Is the Zella Soft Luxe Boxy Crew Sweatshirt worth it?

If softness and a relaxed fit matter most, it delivers. If you expect a sweatshirt to survive repeated washing without pilling, the complaints suggest looking at other Zella styles.

It has a boxy, easy cut, and buyers say it fits true to size. Size down if you want a closer fit.

Many owners report pilling after the first wash or a few wears, and some mention snagging and lines in the fabric.

A stretch-modal blend scuba fabric, with ribbed cuffs and hem.

How should I care for it?

Some owners say it became unwearable after washing as directed, so wash it gently and consider air drying to limit pilling.

Is it good for travel?

Buyers call it cozy for travel and lounging, and the boxy cut layers easily.

Where is the Zella Soft Luxe Boxy Crew Sweatshirt cheapest?

At Nordstrom, for $34.50, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the Zella Soft Luxe Boxy Crew Sweatshirt?

Rated 3.6 out of 5 from 44 ratings. Buyers like: Very soft and comfortable fabric; Fits well and true to size; Cozy for travel and lounging. Common complaints: Pilling and little balls after the first wash; Pilled after only a few wears.

Zella Soft Luxe Boxy Crew Sweatshirt Price History: Lowest $34.50

What reviewers say

3.6 / 544 ratings

Owners like the softness, fit and coziness, and many say it runs true to size. Durability is the recurring complaint: pilling, snagging and lines in the fabric, with some calling it unwearable after washing as directed.

What people mention

SoftnessPraisedBuyers repeatedly call the scuba fabric very soft and plush.
FitPraisedOwners say the boxy cut fits well and runs true to size.
PillingCriticisedMany report little balls and pilling after the first wash or a few wears.
DurabilityCriticisedSome say it does not hold up like other Zella garments and became unwearable after washing as directed.
Fabric finishCriticisedBuyers mention snagging and lines in the material.

From Nordstrom

Stretch-modal blend scuba fabric for exceptional softness
Ribbed cuffs and hem
Plush comfort for after a long week or a tough workout
Exclusively at Nordstrom
New markdown, on sale

Sizes: XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL
Materials: 50% modal, 45% polyester, 5% spandex
Sizing: Customers say the fit runs true to size; one reviewer says it runs slightly large.
Care: Machine wash, dry flat
Returns: Free returns anytime; purchases made online can also be returned or exchanged at any Nordstrom store, free of charge.
Shipping: Free shipping. Free returns. All the time.

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