How to Clean and Store Your Leatherman Vintage Zip Hoodie
By Leatherman | Published: 2026-10-18
Category: Tips & Care
Learn how to wash, dry, and store your Leatherman Vintage Zip Hoodie so it stays soft, holds its shape, and lasts for years.
Quick answer
To keep your Leatherman Vintage Zip Hoodie in top shape, wash it in cold water on a gentle cycle, air dry it flat, and store it folded in a cool, dry place.
Why proper care matters
The Vintage Zip Hoodie is made from a soft cotton/poly blend with a 100% cotton face. That combination gives you warmth without bulk, but it also means the fabric can shrink or lose its shape if you use hot water or a hot dryer. The throwback logo can also fade or crack over time if the hoodie is not handled gently.
Taking a few extra minutes to wash and dry the hoodie correctly will keep the cotton face smooth, the poly blend stable, and the logo looking sharp for many wears.
Trade-offs: machine vs. hand washing
Machine washing is convenient and fine for most everyday dirt, but hand washing gives you more control and is gentler on the logo and fabric. If you machine wash, always use cold water and a gentle cycle. If you hand wash, use a mild detergent and avoid wringing or twisting the hoodie, which can stretch the cotton.
The hoodie's full-zip design means you should always zip it up before washing to prevent the zipper from snagging the fabric or the pull from banging against the cotton face.
Step-by-step hoodie care routine
- Prepare the hoodie: Zip up the hoodie completely and turn it inside out. This protects the logo and the cotton face from friction and prevents the zipper from snagging. Always zip and turn inside out before washing.
- Wash in cold water: Use a gentle cycle with cold water and a mild detergent. Avoid bleach and fabric softeners, which can break down the cotton fibers and dull the logo. Cold water and a gentle cycle are your safest options.
- Air dry flat: Lay the hoodie flat on a clean, dry towel and reshape it gently. Avoid hanging it while wet, as the weight of the water can stretch the shoulders and the cotton face. Never use a tumble dryer; high heat can shrink the cotton blend.
- Store folded in a cool, dry place: Once fully dry, fold the hoodie and store it in a drawer or on a shelf away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid hanging it for long periods to prevent shoulder stretching. Folding is better than hanging for long-term storage.
About the Leatherman Vintage Zip Hoodie
- Vintage Zip Hoodie: The Vintage Zip Hoodie is made from a soft cotton/poly blend with a 100% cotton face, offering warmth without bulk. The cotton face needs gentle washing and drying to stay soft and avoid pilling, while the poly blend helps the hoodie hold its shape.
Vintage Zip Hoodie
