early mornings on the north slope
6 Nov 2006
something about the hooded sweater says surf and snowboard all at once. not that they’re much different, it’s just the state of the water. either way, the world needs more hooded sweaters, and more people in them. i mean it only makes sense. if you wear sweaters when it’s cold out, then a hood would come in awfully handy, even if it’s just to keep your neck a degree or two warmer.
the burton comrade is wool and cotton woven like a classic sweater, and that old school look is in right now (see previous sweater recommendations with cable knits and shit). it even has patches on the elbows, like a good old utilitarian sweater should. but burton mixes things up with a nice cut and a cool patch on the back of the shoulder for a modern touch that’s not absurd. i think the red is a winner, the tan is so utterly classic that it shouldn’t be ignored.
if you’re looking for something dressier, more upscale but still comfortable and durable, then banana republic has the ticket. a cashmere and merino hoodie that has classic good looks that dress up any pair of pants. i have had one of these for years and swear it use the most useful and best fitting thing i own. you will get complements every time you wear this out this out, i swear.
