Don't feel silly if you thought "ninja" upon first seeing the Iron Man 3 Armor Hoodie. Etsy merchant Catherine Kim of the store Awesome Knight Hoodie put her own unique spin on Tony Stark's iconic suit or armor. The result is an all-black hoodie that features nods to several of Stark's suits.
The Iron Man 3 Armor Hoodie has features from four different types of suits, which makes it ideal for hardcore fans. However, it's also great for casual fans as the all-black color scheme makes it a lot less conspicuous than typical superhero hoodies. That being said, geeking out is as easy as pulling up the hood and pulling down the face mask. The hoodie is currently on sale for $450.
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