Bloomberg Basics

The Best Beanies and Other Winter Hats, According to Menswear Experts

In its continuing shopping series, Bloomberg Pursuits convenes a panel of style specialists to solve one of the core concerns of any man’s wardrobe: the basics.

By this time of the year, there’s a good chance you’ve already misplaced a winter hat or two. (No judgement.) So consider this as you ponder another purchase of this cold-weather essential: perhaps that hat wasn’t stylish enough, or soft enough, or warm enough to be memorable?

That’s not a problem with the headgear below, selected by menswear experts who have considered the intricacies of beanies and basics longer and deeper than any normal person ever should. Below you’ll find their recommendations for the best winter hats, ones that balance utility (heat retention, moisture wicking) with aesthetics (cashmere, color) and price (from disposable to don’t you dare lose it) to keep you warm, but looking cool, well into spring.