# Comforting Weighted Hoodies The Champion Weighted Hoodie is Quilted with Micro Glass Beads By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2024-05-22 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/champion-weighted-hoodie References: [businesswire](https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240522145207/en) & [champion](https://www.champion.com/)  Weighted blankets skyrocketed in popularity because they can help alleviate anxiety and improve sleep quality by providing a comforting sensation similar to being hugged and the [Champion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-weighted-hoodie) Weighted Hoodie offers similar benefits in a wearable format. This Weighted Hoodie created in collaboration with [Thera](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thera-nordic) has the potential to encourage relaxation and reduce stress and support mental health on the go. In 2022, Champion surveyed consumers ages 19 to 35 and found over 90% were interested in using a calming technique and seeing a [weighted wearable product](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/weighted-vest-collection) produced by Champion. This machine-washable hoodie for Gen Z and Millennials weighs 8lbs and is quilted with micro glass beads to potentially help with symptoms of stress and anxiety, as well as other mental health and neurodivergent conditions. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.5/10 - Popularity: 89% | Activity: 83% | Freshness: 24% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Weighted Wearables:** The integration of weighted elements into everyday clothing, like the Champion Weighted Hoodie, provides a mobile solution for anxiety and stress reduction. - **Mental Health Fashion:** Fashion products designed to aid in mental health, such as the quilted weighted hoodie, merge style with therapeutic benefits. - **Sensory Apparel:** Clothing incorporating sensory-stimulating materials, evidenced by the micro glass bead quilting, offers a comforting hug-like feel to reduce stress. ### Who This Affects Most - **Activewear:** Activewear brands now have the potential to include therapeutic designs that support mental wellbeing through stress-relieving materials. - **Mental Health Products:** Mental health product lines can expand to include wearable items that offer therapeutic benefits, creating new avenues for stress and anxiety relief. - **Neurodivergent Apparel:** Creating apparel specifically tailored for neurodivergent individuals, with features like weighted fabrics, can address unique sensory needs and improve daily comfort. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Wearable Weighted Blanket Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-weighted-hoodie.md) - [Anxiety Relief Cloaks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-eden-hoodie.md) - [Weighted Stuffed Animals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hugz.md) - [Relaxing Weighted Pillows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quiet-mind.md) - [Comfortable Weighted Blankets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nodpod-body.md) - [Chunky Knit Weighted Blankets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chunky-knit-weighted-blanket.md) - [Weighted Recovery Blankets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/weighted-recovery-blanket.md) - [Scent-Infused Weighted Blankets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snuggle-sense.md) - [Limited-Edition Weighted Companions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mabel-the-manta-ray.md)