A beanie is a woolly hat that anyone can use as an inevitable winter accessory. They are available in both cuffed and uncuffed styles and have a ribbed construction making them quite stretchy and comfortable.
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The Beanie hat has a history dating back to the 12th century and was also similar to what the outside tradesmen used to wear in their line of duty for warmth. Today, it is essential for winter clothes and is flaunted even by superstars such as Justin Bieber and actors such as Keanu Reeves. It is perfect to venture outside when winter weather hails, and equally perfect when it is put indoors.
In the 1960s, hippies adopted it as a symbol of alternative belonging, and today, skaters at any park can be spotted wearing knitted headwear as passionately as they approach their tricks. The fisherman beanie, originally designed for sea workers braving harsh weather, also has practical roots. It was crafted to keep their ears warm while out at sea.
The most classic form of beanie is cuffed at the edge, which protects your ears and forehead with two layers. Its usage includes placing it to cover roughly half of the ear, though, on windy moments, you can let it down and pull it a bit further back.
In the 1960s, hippies adopted it as a symbol of alternative belonging, and today, it can be spotted as knitted headwear by anyone.
The slouchy beanies, on the other hand, are longer in design and provide a loose fit. These usually cover half of your ears, more if pulled down, and have extra fabric that drapes at the back of your head.
Another great winter beanie is the bobble hat, which can easily be identified by the fluffy pom-pom on top. The pom-pom, it turns out, has historical origins in military usage. It was originally designed to protect sailors from accidental bumps on the head by cushioning it, which shows the mix of practicality and charm.
The modern fisherman beanie, however, is typically worn differently. It rolls or folds over the ears to provide an enveloping close-fitting version. Inspired by dock-working fishermen's traditional woolly hats, this fashionable look features a low crown that hovers above the head. With a neat fitting, it works for those who can enjoy active lifestyle activities.
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