# Masked Heroic Pullovers The Captain America Hoodie Will Make You Feel Super Comfortable By John Ibbitson | Published 2011-11-23 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/captain-america-hoodie References: [amazon](http://www.amazon.com/ThinkGeek-Captain-America-Hoodie-Medium/dp/B006833L0E/ref=sr_1_14?s=apparel&ie=UTF8&qid=1321935970&sr=1-14&tag=trenhunt0f-20) & [walyou](http://walyou.com/captain-america-hoodie-is-a-lifetime-costume/) The new version of the Captain America Hoodie may give buyers some insight on what their favorite superheroes wear on their off days, but this super comfortable cotton-polyester blend will make you feel like you can take on the world ‘Kick-Ass’ style, or, at the very least, relax like you just saved the planet from a [super villain](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/super-heroes-vs-villains). An improvement from the previous version, this sweater features a hood that also doubles as a face mask, making the [novelty hoodie](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dad-hoodies) perfect for costume needs as well. It’s also less stiff than the original, using sewn on and embroidered details to make for a softer design that allows for more fluid body movements. And just like body armor does in sequels, this garment's design has also received some upgrades, arming it with a look that is more in line with the super soldier’s costume from the pages of his comics. Even heroes need to take a break from all the action once and a while, but that doesn’t mean they have to reveal their secret identity, so if you have a hero complex that needs fulfilling, try relaxing like a [comic book star](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ovo-x-marvel) does with the enhanced version of the Captain America Hoodie. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.5/10 - Popularity: 69% | Activity: 59% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Superhero Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop a line of fashionable clothing inspired by superheroes that combines comfort and style. - **Novelty Costumes:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create a range of novelty costumes that incorporate practical elements, such as a hoodie with a face mask. - **Upgraded Designs:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Improve upon existing designs by enhancing comfort, flexibility, and authenticity. ### Where This Applies - **Apparel:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce innovative materials, designs, and features to revolutionize the apparel industry. - **Cosplay:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop innovative and functional accessories and costumes for the growing cosplay market. - **Comic Merchandise:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create unique and high-quality merchandise inspired by popular comic book characters. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Performance Fleece Hoodies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deep-sea-diver.md) - [Ultra-Dense Fabric Diver Hoodies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vollebak-deep-sea-diver-hoodie.md) - [Superhero Nutritional Supplements](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/myprotein-captain-america.md) - [Advanced Armor-Like Sweaters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vollebak-indestructible-hoodie.md) - [Film-Inspired Graphic Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-dark-knight-collection.md) - [Superhero-inspired Stealthy Puffers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solander-batman.md) - [Washable Superhero Rugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superhero-rugs.md) - [Understated V-Neck Hoodies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kimono-hoodie.md) - [Superhero-Inspired Streetwear Capsule](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superman-collection.md)