Best blanket hoodies for hunkering down this winter

The ongoing cost of living crisis and the spike in energy bills have rapidly altered our shopping habits. From heated clothes airers to air fryers, energy efficiency is top of the agenda in 2024– and blanket hoodies are set to dominate for the third year running.

Pioneered by Australian brand Oodie, the hooded and sleeved throws sold out left right and centre last winter. Hot property as a means to hold off turning on the central heating for as long as possible, everyone from TikTokers (#oodie has 486.3 million views, and counting) to money expert Martin Lewis making a compelling case for the blankets.

A cost-effective way to keep cosy without causing your household bills to soar, most of the blankets are complete with hoods, sleeves or armholes and are usually finished in a plush fleece fabric.

While Oodie remains the market leader, plenty more brands and retailers have launched their