If you’re going to survive the cold weather, a proper top cover is a must. The best beanie hats for men are a simple and comfortable accessory that keeps your head warm and highlights your appearance.
There is a certain knowing when you wear it I’m not saying this To the beanie – and to that end, we are firm believers that there is no such thing as one Best beanie. most Feverqueen Editors have a pile of them, accumulated over time. Some were luxury — perhaps soft cashmere for a tacky head, or a spooky version to make up for the midwinter bullshit — and some were $12 gas station cups, with plenty in between.
To help you build your list, we’ve rounded up 13 of the best hats we could find, in a variety of styles, fabrics, and colors. Give yourself some options. (And don’t sleep – the coolest hats tend to disappear.) right When the cold really starts.)
The best men’s hats according to Feverqueen
Best overall beanie: Drake’s Donegal Ribbed Knit Beanie
When you think of dougal wool, you probably think of a fat jacket worn by someone with a beard and a few sheep, but the fabric has a lot to offer anyone who doesn’t live on the Scottish moors. In the form of a beanie, the distinctly speckled wool has the weight to hang with a tweed and brogue suit and the look to add a little extra flair to your jeans and Blundstones weekend outfits.
It’s no surprise that we’re fans of Drake’s beanie hats, which are designed in all sorts of cold-weather colors — deep burgundy, burnt orange — that have a bit of personality of their own. The ribbing is the perfect fit, not too tight, not too loose. Merino wool is very soft and will stay warm but will not cause you to overheat like some cashmere. The proportions are clear and can be worn with or without the cuff to adapt to most head sizes. It may cost a little more than most options, but we think the juice is worth the squeeze, especially if it’s going to be your daily beanie.
Best budget beanie: Uniqlo Heattech Beanie
When Uniqlo first landed stateside in 2007, the biggest draw for its glitzy New York City flagship was the towering wall of affordable cashmere sweaters. While we’re sad that its massive, affordable cashmere hats won’t be around for this season, the brand’s all-cotton ribbed hats are seriously adorable — and even more wearable year-round. The cotton is soft, smooth, and breathable (a godsend for those of us with sensitive skin), and the hat comes in all sorts of natural colors and is easy to pair. Grab a few now and don’t worry too much when you inevitably leave one in the back of an Uber.
Best Watch Beanie: RoToTo Oversized Watch Beanie
As usual, the best version available of something classic American – in this case, the old-fashioned ribbed watch hats favored by WWII naval officers, Boston dock workers, and every third person in the world. rocky Movies – come from Japan. RoToTo Traditional Fisherman’s Hats are made from a tough-as-nails acrylic blend, and would look even better with some red cheeks and a lovable gruff demeanor. Unlike a lot of watch caps, which can be too tight, the extra “bulk” makes this watch cap fits most head sizes.
Best Fisherman’s Hat: Alex Mill Aran Cable Knit Hat
Fisherman’s hats can be synonymous with watch hats or beanies with sleeves, but if you ask us, the one with the strongest stamp legs is this one from Alex Mill. Like their fisherman’s sweater counterparts, this plush accessory is made of 100% wool and knit with a traditional Aran knit construction. While Feverqueen’s associate commercial director doesn’t own any knitted sweaters, he says this Alex Mill offering gives him the texture he’s looking for, “in a subtle, frugal way and at a much lower cost.”
Best cashmere hat: William Lockey cashmere twill hat
Leave it to the sweater experts at William Lockie to make some of the best beanies on the planet. They’ve been making quality knits since the 1800s, and this ribbed cashmere hat is just a lovely taste of what the brand can do. It’s made from premium Mongolian cashmere, which is washed in the Teviot River near William Lockey’s mill, giving it a softer hand before it’s spun and knit into a narrow rib for a comfortable, moldable fit.
Best splurge-worthy beanie: The Elder Statesman Stripe Watchman Ribbed Cashmere Beanie
While Uniqlo here is democratizing cashmere, SoCal’s The Elder Statesman remains focused on using it in the most luxurious ways possible. The brand generally follows the “if you have to ask” pricing principle, resulting in a $465 beanie. But damn – what you get for this kind of knit is 100% of the finest cashmere for royal softness and fabric-based elasticity, hand-dyed in a stunning striped pattern. Laidback has never looked so good.
More beanies we love
Carhartt cuffed knit hat
The North Face Jim Penny
Original USN Wool Rothco Watch Hat
Patagonia best fleece beanie jacket
Siver brushed alpaca blend beanie
Lady White Co. hat x Phigvel cashmere knit
What to look for in a beanie
Finding the right hat can be a very personal endeavor. When the colder months force you to cover up your beautiful, gorgeous locks (or lack thereof), your entire face shape and silhouette is affected by a beanie, so it pays to take the time to get it right.
material: Material is of utmost importance when choosing a beanie. Consider whether you have sensitive skin, run hot or cold, and the weather in your area. Wool hats are great for heat retention and moisture wicking capabilities, but they can feel itchy depending on the type of wool. Fine wools such as merino, cashmere and alpaca tend to have a smoother hand but command a higher price. Synthetic materials like acrylic and polyester are great for price-conscious shoppers. They are durable, warm, and easier to care for than wool, which often must be hand washed or even dry cleaned. Cotton, although not as warm as wool, is softer and more breathable, which is great for those who suffer from high temperatures.
