The Best Hats, Gloves And Scarves To Suit Every Budget
Wrapping up doesn’t solely concern your sexual health. As the mercury plummets, our wardrobes widen to include a range of seasonal accessories, chiefly: hats, scarves and gloves. To mark the official start of winter, we’ve collated the best cold-weather clobber to suit every winter situation (and budget).
Scarves
Scarves: one of the simplest of accessories but also one of the most problematic. Countless designers, brands and bargain bins offer their own take on the neck warmer, making a snap choice difficult. Stripped-back styles are the most versatile, sitting just as comfortably with tailoring as they do casualwear. Whether you’re looking for a scarf for the nine-to-five or five-a-side, a material that strikes the balance between soft and insulating will always be a winner.
Best Under £10
Beyond the scope of a fictional bear’s wardrobe, tartan is one of the more classic options available, which means extra versatility from a scarf that doesn’t cost the world. Burgundy Check Tassel Hem Woven Scarf, available at New Look, priced £4.99.
Best Under £50
Cost and quality is a tricky balancing act. Gant has managed to nail both with this soft lambswool option, while the price tag is a fraction of designer counterparts. Solid Lambswool Scarf, available at Gant, priced £40.
Best Under £100
There’s a reason cashmere is expensive. Few materials can claim the same superior warmth without the weight. It’s an itch-free investment that’s well worth your hard-earned. Kingston Cashmere Blend Scarf, available at Reiss, priced £70.
Hats
Many men feel like a fool when hatted, but it needn’t be an Alice In Wonderland scenario. First, identify the right style for your face shape: there are many different hats available, so it makes sense to perform some self-assessment prior to purchase. Granted, we’re mostly restricted to woollen options in winter, though there’s still a potential minefield to navigate. No slouchy beanies, no fluoro bobble hats and certainly nothing with a knitted beard attached. If in doubt, keep it simple.
