Though their origin dates centuries back, the term ‘hoodie’ was coined in the year 1990s. Although they had a rough start, with being associated with criminality and some aspects of marginalised sub-cultures, they have not been accepted as a style icon in the fashion industry. Most people have accepted them as an effective way to stay warm and guard themselves against cold winters and rain. They are now very much in style and do not seem like disappearing anytime soon.