An Under Armour women’s hoodie can be a good choice for relaxing at home, travelling, going for a walk or before and after a workout. Yet many styles look much the same at first glance. A low price tells you little about the fabric, while a sporty look doesn’t automatically mean a hoodie will feel comfortable when you’re on the move.
So, keep an eye out for these three common pitfalls:
According to their product descriptions, the Under Armour Rival Terry styles in this article have a regular fit and are designed for everyday wear, relaxing and before or after exercise.
The Rival Terry hoodie is a women’s French terry hoodie. According to the product description, the fabric has a smooth outer surface and a soft inner surface. It’s made from 80% cotton and 20% polyester.
Cotton generally feels comfortable for casual wear and relaxing. Polyester can help the fabric dry and retain its shape. This blend makes the hoodie an appealing choice for comfortable everyday wear, but it isn’t a replacement for a lightweight technical running layer.
The product description says the style features moisture-wicking technology and quick-drying fabric. These are claims made by Under Armour; your experience may vary depending on the person, activity and weather conditions.
These styles have a regular fit. This means a classic fit that shouldn’t feel tight against your body, but isn’t as loose as an oversized style either. As well as checking the letter size, look at the chest measurement:
The size chart may vary between colour options. For example, the grey version uses EU sizes from 34–36 for XS to 44–46 for XXL. The black version lists different EU size labels. So always check the size chart on the product page and compare it with a hoodie you find comfortable.
Planning to wear layers under your hoodie, such as a T-shirt or sports top? Don’t automatically size up. First, check your chest measurement and consider how much room you’d like for movement.
A hoodie you wear often will be exposed to washing, friction and perspiration. The product information recommends washing at 30 °C on a delicate or gentle cycle, not bleaching and tumble drying on a low heat. Do not dry clean, and avoid fabric softener. Iron on a low heat and don’t iron directly over prints or logos.
Where possible, wash a grey women’s hoodie and a black women’s hoodie with similar colours. Dark fabrics can be more prone to colour transfer, especially during the first few washes. The black version specifically recommends washing with similar colours to help prevent colour transfer.
Why it suits this shopper: The grey XS is a practical choice if you’re looking for a simple, sporty hoodie for relaxing at home, travelling or casual outfits.
The fabric composition, regular fit and size guidance are clearly listed, so you don’t have to rely on a vague marketing claim.
80% cotton and 20% polyester, a French terry construction and a versatile grey colour that’s easy to pair with other clothes.
Why it suits this shopper: The black M is a versatile, sporty women’s hoodie for everyday wear and trips to the gym.
The black colour is less likely to show minor signs of everyday wear, but it should be washed with similar colours to help limit colour transfer.
Regular fit, 80% cotton and 20% polyester, plus moisture-wicking and quick-drying properties according to the product description.
Why it suits this shopper: The XXL is designed for anyone who needs extra room or wants a looser layer over a T-shirt or sportswear.
The chest measurement for XXL is listed as 112–119 cm. This gives you a more specific guide than simply choosing “extra roomy”.
French terry fabric, a regular fit and a versatile grey colour. Suitable for relaxing and wearing before or after exercise.
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Start with your chest measurement and compare it with the size chart for your chosen colour. The Rival Terry styles are listed in sizes XS to XXL. As the black and grey versions may show different EU size labels, use the product page as your guide. If you’re unsure, it can also help to measure the length and width of a hoodie that fits you well.
According to the product description, the hoodie is designed for casual wear, relaxing and wearing before or after exercise. The description mentions moisture-wicking technology and quick-drying fabric. For intense training, a technical sports top may be a better choice, as a French terry hoodie offers more coverage and feels different to wear.
Wash the hoodie at 30 °C with similar colours, don’t use bleach or fabric softener, and tumble dry on a low heat. Iron on a cool setting and avoid prints and logos. These simple care steps can help preserve the fabric, colour and shape.