# Hooded Micro Fleece Blankets 'The Original Comfy' is a Cross Between a Hoodie and a Blanket By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2019-07-12 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-original-comfy References: [delish](https://www.delish.com/kitchen-tools/cookware-reviews/a28351871/shark-tank-sherpa-hoodie/) & [thecomfy](https://thecomfy.com/) Your Saturday nights staying in are about to get a whole lot cozier thanks to 'The Original Comfy.' Not quite a blanket and not quite a hoodie, this oversized sweatshirt is just about as comfy as you can get. The Original Comfy is a 'Shark Tank' famous product that's essentially a cross between a [hooded sweatshirt and a plush blanket](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vollebak-deep-sea-diver-hoodie). The oversized garment has a smooth micro fleece lining on one side and a [soft sherpa lining](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ribbed-plush-blanket) on the other side, so you can choose your perfect level of comfort. In other words, it's "a comfortable giant hoodie for you to stay warm from head to toe." There is even a handy [Kangaroo Front Pocket](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nomade-58), that's perfect for storing your phone, the remote, or even some snacks. Image Credit: *The Comfy.* ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.6/10 - Popularity: 25% | Activity: 14% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Oversized Sweatshirt Blankets:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Creating versatile and comfortable clothing items that provide the warmth of a blanket with the convenience of a hoodie. - **Dual-lined Micro Fleece Garments:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Designing clothing with dual linings to allow for customizable comfort and temperature control. - **Functional Hoodie Designs:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Developing hoodies with multi-functional features, such as built-in pockets for convenient storage. ### Who This Affects Most - **Apparel and Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introducing innovative clothing designs that merge the boundaries between blankets and apparel. - **Retail and E-commerce:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Creating a new market segment for cozy, versatile clothing items through online platforms and direct-to-consumer sales. - **Home Goods:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Expanding product offerings to include cozy clothing items that enhance at-home comfort and relaxation. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Ultra-Cozy Large Blankets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/big-blanket.md) - [Blackout Napping Hoodies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cabeau.md) - [Versatile Heating Blankets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/versatile-heating-blanket.md) - [Cozy Homebody Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casamera-one-blanket.md) - [Children's Wearable Blankets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/super-blanky.md) - [Two-In-One Plush Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cute-animal-pillow-with-blanket.md) - [Sensory Plush Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mooshmoosh.md) - [Chair-Shaped Blanket Sweaters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/desk-chair-wrap.md) - [Ultra-Comfortable Home Blanket](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/windowpane-blanket.md)