THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO WINTER ACCESSORIES

Shop the best gloves, hats, scarves, socks, and tights of the season here. Your winter accessories haul has never been easier.

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    It goes without saying that the first line of defense against deteriorating winter conditions is a winter coat. After that, a pair of waterproof sneakers or winter boots will come in handy. Beyond the big-ticket items, though, lies a wealth of trimmings that are the difference between good protection and the best protection. Winter accessories like wool hats, windproof gloves, and chunky scarves are the unsung heroes of the cold seasons.

    A good wool beanie or bucket hat needs no justification. Most of the body’s heat is lost through the head on a cold day, so it makes sense that capping it with a toasty woolen number will go a long way to warming you up. Along with being essential winter accessories, the best winter hats are a simple style upgrade too.

    Cold hands are an all-but-inevitable part of winter. Unfortunately, even the best gloves can’t help with chilly offices or your friend’s apartment that is too expensive to heat. When outdoors, though, look to names like The North Face or Yves Salomon for cozy gloves that balance technicality with, for want of a better term, fluffiness.

    While most winter coats will feature some attempt to lock in heat that wants to escape through the neck funnel, it’s a difficult task that few have mastered. Scarves save the day. From simple, chunky knit scarves to advanced down scarves, there’s a lot to pick from. Rest assured, there are no wrong choices.

    The best gloves for winter

    Featured In This Image: The North Face gloves

    On a more technical note, this pair of The North Face gloves features a Heatseeker™ Eco-insulated non-PFC DWR-coated shell. All of that to say that they’re both windproof and water-repellent and feature Etip tech to make them touchscreen-compatible.

    Featured In This Image: Paloma Wool gloves

    The long, extended cuffs of these pink wool gloves from Paloma Wool might feel like a dramatic style choice but they’re actually very useful. The elasticated, ribbed structure is tight but not restrictive, and allows the wearer to overlay sleeve and glove for increased insulation.

    Featured In This Image: Yves Salomon gloves

    Leather gloves come in all shapes and sizes, from the sometimes-sinister black classics to the cuteness overload of these Yves Salomon mittens. Don’t mistake cuteness for impracticality, though; this pair is cut from pure lambskin to make them warm and seriously hard-wearing.

    The best hats for winter

    Featured In This Image: Jacquemus hat

    While Simon Porte Jacquemus might be best known for sun-soaked summer collections staged in the South of France, his eponymous label knows a thing or two about coziness, too. This textured alpaca wool beanie features a silver-tone metallic trim for that signature Jacquemus attitude.

    Featured In This Image: Max Mara hat

    Trapper hats are designed for all eventualities. Complete with a brim to shield the eyes from sunlight as well as ear flaps for when the temperature drops, they’re a versatile option when it comes to winter hats. This version from Max Mara ups the luxury levels with a soft camel hair and silk blend.

    Featured In This Image: Marni hat

    Fashion’s favorite purveyor of mohair, Marni knows the winter season is never complete without a piece of super-shaggy headwear. This year, a quilted shearling hat assumes the role with a pure lambskin body and soft viscose lining for comfort.

    Featured In This Image: Guest in Residence hat

    Among all the head-turning winter hats out there, sometimes it’s the simple wool beanie that really grabs the attention. Gigi Hadid’s Guest in Residence uses high-quality pure cashmere so that this beanie is soft, light, and insulating.

    The best scarves for winter

    Featured In This Image: NORSE PROJECTS scarf

    NORSE PROJECTS’s mantra is that the best clothes are practical as well as pretty. Alongside iconic British woolen mill Abraham Moon & Sons, Norse Projects offers up a premium-quality wool scarf that fulfills the MO: simple, effective, and long-lasting.

    Featured In This Image: Stanley Raffington scarf

    Stanley Raffington gives a firm nod to his Jamaican roots with the red, gold, and green stripes that detail this rib-knit merino wool scarf.

    Featured In This Image: YMC scarf

    British label YMC presents a quilted, filled scarf; it’s an easy way to upgrade your winter accessories game. While this could feel like a highly technical piece, the striped detailing ensures that it still has a classic personality.

    Featured In This Image: Toogood scarf

    The chunkier the knit, the cozier the fit. Toogood knows this for a fact, and it’s why the label’s Mountaineer scarf comes with some of the chunkiest wool of the season.

    The best umbrellas for winter

    Featured In This Image: Paul Smith umbrella

    Hailing from England—where winter is just three months of nonstop rain—it’s safe to say that Paul Smith knows how to stay dry without sacrificing style. Subtly detailed with the brand’s signature stripes, this collapsible umbrella offers style and substance.

    Featured In This Image: Burberry umbrella

    This all-black Burberry umbrella holds a tonal secret when opened. The label’s monogram logo runs throughout the canopy, adding a luxury twist to the tale.

    Featured In This Image: Alexander McQueen umbrella

    It is no coincidence that many of the best umbrellas come courtesy of British brands. This time, Alexander McQueen makes a contribution with a simple black iteration complete with text branding to the rim.

    The best winter socks

    Featured In This Image: AURALEE socks

    Nobody wants their socks slipping down to expose any unnecessary bare skin in winter. AURALEE’s over-the-knee socks are the solution, featuring a luxurious cashmere blend for the ultimate softness.

    Featured In This Image: Isabel Marant socks

    You can’t go wrong with a pair of luxury white socks. Embellished with Isabel Marant logo text to the ribbed cuff, this pair is a cut above the rest.

    Featured In This Image: ZEGNA x The Elder Statesman socks

    A collaboration between ZEGNA and The Elder Statesman is the knitwear version of the 1995 Michael Jordan and Scottie Pippen partnership—two greats making history. These multicolored, fluffy cashmere socks are the apex of sock-making.

    Featured In This Image: SOCKSSS socks

    Made from OEKO-TEX®-certified organic cotton-blend terrycloth, this two-pack of cozy men’s socks is a testament to the affordable luxury of SOCKSSS.

    The best tights for winter

    Featured In This Image: Burberry tights

    Despite how thin they are, tights are a crucial base layer during the winter months. Burberry’s classic check details this pair of wool-blend tights, which offers both insulation and classic British style.

    Featured In This Image: Marine Serre tights

    Marine Serre’s repeated patterns have become a recognizable detail for the French label. Here, the signature crescent moon sits in a checked monogram structure to detail the bold blue tights.

    Featured In This Image: ioannes tights

    In line with a more muted winter wardrobe, this pair of neutral brown tights from Parisian label ioannes is extremely versatile when it comes to styling. But, thanks to the subtle floral graphics, the tights won’t fade meekly into the background.

    Featured In This Image: Anna Sui tights

    Winter tights present another opportunity to have fun with your outfits. This pair of black tights from Anna Sui features a soft glittery finish to add some glitz to winter looks.

    • Date: November 21, 2023