Poodle Graphic Hoodie

A Playful Gaze, Held in Sky Blue.

Introducing The Gaze Hoodie from Empty Reference—a piece that approaches the graphic hoodie as a question rather than a statement. Rendered in a luminous, optimistic sky blue, it serves as the perfect backdrop for its central motif: a singular, hand-drawn cartoon Poodle. This is not a generic clip-art animal; it’s an artistic rendering with intentional, wobbly lines and a personality that suggests both nobility and whimsy. Crafted from the same precise 61.7% polyester and 38.3% cotton blend as our Notation Hoodie, it offers that coveted combination of next-to-skin softness and a clean, casual structure. This is a piece designed to inject a moment of intellectual playfulness into the everyday uniform.

🐩 A Study in Lighthearted Reference:

✔ Luminous Sky Blue Ground - A clear, cheerful blue that acts as a vibrant canvas, ensuring the graphic pops with freshness and energy.
✔ Signature Hand-Drawn Illustration - The Poodle is rendered with an artist’s touch, featuring uneven outlines and a quirky character that celebrates imperfection and avoids corporate slickness.
✔ Balanced Fleece-Blend Comfort - Our engineered fabric blend delivers lightweight warmth, breathable comfort, and a shape that holds up to all-day wear without becoming baggy.
✔ The Empty Reference on “The Pet as Icon” - Why a Poodle? It is one of the most culturally coded canines—an emblem of both extravagance and intelligence. We place it here not as a pet, but as a recognizable symbol to be gazed upon and reinterpreted.
✔ Effortless, Unisex Silhouette - Features a classic relaxed fit, a roomy front pocket, and a adjustable drawstring hood, making it an incredibly easy and versatile layer.

✏️ The Anatomy of a Whimsical Symbol:

The Graphic Story: The Poodle is drawn as if sketched in a margin—alive and immediate. This hand-drawn quality is key; it feels personal, slightly subversive, and connects to a tradition of doodles and personal iconography, distancing itself from mass-produced graphics.

The Color Context: The choice of sky blue is deliberate. It’s a color of openness, clarity, and a certain neutrality, which allows the somewhat aristocratic, curated image of the Poodle to become approachable and modern. It’s a friendly contradiction.

Styling the Playful Proposition: This hoodie is your go-to for intelligent leisure. Wear it with cream-colored chinos or classic denim to let the blue shine. Layer it under a utility vest for texture, or pair it with tailored shorts for a smart-casual contrast. It’s ideal for weekend explorations, creative studio days, or any occasion that calls for a dose of visual wit and uncomplicated comfort.

Model: 186cm / 65kg, wears size XL.
Manual measurement may vary by 1–2cm.