At its core the broken planet hoodie is more than just a sweatshirt. It’s become a cultural symbol of relaxed style paired with thoughtful design sensibilities. Hoodies have a long history in fashion. Originally popularized in the 1930s for workers and laborers they gradually found prominence in sports and youth culture through the 1970s and 1980s. Today hoodies are ubiquitous in men’s and women’s wardrobes, and their purpose has shifted from utilitarian to expressive.