Move over, beanies and get out of the way, earmuffs. This season, if you're really feeling the chill, I'd advise pulling on a warm and cosy knitted hood. Knitted hoods have been climbing the ranks these past few winters, encouraging more and more stylish shoppers to swap their hats for this cosier design. As a hood-scarf hybrid, the knitted balaclava offers the ultimate insulation for those extra-chilly winter days.
First popularised in the 1800s, the balaclava was created to keep soldiers warm throughout long winters at war. Fast-forward to the modern day and the style has ebbed and flowed in and out of favour, eventually becoming popular with the style set (in only the chicest iterations, of course), with many adding the knitted hood to their cold-weather rotation.
A practical solution to harsh British weather, influencers and celebrities have been spotted styling the knitted hood under thick jumpers and tailored coats, whilst high street brands and designer labels alike have rushed to create their versions in winter-ready fabrics such as wool and cashmere.
So, if you're looking for a cosy winter accessory to see you through the coldest days, scroll on to discover the best knitted hoods to shop now.
SHOP THE BEST KNITTED HOODS AND BALACLAVAS:
Grey is an enduring colour trend this season.
Add a splash of colour to your winter wardrobe.
This colourful oatmeal knit will keep you warm in style.
Navygrey creates the chicest knitwear. Now, that extends to hoods.
This oversized hood will slip under your coat with ease.
Take to the slopes in this supple ski mask.
With a thick elastic detail, this wool-blend version retains beautiful structure.
There's nothing I'd rather wear in the depths of winter than a cosy cashmere balaclava.
This scarf-hood hybrid is a cold-weather saviour.
Stay warm, stay chic.
I feel snuggly just looking at this picture.
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