Are There Different Styles of Beanies?

Classic Cuffed Beanie

The most traditional style of beanie is probably the cuffed beanie – a knitted hat with a folded, often ribbed, cuff. These beanies are simple, versatile and suit virtually anyone, no matter what you’re wearing!

Fisherman Cap

Fisherman caps are a shorter style of beanie, designed to sit higher on the head, often just above or grazing the ears. This gives these beanies a cropped, edgier silhouette. These hats originated as workwear in the 19^th century, designed to keep fisherman’s heads warm in harsh, cold weather at sea (hence the name!).

Skull Cap

Skull caps are a style of beanie that is brimless, cuffless and fits snugly around the head. In addition to being a trendy fashion item, this style of beanie also works great as a base layer under helmets, keeping the head warm and protected in cold weather. 

Slouchy Beanie

Slouchy beanies are a long, baggy style of beanie where there hat fabric extends past the back of the head, creating a drooping or slouching effect. They are usually designed with more fabric than a standard beanie, allowing for a looser fit and more relaxed look.

Bobble Hat

Bobble hats, or pom pom beanies, are a classic style of beanie featuring a pom pom sewed into the top. They have a more playful and quirky aesthetic compared to classic cuffed beanies and often come in a wide range of designs and colours. To learn more about bobble hats and why they were created, check out our blog Why Do Some Beanies Have Pom Poms?.