Finding the best winter hat for men or women isn’t just about warmth and durability, but also style. We’ve reviewed many hats below that are on-trend with the upcoming season’s fashions and you’d be proud to wear any of them in public.

For the best men’s or women’s hats for winter buying advice see Winter Hats Buying Guide. Which one, or ones, will you choose? Which colors? Which style? That’s up to you.

Best Winter Hats

	Men’s Wool Felt Indiana Outback Hat	Kangol Men’s Seamless Wool 507 Cap	Belfry Wool Fedora Men’s Vintage Style Hat
Colors Available:	black, brown	black, dark blue, dark flannel, black with gold	black, Boyer pecan, chocolate, pecan, grey with black, navy, Balston black, Banes grey
Sizes Available:	S, M, L, XL, XXL	S, M, L, XL	S, M, L, XL, XXL
Distinguishing Feature:	returns to original shape after crushed, folded, etc.	similar fit to a baseball cap	1920s vintage, gangster look

Also see: Winter Hats Comparison Table

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Quick Answer: The 10 Best-Rated Winter Hats for Men & Women – [2021]

Best Men’s Winter Hats

1. Men’s Wool Felt Indiana Outback Hat
2. Kangol Men’s Seamless Wool 507 Cap
3. Belfry Wool Fedora Men’s Vintage Style Hat
4. Lisianthus Mens Vintage Wide Brim Fedora Hat
5. Brixton Men’s Hooligan Driver Snap Hat

Best Women’s Winter Hats

1. NYFASHION101 Wool Wide Brim Porkpie Fedora Hat
2. Lisianthus Women Belt Buckle Fedora Hat
3. Lanzom Womens Wide Brim Wool Fedora Hat
4. QUEENFUR Women Knit Slouchy Beanie
5. SIGGI Womens Merino Wool Visor Beret

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Winter Hats Reviews

Best Winter Hats for Men

Winter hats are designed to keep you warm but if you’re going to wear a hat why not add a bit of pizzazz and style to your wardrobe at the same time. These are some of the most stylish men’s winter hats available for the upcoming season. Which is the one you just have to have?

#1 Men’s Wool Felt Indiana Outback Hat

Made of durable wool that will stand up to tough winter weather, you’ll keep warm and also keep snow and rain away from your face with a 3-inch brim. The wool is designed to be naturally water-repellant which means you will stay dry in the worst weather conditions.

With a traditional Fedora style, the “pinch front” crease gives you the classy look when you need it while it can also look just as adventurous depending on how you wear it. The Indiana Outback Hat is for the man who’s in the office by week and in the Outback by weekend.

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#2 Kangol Men’s Seamless Wool 507 Cap

If you usually wear a baseball cap and need something warmer in the winter, as well as much more stylish, the Kangol Men’s Seamless Wool 507 Cap is designed just for you. It fits like the baseball cap you are used to wearing so you won’t find it too uncomfortable.

The wool/acrylic blend creates a water-resistant and warm top while the headband inside is designed of 100% nylon to stand up to long wear. Made seamless, the fabric is breathable to wick moisture away from your head while keeping you stylish and warm.

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#3 Belfry Wool Fedora Men’s Vintage Style Hat

There’s always been something uniquely classy about the fedoras that were worn by gangsters and actors alike in the 1920s. This look is still classy today and brings a modern twist on the vintage style. The 2 3/8” brim is wide enough to keep the weather away from your face and the tall, 4” crown makes it a head-turner.

This men’s vintage style hat is designed of 100% wool which is naturally water resistant and also stain-resistant. The wool quickly gets moisture away from your head while keeping you warm in any weather. Feel free to crush this hat into your suitcase or even sit on it and it will pop back into perfect shape.

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#4 Lisianthus Mens Vintage Wide Brim Fedora Hat

The vintage wide-brim fedora hat from Lisianthus is designed to look great for both men and women and there are many color options that both men and women can enjoy. The brim, measuring 2 ¾”, is made of hard felt so it can stand up to daily wear while always making you look sharp.

Made of a cotton and polyester blend, it’s lightweight and very breathable which makes it comfortable even for all-day wear. Inside, the adjustable strap ensures you get the perfect fit. If you’re looking for that vintage fedora style to add to any on-style wardrobe, you just found it.

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#5 Brixton Men’s Hooligan Driver Snap Hat

The newsboy cap, or vintage driver-style hat, has become the newest men’s hat style to come back in style. The Brixton Men’s Hooligan is designed to look just like the snap hats of decades ago with a sharp, fitted appearance.

The cap is designed of a linen and cotton blend which makes it very breathable. The luxury liner is soft and easily wicks away moisture. This men’s hat isn’t adjustable which means it’s perfectly fitted to your size, giving it the sharpest look while also keeping you warm during winter months.

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Best Winter Hats for Women

Women don’t only wear hats during the winter to keep themselves warm. Style, color, and fit all matter and sometimes you just need more than one hat. I’m sure I’m not the only one to admit it.

Whether you are looking to add some snazzy flair to an already hot outfit or you’d like to bring your own vintage style to a casual outfit, these women’s winter hats were chosen with warmth and style in mind.

#1 NYFASHION101 Wool Wide Brim Porkpie Fedora Hat

This porkpie fedora hat is inspired by that classy, men’s vintage style fedora but has its own feminine touch. It comes in all those beautiful, dark colors women love to wear in the fall and winter months. You could even invest in two of these and you’d probably have a hat for every outfit.

It’s made from 100% wool which makes it very durable even in wet weather. The brim is stiff to keep the weather away from your face and is extra-wide, at 3 ¼”, for both style and function. If you have thick hair or intend to wear this fedora-style hat on top of a hairstyle, it’s perfect. When needed, you can tighten it up with the adjustable drawstring hidden inside.

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#2 Lisianthus Women Belt Buckle Fedora Hat

Designed as a slim-line version of the vintage-style fedora hat, this women’s winter hat is perfect whether you’re accessorizing a casual outfit, you want a pop of color with any outfit, or your perfect outfit just needs a touch of class to top it off.

With a slightly smaller brim, this is the perfect hat to wear while sightseeing, at an event, or anywhere you will be enjoying the scenery or making eye-contact with people. As a cotton and polyester blend, it’s light and breathable but will keep you warm even in chilly temps.

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#3 Lanzom Womens Wide Brim Wool Fedora Hat

Lanzom has put their hats together, literally, to come up with a women’s winter hat style that perfectly blends the styles of the men’s fedora, the Panama sun hat, and the ever-popular floppy hat. Combine this unique style with over 2 dozen colors and color combinations and you’ll be turning heads with this hat.

The combination of durable worsted fiber and wool works well to create a fabric that will keep you warm but also allow your skin to breath, so sweating doesn’t become an issue. Designed to fit women with head sizes of between 22” and 22.8”, it should fit most average women.

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#4 QUEENFUR Women Knit Slouchy Beanie

The slouchy beanie has been on-trend for a few years now and we don’t see that stopping anytime soon. This Knit Slouch Beanie from QUEENFUR is ideal for adding a fashionable, and warm, winter hat to any outfit. The oversized design also makes it ideal as a ski cap under your helmet when participating in winter sports.

No matter how you intend to wear this oversized women’s slouchy beanie, it will be soft and warm. It is very stretchy so can fit most women. Made of acrylic yarn, it will also stand up to many winter seasons of wear. The faux fur pom-pom is removable so you can care for that separately.

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#5 SIGGI Womens Merino Wool Visor Beret

SIGGI is known for creating some of the most fashionable winter hats for women. Their Merino wool beret emulates many styles of hats, from the newsboy cap, the army beret, and even the Greek fisherman look. Because the hat combines many styles, it’s unique and perfect for every casual winter outfit.

The adjustable string built into the moisture-wicking sweatband is designed to make this hat comfortable for nearly everyone. The cap itself made of polyester, acrylic, and wool that is highly durable and easy to hand wash. The cotton and linen liner adds comfort.

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Winter Hats Comparison Table

Winter Hats		Colors Available	Sizes Available	Distinguishing Feature
Men’s Wool Felt Indiana Outback Hat		black, brown	S, M, L, XL, XXL	returns to original shape after crushed, folded, etc.
Kangol Men's Seamless Wool 507 Cap		black, dark blue, dark flannel, black with gold	S, M, L, XL	similar fit to a baseball cap
Belfry Wool Fedora Men's Vintage Style Hat		black, Boyer pecan, chocolate, pecan, grey with black, navy, Balston black, Banes grey	S, M, L, XL, XXL	1920s vintage, gangster look
Lisianthus Mens Vintage Wide Brim Fedora Hat		14 colors available in traditional light and dark colors as well as bright color options	M, L – both adjustable	classic, belt-style headband
Brixton Men's Hooligan Driver Snap Hat		khaki, black, grey, blue chambray – solid and herringbone patterns	XS, S, M, L, XL	snap front newsboy style
NYFASHION101 Wool Wide Brim Porkpie Fedora Hat		black, brown, burgundy, camel, grey, moss, plum	One Size Fits Most	adjustable inner drawstring
Lisianthus Women Belt Buckle Fedora Hat		14 colors ranging from dark to light as well as bright	One Size Fits Most, Adjustable Strap	many colors to choose from
Lanzom Womens Wide Brim Wool Fedora Hat		30+ colors and styles to choose from	One Size Fits Most	unique blend of styles
QUEENFUR Women Knit Slouchy Beanie		16 colors available	One Size Fits Most, hat is stretchy	casual, slouchy beanie style
SIGGI Womens Merino Wool Visor Beret		many colors, two different styles	One Size Fits Most, adjustable inner string	Newsboy cap design, army beret design

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Winter Hats Buying Guide

• Size
• Materials
• Fashion & Style
• Warmth
• Brim
• FAQs
• Tips for Finding & Caring
• Step Out in The Cold with A Hot Winter Hat

Find the right winter hat, whether for men or women, includes looking at several features and deciding which of those features are most important for you.

Chances are that you won’t want to wear the exact same winter hat every day of the week and to every function or activity you attend.

After considering these features, which of the men’s and women’s winter hats we reviewed above are at the top of your list?

Size

Most men’s hats are designed to fit the exact measurements of the wearer’s head. This means you will most likely have to measure a hat you already have that fits well or will have to use a flexible tape measure to properly measure the circumference of your head.

A size medium for one hat style may not be the same as a medium for another. A sizing guide is available to help you choose the perfect size.

Instead of being designed with specific sizes, women’s winter hats are often designed to fit most wearers and some also have an adjustable string or strap built into the inside of the hat.

This is mostly because the size needed will depend on how thick and long your hair is as well as the style of your hair that day. You can then adjust the fitment of the hat to suit your needs.

Materials

Winter hats can be made of many materials from wool to cotton to polyester and many more. Usually, a hat made of 100% wool will cost a few dollars more, but you will also most likely see many more years of wear with it.

Other blends of materials are designed to be durable, wick moisture away from the head, be breathable, or be easily adjustable. The materials the best winter hat is made of will largely depend on your style and where and when you plan on wearing it.

Fashion & Style

Other people won’t notice the materials your hat is made of. They will notice the style of it, the color, and other visual aspects that make it stand out.

Not only should the style of your winter hat be fashionable but it should also match your own, unique personality as well as your wardrobe style.

Warmth

The whole point of a winter hat is to keep you warm. All of the men’s and women’s winter hats we reviewed above are designed to be warm while also wicking moisture away from your head and allowing for maximum breathability.

This means you can easily wear any of these hats all day long and not become uncomfortable, never overheat, and never become cold, no matter the weather.

Brim

The brim of a winter hat isn’t only designed for style. The brim also helps to keep weather, such as rain and snow, away from your face. The wider the brim, the more likely you won’t find cold, wet weather on your face.

Not everyone needs a brim on their winter hat, or at least not every time they are headed out. This means you can have a widely brimmed hat for inclement weather and something like the slouchy beanie for women we reviewed above when only combating cold weather.

FAQs About Fashionable Winter Hats

Those who aren’t experienced in purchasing winter hats may have many questions about the process, the features, and even the care of them. These are the top 5 questions about winter hats for men and women that we see most often.

Q: Do the materials a hat is made of really matter?

A: Yes, the materials are probably one of the most important features of the hat. For example, hats that are made out of 100% wool will often retain their shape when crushed or folded to fit into a suitcase for travel.

They are usually the most durable as well. However, blends of other materials are created so that you get the best features of each material used.

Q: How do I know what size hat I need?

A: If the hat you are considering is designed with specific sizing in mind, then you will need to measure the circumference of your head or a hat you already have that fits well.

The sizing guides for each hat are available to help you determine the correct size to order.

The hats that are designed as “one size fits most” are just what they state. They are designed to fit most wearers. Many of these hats also have an adjustable drawstring or strap inside that can give you a comfortable fit.

Q: Why would I need a larger brim? A smaller one?

A:  The brim isn’t only designed with fashion in mind. A brim can keep weather, such as snow and rain, away from your face, and can even keep the bright sun out of your eyes.

If this isn’t important for you on that particular day then a slouchy beanie without a brim can work very well.

Q: How do I choose a hat to give as a gift?

A: It can be hard to choose the right size hat even if you know they will like the style and color of it. When purchasing a hat to give as a gift you could try to sneak in to measure a hat they already have and love.

Most of the time this isn’t possible. Unless you’ve purchased a hat for them in the past and already know their head size, you might have to look for a “one size fits most” option with an included adjustment feature.

Q: How long does water repellent on hats last?

A: Winter hats made of 100% wool are naturally water repellent. Some hats come treated with a water repellent, but this won’t last forever, and you may need to treat it with a spray water repellent.

The water repellent product you choose will most likely last for a short while and you will need to treat the hat again. It’s best to treat the hat before the product has completely worn away so there’s less risk of moisture stains developing.

Tips for Finding & Caring for the Best Winter Hat

Not only is it important to find the perfect winter hat but you should also know how to care for it properly so it lasts many years. We have 5 tips to help you find and care for your new winter hat.

Tip #1: Take the Time to Find the Right Size Hat

A hat that is too small won’t sit right on your head and when forced to, it might be uncomfortably tight. This can cause headaches and even hair loss.

If a hat is too big, it may not stay on your head and it may fall forward into your eyes which can be a distraction. Whether you choose a “one size fits most” hat that’s also adjustable or you choose a hat with specific head measurement sizing, the hat should fit properly.

Tip #2: Look for a Style That Shows Your Personality

Looking for a classy new look? A casual and fun look that’s on-trend? Perhaps a bold statement? There are many hats available and you should choose one that matches your personal style.

However, not every hat will be appropriate for every day or every outfit. Having a few at home to choose from can help you put together the perfect outfit every time.

Tip #3: Properly Clean the Hat Regularly

Each hat will have different cleaning requirements based on the materials it is made of. Be sure to follow the manufacturer’s cleaning instructions so your hat will look sharp for many winter seasons to come.

While some winter hats are naturally water repellant and even resistant to stains, products are available to help protect other hats so they require cleaning less often.

Tip #4: Store Your Winter Hat for Summer Months

You won’t be using your winter hat during the warm Summer months which means you will need to store it properly to keep dust and moisture away from it. It should also be stored in a way that helps it maintain its shape.

Tip #5: The Right Hat for the Right Person

If you are choosing a hat for someone else, it can become daunting to find the hat with the right size, color, and style that they’d like.

This means that looking at several style options as well as colors can help you find the perfect hat for them. The same care in shopping for the right hat should be taken when looking for one for yourself.

Step Out in The Cold with A Hot Winter Hat

A winter hat can not only keep you warm but can add a style element you never thought it could. Why not try on a few styles, in a few different colors, to find the style you love the most?

Searching for your personal style through Google Images can also show you what hat style options would look best with your personality and existing wardrobe.

Create a whole new look this winter with one of the hottest styles of men’s and women’s winter hats.

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Thanks for reading The 10 Best Winter Hats. We hope this article has helped you to discover the best choice for winter weather headwear to meet your needs and types of winter activities. You might also be interested in our informative article entitled, Winter Clothing Materials and Fabrics.

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How We Researched

To come up with the best winter hats, we researched a variety of sources for reviews such as REI, Backcountry, Moosejaw, EVO along with our own personal experience.

We also consulted online magazines for product research and reviews to get as much unbiased information as we could. To help weed out fake reviews we used Fakespot.com to make sure we only looked at genuine reviews.

With so much quality gear available, we had to narrow it down based on what we felt were the best options were for the price. The author, Krysha Thayer, is an avid traveler and explorer. She understands what it’s like to get caught out in the snow or rain. She also has a keen eye for fashion.

To help narrow down the selection she used her personal experience along with recommendations from fellow outdoor adventurers.

After extensive research, we came up with our list to help you choose the right one for you.

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