweat that zips down to the middle of the bust. You can unzip it when you're warm, zip it up to protect your neck from the wind, and its collar gives it a smarter look than a hooded model.