Human Made Blue Graphic Hoodie: Hoodie You Can’t Not Wear!

One of those garments that you know instantly you’ve got it on is the Human Made Blue Graphic Hoodie. It’s not loud. It’s not being overly ambitious. The graphic speaks for itself though, and the fabric does the rest. Throughout the years of Human Made in Japan, one thing has never changed: NIGO has continually strived to produce clothing from the past that is appropriate for the present. This hooded t-shirt falls into that category but doesn’t cross the line into costume.

What You’re Getting

The body is blue with a deep calm tone. The graphic is attached to the chest and is printed in the same texture as you can feel with your fingers. Most human made hoodies feature ribbed cuffs and a fixed hood that stays in place, plus either a cotton-poly mix or all-cotton based on the season. The logo is frequently found in a secondary location, such as a cuff or near the hem of the hooded sweatshirt, meaning it’s easy for those familiar with the brand to recognize it, and for everyone else, it appears to be simply another plain hooded sweatshirt.

Human Made Japan drops are a no-brainer for followers. New items appear online and in the flagship of Harajuku, and they fly off the shelves. The brand’s Human Made page on its website is a place to check on Thursday mourns in Japan as that’s when updates are usually made regarding what’s coming that week. The Fukuoka store (Human Made Fukuoka) also stocks it and Human Made Japan online ships to Japan quickly.

How to Wear It

The best thing about this hoodie is its simplicity. Simply toss it over a plain white t-shirt, such as a ヒューマンメイド tシャツ or a Human Made t シャツ white/black and you’re done! The blue graphic hoodie will also work well beneath a Human Made Jacket, particularly the souvenir or job style jackets the brand creates. The neutral Human Made デニム or ヒューマンメイドショーツ on bottoms helps to keep the emphasis on the hoodie.

As for other colors, who doesn’t like zip-ups and pullovers in other colors? The ヒューマン-メイド-パーカー range has more. The ヒューマン メイド キャップ looks naturally with the hoodie as if you didn’t make an effort to match everything. Any human made pants in olive or black will do, particularly the wider cuts.

Of course, one other thing: Human Hope is an on-going project by the brand with j-hope, which moves faster. If you spot a Human Hope Hoodie in your size, please do not sit on it.

How to Care for Your Hoodie

The two words for care are keep it simple.

Turn the hoodie inside out and wash it in cold water. Don’t use bleach and use a mild detergent. In the case of any graphic that is rubbery or raised, iron the reverse side of the graphic (the fabric side) and not the graphic itself. Let it air dry flat or in the shade. Here, the dryer doesn’t belong. Over time, the heat will pull the cotton and cause the print to crack.

Wash Human Made Denim fabric separately, for the first few wears. Indigo bleeds. Hang upside down in cold water. That’s it.

FAQs

Is the Human Made Blue Graphic Hoodie true to size?

Yes, mostly. Human Made cuts are more in line with Japanese sizing, which is a little tighter than standard US sizing. When in between sizes or if you want a more relaxed fit, go up a size. The size charts on the Human Made Jp site do actually provide measurements of garments, so please verify the size before ordering.

Where can I get Human Made in Japan?

The primary place is the Harajuku flagship. There’s also the Human Made Fukuoka store in Daimyo, Fukuoka. Japan’s official Human Made Jp online store ships all over Japan. New items are added every week, typically on Saturday.

How to tell if a Human Made hoodie is genuine?

Inspect tag stitching. True human made tags are clean, even stitches and the heart logo is in the exact location. The graphic or print should be part of the fabric, not something that looks like a sheet of cardboard being placed on top of it. When purchasing a second-hand item, request photos of the inner neck tag and cuff heart.

Does the blue graphic fade when washed?

If you’re not careful, it can. Cold water, inside out and air dry. That’s the routine. Don’t wash with heavy materials such as jeans rubbing against the print. Never place it in the dryer.

What’s the difference between Human Made and Human Hope?

Human Made is the main line. It is a collaboration line by BTS’ j-hope and their style and graphics are generally different. They are offered by the same brand, but Human Hope pieces are limited drops that sell out quicker.

Final Thoughts

That’s the problem with the Human Made Blue Graphic Hoodie, it is not a statement piece. A hoodie is a hooded sweatshirt that you wear to a cold morning, to the store, and you forget you even have one on until someone asks, “Where is that coming from? The graphic is just a little bit more character to it. The cut is very convenient. And the care is straightforward: Cold wash, air dry, done.

This hoodie fits inside of what you already own, if you already have a Human Made. For those new to the brand it is a good choice to start with. Simply refer to the size chart, purchase from a trusted Human Made source, and care for it properly. It’ll last longer than most things in your closet.