"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." So now that we've convinced you of the merits of the zip-up hoodie, you now have to choose the right one.

Every hoodie is, in theory, the same (or nearly so). They’re long-sleeved, with a body and a hood. There are pockets on the front — either one kangaroo or a pair of patches. But if you add a zipper on ...