Wardrobe Oxygen: Elle Macpherson Showcases the Fashion Trend of Winter Hats
By AlisonGary(view all posts by AlisonGary)
at 10:55AM Monday November 28, 2011
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Just one look at Elle Macpherson at the Macy's Thanksgiving Day parade and it's clear that this winter it is possible to look fashionable and stay warm with a hat. Gone are winters where you can only bundle up in ski caps to ward off chill--this winter is about chic chapeaus that also keep you cozy when the weather is frightful.
Elle's fedora is the height of style this winter. Made of wool, this style of hat will keep you warm and also shield your eyes from a wintry glare of the sun. A color better shows off the detail of the hat.
Like Elle Macpherson, choose a contrast color that accents your current wardrobe. Other celebs like Beyonce and Katie Holmes have also rocked the fedora this fall and winter. While fedoras have been en vogue for a few seasons, this winter the brim is bigger and has a more '70s vibe to it.
Get Elle's look for less with this
buckled floppy hat from
Forever 21--at less than $20 you can afford to add this look to your wardrobe.
The bowler hat is back in style and gives an edgy feel to a classic wardrobe. Celebs like Rachel Bilson and Fergie have been seen sporting this adorable style of hat; for this style keep it classic with basic black. Choose felt or wool to maintain the style while keeping your head toasty warm on the coldest winter days.
This
bowler from
Urban Outfitters is a wonderful choice and is under $30.
Wide-brim hats are always hot for summer as they keep the sun off your face and neck while achieving boho chic; this style has continued into the colder months by changing the fabric to felt and wool. Celebs like Kim Kardashian and Nicole Ritchie have been seen wearing a wintry wide-brim hat with fur vests and turtleneck for an ultra-glam way to stay warm.
For this silhouette, a neutral color like taupe or black is best to balance out such a large accessory. I love
this version from
ASOS: classic shape, classic color, and less than $50!
The cloche is an always-chic choice for wintry fashion. The style keeps your ears warm and toasty while still maintaining great style. This look as been seen on celebrity fashionstas such as Victoria Beckham and Leighton Meister.
A cloche looks equally fashionable in black as well as an accent color--don't be afraid to consider unusual materials like faux fur or angora to make a hot statement on the coldest winter day.
I love this classic and
chic felt cloche from Merona for
Target--utterly elegant and a lovely price of only $16.99.
The beanie is the flattering version of the classic ski cap--while it too is knitted, it's slouchy and frames the face in a far more feminine and flattering manner. This is a great choice for casual weekends, and has been seen on celebrities like Jessica Alba and Taylor Swift.
Classic black or gray is a subtle way to stay warm and chic, but don't fear an accent color like red or plum to add a pop of color to a dreary wintry day.
This
red beanie from Forever 21 would look adorable with your peacoat or puffer jacket, and is only $7.80.
A cossack is a classic style of fur hat meant to keep the wearer warm, but this silhouette is also quite elegant. This style is especially popular in very cold climates and has been seen on stylish celebs such as Kate Middleton and Kate Moss.
Choose this
faux fur version from
H&M for less than $10 and pair it with a longer tailored black wool coat for instant elegance.
I personally decided to break out of my winter-hat shell and bought this adorable
leopard-print faux fur fedora from the Albertus Swanepoel for Target collection. Swanepoel is a famous milliner who has partnered with many popular high-end brands for winter hat collections.
Get the look for less with this version--at only $19.99 it's a budget-friendly way to add style and warmth to your winter wardrobe!
What do you think of these winter hat trends? Are you planning to stay warm stylishly this season?
Alison Gary has over ten years experience as a personal shopper, stylist, and visual merchandiser. Her blog Wardrobe Oxygen provides fashion advice to all women, regardless of age, size, budget, or lifestyle. She is a full-time working mother, blogger, wife, and frugal fashionista located in the Washington D.C. area.
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