Whilst many oversized blanket hoodies are big enough to sneak the kids inside too (and trust us, they’re probably going to want to give that a go), you may prefer to treat them to their own. We did find this one to be ever so slightly looser around the bottom, letting the odd autumnal draft in – but on the plus side Snuggly says theirs can be tumble dried on a low heat, unlike Oodie’s. Longer than most, cushiony soft and cosy without being too bulky, this one from UK-made brand Onesnug gets a big thumbs up from us.

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It’s got all the essentials – hood, big front pouch, long length – while this Sherpa fleece has a particularly fine knit, giving it a neat look. Extra large, extra warm and extra snuggly, Kudd.ly’s hoodie is like wearing a bear hug and is so big you’ll be able to curl your entire body up inside. There is a lot of debate on the Mumsnet forums about how to keep warm this winter, and blanket hoodies have been a popular point of discussion. Today’s hooded blankets are a world away from embarrassingly old, greying loungewear you wouldn’t be seen dead in.Coming in seven colours, there's not as much design choice as other brands, but overall we love the furry texture and cosy oversized fit. If you’re after that fluffier, soft-as-clouds style of fleece rather than the denser type of, say, Oodie, this is the best one we tested. Arguably the original and most famous, the word ‘Oodie’ is now synonymous with hooded blankets – we even found ourselves telling people that we were “testing out Oodies” when talking about this feature.

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It also got the ‘paws up’ from our feline tester, who couldn’t stop kneading into this super-soft fabric (on the downside this sherpa fabric does collect cat hair like a magnet…) Admittedly, it doesn't match the quality or pattern choice that you get with an Oodie, but the Sienna is a fantastic alternative without the eye-watering price tag. It would make a great Christmas gift too, especially alongside a pair of the best women's slippers.It comes in just one colour, ivory, in keeping with The White Company’s typical neutral palette – very Cameron Diaz in The Holiday, we feel.

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The open sleeves do let in a little cold air, but it’s made up for with a longer-than-average shape. It’s also great value, and will certainly keep you warm this winter.Wrap yourself in warmth and comfort with the best blanket hoodie. We've scoured the UK market and chosen the best oversized hoodies that combine cosiness and style.