Every winter, we search for chic ways to stay warm. This year, the quest for that search has ended thanks to the fashionable and functional balaclava trend.
Don’t know what a balaclava is? Here’s a little crash course.
Once reserved for winter sports, like skiing, balaclavas are basically wearable hoods that keep your neck, head, and face warm and cozy in the cold (think ski mask, just way cuter).
Recently, they’ve transitioned from the slopes to the streets. The balaclava trend emerged last winter, and now, everyone from celebrities to influencers are rocking them, making it the cold weather accessory you never knew you needed.
In addition to providing added warmth, balaclavas make a major fashion statement. Whether a colorful hand-knitted balaclava from Etsy, a Free People bonnet with a cool grandma essence about it, or a model off-duty hooded scarf from ASOS, you’ll look effortlessly cool.
Get your hands on the cutest cold weather accessory of the season with these chic balaclava picks from Anthropologie, Amazon, and more.
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