Balaclava Season is Upon Us, And I Found The 12 Coziest Options to Shop
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Hello. This is your PSA that Balaclava season is around the corner. In case you need a little refresher, everyone and their mothers were wearing the protective headpieces last year in an attempt to ward off the cold. Balaclavas are warm head coverings that go over your entire neck and head, leaving only the face exposed (though plenty wrap over the mouth, too). Despite the intensity with which I take staying warm seriously, I missed the chance to find the best balaclavas last year. All the ones I desired were sold out by the time I decided on making the investment, while others were a little above my budget.
I make this promise to myself each year, but I want to spend the colder months looking winter chic. I’ve never successfully kept said promise—last year the least of all—but I’m taking another shot at not looking like a goblin by the end of January. I’ve already invested in an oversized long wool coat, and next on my list is a soft cashmere balaclava.
If you’re looking for a sophisticated alternative to hoodies and hats, balaclavas are your answer. Plenty of coats and sweaters don’t come with that extra head covering, either, making these soft headpieces something of a necessity, even. I went ahead and dug up the best balaclavas in various styles and materials, so you too can win at winter fashion this year.
