Ellis Rugby Sweatshirt, Or: The Last Sweatshirt You'll Need (And One You Will Want)
TL;DR: I'm German, we rarely exaggerate, but I have to say that this is the best sweatshirt I've ever owned. It's a hug in sweatshirt form.
Long version: I've owned a number of comfortable jumpers, some pricey, some not; some heavy, some (disappointingly) not. But sometimes you will get one that's just perfect – hits all the spots it needs to hit and then some. I was a little apprehensive as to the price but it's worth every single penny, especially if you want a jumper that's of excellent quality (the stitching is excellent), holds its shape after a wash (and stays super soft at the same time; no idea what magic they are weaving into that, but damn, it's something else), and is heavy enough (without being too much) to create a brilliant sillouette (that's even adjustable). The collar and the elbow patches – which are subtle in the black version – add a nice touch and turn this into something you can wear at work or to any occasion that needs a bit more chic. It's – to use the German term here – an "eierlegende Wollmilchsau", an all-in-one sweatshirt suitable for every purpose and occasion. And that is hard to find. (To be fair, I've simply worn it nearly non-stop since I got it, so "every purpose and occasion" is what you make of it. But it is versatile, which I love.) If I had to look for something to improve (and I would need to look hard) then I'd love a breast pocket, but that'd only be a second cherry on top.
In short: Damn good quality? Check. Versatile piece? Check. Durable? Check (it got me through a move, so, there's that.) Looks good? Check. Supports smaller brand? Check.
