08 Dec The Best Knitted Hood & Balaclavas to Keep you Warm this Winter
A knitted hood or balaclava is the veritable multitasker of an accessory no longer reserved for keeping the heads of children/skiers/soldiers warm. Or bank robbers on the down-low. The cosy and incognito qualities of the balaclava went well and truly off-piste a few autumn/winters ago and the rest is history. As is so often the case with fashion trends, what initially seemed a little far-fetched on the catwalk, now makes a whole lot of sense. Whether feeling the chill or hiding a hangover, the winter accessory you never knew you needed a few seasons ago, is now the winter accessory you can’t live without.
Following Miu Miu’s AW21 crochet bonnets (amongst others), knitted hoods and balaclavas made an unexpected return to the fashion zeitgeist, and are now playing a more notable role than ever in cosy autumn/winter get-ups. If you pick well, your chosen knitted hood or balaclava will keep your whole head, ears, and neck warm, meaning you can lose the scarf and enjoy a streamlined silhouette whilst remaining ultra snug. How is that for multi-tasking? It also feels far more novel, and therefore fun, than pulling on a regular old knitted hat. Pull a few strands of hair to avoid looking like an egg, or go bold and super fitted for an ultra cosy experience. If you haven’t invested in a practical and toasty balaclava, knitted hood or bonnet in previous seasons, this updated round-up of the best of the balaclava bunch is here to help.
Cashmere Knitted Hoods & Balaclavas
The button detail on this super soft looking cashmere-blend bouclé balaclava is just the right amount of cute.
Snap up The Row’s double-layered ribbed cashmere balaclava at 30% off.
This colour…
Arket’s neat cashmere hood also comes in black.
The perfect pop of colour to lift all your winter outfits.
H&M’s affordable cashmere balaclava comes in grey, black, or beige.
The button neck detail adds a little something.
This classic cashmere hood will go with everything.
Mohair Knitted Hoods & Balaclavas
Navy is the next classic colour making a comeback. This super soft looking mohair balaclava also comes in black.
Etsy is ever the treasure trove of hand-knitted delights. This colour is dreamy.
As is this chunky mohair bonnet in burgundy, grey or sky blue…
Arket’s simple and chic mohair blend hood also comes in black
Rib Knit Hoods & Balaclavas
The colour of the season.
This H&M premium selection rib knit balaclava is so chic in light grey, and also comes in white.
This classic cable knit number will work every winter.
Topshop’s slouchy balaclava comes in grey or black.
Pick your colour, but this red shade is very on point this season.
The bow tie on this knitted bonnet is truly adorable.
This snug ribbed cashmere number will keep the draft well and truly out.
We have Miu Miu to thank for bringing the balaclava back to the fashion forefront in AW21.
Knitted from premium wool and recycled cashmere, COS provides a staple and luxe looking option.
H&M’s ribbed balaclava also comes in dark grey and black.
Everything looks good in chocolate brown this season.
This story was published at an earlier date and has since been updated.
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