It’s undeniably hat and scarf season and there’s no warmer option than a big ass furry trapper hat.
Sure they might have been designed for hunters and people who do worth jobs in the outdoors, but there’s no reason that cold-eared city-dwellers can’t get in on the action too.
My only problem with trapper hats is that I can’t wear my big headphones with them, but it’s a small price to pay for a snazzy hat.
Plaid Trapper Hat
$29.50, American Eagle
When I think trapper, I envisage either a furry Russian number or something of the tartan variety. This number features a bit of both and the good news is that the fur is of the faux-variety. My only beef with this hat is that the pom poms are a little on the small side. Pom poms should be at least the size of an apple if you ask me, preferably more melon-sized.
Geo Trapper Hat
$38, Urban Outfitters
Tartan might be more traditional, but Urban Outfitter’s hipster crowd are probably a bit tired of plaid now after all those shirts this year. This geometric 80s print is much more appropriate for the stylish folks who shop at UO although my personal choice from their vast range of hats is this little number which is equal parts terrifying and amazing.
Electric Blue Bear Trapper
£22, Topman
Thought nu-rave was a thing of the past? Think again. Topman’s totally OTT blue faux fur hat is ludicrously extravagant and to be honest, I’m not sure how many men would actually wear it. I know plenty of ladies that would though, hence the love. Nice leather ties too. The only thing that would make this better would be if there was a pink one to match the D&G coat of my dreams.
Cable Trapper Hat
£12, ASOS
A trapper doesn’t have to be furry as this knitted number from ASOS rather successfully proves. In a super chunky cable knit and eye-catching shade of magenta, this warm and woolly hat will keep you warm without screaming ‘I’m a lumberjack and I’m OK’. Also available in a tasteful teal, if neons aren’t your bag.
Pom Pom Trapper Hat
£10, Marks & Spencer
First a confession. This hat is designed for a child. However… if your head isn’t the size of a basketball like mine, I’m sure you could squeeze your bonce into it easily. The heart pattern is extremely cutesy and very festive and the pom poms are satisfyingly supersized, especially if you envision them on a child’s head. There’s an earmuff version too, if you’re not into the hat.
Sheepskin Antarctic Hat
£54.76, Elm House
If you read my post last week, you’ll know of my dislike for Ugg boots. That shouldn’t be mistaken for a dislike of sheepskin though, oh no! This snug-tastic sheepy trapper is probably going to be the warmest thing that ever graces your head and it’s stylish to boot. As a final bonus, it reminds me quite a lot of something an aviatress might wear during their down time.