The Cosy Winter Trend Fashion People Can't Get Enough of This Season

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

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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. 

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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.

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Natalie Munro
News Writer

Natalie Munro is Who What Wear UK’s news writer and has worked in the fashion industry since she graduated with a degree in Journalism from the University of the Arts London. Natalie’s experience in the industry spans journalistic and styling roles that have seen her work for publications including British Vogue, Conde Nast Traveller, Vogue Ukraine, AnOther Magazine and Elle UK.

With an interest in uncovering the latest fashion trends, Natalie takes a leading role in identifying news for Who What Wear UK. Reporting on a daily basis, Natalie focuses on trends on and off the runway, as well as street style and celebrity fashion. Natalie also creates content for Who What Wear’s social channels including TikTok and Instagram on a weekly basis.