EVERDINGEN, Caesar van - Winter (Artwork) Hoodie
Design Overview
This hoodie showcases Caesar van Everdingen's Winter, a 17th-century Dutch painting that reimagines the traditional allegorical representation of the season. The design centers on a young woman, elegantly attired, warming her hands over a brazier of glowing coals.
Visual Elements and Symbolism
The artwork's visual focal point is the young woman, rendered in exquisite detail. She wears luxurious clothing, including a pink, fur-lined cape, trimmed with ermine, a lace-trimmed headscarf, and adorned with a pearl necklace and earrings. The vibrant colors and clear contours, characteristic of Van Everdingen's classicist style, create a striking visual impact.
The brazier and the woman's gesture of warming her hands are central to the painting's meaning. The fire represents warmth and potential comfort, creating a striking contrast to the coldness of winter. This can be interpreted in several ways. The painting challenges the traditional representation of Winter as an old and impoverished figure. It instead offers a nuanced and complex view, potentially suggesting comfort and domesticity, or even subtle eroticism.
Interpretation
Art historians have suggested the painting contains a double meaning. The warming over coals, lighting, and lifted skirt has a sensual symbolism, representing desire and a "burning of love" metaphorically.
Unisex Heavy-Blend Hoodie
A soft, cozy hooded sweatshirt built for comfort-first living. This heavy-blend hoodie pairs plush insulation with a clean, unfussy silhouette — roomy enough to curl up in, tidy enough to wear out.
Product Highlights
Made from a thick cotton/polyester blend, this hoodie feels plush the moment you put it on. The fabric traps warmth without feeling bulky, and the soft brushed interior keeps it gentle against the skin — perfect for chilly mornings, late-night walks, or working from the couch.
Practical details matter: the spacious kangaroo pocket gives your hands a place to warm up and keeps small essentials close, while a matching drawstring adds a refined touch that won't clash with print or embroidery. Built with reinforced seams and a balanced weight, it wears like your favorite sweatshirt from week one.
- Thick cotton/polyester blend for softness and thermal comfort
- Brushed interior for a cozy hand-feel
- Large kangaroo pocket for warmth and storage
- Matching drawstring for a clean, coordinated look
- Durable construction designed to hold shape and color
Fit & Style Notes
This hoodie has a relaxed, unisex cut—comfortable as a standalone layer or roomy enough to go over a tee. Prefer a contemporary, oversized look? Consider sizing up one. Want a neater fit for layering under jackets? Stick with your usual size.
Style it with tapered joggers and minimalist sneakers for an elevated casual set, or add a denim jacket and boots for an easy street-ready outfit. It's a versatile base for prints, patches, or embroidered logos.
Size Guide
For best results, measure a hoodie you already own laid flat and compare the chest width and length to the chart below.
| Size | Width (in) | Length (in) | Sleeve (in) |
|---|---|---|---|
| S | 20.08 | 27.17 | 33.50 |
| M | 22.05 | 27.95 | 34.50 |
| L | 24.02 | 29.13 | 35.50 |
| XL | 25.98 | 29.92 | 36.50 |
| 2XL | 27.99 | 31.10 | 37.50 |
| 3XL | 29.92 | 31.89 | 38.50 |
| 4XL | 31.89 | 33.07 | 39.50 |
| 5XL | 33.86 | 33.86 | 40.50 |
Tip: For a roomy, contemporary hoodie, go one size up. For a trim, layered fit, pick your usual size.
Care Instructions
- Machine wash cold (max 30°C / 90°F)
- Use non-chlorine bleach only when necessary
- Do not dry clean
- Tumble dry on medium heat
- If needed, iron or steam on low heat
