The wool cap is the winter hat par excellence, but wearing this garment it is very easy to fall into a purely youthful style. To transform a hat from a child's necessity into a sophisticated fashion accessory, stick to chic styles and wear it in a way that emphasizes your desire for style rather than using it for mere practicality.
Steps
Method 1 of 3: Part 1: Choose the Cap
Step 1. Consider a neutral color
Flashy colors and patterns tend to look a little childish and will make your style look considerably less chic. Black, white, gray, brown or beige are best, plus neutral colors are more versatile. If you want a color, go for a classic color, such as red or blue, and go for a gem shade or a strong color without falling for the fluorescent colors.
Step 2. Avoid decorations
Avoid styles with pom-poms, pearls or zippers. A simple knitted beret has a classic and trendy look, but designs with embellishments or embellishments tend to look less sophisticated. If you're going for embellishments, opt for something subtle like decorative brown buttons.
Step 3. Choose a more comfortable model
Caps with elastic tend to tighten the forehead. In addition to being uncomfortable and leaving a red line on the skin, a tight cap tends to look less stylish.
Method 2 of 3: Part 2: Put on the Cap and Fix your Hair
Step 1. Keep the cap over your forehead for a casual look
The front of the cap should be just above the eyebrows, while the side should cover the ears. Do not pull the cap all the way down. Instead, leave it a little softer at the top and back. Push the bangs under the hat, especially if a little dirty or flat.
Step 2. Give a little twist to the back
For a small change to everyday life, put the hat on your forehead, but just fold it on the back. This style is called “Peter Pan”, and let the cap feel a little softer on the head while leaving the neck uncovered. As a result, the hat will only cover part of the ears. This style works well with both hidden bangs and when exposed.
Step 3. Keep it comfortable by folding it up
While not the trendiest look, if you are planning to be out in the cold for an extended period of time, fold the cap once around the full circumference. The cap will be tighter on the head, making it look more practical than trendy, and should cover the forehead, ears and neck well. Wear this style with the hidden bangs.
Step 4. Give your bangs a boost
If you want a look that looks a little more trendy than usual, wear the cap softer a little raised on your head and leave the bangs out. Move it to one side for a more playful alternative.
Step 5. Leave the bangs out
If you have a short enough fringe, you can leave it out above the brows. The hat will flatten it though, so this style won't work if you have longer bangs that would cover your eyes. It also works best if you have long hair instead of short or medium length.
Step 6. Leave your hair down
The simplest thing to do with your hair when wearing a cap is to simply let it loose. Letting your hair down prevents weird bumps from appearing under your hat, and will warm your neck and hair more from the cold autumn or winter wind.
Step 7. Make a low ponytail
You can choose to braid your hair or leave it straight, but if you decide to wear your hair back, make sure the ponytail is low on the head or side, to avoid creating weird bumps under the hat.
Method 3 of 3: Part 3: Choose the Jacket
Step 1. Coordinate your cap with the jacket
A good way to keep a trendy and sophisticated look is to choose a hat that goes well with the color of your jacket. Even if the color is not exactly the same, you should look for a color of the same shade. If you have a black wool coat, for example, choose a black or dark gray beret. For white coats, try a beret in a shade of white or beige.
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Alternatively, you can use your cap to add some color. If the rest of your winter wardrobe is the same color, a beret can be used to add visual interest. If you go out in a black jacket and black boots, for example, a flashy red beret can be used to add some style to your look.
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Step 2. Try on a leather jacket
The smooth and durable look of the leather creates an interesting contrast to the soft, domestic look of a knitted cap. A fine knit cap creates minimal contrast, but a chunky knit cap will stand out more. A black leather jacket will generally work better than a brown leather jacket as it has a rougher look, but if you prefer brown leather, choose a chocolate color over a light beige or suede brown.
Step 3. Put on a thick sweater
Instead of creating a contrast of materials, wear the cap with materials of a similar texture to create a uniform look. Treat a sweater like a jacket by wearing it over a T-shirt. To maximize the effect of this look, choose a chunky sweater paired with a similar cap. The look of the sweater can be used with a contrasting but complementary colored cap, or with one of the same shade.
Step 4. Put on a pea coat
For a more feminine approach to the beret, wear it with a pea coat. Avoid fine knit caps and go for something that looks handmade, as these usually look warmer and more feminine. You can maximize the softness of this look by choosing a white jacket with a white beret, or you can maximize the look and make it a little more chic and feminine by choosing a black or dark gray coat and a beanie of the same color or a gem color.
Step 5. Look at the model
If you're wearing a jacket or coat, choose a more fitted style to counteract the more messy, softer nature of the cap. If you choose a sweater instead, you can opt for a softer model, as the sweater should look as if you were wearing it over another dress. Either way, the sweater or jacket shouldn't be too big.
Advice
- Bring some serum or hairspray with you if you have dry hair. Dry hair tends to become static once the cap is removed. A good hair spray will remedy the problem, but if your hair is particularly picky a serum might be better.
- If you know you will need to wear a cap, try drying your hair upside down. This will cause the roots to rise, preventing the hair from becoming too flat and greasy when you wear the cap.
