Common Materials Acrylic - synthetic fiber commonly used to make beanies. It's a less expensive alternative to wool, and also easier to clean. It holds dyes extremely well, so even the most vibrant patterns will last. Cotton - a natural, versatile fiber that's machine-washable, durable, affordable, and easily dyed.

A knit cap is a piece of knitted headwear designed to provide warmth in cold weather. It usually has a simple tapered shape, although more elaborate variants exist. Historically made of wool, it is now often made of synthetic fibers.

While there isn't one objectively best material, there are a few that are definitely going to keep you warm. Wool, fur, polyester fleece, and shearling are fantastic options when it comes to insulation and heat retention. Wool blends are also super functional and occasionally found at a lower price point.

If your goal is just to stay warm and keep your head and ears covered throughout your winter travels, a merino wool or knit beanie is your best bet. Beanies made of these fabrics lock in heat, are comfortable to wear for hours, and generally stay put on your head without sliding down over your eyes.

Beanies may be made of cloth, felt, wool, leather, or silk. In many US regions and parts of Canada the term "beanie" refers to a knitted cap (often woollen), alternately called a "stocking cap" or (especially in Canada) a "toque".

The traditional use of beanie-type caps is simple: keeping the head warm in cold weather. Because of its essential function, hats in this style can be found independantly in many regions with a cool climate throughout history.

Ultimately, the main point of a beanie is keeping you warm when it's cold. It works the same way as a blanket, trapping your body heat to create a kind of “microclimate” around your head. Grandma always told you to wear a hat in the winter for a reason!

Touque, Toque and Tuque is in fact the same wool hat as a Beanie with three distinct spellings. And last but not least in the southern states of America, Toboggan is the name for a wool knitted hat that is worn during the colder months.

Recommended Winter Hats

• Wind-Resistant Full Face Balaclava. Wear as a hat, balaclava or neck gaiter, a versatile garment for cold protection.
• Merino Wool Beanies. Wool is a superior material for a hat, with merino being premium.
• Trapper / aviator style.
• Acrylic hats.
• Active beanies and liners.
• Fur hats.

Whether you're skiing or riding, starting snowball fights, or hiking through the woods, a cozy winter hat will keep you warm, dry, and comfortable. Designed with winter activities in mind, these hats are breathable, insulated, and adjustable.

Beanies may be made of cloth, felt, wool, leather, or silk. In many US regions and parts of Canada the term "beanie" refers to a knitted cap (often woollen), alternately called a "stocking cap" or (especially in Canada) a "toque".

The first beanies on record were made of wool to keep heads warm. Many beanies today are still made of wool. However, more popular fabrics include acrylic, cotton and cotton blends and fleece (polyester). Some beanies are also made with Thinsulate and a fleece lining for added warmth.

Warmth is typically what most people are looking for in a winter hat. Look for multi-layered knits, insulation like down or fur (or faux-fur) lining, and materials like wool or recycled polyester (fleece) for the most warmth.

/ˈbini/ IPA guide. A beanie is a small, round, brimless hat. It was fashionable for boys to wear beanies in the first half of the 20th century. Traditionally, a beanie was a flat, close-fitting hat without a brim, sometimes also called a skullcap.

noun. a close-fitting knit cap worn in cold weather. a small cap, brimless or with a short bill, often brightly colored, constructed of triangular pieces of cloth joined at the top by a button and popularized in the early 20th century as worn by college freshmen.

Beanies are an essential accessory for everyone, especially during the cold winter months. They not only provide warmth and comfort to the head and ears, but also serve as a fashion statement and can be paired with different outfits to enhance one's overall look.