Find the perfect New Zealand hats for winter

New Zealanders love the summer, but what about the winter? When the cold weather comes and our heads get a little colder, where do we turn? Those train rides to work in the middle of July aren't much fun when you can't feel your ears because of the cold.

The answer lies in selecting the appropriate head wear.

What hats are best for winter?

Winter in the Southern Hemisphere is a little different to in the northern hemisphere. Here, it is genuinely less cold and not as uncomfortable.

That doesn't mean that you don't need to keep your head warm though! A good winter hat is a sound investment - particularly if it makes you look stylish as well.

The best winter hats are those which keep your head warm whilst minimising how much you sweat. Look for wool blends or, if you feel adventurous (and rich) a Marino.

Winter hats don't need to be dull

The winter months are drab but that doesn't mean you need to look dull! If you look at our friends in the northern hemisphere, you'll see that winter is the height of fashion - not the low!

Pick a Marino or wool flat cap that is stylish but practical and you can't go wrong. Don't like cheese cutter hats? Go for a woollen fedora or trilby instead.

The trick is to select a style of hat that truly works for you. If you really feel good in your winter hat, you will look good in it.

But what if you don't suit hats?

Well, I don't believe that I'm afraid. I hear it all the time, "I don't suit hats"; "it makes my ears look big" etc.

Well, with the right hat, that fits your style as well as your head, you will always look good. The reason some people don't look good wearing a hat is they are wearing the wrong hat!

The key thing is to try a few hats on and get a sense of what suits you best.
The problem with high street shops in NZ is that there isn't a large enough range of hats to choose from (or they are of the infuriating 'one size fits all' range which I hate).

If flat caps or cheese cutter hats are your thing, find a NZ hat shop that has more than two styles. If it's fedoras you like, then again, look for different shapes and sizes. There will be a hat that is right for you.

Of course, I would recommend you go to a certain online hat shop (hint hint) and avoid the high street altogether.

Buy your winter NZ hat online today

So, hop online and check out a few styles. Cheese cutter hats, fedoras, trilbies, you name it, you can find it online.

If you're thinking 'where can I buy a cool, stylish winter hat in New Zealand?', think 'online hat store.'

Happy shopping!

Winter hats: essential fashion for the urban Kiwi

Winter hats: essential fashion for the urban Kiwi

Hat fashion trends for 2013

Wide brim hats like fedoras are hugely in the at the moment. The classic shape is timeless. Walk down Queen Street and you'll see an abundance of guys (and girls) sporting Indiana Jones' hallmark. Tip - add a design flourish like a textured satin band or a feather to give it a lift. Choose wool and felt materials for winter hats as they offer the most maximum warmth. They're also super stylish: great for office attire.

Beanies are also a great winter hat option as they go with practically anything and come in wide range of shapes and materials. But if you want to keep the ears warm, there's nothing better than a bear trapper or wool bucket hat. Materials abound but wool, cashmere and acrylics are name of the game but keep those ears nice and cosy.

Shop online for great hat deals

As Autumn finally gives way to Winter, you're probably going to start thinking about where to shop for Winter hats. It isn't all that fun getting a head freeze on the walk to the train station, so a few warm hats is an essential part of your  winter wardrobe.

There are some great styles to choose from when you shop in the right boutique Stores. Most good stores will have a few wool or felt fedoras, typically in black or brown which are the most versatile tones. And it isn't hard to pick up a good beanie or knit hat (but make sure you don't go for the el cheapo option or it will fall apart way before Spring). The key thing is to make sure that your winter hats are well constructed, fit your head, your personality and your wallet.

Be kind to your head with a stylish winter hat from Prohibition Hats NZ

Laurie Turnbull
Owner / Founder
Prohibition Hats NZ
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