Gioberti Men's Fleece Hoodie Velour Contrast Full Zip Up Jacket - Warm & Stylish for Outdoor Activities, Casual Wear & Winter Fashion

I want to thank EV1 PROFUSELY who mentioned the size situation in their review. I had recently bought a Hanes fleece-lined hoodie for $12.99 in the large size. I 'love' it so much I haven't yet washed it or hung it up! LOL I reach for it anytime I feel the slightest chill. I wanted to get another, but Hanes didn't have much of a color selection. So I came across this Gioberti & decided to give it a shot - who wouldn't when they can get a $50 garment for $18! So I wanted it to fit like my Hanes hoodie did (which I wouldn't mind if it shrank a little from washing) & because so many reviews advised ordering a size larger, I ordered the XL. It fits great/as I wanted it to (with one exception - the cuffs so far are a little tight making it more difficult than many would want when pushing the sleeves up - I hope with use, they'll stretch a bit [just not TOO much!])! I only give it 4 stars because of the zipper. It's a bit pesky - have had to fiddle with it ever time I've used it (maybe why they reduced the price so much?). I understand them wanting to color-coordinate the zipper with the material, but I'd rather have a metal zipper like my Hanes has that works as it should. I'm not wanting anyone to think I'm implying the zipper is defective - I believe it's just me needing to get used to it. Happy Earth rotations, EV1!!!I recently bought two of these jackets in navy to personalize for a Titans game for my husband and I. The jacket does run small and the waistband at the bottom is tighter than expected, but I knew to order a size up thanks to reviews. If you are wider at the hips it may even be better to order 2 sizes up for comfort. The jacket is soft on the inside and somewhat thin, but not really bulky. My only concern is the zipper. It is a plastic zipper that is difficult to zip automatically. Overall, I am giving 3 stars as the jacket is true to the listing, soft, and lightweight. It will be a good purchase for the price as long as the zipper doesn't malfunction.I gave it 3 stars because it is well-made and quality fabric, however, it is not a true fit. I ordered a Man's XL. It barely fits me; I wear a Women's XL. Trying to zip it up, I felt threads breaking along the bottom band. I would order it again because it is a good quality item. But, as a women who usually wears a Women's XL, I would have to order the MEN'S XXL.Bought this for my husband. It fit him perfectly, except the band that goes around the waist is more snug than it should be. He's very slim and it was still too snug to feel comfortable. On the plus side, I now have a new sweatshirt!Giving this 4 stars unfortunately because I ordered a "medium" but these run incredibly big. I can fit two toddlers in it. Definitely not true to size, BUT very very comfortable and thick. Well made too.Although it states the sizes run quite small I ordered a XXXL and it is still just a little on the smaller size for what I would normally find a standard American XL fitting. I have noticed in some store that the sizes on a number of brands run the same way so I used them as a judge in placing my order. Other than that the quality is excellent and material soft and very warm.I bought this for my son way too small xxL he takes a large sleeves were too short. Very comfy and soft i kept it for myselfThe quality is good, shipping time was excellent. However, I feel that somewhere someone should have said that this product sizing is on the small side. All else is good