Alright, look. I’m not usually the type to rave on about clothes, but fair dinkum—this Essentials Hoodie and Essentials Tracksuit have become absolute staples for me lately. I didn’t plan it, didn’t think too hard about it, just grabbed ’em one day and now I’m wearing ’em almost every week.
Melbourne Morning Made Me Do It
I remember when I bought my first Essentials Hoodie. I was in Melbourne, last winter. It was colder than I thought it’d be — that kind of cold that catches you off guard when the wind hits. I didn’t pack right, so I was walking around the city just trying to stay warm.
I ended up down some laneway, just looking for somewhere to step in and thaw out a bit. Found this little shop, nothing fancy, but they had a few racks of clothes. I wasn’t even trying to shop, really — just cold. Then I saw this hoodie. Plain, clean, nothing on it. Looked decent. I tried it on and straight away it felt good. Not too heavy, not stiff, just… easy. Soft on the inside, didn’t itch, didn’t bunch up weird.
I didn’t even wait. Took off the jacket I had, paid for the hoodie, and wore it out the door. Kept it on the rest of the trip. Still wear it now. It’s just one of those things that slips into your life without you thinking about it too much — no big deal, but you end up reaching for it all the time.
Works All Over Australia
What I reckon I like best? It just works. Doesn’t matter where you are in Aus — muggy Brisbane arvos, windy Melbourne days, freezing mornings down in Tassie — it fits in without trying. You don’t have to overthink it. Chuck it on and you’re good.
Same goes for the Essentials Tracksuit. It’s that kind of gear that does its job without making a scene. No big logos, no weird cuts — just simple, solid stuff that feels good to wear.
Hoodie Highlights:
- Doesn’t get all sweaty inside
- Good weight for layering
- No logos screaming at ya
Tracksuit Wins:
- Sits right—not tight, not saggy
- Cuffed bottoms, thank god
- Great for travel, especially those early Qantas flights
Worn It Everywhere—Not Even Joking
Sydney
Had it on for a Bondi-to-Bronte walk, no dramas. Chucked the Essentials Hoodie over a tee, and it held up just right when that sea breeze hit.
Brisbane
Okay, yeah, it’s hot. But early mornings and indoors (bloody air con!) still make the tracksuit handy. I’ve worn it to grab brekkie on James Street—no one batted an eye.
Adelaide
Markets on a Saturday? Hoodie. Couch on a Sunday? Tracksuit. Works for both. One of the few things I own that I don’t mind being seen in AND can nap in.
Perth
Evenings cool down quickly here. Hoodies saved me heaps when I’m out at mates’ places or walking along the coast. Doesn’t flap around like cheap stuff.
Hobart
Let’s be real—this is where the Essentials Tracksuit shines. Cold, wet, windy… and this thing holds its own. Plus, it dries quickly when it gets a bit wet from the misty mornings.
Darwin
You wouldn’t think it, but the dry season nights actually make the hoodie handy. Took it to Mindil Markets and was glad I had it once the sun dipped.
Canberra
Uni runs, late library sesh, and early morning bus rides—hoodie and tracksuit both got plenty of wear. Not too loud, not too plain. Just chill.
It’s Tough Too
I’ve had mine for nearly a year—washed it tons, worn it more than I should admit—and it still looks pretty bloody decent. No weird stretching, cuffs still hug the wrists, and the colour’s not all faded like other stuff I’ve had.
Mates Are Onto It Now
I’ve seen my mate Tom rocking the Essentials Tracksuit on a Woolies run, and even my cousin in Newcastle’s started wearing the hoodie to footy training. Think people are cottoning on—good gear doesn’t have to cost a fortune or be all flashy.
Should Ya Buy It?
Dunno, up to you. But if you want something you can throw on without thinking and feel half-decent in, I’d say go for it. The Essentials Hoodie and Essentials Tracksuit have earned their place in my weekly routine. And honestly, they’re way better than some overpriced stuff I’ve bought before.
Comfy, easy, Aussie-weather-proof. Can’t ask for much more, hey?