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Light Up Hoodies Guide – Best Hoodies to buy today

What are light up hoodies

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Light up hoodies have EL wire running around the front seam and the hood, which glows in a choice of colors and in slow and fast blinking modes. EL is short for Electro Luminescent, and is a wire that lights up when powered by electricity from a battery. Most light up hoodies are charged by 2 AA batteries inside a battery pack unit which is hidden away in the seam of the hoodie’s pocket.

Light up hoodies are getting more and more popular with every passing day. They have been around for some time now, and if we talk about light up clothes, they’ve been around for decades, worn by celebrities and glam rock stars of yesteryears.

How much do light up hoodies cost

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The biggest difference between light up clothes of that time and today is that now, they have become very affordable and easily available to anyone. A decent light up hoodie costs anywhere between $50 and $70, and you can buy them from a wide choice of online stores. You will find them on Amazon, and most other ecommerce websites. With Amazon’s air-tight return and refund policies, it makes more sense to buy from there. A problem with the light up hoodies which makes it more important to have a return policy in place, is that their size runs slightly tight and on the smaller side, so many times they don’t fit well, and the hoodie has to be exchanged with the next higher size. Amazon does that without any questions asked, and immediately.

Along with light up hoodies you can also go in for light up T-shirts, halter tops, ties, sunglasses and a lot of other clothing accessories available to buy from online stores.

Where to wear light up hoodies

Light up hoodies are extremely popular with young and old, and is becoming the hoodie of choice for festivals, music concerts, parties, jogging at night, discotheques and funky celebrations and night-outs. Though a lot of youngsters wear light up hoodies, the older audience is also wearing them. Many people who jog or cycle at night prefer to wear light up hoodies as it makes them visible in the dark. Most light up hoodies also come with a sound activated battery pack option, which makes the EL wires light up to the sound of music. This costs an additional $8-10.

Lots of skateboarders also like to wear light up hoodies, and another great combination would be wearing light up hoodies while riding your hoverboard, also known as the mini segway.

What care has to be taken of light up hoodies

Though light up hoodies are durable, of a good material and well made, care has to be taken when washing them. The instructions with the EL hoodies say that they are machine washable but should be washed in cold and delicate mode and should NOT be put in a dryer as it will spoil the hoodie.

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IMPORTANT NOTE: Unplug the battery plug and remove it from the hoodie before washing. If it gets into water, the battery pack will stop working.

TIP: If you put in rechargeable batteries, you will not need to buy new batteries every time you go out in your light up hoodie.

A fresh pair of batteries on the average lasts for about 8-10 hours. A good piece of advice from someone who regularly wears light up hoodies, is that if you plan to wear the light up hoodie for a long duration, then you should carry along an extra pair of AA batteries.

Light up hoodies come in how many colors

For most light up hoodies, the options for the colors in which the EL wire glows are Blue, Green, Pink, Red and White. The lights are controlled by a single switch on the battery pack. Just by pressing it you can switch from off to on, to slow blinking to fast blinking.

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The blue color glows the brightest amongst all of the colors of the EL wires, and is more popular than the others.

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The optional sound activated battery charger pack which will make the light glow according to the beats of the music, is especially awesome in music festivals and parties.

Are light up hoodies of a good quality

The material of the hoodie is very good, and feels thick and soft. It is made from the regular track suit material and is of a good quality. The hoodie is quite warm and will keep you warm and cosy in spring or fall, but it is not enough for the real winter cold.

The EL or the electro luminescent wire is stitched on very neatly, and even when the wire is not glowing, say in the day time, it looks good.

As for the size of the light up hoodies, most people need to order one size up. The hoodies are fitted (slim cut), and may feel small if you order it in your regular size. We suggest that you order one size up.

Some people who have ordered the light up hoodies have noticed a faint buzzing sound when the EL wire is lit. It is more audible when you wear the hood and the EL wire is close to your ears.

Overall the light up hoodie is a terrific piece of glowing apparel, a head turner, good quality, the EL wire lasts for about 3 years, they work well and you should go get one for yourself now.

Here are the Top 10 best light up hoodies

1.

O-MAYEVER LED Light up Jacket for Men and Women Unisex Novelty Costume for Burning Man Party Carnivals Halloween Xmas Raves White
  • This light up jacket broke out of traditional party's ideals.With the help of LED Flashing Lights, catch all people's attention in the night.it's more funny and glamorous.
  • Material:100% polyester ;Design: Cool LED light-emitting design coats, especially attractive at night.The recreational style of the cap is very suitable for young people or non-mainstream.
  • Removable Battery - Batteries can be taken off, easily to be removable with a Battery Pack.Working ways: 3* AA battery (not included).
  • Comfortable and breathable.
  • The LED light up costume Great For Club, Music festival, electronic syllable,birthday party,Sport, Stage,Christmas Party,Carnival,Festivals Stage Performance! also can wear in daily life.

2.

lumisonata Men's LED Light up Pullover Hoodies Full Zip Hooded Sleeveless Tank Top-Multicolor,App Control,Smart Wear (L)
  • 【Color Mode】It has tens of light colors and flashing modes.★Monochrome mode---Red,Green,Blue,White,Pink,Purple etc.★Polychromatic mode---multicolor change automatically.★Music Mode---Colors glow to the beat of your phone’s music. ★Microphone Mode---Colors glow to the beat of surrounding music.
  • 【Mobile Phone APP Control】You can change the light colors and modes by Mobile Phone APP (Support Android and IOS system).
  • 【Occasion】The fiber optic hoodies is the best novelty gift for Christmas new year birthday and festival. It is perfect for night out,cycling and running at night,and it eye-catching for party,stage,club,performance,dancing,show,ballroom,concert,music festival and so on.
  • 【Glowing Effect】The glowing effect is much better in a darker environment.
  • Can be hand washed,detail please follow the instruction book in the package. We provide one year warranty for electronic accessories.

3.

Light up Cool Hoodies LED Fiber Optic Sleeveless Costume Hoodie Glow in the Dark Sweatshirts,Mobile APP Control (XL) White
  • 【Color Mode】It has tens of light colors and flashing modes.★Monochrome mode---Red,Green,Blue,White,Pink,Purple etc.★Polychromatic mode---multicolor change automatically.★Music Mode---Colors glow to the beat of your phone’s music. ★Microphone Mode---Colors glow to the beat of surrounding music.
  • 【Mobile Phone APP Control】You can change the light colors and modes by Mobile Phone APP (Support Android and IOS system). Rechargeable polymer lithium battery, USB charging.
  • 【Occasion】The fiber optic hoodies is the best novelty gift for Christmas new year birthday and festival. It is perfect for night out,cycling and running at night,and it eye-catching for party,stage,club,performance,dancing,show,ballroom,concert,music festival and so on.
  • 【Glowing Effect】The glowing effect is much better in a darker environment.
  • 【Garment Care】Hand wash only. Dryer or iron is forbidden.Hang dry only.

4.

Light up Jacket LED Costume Colourful LED Jacket/Coat for Men Women and Kids | Perfect for Raves, Party, Christmas Party, Music...
  • American sizes: LED light up apparel & clothing often come in foreign sizes and end up being far too small as the sizes do not correspond to standard American sizing. The light-up jacket is sized exactly by regular American sizing. We offer kids and adult men’s and women’s sizes. Simply select your size and rest assured that your jacket will fit properly.
  • How does the light up jacket operate: The jacket comes with a battery pack inside of the right pocket. Three AA (double-A) batteries are required. Batteries are not included. When not on, the jacket is a white hoodie windbreaker. To clean, gently wipe with a damp, soapy towel.
  • Quality LED lights: Packaged with multi-colored LED lights, our jacket is bright and works well. The LED lights and battery pack are securely wired and will not detach, even after extended wear. The lights can be set to flash or to stay lit.
  • When can I wear this jacket: Halloween, classroom, social gatherings, family events, night club, rave, festivals, concert, party, New Year, costume parties, talent shows, dance performances, dance competitions, senior party, electric glow runs, party outfit, fashion shows, celebrity, wedding, fraternity, high school, Mardi Gras, cosplay, Comicon, 4th of July, carnival, neon, college, bachelor party, sweet sixteen, frat, sorority, birthday, dress-up, Christmas, Hanukkah, stocking stuffer, gift.
  • Guardmans 1 year warrenty: Clothing should be something you can actually trust – that’s why we’ve done our best to create something that will make even the most hardcore partier proud. Backed up by a 1-Year No Questions Asked Warranty, you have every good reason to try one!

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lumisonata Led Men's Hoodie Light Up Full-Zip Sleeveless Hoodies Glow Cyberpunk Jacket Sweatshirt App Control for Party(Black)
  • 【Fiber Optic Fabric】Glow pullover hooded is made of optical fiber fabric (outer) and common fabric (inside), which is durable and lightweight. Halloween costumes for men come in a variety of sizes to fit most body types. For detailed size information, please refer to the standard size table.
  • 【Mobile Phone App Control】Use the controller, or download a dedicated APP to control the lights (Support Android and IOS Systems). The color of the light can be adjusted at will according to the color palette of the APP. Hip hop tops have a total of 29 modes. When you use the APP to play music, the light will change with the rhythm of the music or the sound of your surroundings.
  • 【Garment Care】The glow zip up hoodie can be washed in a normal washing machine or hand washed in a water temperature not exceeding 60 degrees Celsius. The battery controller of the whole light up pullover hooded sweatshirt sexy must be removed before it is washed in the washing machine. Dryer or iron is forbidden. (Hang dry only).
  • 【Battery Rechargeable】Rechargeable battery for recycling using, USB rechargeable battery for power, the luminous sleeveless hoodie supports USB charging and can be used for 3-15 hours on a single charge. Charging time is 4.5 hours for full charging.
  • 【Multi-Occasions】These hoodie zip up is made of ultra-soft fabric which is lightweight, breathable, and comfortable. Halloween party favors are good for raves, parties, discos, hip-hop, concert, fancy dress ball, performance, gatherings, cosplay dresses, Halloween costumes for men and women, and even walking on the street.

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HomDSim Anime Spirit Animal Hood Hoods Furry Hoodie,RGB Led Stripe Light Up Rainbow Flashing Control,Faux Fur Hat with Warm Scarf...
  • 1.Material:100% Polyester.Can be worn as scarf, hat or paw mittens. The softest faux fur available.One size fits most Adults and Teens.Perfect for party or halloween cutomes.
  • 2.Ultra RGB Stripe color changing with control LEDS built in, amazing for all parties,festival cosplay,christmas, and any events,rave dancing.Great For Club,Christmas Party,Carnival,Festivals Stage Performance! also can wear in daily life or wedding when no lighting.
  • 3.Removable Battery - Batteries can be taken off, easily to be removable with a Battery Pack. The Battery Pack is hidden in a secret stash Pocket with Zipper Workable Battery: 3A, 3pcs(not included battery)
  • 4.Hat portion features adorable ears; Paws are roomy pockets you can put your hands in or use to store keys, cell phones, and other small items.Slip into the roomy paw pockets to keep your hands warm
  • 5.Animals Design - Embossed Ears and Horn look cute and lovely; This is really a good hood for you. Perfect for any kinds parties or best gifts for friends, daughter and granddaughter who loves it.Original wild spirit animal hoods.Fun animal style is great for costumes, or just a wilder way to stay warm during the winter.Keeps you warm even in freezing temperatures.
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aifuu Mens Womens LED Flash Light Rave Jacket Pants Baseball Hoodies Sport Outwear Party Costume Xmas Fancy Dress
  • 【Adult size】▼▼Runs small. Order a size up!!!▼. fit for weight/kg: S= 40-45kg,M= 45-50kg, L= 50-55kg, XL=60-65kg, 2XL= 70-75kg, 3XL= 80-90kg;
  • 【Children size】fit for age: S= 6,7,8; M= 9,10,11 ; L= 12,13,14;
  • 【Material】100% polyester. Packed with multi-colored LED lights, our jacket is bright and works well. The LED lights and battery pack are securely wired and will not detach, even after extended wear. The lights can be set to flash or to stay lit.
  • 【SPECIFICATIONS & CARE】The jacket comes with a battery pack inside of the right pocket. Three AA (double-A) batteries are required. Batteries are not included. When not on, the jacket is a white hoodie windbreaker. To clean, gently wipe with a damp, soapy towel.
  • 【MULTI-USE: Halloween】 classroom, social gatherings, family events, night club, rave, festivals, concert, party, New Year, costume parties, talent shows, dance performances, dance competitions, senior party, electric glow runs, party outfit, fashion shows, celebrity, wedding, fraternity, high school, Mardi Gras, cosplay, Comicon, 4th of July, carnival, neon, college, bachelor party, sweet sixteen, frat, sorority, birthday, dress-up, Christmas, Hanukkah, stocking stuffer, gift.

8.

SZTOPFOCUS Hooded Sequin LED Jacket Light Up Coat With Smart Led Lights
  • Amazing led fur coats for women and men: It is a showstopper, you will have so much fun wearing it in a dance performance or at a dressy dinner dance
  • Neon glow led jacket: It is built in waterproof brightness led stripe, has 200 color-changing modes and operated by smart Bluetooth APP. You can easily set the lights modes as your preferred colors and all eyes will be on your lol and a huge hit at your party
  • The zipper opening is convenient to take the Led stripe out and wash the jacket, work out the difficulty in cleaning when your favorite vest hoodie gets dirty. It’s a fashion outwear as a normal sequin jacket when lights not turned on, can wear in daily life or wedding as it’s warm and windproof in the winter
  • USB power supply, work with power bank or 4pcs AA 1.5v battery (not included battery)
  • Four sizes are available (small, medium, large, extra large), this light up jacket is fit for both men and women, a fashion style at burning man costume party, clubs, carnival festival ,rave outfit, Stage Performance, a nice gift for couples and lovers, also can be a family dress at Christmas party

9.

Peanuts laying Snoopy Light up Hoodie Pullover Hoodie
  • officially licensed by Peanuts
  • graphic artwork OPNT-0042
  • 8.5 oz, Classic fit, Twill-taped neck

10.

PlayMate Men Shirts Light Up Hoodie for Men Zip up 3D Pattern Print LED Jacket Casual Glow Sweatshirts with Pockets (White # 001,...
  • thankgiving clothes xl soft ging hoodie sweatshirt coat bomber blazer xl hoodies graphic 3d sleeveless clearance patchwork printed letter college lined oversized xl halloween costumes sweater loose top xxxl pullover 3/4 roll-up baggy plain stand blouse confortable sweatshirts xl rose gold hooded back split asymmetric hem tunics high-low cardigan xxl 2022 raglan block sleeve t-shirts crew neck wicking tee tops xxl heavyweight retro t shirts running fitness closure
  • printing dress shirt men's casual lightweight raglan henley hoodie v neck basic tee hooded xl sunblock quick-dry hoody sports sweatshirt floral paisley men’s pure fashion t-shirts xxl upf 53+ uv performance brief comfy loose vents sublimation print world map stylish & block stripes up t-shirt xl men's business slim-fit gingham contrast swim hippie drawstring yoga henleys regular xxl mens luxury men's short-sleeve crewneck jumper knitwear o unisex patrick's day irish outfit
  • proof travel sleepwalker xl vapor warm loose-fitting the flash jersey printed bright color microfiber front hard land tactical sweatpants marvel pajama relaxed xl new chic gap field work mens short sleeve shirts xl linen cotton button down fishing tees xl spread collar plain summer men's workwear xl midweight long-sleeve t-shirt long upf sun protection quick dry cooling side xl mesh rash guard slim fit men | breathable solid retro t tops xl blouse sleeves shirt xl fashion colorful
  • three-button classic soft stretch big and tall turn-down sport styles regular-fit splicing patchwork xl quick dry athletic training jersey collage crew novelty xl cool teens hoodies pattern couple flower graphics golf wicking chinese traditional tai chi kung fu mandarin frog-button waistcoat xl sleeveless pockets front cardigans tang suit 3/7 martial vintage suits xl men's sleeves business dot printing dress hipster hip hop graffiti print crew shirt moisture wicking fabric
  • hippie colorful loose xl mens ethnic style fit fashion leaf men's shirts casual cotton linen short sleeve baggy tops pocket solid button up down long xl summer beach henley lightweight tees plain stand collar blouses regular yoga top t-shirt basic blouse roll-up striped breathable unisex 3d printed t- couples xxl t-shirts graphic tee crewneck for men creative shirt animal clothing s-5xl slim art o-neck muscle men's premium inner contrast xxl vintage baggy linen retro blouse
  • Special size type: plus-size
  • Fit type: Athletic Fit

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5 important Tips about Light Up Hoodies


1. They are fitted and a slim cut so you may want to order one size up.

2. Buy rechargeable batteries if you plan to use your light up hoodie frequently

3. If you plan to wear your light up hoodies for a longer stretch of time, carry along an extra pair of AA batteries

4. The battery pack has to removed before washing, it must not be machine dried

5. It is best to buy from Amazon which has a standard returns policy, as the size goes awry sometimes, and on rare occasions the hoodie might be defective

You may also like these cool light up EL wire sunglasses.

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20 Pack LED Glasses New Years Eve Christmas Party Supplies, 6 Colors Light Up Glasses Shutter Shades Glow Sticks Glasses Led Party...
  • 【Perfect Neon Glow Party Supplies】LED glasses party pack include 20 led glasses 6 color, Pink, Green, Red, Purple, Blue,White. 3 LED lights are installed in this Shutter Shades glasses and come with 3 batteries. Just press the switch and you can switch to fast flashing mode of your LED Light up Glasses.
  • 【High-Quality Plastic Materials】The shutter shades are made of environmentally friendly sturdy high-quality PC plastic that without fear of being easily damaged after falling. Safe, non-toxic, and premium quality. The LED shutters glasses do not block off the vision, No glare, no UV radiation, No effect on vision and no heat generation
  • 【Reusable, Long Lasting Glow Party Supplies】Each pair of flashing glasses has an On & Off Switch & A Plastic Insert, you only remove it and one click switch in the middle of the glasses. Glasses will start working, Flashing and Bright light. Will make your party shine with these LED Glow Neon Flashing Sunglasses.
  • 【All Bang for Your Buck!】-Throwing the best glow party is no easy feat and you don’t need to break the bank to do it. Our party pack of LED Party Sunglasses gives you everything you need right out of the box so you can be confident in knowing that there will be no additional expenses. Each pair of LED sunglasses comes individually wrapped with pre-installed batteries so that your order arrives just right. We’re here to change the glow party supply game by offering you nothing but the best!
  • 【Infinite Glow In The Dark Fun】These glow in the dark glasses are great for July 4th Decorations,Independence Day, Halloween party supplies, ugly Christmas sweater accessories, outdoor concerts, birthdays, camping and raves.

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Ainiv Wired Light Up Glasses, LED Luminous Glasses with Power Cord, El Wire Neon Party Glasses Rave Glasses Costumes for Parties, DJ,...
  • 🕶【WIRED LED LIGHTING UP GLASSES】Glow flashing sunglasses are good props for parties, shows, rave concerts and festivals dress up. It's pretty cool and ATTRACTIVE and makes you a star. It is worth noting that please put the lens facing up when storing to avoid wear.
  • 🕶【HIGH QUALITY】These glow glasses are made of high quality EL luminous materials, bringing you excellent visual effects and continuous lighting time at night. With the comfortable ergonomic design, it is a perfect and accessory suitable for men, women and children.
  • ⚡【USB CHARGING】 The built-in lithium battery is fully charged in 20 minutes. Compared with other light-emitting glasses with wires, our wireless design allows you to experience more free and unrestrained fun, and it is also safer.
  • 🕶【3 MODES】Single-button design, long press the button to turn on. Press the button on the battery pack to change the EL glasses to light in any one of three modes: constant light / slow flash / fast flash.

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Max Fun Led Light Up Glasses Toys 30 Plastic Shutter Shades Glasses Led Flashing Glow in The Dark Sticks Sunglasses Christmas Rave Neon...
  • PACKAGE INCLUDED - 30 Flashing Shutter Glasses in one Rave Neon Glow Party Favors Pack. The powerful batteries are included and installed. They are so bright and colorful to bring you a wonderful world.
  • 5 COLORS SHUTTER SHADE GLASSES - This glow glasses party pack come in 5 different colors (Green /Blue /Red /Pink /White), which will bring the party extraordinary fashion vibe. It also can as gifts for friends.
  • HIGH QUALITY LED - The shutter shades are made of environmentally friendly sturdy high-quality plastic that without fear of being easily damaged after falling. Safe, non-toxic, lightweight and premium quality. The LED shutters glasses do not block off the vision, No glare, no UV radiation, No effect on vision and no heat generation. can be used repeatedly and safety product features.
  • 3 MODE COLOR CHANGING - The LED shutter glasses had 3 Mode color changing: slow blink, fast flashing, constant steady on.
  • PERFECT FOR KIDS AND ADULTS - Variety LED lights are perfect for both Kids and Adults. They will add a pleasant atmosphere to the party. Good for concert, night activities, neon glow party, weddings, birthdays party, Halloween, Christmas, camping and raves, concerts, dance party, festivel raves & celebrations, outdoor events and etc.

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Also check out these made for concerts light up T-shirts.

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Illuminated Apparel Interactive Glow in The Dark T-Shirt - Fun for Birthday Parties & Festivals (Black/Green Glow, XLarge)
  • ✮ As seen on TV - BBC Dragons' Den
  • ✮ Draw on your Glow in the Dark T-shirt with light - Make designs over and over again
  • Use the Glow Torch (included) or a Mobile Phone Torchlight
  • ✮ Your designs will last for up to 5 minutes
  • ✮ 100% Cotton & Machine Washable

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Disney Lilo & Stitch Holiday Light Up Stitch T-Shirt
  • Officially Licensed by Disney
  • Graphic Artwork: ODNY-2910
  • Lightweight, Classic fit, Double-needle sleeve and bottom hem

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LED shoes to go with your LED hoodies and accessories

Without a pair of good LED Light Up shoes you cannot complete the look. Today LED Shoes are available at a very affordable price. We have also put together a list of the Top 10 LED shoes as well as a comprehensive buying guide on LED shoes, which you should take a look at right now!

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