Everlane Felted Merino Hoodie Review: An Elevated Basic

If you want something that’s as comfortable as a basic hoodie, but more elevated in appearance, then the Everlane Felted Merino Hoodie might be what you’re looking for. These hoodies are made of 100% merino wool and are super soft to the touch.

Before we start, you can learn more about the brand in my comprehensive Everlane review.

Everlane Felted Merino Hoodie Review

Everlane Felted Merino Hoodie Details — The Felted Merino Hoodie is now $128. Thanks inflation.

This hoodie is basically a woolen, knit sweater with a hood. The yarns were washed and boiled to create a softer, denser fabric that doesn’t scratch like some types of wool. The fabric looks and feels like cashmere.

It’s a classic hoodie design with drawstrings that you can use to scrunch the hood. There’s also a large pouch pocket with on the front for your hands or small EDC items. Also notice the ribbed cuffs and waistband details that add some texture to this otherwise minimalist hoodie design.

I picked the heather grey color which is always a classic, much like the grey sweatshirt. In addition, there are 4 other neutral colors to choose from including navy, charcoal, kambaba and golden palm.

Everlane Felted Merino Hoodie: How Does It Feel & Fit?

Everlane Felted Merino Hoodie Outfit — **OUTFIT DETAILS** — Everlane Grey Hoodie | Everlane Slim Fit Performance Jean | Oliver Cabell Low 1 Slate Sneaker

Everlane’s Felted Merino Hoodie might not be as durable as their Track Hoodie, but it’s certainly a step above in terms of dressiness. It looks great paired with slim dark wash denim and grey sneakers for example.

Furthermore, I’d say that you could even layer this hoodie underneath a suit jacket (see below) for a smart yet sporty vibe, something that wouldn’t work quite as well with a regular cotton hoodie, IMO.

It’s not the thickest fabric, in fact it’s quite thin for wool, but since it’s merino wool, it contains properties that can help to keep you warmer when it’s cool and cooler when it’s warm.

Felted Merino Hoodie Details

My Size: XS

100% merino wool, available in 5 versatile colors.

Comes in sizes XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL.

Factory Made In

Everlane Dongguan Knitwears Factory — Dongguan Leroy Far East Knitwears, Ltd. | Credit Everlane.

Employees: 800

Established: 2000

Made in Dongguan, China at the Dongguan Leroy Far East Knitwears, Ltd factory that was established in 2000. This Southern China factory produces cashmere garments used by top brands in the fashion industry.

How Much Does It Really Cost?

Materials: $18.13
Hardware: $1.80
Labor: $14.55
Duties: $5.52
Transport: $.52

True Cost = $40.52

Everlane sells the felted merino hoodie for $128, while traditional retail goes for $195.

Everlane Felted Merino Hoodie

Before You Leave

Check out some of the other Everlane products I’ve reviewed.

Check out the Everlane Choose What You Pay program that offers many popular styles at steeply discounted prices.

And speaking of hoodies, here’s a resource on how to wear the ever versatile black hoodies.

A note: Everlane sent me the hoodie in this review. These are all my thoughts and opinions based on my experience. Gentleman Within holds all control over editorial content.