The Kodak Black x Vlone Zombie hoodie is a piece of music merchandise that became a streetwear collectable. It came from a 2021 collaboration between the American rapper Kodak Black and the label Vlone, and it shows a horror style graphic of the rapper as a zombie. This guide explains where the Kodak Black Vlone hoodie came from, what Vlone is, how to avoid lookalike shops and how to wear and care for a heavy graphic hoodie.
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Where the Kodak Black Vlone Hoodie Came From
In June 2021 Kodak Black marked his birthday with a short music project called Happy Birthday Kodak. Around the same time, he and Vlone released a capsule collection called L.O.V.E. by Kodak Black. Fashion coverage at the time described its look as underground and horror themed, with graphics showing the rapper as a zombie and other dark imagery. The capsule included hoodies, T shirts and joggers, and launch prices were reported at roughly 50 to 150 euros.
The Zombie hoodie was one of the pieces from that drop. Resale listings describe it as a Spring and Summer 2021 release and show black and white colourways. Like most Vlone collaborations, it was made in limited numbers and sold out quickly, which is why it now appears mainly on resale platforms.
What Vlone Is
Vlone is a streetwear label linked to the New York hip hop group ASAP Mob. Public sources say it was started in late 2011 by ASAP Bari and ASAP K, and its hoodies and shirts became well known in Harlem. The label put out its first collection in 2014 and showed at Paris Fashion Week in June 2017.
The large orange or white letter “V” on the back of many pieces became the brand’s signature. From 2020 Vlone also made merchandise with artists, including Juice Wrld, YoungBoy Never Broke Again, the Weeknd, Nav and Pop Smoke. The Kodak Black capsule followed that pattern.
The brand has had a difficult history too. In July 2017 Nike ended a partnership with Vlone after a video involving ASAP Bari circulated, and in January 2019 he pleaded guilty to a sexual assault charge in London. In October 2022 Vlone announced that he had been removed from the company. Buyers who care about who profits from a purchase may want to know this background.
Who Kodak Black Is
Kodak Black is a rapper from Pompano Beach in Florida whose real name is Bill Kapri. He became widely known in the mid 2010s, and his music often mixes street stories with personal reflection. His fan base is a big reason his merchandise sells, because many buyers want a piece connected to a particular album or moment in his career.
Spotting Lookalike Shops
Search results for Vlone products are crowded with websites that use the brand name in their web address or title but are not run by the brand. Some sell copies, some sell nothing at all, and some take payment details and never ship. The old version of this page was written in the style of one of those shops, describing itself as an official store.
Signs that a shop may not be genuine include:
- Every sold out collaboration appears to be “in stock” in every size.
- Prices are far below what resale platforms show for the same item.
- The site has no clear company name, address or returns policy you can verify.
- Delivery times of two weeks or more with shipping from overseas.
- Payment by bank transfer or a wallet with no buyer protection.
Safer routes are the brand’s own announced channels and well known resale platforms that check items before shipping them. Paying by a card or service with buyer protection gives you a way to dispute a charge if the item never arrives.
Checking a Second Hand Hoodie
If you buy from an individual seller, ask for clear photos in daylight before paying. Look closely at these details:
- Print quality. A genuine screen print has sharp edges and even colour. Blurry outlines or cracked, shiny prints on an “unworn” item are warning signs.
- Labels and tags. Compare the neck label, wash tag and stitching with photos from a trusted resale listing of the same item.
- Fabric weight. Hype streetwear hoodies are usually heavy. A thin, light hoodie is a reason to ask more questions.
- Seller history. Look at reviews and past sales, and be wary of new accounts selling many rare pieces.
No single check proves an item is real, so the more of them line up, the better.
What It Costs Now
Because the capsule sold out years ago, the price today is set by the resale market rather than by the brand. Prices move with demand, the size, the colour and the condition of each item, so a figure quoted today can be out of date within weeks. Compare several recent sales of the same item and size before deciding what is fair.
Sizing and Fit
Streetwear hoodies are often cut loose, with dropped shoulders and a boxy body. Sizes can also vary between drops from the same label. Before buying, ask the seller for two measurements taken with the hoodie flat: chest width from armpit to armpit, and length from the top of the shoulder to the hem. Compare those numbers with a hoodie you already own and like. This is far more reliable than the size on the label.
How to Wear a Graphic Hoodie
A loud graphic hoodie works best when the rest of the outfit is calm. A few easy ideas:
- Pair a white hoodie with black or dark grey trousers so the graphic stays the focus.
- Wear straight leg jeans or cargo trousers for a classic streetwear outline.
- Add plain trainers in white, black or grey.
- In cold weather, layer it under a plain coat or a padded jacket and leave the hood out.
- Keep jewellery and caps simple so the outfit does not feel crowded.
White hoodies show marks easily, so they suit relaxed days more than travel or messy outdoor plans.
Caring for a Printed Hoodie
Good care keeps the print from cracking and the fabric from fading. Always check the care label first, but these general habits help most cotton blend hoodies:
- Turn the hoodie inside out before washing.
- Wash in cool water with similar colours, and keep white pieces away from dark loads.
- Use a mild detergent and skip chlorine bleach on printed areas.
- Air dry flat or on a low dryer setting, since high heat shrinks cotton and damages prints.
- Never iron directly on the print. If needed, iron inside out on a low setting.
Washing less often also helps. Airing a hoodie out between wears is often enough.
A Short History of the Hoodie
The hooded sweatshirt began as workwear. In the 1930s the company Champion, based in Rochester in New York, made hooded pullovers for labourers working in cold warehouses. Over the following decades the garment spread through sport and hip hop culture, and its appearance in the 1976 film Rocky made it famous around the world. Designers picked it up in the 1990s, and it has been central to streetwear ever since. Music merchandise like the Kodak Black capsule is part of that long story.
For more on graphic hoodies and seasonal style, read our guide to the Lanvin Batman graphic print hoodie and our winter fashion tips. Parents of teenagers who want hype clothing may find our piece on curbing a child’s shopping habit useful.
Keeping the original receipt, tags and order emails makes any future resale far easier and helps prove where the item came from.
Storing a hoodie folded rather than on a hanger stops the shoulders from stretching out of shape over time.
If a print starts to lift at the edges, wash the hoodie by hand in cool water and let it dry flat to slow the damage.
What We Changed From the Old Post
The old post was sales copy written as if from an official Vlone store, with an unverified fabric claim, delivery and returns text, and a list of other hoodies to buy. We removed all of that and shortened the title. The page now gives neutral background on the 2021 collaboration and the Vlone label, including its public controversies, and adds practical advice on spotting lookalike shops, checking second hand items, sizing, styling and care.
Frequently Asked Questions
When did the Kodak Black x Vlone Zombie hoodie come out?
It was part of the L.O.V.E. by Kodak Black capsule, released in June 2021 around his Happy Birthday Kodak project.
Is a website with Vlone in its name the official store?
Not necessarily. Many sites use the brand name without being run by the brand, so check the seller carefully.
How should I wash a printed hoodie?
Turn it inside out, wash cool, skip bleach and avoid high heat when drying or ironing.
Does the hoodie run large?
Streetwear hoodies are often loose. Ask for flat measurements and compare them with a hoodie you own.