Winter has a laundry list of cons: shorter days, snow that becomes slush, the year's worst movies: (No joke: January film releases are historically terrible.) But one pro is the fashion—specifically hats. Sure, you can wear hats any time of year, but you don't realize the benefit of them until you're facing below-freezing temperatures. Not only does a cute knit cap accentuate any outfit, it keeps your ears safe from frostbite. You can't put a price on that.
If you're like me, you probably have one, neutral-colored beanie that's been your winter pal for years. But that's no fun. Like I said earlier, winter is horrible (bad movies!). We should seize every opportunity to forget about the abysmal tundra that's outside our doors. Cute winter hats are a perfect way to do that. And what's more: They make walking in said tundra 10 times easier.
These 10 celebrities, below, are nailing the winter hat game. Let them inspire your next purchase. I certainly am.
Hadid's black cap matched with her cream-colored pants makes for an interesting, chic outfit. Contrasting colors is a good way to get the most out of any winter look.
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No one has ever looked cooler in a beanie than Ms. Delevingne. Fashion ad or airport paparazzi pic?
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Our 2019 Woman of the Year stepped out recently in head-to-toe black, though the pom-pom at the top of her beanie kept things playful.
