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Even the best wearable blankets out there aren't exactly fashionable, but Good Housekeeping editors and Good Housekeeping Institute Lab pros alike can attest to their comfort. And in the dead of winter when the temperature drops to single digits and the wind is whipping? These garments are an absolute pleasure to snuggle up in.
Just like your favorite blanket, they're super soft to keep you warm and cozy. What separates them from the standard throw blanket, though, is that they won't slip off you while you're lounging, plus you can move about the house doing chores and stay just as snug as you had been in bed or on the couch. Here, a look at our favorites, based on feedback from editors and Lab pros who swear by their own wearable blankets in the winter.
Editors and testers liked the throw blanket version of this wearable blanket so much that it earned a past Good Housekeeping Bedding Award. The wearable version is just as widely liked amongst our staff members.
The sherpa fleece has a velvety texture that's ultra-soft and, according to Textiles, Paper and Apparel Lab Associate Director Emma Seymour, is comfortable to wear around the house. "The cinched cuffs around the wrists help keep it in place and prevent it from getting dirty when cooking," she says. We also love that there is a roomy hoodie and two big pockets that are lined with the same plush sherpa material.
You can snag this wearable blanket for everyone on your list, too, since it comes in small, standard, oversize and kid sizes. There are also 16 different colors to choose from.
The Snuggie debuted in 2008, immediately garnering attention for its iconic infomercial. Sixteen laters and this OG wearable blanket still holds up. Home & Apparel Reviews Analyst Amanda Constantine loves hers so much that she keeps one at her desk. "It may look a bit silly, but the Snuggie is so convenient," she says. "Most wearable blankets feel too heavy or restrictive to me, but this one is very thin and lightweight, so it doesn’t weigh me down or pull on my shoulders or neck."
It isn't as wearable when standing, since you put your arms through in the front (it doesn't go over your head), but Constantine says the sleeves don't get in the way of the tasks like working on the computer — she can type without issue. And if she doesn't need full-coverage? "I sometimes fold the top down to use it as a blanket on my lap instead of wearing the sleeves." Like our top overall pick, this one also comes with two large pockets.
The fleece option only comes in one size, but the brand says it fits most adults, providing head-to-toe coverage. Choose from five different colors and patterns.
This Shark Tank sensation, which combines the coziness of a soft blanket with the fit of an oversized hoodie, has a near-perfect star rating on Amazon. Reviewers liked that this microfiber and sherpa wearable blanket offers a high level of warmth and coziness but more versatility and portability, thanks to a design that doesn’t drag on the floor.
For taller folks or those who do want more leg coverage, the brand also makes this long version. It's also reversible, so you can rock the sherpa side or the silky velour fleece, depending on your preferences. Both sides have a roomy kangaroo pocket so you can stash your phone, the remote or anything else you want close at hand.
For kids 10 and under, The Comfy makes a mini version of its original wearable blanket. Like the adult version, the brand says one size fits most. The materials are all the same — it’s double layered with velvety fleece microfiber on the outside and fluffy sherpa on the inside. It also has the same kangaroo pocket on the front for keeping hands toasty or stashing a few must-haves like a remote or a phone. Choose from nine colors and patterns, including a licensed Minnie Mouse option.
This extra-long wearable blanket boasts one feature that sets it apart from the rest: The hood has a built-in eye mask you can pull down to block out light when you want to snooze — perfect for napping. The oversized front pocket also features zippers, so items don't slip out while you're lounging. And, like our top overall pick, this option has wrist cuffs to help prevent the blanket from slipping down while you cook, type or do other chores.
Your body won't feel overwhelmed by this option, either, since the silky soft sherpa fabric contains a touch of spandex to give the garment some stretch and allow it to better move with you.
UGG devotees will flip for this splurge-worthy wearable blanket, which is made of plush fleece. The long-line hoodie has a slimmer look that's more fashion-forward than most wearable blankets, plus has braided detailing that mirrors that of the brand's popular Tasman slipper. We also like that this pick has a split hem for better range of movement, cuffed sleeves to allow you to do more without the blanket getting in the way and a kangaroo pouch for stashing essentials or keeping hands warm.
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Brigitt Earley is a freelance writer with nearly 15 years of experience. She has extensive experience reviewing consumer products of all kinds, including throws, hoodies and wearable blankets. For this roundup, she thoroughly researched the market, worked with experts in the Good Housekeeping Institute and polled colleagues to find out what wearable blankets they use and love.
Brigitt is a writer, editor and craft stylist with nearly 15 years of experience. She specializes in lifestyle topics, including home, health, parenting, beauty, style, food, entertaining, travel and weddings. She has written for Glamour, People, Good Housekeeping, Women's Health, Real Simple, Martha Stewart, Apartment Therapy, The Spruce, and more.
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