Originally, the beanie was worn only by blue-collar workers as they needed to keep their hair back and out of their face whilst working, but couldn’t wear a hat with a brim as it’d obstruct their vision. Fast forward to today though, and it’s become imperative that men arm themselves with one of the best beanies around, to have as an essential winter accessory.
With winter always seeming to be just around the corner, there’s no better time to add a new beanie that’s both stylish and made with high-quality fabrics into your wardrobe, as you’ll find yourself wanting to keep your head and ears toasty warm as the temperature drops.
You May Also Like:
We’ve rounded up the best beanies for men available right now, all of which are comfortable and cool and will make perfect additions to your winter outfits.
Hugo Boss
1/18Price: From $68
Customer Reviews: “Hat is of excellent quality and the material is lovely and soft. I would highly recommend. There there are no negatives about the quality of BOSS.”
German luxury fashion house, Hugo Boss is renowned for their opulent range of clothing, accessories, footwear, and fragrances. Hugo Boss only has one beanie on offer, which was created as part of the BOSS Fashion Show capsule collection, and featured on the runway at Milan Fashion Week. Knitted in virgin wool with a refined structure, Hugo Boss’ beanie features a cool stripe at the front that gives a sporty feel to this cozy accessory.
Allbirds
2/18Price: From $38
Customer Reviews: “It’s super comfortable and warm. I even wore it on a run and it didn’t get wet or sweaty and stayed put. I got them for everyone in my family and would highly recommend.”
New Zealand-American company, Allbirds, is dedicated to creating eco-friendly footwear and apparel made from sustainable resources. Allbirds’ has one beanie on offer in multiple neutral colours, but don’t let the lack of choice put you off, it’s one of the best beanies for men you can buy. Allbirds’ beanies are made from 100% premium superfine ZQ merino wool, for ultimate cosy comfort.
Arket
3/18Price: From $49
Customer Reviews: “One thing I do know is that great outerwear on the high street can be hard to find, but thankfully Arket has us all covered.”
Arket, a Swedish fashion brand, produces modern, sustainable, and affordable clothing that’s still very high-quality. The company’s mission is to democratise quality and make sustainable design accessible to more people – and their beanie collection is no exception. Minimalistic in style, and available in two colours, Arket’s beanies for men are crafted with soft cotton and will give you a sleek winter look.
ASOS Design
4/18Price: From $18
Customer Reviews: “Fits well, has nice and warm material. Exactly what I was looking for.”
ASOS, the British online retailer was founded in 2000 as a marketplace for a wide range of third-party brands. Since then they have launched their own range of clothing and accessories called, ASOS Design. Committed to creating clothing that allows people to have total freedom, to experiment, and to feel confident with their fashion choices, ASOS Design have an excellent range of some of the best beanies for men. With pretty much every style and colour on offer, no matter what type of beanie you’re after ASOS Design will have it.
Banana Republic
5/18Price: From $50
Customer Reviews: “Very soft, I love the color and how it feels but it doesn’t stay in place in my head. I’m still keeping it.”
Founded in 1978, in California, Banana Republic is now a premier global brand for modern clothing with no boundaries. Banana Republic has one beanie in their collection, made from a super soft and undeniably luxurious cashmere yarn, that is specially spun for all-year wear. Inspired by fisherman’s hats from the turn of the century, Banana Republic’s beanie is simple but elegant.
Club Monaco
6/18Price: From $99
Customer Reviews: “I’ve never found a beanie that fits as well as this one, or that is as soft and comfortable. I’ve been wearing these beanies for a number of years now and they continue to be the best I can find.”
Club Monaco was founded in 1985 to create ‘better basics’; classic, effortless pieces that are well-made and elevate wardrobes. They only have one beanie on offer, but it does come in four timeless neutral colours. Made with a soft cashmere blend, Club Monaco’s beanie is an essential winter hat that’ll keep you warm.
J. Crew
7/18Price: From $40
Customer Reviews: “Fits perfect and just the right blend for all types of weather.”
J. Crew believes in ‘looking a million bucks, not spending it’ which is why they source the best high-quality fabrics at the most accessible prices. J. Crew has a small range of beanies for men produced by their selling partners, Druthers. Available in multiple colour options and fabric options, such as cotton or Merino wool, these beanies are sure to become your go-to winter accessory.
Lands End
8/18Price: From $25
Customer Reviews: “Son in law really liked this hat. Comfortable and not itchy, Good fit.”
Founded in 1963, Lands End is an American brand dedicated to providing the world with comfort. With a few beanies for men available, Lands End have different styles, colours, and fabrics available to suit all tastes. Plus, despite being quite high in quality, Lands End’s men’s beanies are all extremely affordable.
Paul Smith
9/18Renowned for his creative aesthetic, which combines tradition and modernity, Paul Smith is one of Britain’s foremost designers. Each Paul Smith design is underpinned by a dry British sense of humour: quirky but not frivolous, eccentric but not silly. The Paul Smith men’s beanie range is HUGE; with every style and colour imaginable on offer, making them some of the best beanies for men to buy. We recommend going for one of Paul Smith’s beanies with a playful print, as it’ll make you stand out from the crowd in style.
RAINS
10/18Price: From $76
Customer Reviews: “Great hat, fits snug but not too tight. Covers ears and is very warm, only used in light rain so far but very good.”
Contemporary rainwear lifestyle brand, Rains was founded in 2012, with their sole focus set on creating functional rainwear that doesn’t compromise on design or style. RAINS’ only have one beanie in two timeless colours. Made with a rib-knitted Merino wool blend and featuring a classic beanie silhouette, RAINS’ beanie will give you a chic minimalist look.
River Island
11/18Price: From $19
Customer Reviews: “This spring/summer calls for super-cute accessories.”
At River Island, great design is at the heart of everything they create. River Island has one men’s beanie that comes in three colour options. With a cool fisherman shape, this stylish yet affordable beanie will make a great addition to any winter wardrobe.
Ted Baker
12/18Price: From $70
Customer Reviews: “This hat is cool because it’s classic and sporty at the same time.”
The British born tailoring brand with a twist, is luxury brand Ted Baker. Founded in 1988, Ted Baker has had a very clear, unswerving, focus on quality and attention to detail since its inception. You’ll stay warm with a Ted Baker beanie. Available in two colours – a modern green and a classic black – Ted Baker’s textured beanie is a great choice to top off your look in the cooler months, and will add a versatile casual edge to any ensemble.
Drake's
13/18Founded in east London in 1977, Drake’s has become renowned for their ‘relaxed elegance’ aesthetics. Drake’s beanies for men are made in Scotland with 100% lambswool and are simple, classic, and endlessly wearable; versatile enough to pair with clothing of almost any style, from rugged workwear to elegant tailoring.
RoToTo
14/18Price: From $48
Customer Reviews: “Love this hat – very lightweight, yet warm. Clean simple well crafted design.”
Famous for their extremely comfortable and soft socks, RoToTo also makes incredibly cool and comfortable beanies for men. Crafted and designed in Japan, RoToTo uses traditional and modern manufacturing techniques. RoToTo’s thick wool knitted beanie comes in four stylish colours and will keep you warm in undisputed style this winter.
Tommy Hilfiger
15/18Price: From $55
Customer Reviews: “Fits well, comfortable, and warm, is stylish, high quality, and has the classic colors that are bright and vivid, I recommend.”
Founded in 1985, Tommy Hilfiger is one of the world’s leading designer brands renowned for their classic American cool style that they describe as ‘preppy with a twist’. Tommy Hilfiger has a small but cool range of simple beanies, all made with soft and breathable cotton. All adorned with Tommy Hilfiger’s simple yet iconic logo, these beanies will make a great addition to any winter outfit.
Ben Sherman
16/18Price: From $30
Customer Reviews: “These are very well made, very comfortable, and extremely warm winter caps.”
Inspired by a modernist sartorial approach, Ben Sherman is a British brand renowned for their men’s shirts. However, the brand also makes impressive beanies that are incredibly high-quality, stylish, and surprisingly affordable. For an effortlessly elegant winter accessory, you can’t go wrong with a Ben Sherman beanie.
Farah
17/18Price: From $32
Customer Reviews: “This hat is perfect for winter weather — fits snug.”
Farah is all about providing men with the right clothes and accessories from which they can confidently create their own style. With classic and bobble beanie styles available in multiple colours, Farah’s beanies will give you a fun, edgy winter look.
JACK & JONES
18/18Price: From $16
Customer Reviews: “Fits really well, great quality hat & so comfortable. Good value for money. Keeps his head warm & looks good on. Would highly recommend this hat.”
JACK & JONES creates utility streetwear with a strong graphical concept and innovative details. Each product is made of high quality fabrics with a crisp and clean finish where details have strong workwear references. JACK & JONES’ beanies for men are simple and minimal in style, and give off an extremely cool urban vibe.