Wearable blanket hoodies are not the most sartorially savvy purchase you’ll ever make. There’s no denying that one. While a Max Mara wool coat, logo-adorned piece of Loewe knitwear or a pair of winter boots from Jimmy Choo are all guaranteed to elevate your style credentials, a blanket with sleeves will sadly not. That said, we’re on the cusp of a long, cold winter – one which, may we add, is also amidst a cost-of-living crisis – so warmth just might have to conquer all RN.
It would seem the rest of the nation agrees: our trusty sales data shows us that wearable blankets are already selling like hot cakes. As such, when we’re not out and about donning trend-led staples from the hottest autumn/winter 2023 collections, we’re quite clearly keen to be at home, wrapped up in a wearable blanket in front of Strictly. Underneath the best electric blanket. And a duvet. With a mug of hot chocolate to keep our hands toasty. Needs must.
Wearable blankets – also known as blankets with sleeves or blanket hoodies – are ideal for keeping you comfy and warm when energy prices are too high to contemplate. In short, they’re oversized, fluffy hoodies with giant kangaroo pockets and sleeves which you can wear while working from home or relaxing on a Saturday night. And even the most trusted of retailers are releasing them (John Lewis, we’re looking at you).
They make for great Christmas presents for loved ones to snuggle up in, too. Tempted?
Shop our edit of the best wearable blanket hoodies for adults down below from the likes of Oodie and Dunelm.
1. Best wearable blanket UK
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Why we love it: Oodie – an Australian brand that stocks OG blankets with sleeves, loungewear and women’s pyjama sets – are the brains behind the first-ever wearable blanket. They describe their designs to be a like a “jumper crossed with a blanket, crossed with a cloud” – and each Oodie boasts an ultra-soft flannel fleece exterior, sherpafleece interior and a giant pocket for hands (or snacks). They come in a plethora of colours and sizes for the whole family, but their original plain pink and grey designs have got the GLAMOUR stamp of approval. Look no further than here for the best hooded blankets galore.
2. Best wearable blankets for adults
Why we love it: Not quite as long as the Oodie but cosy all the same, M&S’ teddy fleece hooded blanket for adults is the perfect companion for cosy nights in. It has been made from a snuggly faux fur which feels soft to the touch, and it comes with a kangaroo pocket on the front which is the perfect size for fitting a hot water bottle. Incoming: that extra bit of warmth.
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3. Best blanket hoodies with front pocket
Why we love it: Even British high street hero John Lewis has got in on the wearable blanket action with their Hi-Pile oversized lounge hoodie. It’s longer than the M&S design which serves up more coverage and warmth, and it’s available in two colours: oatmeal and grey. Now all you need is a cosy pair of slippers.