Half-Zip Codes are in Style Now with the 90’s Revival! Men’s snapshots with hoodies and knitwear

The recent 90’s revival of the half-zip item has been attracting a lot of attention. By opening the zip, you can emphasize layers and create a retro, sporty atmosphere. In this issue, we focus on the “half-zip” pullover, and introduce how to choose the right item, the problem of opening and closing the zip, and how to wear it in the hottest styles!

What kind of detail is a half-zip?

As the name suggests, a half-zip pullover has only the upper half of the zipper from the collar to the chest area. Some zippers are less than half the length, in which case they are called quarter zips in Europe and the United States. This detail was first used in fleece upholstery in the 1930s, and the zip-neck idea was first used in sweaters in the 1970s. Ralph Lauren was the first to adopt this style as a fashion item, and the half-zip became widely recognized as a standard item for Ivy, preppy, and country styles. Originally designed for sportswear to facilitate temperature control, the half-zip took the streets by storm in the 1990s, when athletic wear, sports mix style, and skater fashion took the streets by storm. Today, there are numerous variations in style, including high necklines, polo shirt-like collars, hoodie and anorak types with hoods, and a wide range of other options depending on the intended use.

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Half-zip tops are an essential part of 90s fashion!

In the 1990s, half-zips were popular only in the context of hip-hop styles on the streets, and the main items were pullover jerseys, nylon track jackets, anoraks, and sweatshirts. On the other hand, knit half-zips had already established their status as a standard preppy item at the time, and could hardly be called a fashion item that was popular in the 1990s. In particular, the 90s was an era of thriving street culture, and hip-hop and grunge fashions generally featured loose T-shirts, hoodies, and sweatshirts. Of course, half-zips were no exception. Big silhouettes and oversized items were worn with bucket hats, track pants, and wide-leg pants, and bottoms were basically worn on the waist. Sporty half-zips are 90’s style, but knitwear half-zips for a more formal look may give off an old-fashioned image, so be careful when selecting items.

How to choose a seasonal half-zip to keep in mind to avoid looking old-fashioned

A sporty half-zip that has a retro atmosphere but does not look old-fashioned is based on a relaxed, 90’s-style silhouette. Extremely oversized items may look too childish and tacky, while loose, color-blocked designs and anorak-style items with a relaxed, loose feel should match the current mood. In particular, the 1990s fashion was a reaction to the 1980s, which was characterized by exaggerated silhouettes symbolized by power shoulders and body-consciousness, gaudy decorations, and a tendency toward luxury, and the 1990s was an era when street, grunge, and sports fashion jumped into the mainstream. Don’t forget the importance of relaxed, loose silhouettes and outfits.

How should you open and close a half-zip?

Zipper up the zipper when layering with an inner layer such as a shirt or T-shirt, or when adding a fresh look to your outfit. To emphasize the clean neckline and to give the face a tight and beautiful look, close the half-zip. Of course, the way it looks depends on whether you use the half-zip as an inner layer with an outer layer or wear it by itself as the main feature, so it is advisable to arrange it according to the matching styling.

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