A few months back, I was grabbing coffee in Fitzroy, Melbourne — the type of place where even your local barista could be in a streetwear campaign — when I noticed just how many people were wearing the Essentials Hoodie. Not the same one either. Different colours, different fits, but the same unmistakable low-key vibe. Clean, simple, kind of cool without trying.
And that’s the point, isn’t it?
We’ve had our oversized logo era. Our neon phase. Our “sweatpants but make it fashion” attempt. But something about this hoodie — and the matching Essentials Tracksuit, for that matter — feels like a return to basics. In the best way.
Australia’s Got a Thing for Low-Key Style
If you live in Australia, you probably already know: we’re not that into dressing to impress. Most days, if you’re not in a suit for work, you’re in a hoodie and sneakers. Maybe that’s why the Essentials Hoodie works so well here.
It doesn’t scream. It doesn’t try too hard. It fits into a Sydney morning walk just as easily as it does on a chilly Hobart afternoon. And honestly, I’ve seen just as many people wearing it to a night out in Brisbane as I have to yoga in Adelaide.
There’s a quiet confidence in that. The hoodie says, “I care, but not too much.” Which, let’s be real, is kind of the Aussie energy in a nutshell.
Why This Stuff Feels Right (and Why I Keep Reaching for It)
There’s a weird comfort in knowing you’ve got go-to pieces in your wardrobe. And I think that’s part of why the Essentials Hoodie has stuck around for me. You don’t have to overthink it. Throw it on, and you’re good. The colour palette helps too — earthy tones, greys, off-whites. Nothing flashy, nothing that’ll make you regret it in a year.
The same goes for the Essentials Tracksuit. It’s the kind of thing I’ve ended up packing no matter where I’m headed. Visiting mates in Sydney for the weekend? It’s in the bag. Road trip down the Great Ocean Road? Yep, again. Even on flights — long-haul or short — it’s what I’m wearing.
There’s no need to dress up, and yet somehow you still look sorted. That’s rare.
Fit, Fabric, and That Weirdly Perfect Weight
One thing that doesn’t get said enough about these pieces: they’re built right. The Essentials Hoodie isn’t just soft — it’s got that in-between weight that makes it ideal year-round in Australia. Thick enough for winter layering in Tasmania, breathable enough for evenings in Queensland.
The Essentials Tracksuit holds up too. The fabric doesn’t pill, doesn’t shrink, doesn’t go saggy at the knees after one wear. And that says a lot, especially when half the gear out there costs twice as much and doesn’t last.
The Tracksuit Revival, But Make It Grown-Up
I used to roll my eyes at tracksuits. Thought they were just something you wore to Coles on a lazy Sunday. But then came the Essentials Tracksuit, and yeah — I was wrong.
This isn’t your dad’s tracksuit from the 90s. The fit’s tighter where it needs to be, looser where you want it. You can pair it with slides or clean white trainers, and suddenly you’ve got an outfit that doesn’t just work — it says something.
I’ve spotted them in the wild across Australia: at dog parks in Perth, on the tram in Melbourne, outside coffee vans in Darwin, and even layered under trench coats in Canberra. It’s not a trend anymore. It’s a staple.
Who’s Actually Wearing It?
You know what’s funny? This isn’t a “fashion crowd only” thing. Sure, you’ll spot it on some streetwear heads in Sydney or down a Melbourne alleyway. But I’ve also seen a retired couple in the same set walking their Labrador along Glenelg Beach in Adelaide. Teenagers at train stations. Mum’s grabbing coffee after daycare drop-off.
It’s not some exclusive look. It’s every day. Just… better.
Even in the tropics — Darwin, Cairns — people keep one in the car for nights when it drops below 25°C (which, let’s be honest, is “cold” if you live up north).
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Can You Wear It to Work?
If you’re asking about a boardroom, probably not. But if your office has relaxed Fridays or you work in media, tech, design, the hoodie slides right in. I’ve worn the Essentials Tracksuit with a nice coat and boots, and no one batted an eye. It’s all in how you carry it.
Is It Worth the Spend?
Look, it’s not dirt-cheap. But here’s the thing — how many hoodies or trackies have you bought that lose shape after a couple of washes? Too many, I bet. I’d rather buy one Essentials Hoodie that I’ll wear for years than cycle through five that fall apart.
And honestly, the Essentials Tracksuit has kind of paid for itself. I wear it more than anything else in my wardrobe. That’s not an exaggeration. It’s the default. The fallback. The “I can’t be bothered” but still somehow look alright outfit.
Final Thought Before You Scroll Away
Fashion’s weird. Trends come and go, brands pop up and disappear. But every now and then, a label gets it just right. That’s where Essentials lands — right at that sweet spot between comfort and style.
If you’re in Australia, you’ve probably already seen it everywhere. If not, you will soon. And when you do finally pull on that Essentials Hoodie, or zip up the Essentials Tracksuit on a cool night in Fremantle or a rainy morning in Newcastle, you’ll get it. Simple as that.
