{"id":71225,"date":"2023-12-19T18:28:03","date_gmt":"2023-12-19T18:28:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/geels.net\/?p=71225"},"modified":"2023-12-19T18:28:03","modified_gmt":"2023-12-19T18:28:03","slug":"13-best-hooded-blankets-2023-tried-and-tested-for-staying-warm-this-winter-the-sun","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/geels.net\/beauty\/13-best-hooded-blankets-2023-tried-and-tested-for-staying-warm-this-winter-the-sun\/","title":{"rendered":"13 best hooded blankets 2023 tried and tested; for staying warm this winter | The Sun"},"content":{"rendered":"
WINTER has well and truly arrived and it\u2019s freezing outside so it\u2019s time to wrap up warmly \u2013 and what better way to wrap up than with one of the best hooded blankets around this season.<\/p>\n
This relatively recent phenomenon is now everywhere and it has rapidly become a wardrobe must-have for everybody, no matter what their age. A hooded blanket is also a supplement to central heating \u2013 once you don one of these you can afford to turn down your heating while still staying toasty warm.<\/p>\n
As the name suggests, the best hooded blankets sit somewhere between a giant wearable hoodie and a cosy throw.<\/p>\n
They\u2019re typically made from thick, soft fleece and come in an almost ridiculously large size \u2013 think down to your knees, and wide enough to fit three of you comfortably inside.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Most usually have a front pocket for keeping hands warm (or holding snacks) and, unlike some actual blankets, they\u2019re also machine-washable.<\/p>\n
Today\u2019s hooded blankets are a world away from embarrassingly old, greying loungewear you wouldn\u2019t be seen dead in.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Now it\u2019s perfectly acceptable \u2013 dare we say, almost cool \u2013 to snap a selfie swathed in fabric covered in pictures of avocados, cartoon kittens or Yoda (we admit that we haven\u2019t built up the courage to wear them out past the front door yet though\u2026)<\/p>\n
Australian brand Oodie is perhaps the well-known brand, going viral on social media for its huge number of bold designs, from chicken nuggets to chihuahuas.<\/p>\n
The high street soon clocked on to their appeal, and now you can find almost every major clothing retailer selling them, including Marks & Spencer, John Lewis and JD Williams.<\/p>\n
They may also help to save you money on your heating bill this winter too, as heating the body is always a cheaper option than heating the home; ideal if you work from home or spend long periods of time bingeing Netflix on the sofa.<\/p>\n
<\/picture>BAG A DEAL <\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n <\/picture>Walk this way <\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n <\/picture>saintly sale <\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n <\/picture>Scent-sational <\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n To find out which are the really best hooded blankets to buy in 2023, we put 13 of the most popular to the test, judging them on size, softness, warmth and what they look like \u2013 here are the ones that most impressed\u2026<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Pros:<\/em><\/strong> Extra large, big pocket, super soft, loads of designs to choose from, often has deals on<\/em><\/p>\n Cons:<\/em><\/strong> Not cheap when full price, quite bulky, can\u2019t be tumble dried, not very stylish<\/em><\/p>\n Rating:<\/em><\/strong> 5\/5<\/em><\/p>\n Arguably the original and most famous, the word \u2018Oodie\u2019 is now synonymous with hooded blankets \u2013 we even found ourselves telling people that we were \u201ctesting out Oodies\u201d when talking about this feature.<\/p>\n It probably goes without saying that theirs is incredibly soft and cosy. The inner fleece is as soft as cotton wool while the outer feels silky, meaning that, despite its size, it didn\u2019t actually feel as bulky to wear as some of the others.\u00a0<\/p>\n We found that it kept our bodies at the perfect toasty temperature, and we didn\u2019t overheat.<\/p>\n The long elasticated cuffs at the wrists are also useful, keeping your sleeves rolled up and well out of the way if you want to, say, type or cook.<\/p>\n Your biggest problem will probably be deciding which design to go for, as there are tens, if not hundreds to choose from (we lost count at 80), including animals, food, star signs \u2013 even ones from franchises like Harry Potter and Friends.<\/p>\n On the downside, it obviously looks a bit silly, and \u2013 although we found that there are regular sales or \u2018buy one, get one free\u2019 deals on \u2013 it is expensive at full price.<\/p>\n Size:<\/strong> One size (6XL) Material:<\/strong> Flannel fleece outer, sherpa fleece inner No. of designs:<\/strong> 80+\u00a0<\/p>\n READ MORE:<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Pros:<\/em><\/strong> Very warm and snuggly, extra large size, front pocket, elasticated cuffs, can be tumble dried<\/em><\/p>\n Cons: <\/em><\/strong>Bulky, hood falls over eyes, can get very warm<\/em><\/p>\n Rating:<\/em><\/strong> 5\/5<\/em><\/p>\n Extra large, extra warm and extra snuggly, Kudd.ly\u2019s hoodie is like wearing a bear hug and is so big you\u2019ll be able to curl your entire body up inside.<\/p>\n We picked the black sherpa design to test \u2013 one of the most \u2018grown up\u2019 of the 11 designs, we felt \u2013 and was immediately claimed by our tester\u2019s boyfriend, who had previously scoffed at some of the sillier designs we tested.<\/p>\n It also got the \u2018paws up\u2019 from our feline tester, who couldn\u2019t stop kneading into this super-soft fabric (on the downside this sherpa fabric does collect cat hair like a magnet\u2026)<\/p>\n We found it to be the warmest out of all the ones we tested, even bordering on a little too<\/em> warm at times.<\/p>\n It\u2019s definitely one for wearing while cosying up on the sofa rather than when trying to get anything productive done, as its size and weight make it a little cumbersome, and the large hood often falls over the eyes \u2013 great for napping, not so great for WFH.<\/p>\n Size:<\/strong> One size (6XL) Material:<\/strong> Teddy fleece outer, sherpa fleece inner No. of designs:<\/strong> 11<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Pros:<\/em><\/strong> Looks stylish, made from recycled fibres, front pocket, elasticated cuffs<\/em><\/p>\n Cons: <\/em><\/strong>Not the thickest, shows marks, only comes in one colour<\/em><\/p>\n Rating:<\/em><\/strong> 4\/5<\/em><\/p>\n Cute \u2018n\u2019 cosy, this one looks so good you could probably wear it out of the house, and might even pass as an expensive throw when left on the sofa.<\/p>\n It\u2019s got all the essentials \u2013 hood, big front pouch, long length \u2013 while this Sherpa fleece has a particularly fine knit, giving it a neat look.<\/p>\n It comes in just one colour, ivory, in keeping with The White Company\u2019s typical neutral palette \u2013 very Cameron Diaz in The Holiday<\/em>, we feel.<\/p>\n Size:<\/strong> One size Material:<\/strong> Fleece (recycled polyester) No. of designs:<\/strong> 1<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Pros:<\/em><\/strong> Very soft, less bulky than some, available in two sizes, front pocket<\/em><\/p>\n Cons:<\/em><\/strong> Short, open sides, hood is quite tight<\/em><\/p>\n Rating:<\/em><\/strong> 3\/5<\/em><\/p>\n More of a poncho than a hoodie, this has short sleeves and open sides that can be popped together at a couple of points for a slightly snugglier fit. It comes in five colours and two sizes for both men and women, with a version for children also available.<\/p>\n It's one of the lightest and softest ones we tested, feeling baby-soft against the skin, and it\u2019s handy to be able to open it up if you get too hot, although it\u2019s not as chill-proof as a regular hoodie.\u00a0<\/p>\n The shorter, boxy style means that it does flap around a bit, so one for when you plan on doing absolutely nothing except relaxing.<\/p>\n Size:<\/strong> Medium & Large Material:<\/strong> Fleece (recycled polyester) Colours:<\/strong> 5 Machine washable?:<\/strong> Yes<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Pros:<\/em><\/strong> Lightweight, just warm enough, not too bulky, nice colour, good price<\/em><\/p>\n Cons:<\/em><\/strong> There are warmer ones on the market, only available in four pastel colours<\/em><\/p>\n Rating:<\/em><\/strong> 5\/5<\/em><\/p>\n If you\u2019re after that fluffier, soft-as-clouds style of fleece rather than the denser type of, say, Oodie, this is the best one we tested.<\/p>\n This hoodie is, of course, oversized, but not so big around the hood or sleeves that you can\u2019t see, eat or type \u2013 we could comfortably wear this at our WFH desk or walking around the house without it getting in the way.<\/p>\n It\u2019s not the<\/em> warmest one we tried (think late autumn chills rather than depths-of-winter, below-freezing temperatures) but we\u2019d probably say this was the most practical, while this pale pink colour we chose (prettier in real life than our phone camera could capture) is about as \u2018feminine\u2019 as one of these items could get.<\/p>\n Size:<\/strong> One size Material:<\/strong> Fleece (100% polyester) No. of designs:<\/strong> 4<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Pros:<\/em><\/strong> Soft fabric, can also be used as a blanket, has pockets<\/em><\/p>\n Cons:<\/em><\/strong> Not as cosy as a hoodie, a bit awkward to tie up<\/em><\/p>\n Rating:<\/em><\/strong> 3\/5<\/em><\/p>\n It\u2019s not really a hoodie blanket like the others but \u2013 if you don\u2019t mind the strong Little Red Riding Hood\/Game Of Thrones vibes \u2013 this cape is certainly useful for cuddling up on the sofa. It also has two inner pockets, ideal for holding phones or keeping hands warm.<\/p>\n It\u2019s not quite<\/em> as comfy as the pull-on designs, and the ribbon neck ties pull a little, but it\u2019s handy that it can also be used like a regular blanket and doesn\u2019t require pulling over the head.\u00a0<\/p>\n Size:<\/strong> One size Material:<\/strong> Polyester No. of designs: <\/strong>5<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Pros:<\/em><\/strong> 9 heat and time settings, overheating protection, can be worn several ways<\/em>, machine washable<\/em><\/p>\n Cons:<\/em><\/strong> Doesn\u2019t cover arms and lower half, has to remain plugged in to the mains<\/em><\/p>\n Rating:<\/em><\/strong> 5\/5<\/em><\/p>\n OK, so it hasn't got a hood, but we couldn't not include this indulgent wearable.\u00a0<\/p>\n Part poncho and part blanket, it can be fastened together at the front, swung over your shoulder, or simply laid flat over your body, and it heats up gently to warm the top half of your body.<\/p>\n It plugs into the wall like a traditional heated throw, with a remote to control the power, heat intensity and amount of time it stays on for. And it also has an auto-shut-off function.\u00a0<\/p>\n This poncho\u2019s shape means that your hands remain free for typing, drinking, reading etc (although does mean that they miss out on the heat), and we found this perfect for keeping the upper body warm when working from home on chilly days.<\/p>\n Size:<\/strong> One size Material:<\/strong> Fleece No. of designs:<\/strong> 1<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Pros:<\/em><\/strong> Thick fabric, cute design, drawstring hood, front pocket, inclusive size range<\/em><\/p>\n Cons:<\/em><\/strong> Very oversized, long sleeves<\/em><\/p>\n Rating: <\/em><\/strong>4\/5<\/em>\u00a0<\/p>\n Looking for a hooded blanket with a pretty print? We think this one ticks all the boxes.\u00a0<\/p>\n We loved how thick the material was, keeping us warm while working from home, and the pom pom drawstring neckline was a nice addition.<\/p>\n This comes in two different sizes, to fit up to a UK size 34, but even the smaller of the two was ginormous \u2013 the largest we tested \u2013 and may swamp smaller frames.<\/p>\n Size:<\/strong> 8-18 and 20-34 Material:<\/strong> Borg fleece (polyester) No. of designs:<\/strong> 3<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Pros:<\/em><\/strong> Very long, good price, front pocket<\/em><\/p>\n Cons:<\/em><\/strong> Short and non-elasticated sleeves<\/em><\/p>\n Rating:<\/em><\/strong> 4\/5<\/em><\/p>\n Long and luxurious, we love this one\u2019s teddy fabric, which is very lightweight and soft as air but surprisingly very warm and toasty, and we like that this one comes in multiple sizes.\u00a0<\/p>\n The open sleeves do let in a little cold air, but it\u2019s made up for with a longer-than-average shape. It\u2019s also great value, and will certainly keep you warm this winter.<\/p>\n Size:<\/strong> S-XL Material:<\/strong> Borg fleece (75% recycled polyester, 25% polyester) No. of designs: <\/strong>1<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Pros:<\/em><\/strong> Extra large, huge pocket, super soft, can be tumble dried, Snuggly often has deals on\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\nAmazon shoppers rave about \u2018lifesaver\u2019 travel make-up bag scanning for \u00a310<\/h3>\n
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The best hooded blankets at a glance<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Oodie<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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\u00a389<\/s> \u00a339 from Oodie \u2013 <\/strong>buy here<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n
Kudd.ly Hoodie Blanket<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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\u00a389<\/s> \u00a349 from Kudd.ly \u2013 <\/strong>buy here<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nThe White Company Snuggle Blanket Hoodie<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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M&S Teddy Fleece Hooded Blanket<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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John Lewis Hi-Pile Oversized Lounge Hoodie<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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Catalonia Classy Hooded Blanket<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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Lakeland Electric Heated Poncho<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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JD Williams Pretty Secrets Fleece Lined Blanket Hoodie<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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Tu Borg Fleece Hooded Blanket<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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\u00a322<\/s> \u00a316.50 at Argos \u2013 <\/strong>buy here<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nSnuggly Oversized Blanket Hoodie<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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\u00a383<\/s> \u00a358 from Snuggly \u2013 <\/strong>buy here<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n