We’re huge fans of Melin headwear. The hats are top notch both in quality and craftsmanship. When we discovered they are now offering beanies, we were very interested in getting our hands on them. As much as we love caps, when the weather dips below 50, a beanie just makes more sense. We took a look at 3 different styles, the Journey, Destination and All Day Beanies.
Function
When it comes to keeping your dome warm, beanies are just about the best option out there. We really like how Melin’s beanies have an interior liner that offers some sweat wicking abilities, great for when you’re shoveling snow. The lining also works as a comfortable and non itchy barrier, for those sensitive to wool but like the thermal advantages. Melin’s offerings have beanies made of Cashmere, Merino and Alpaca – we highly suggest checking out their site to see all the flavors available. The Destination Beanie has a very shallow fit, whereas the Journey sits deeply. I found all to be very warm, when they came in contact with my head, but obviously the shallower fitting models will be less warm.
Aesthetic
Here we have 3 different models – Depending on what materials you want and the fit, you have several options.
The Journey Beanie This beanie sits deep on the head, offering ear coverage. Better for activities like snowboarding or prolonged exposure to cold. Polyester blend with fleece lining.
The Destination Beanie has a shallow fit, ears will likely be partially exposed. This is a mild weather beanie, alpaca/wool construction makes it light and adaptable to various temps (like going in and out all day)
The All Day Beanie is also another great beanie for everyday use. The ability to roll the cuff up or down makes it a versatile tool for combatting Jack Frost. Cashmere build gives a really luxe feel as well.
Conclusion:
Melin did a great job capturing the classic Beanie look without going overboard. Quality fit and finish creates a look that will compliment your winter wardrobe and not smother it.