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For a buyer sensitive to synthetic content or overheating, the pure-cotton build is a significant material upgrade."},"entry_quotes":{"crocodile_emblem_heritage":[{"url":"https://www.careofcarl.com/en/lacoste-full-zip-hoodie-navy-blue","quote":"Since its founding in 1933, René Lacoste's eponymous brand has become synonymous with the classic polo shirts that proudly display its Petit crocodile logo.The iconic emblem's story began with a simple bet placed between René Lacoste and the captain of the French Davis Cup team - if Lacoste won a particularly important match, he would take ownership of the captain's alligator skin suitcase."}],"100_cotton_terry_underside":[{"url":"https://www.careofcarl.com/en/lacoste-full-zip-hoodie-navy-blue","quote":"Material: 78% cotton, 22% polyester"},{"url":"https://www.menshealth.com/style/g39221667/best-zip-up-hoodies-for-men/","quote":"A hoodie made from 100% cotton feels soft and breathable right out of the gate, but it shrinks in the wash and might fade faster."}]},"entry_sources":{"crocodile_emblem_heritage":["https://www.careofcarl.com/en/lacoste-full-zip-hoodie-navy-blue"],"100_cotton_terry_underside":["https://www.careofcarl.com/en/lacoste-full-zip-hoodie-navy-blue","https://www.menshealth.com/style/g39221667/best-zip-up-hoodies-for-men/"]}},"cotton_terry_care_and_durability":{"title":"How the cotton terry wears and washes over time","entries":{"pilling_tendency":"100% cotton French terry is inherently more prone to surface pilling than a cotton-polyester blend, but using a delicate machine cycle, cold water, and air drying (or low-heat tumble) keeps the loopback interior from matting into pills; a fabric shaver can refresh the surface if pills do form.","break_in_softening":"The French terry interior will feel stiff initially but will soften and increase in absorbency after the first few washes as residual manufacturing sizing is removed and the cotton fibers relax — a wear-in period that’s typical of heavyweight 100% cotton knits.","uniform_cotton_aging":"Since the entire shell and lining are 100% cotton, the hoodie will wear and fade as a single material, developing an even, vintage patina over time without the mismatch of synthetic panels that retain dye differently.","cold_water_flat_dry_care":"Washing this hoodie in cold water and laying it flat to dry will preserve the original fit because heat relaxes the cotton fibers and causes the loops to contract, while tumble drying’s mechanical action can mat the terry interior and distort the ribbed cuffs.","100_cotton_shrinkage_risk":"Because this 100% cotton French terry construction lacks the polyester of a blend to stabilize the weave, it will shrink 5–10% if washed in hot water or dried with high heat; the terry loops themselves tighten under heat and agitation, so the hoodie’s fit at the cuffs, hem, and hood opening is most affected.","french_terry_loopback_interior":"Unlike a fleece-lined hoodie, the loopback French terry interior provides a smooth-faced outer and a soft, absorbent inner face that wicks moisture rather than trapping body heat — making this hoodie more breathable and better suited to layering across seasons than a heavier, brushed sweat."},"entry_quotes":{"pilling_tendency":[{"url":"https://www.xyyfabric.com/blog/is-terry-cloth-resistant-to-pilling-384382.html","quote":"Cotton Terry Cloth is natural and breathable, but it can be more prone to pilling, especially after multiple washes. Polyester, on the other hand, is synthetic and generally more resistant to pilling."},{"url":"https://www.xyyfabric.com/blog/is-terry-cloth-resistant-to-pilling-384382.html","quote":"Use a gentle cycle when washing Terry Cloth items, and avoid using harsh detergents. Over - washing and high - speed drying can also cause more pilling. It's better to air - dry Terry Cloth whenever possible."}],"break_in_softening":[{"url":"https://www.xyyfabric.com/blog/how-does-terry-cloth-hold-up-in-the-laundry-1012615.html","quote":"Additionally, new Terry Cloth may have a sizing agent on it to keep its shape during manufacturing. Washing it will remove this agent and allow the fabric to reach its full absorbency potential."}],"cold_water_flat_dry_care":[{"url":"https://modaknits.com/will-100-cotton-hoodie-shrink/","quote":"To prevent a 100% cotton hoodie from shrinking, wash it in cold water, use a gentle cycle, and air-dry it flat. Avoid high heat during both washing and drying processes."},{"url":"https://rshantilal.co.in/should-you-wash-hoodies-the-complete-guide-to-cleaning-without-shrinking","quote":"Air Drying is Best: Lay your hoodie flat on a clean towel or drying rack. Hanging a wet hoodie by its shoulders on a hanger can cause the weight of the water to stretch out the shoulder area, creating unsightly bumps. Flat drying maintains the original shape and prevents distortion."}],"100_cotton_shrinkage_risk":[{"url":"https://modaknits.com/will-100-cotton-hoodie-shrink/","quote":"A 100% cotton hoodie can shrink by 5–10% if exposed to high heat during washing or drying."},{"url":"https://runtangtex.com/french-terry-fabric-for-hoodies/","quote":"French terry's looped structure makes it more susceptible to shrinkage than flat knits of the same composition — the loops can tighten under heat and mechanical action during washing."}],"french_terry_loopback_interior":[{"url":"https://poshmark.com/listing/Authentic-Lacoste-Loungewear-Full-Zip-Hoodie-Black-Gray-French-Terry-Mens-L-6a57c3fe243dae442b740cb7","quote":"soft French terry fabric with a loopback interior (not fleece-lined), making it lightweight and comfortable for year-round wear."},{"url":"https://mobiletore.com/terry-cloth/","quote":"French terry features loops on one side and a smooth surface on the other. This makes it ideal for activewear and casual clothing because it offers moisture-wicking properties while maintaining a comfortable feel against the skin."}]},"entry_sources":{"pilling_tendency":["https://www.xyyfabric.com/blog/is-terry-cloth-resistant-to-pilling-384382.html"],"break_in_softening":["https://www.xyyfabric.com/blog/how-does-terry-cloth-hold-up-in-the-laundry-1012615.html"],"cold_water_flat_dry_care":["https://modaknits.com/will-100-cotton-hoodie-shrink/","https://rshantilal.co.in/should-you-wash-hoodies-the-complete-guide-to-cleaning-without-shrinking"],"100_cotton_shrinkage_risk":["https://modaknits.com/will-100-cotton-hoodie-shrink/","https://runtangtex.com/french-terry-fabric-for-hoodies/"],"french_terry_loopback_interior":["https://poshmark.com/listing/Authentic-Lacoste-Loungewear-Full-Zip-Hoodie-Black-Gray-French-Terry-Mens-L-6a57c3fe243dae442b740cb7","https://mobiletore.com/terry-cloth/"]}}}},"handle":"croc-logo-zipped-hoodie-9707-520","storefront_path":"/en/men-clothing/sweatshirts-hoodies/zip-ups/croc-logo-zipped-hoodie--9707-520","storefront_url":"https://ai.simons.ca/en/men-clothing/sweatshirts-hoodies/zip-ups/croc-logo-zipped-hoodie--9707-520"}}