10 Winter Hats For Natural Hair That'll Protect Your Beautiful Curls

Amanda Pena
Updated
(Photo: alejandrophotography via Getty Images)
(Photo: alejandrophotography via Getty Images)

I know the struggle that is trying to find a winter hat or beanie that will stylishly fit over my massive head of hair ― which I recently transitioned back to its naturally curly state.

Unless I slick down my hair with more gel than I care to admit I’ve done, I’ve found very few hats that will cover this mane without ruining my hairstyle or flattening my curls.

Fortunately, if you’ve given up on searching for that perfect hat-hair look, I’m here to help. Whether you’re looking for something slouchy, a bit fitted or even a hat with protective satin lining for zero frizz, complete your winter look and stay warm with these 10 cute winter hats for natural hair:

Satin Lined Beanie

Not only will this <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/292672503/satin-lined-beanie-mocha-jersey-cap?ref=shop_home_active_16" target="_blank">beanie</a> lock in moisture and prevent frizz, but it's perfect for those with shorter hair.
Not only will this beanie lock in moisture and prevent frizz, but it's perfect for those with shorter hair.

Chunky Knit Slouchy Wool Cap

This <a href="https://shop.nordstrom.com/s/nirvanna-designs-chunky-knit-slouchy-wool-cap/4705827?origin=category-personalizedsort&amp;fashioncolor=IVORY" target="_blank">slouchy cap</a> can suit any thickness of hair with its adjustable fold-over cuff.

Huggy Bear Chenille Beanie

The softness of this <a href="https://shop.nordstrom.com/s/free-people-huggy-bear-chenille-beanie/4787819?origin=category-personalizedsort&amp;fashioncolor=WINE" target="_blank">chenille beanie</a> will easily slide right over your head without messing up any style you have.

'Basque' Beret

For those with softer waves or curls, this <a href="https://shop.nordstrom.com/s/dorfman-pacific-basque-beret/4349188?origin=keywordsearch-personalizedsort&amp;fashioncolor=BLACK" target="_blank">gorgeous beret</a> is lined with soft satin and has a leather sweatband for that perfect fit.

All Day Every Day Slouchy Beanie

There's so much room in this <a href="https://www.freepeople.com/shop/all-day-every-day-slouchy-beanie/?adpos=1o3&amp;cm_mmc=RKG-GooglePLAsUS-_-GooglePLA-_-Non-Brand-PLA%20-%20NonBrand-_-Accessories&amp;color=004&amp;creative=194657953103&amp;device=c&amp;gclid=CjwKCAiA7JfSBRBrEiwA1DWSG79DCbEbEEXDpvQx9YfJkcLzCb9dwyHu3tk4WGeq1Wj6mUg7rozblRoCcugQAvD_BwE&amp;matchtype=&amp;mrkgadid=3207383215&amp;mrkgcl=720&amp;network=g&amp;product_id=43226786&amp;quantity=1&amp;rkg_id=h-cba8b2714724c5039985caadda2349bd_t-1514561840&amp;size=One%20Size&amp;type=REGULAR&amp;utm_campaign=non-brand&amp;utm_content=PLA%20-%20NonBrand&amp;utm_medium=pla&amp;utm_source=RKG-GooglePLAsUS&amp;utm_term=Accessories" target="_blank">beanie</a> to either tuck in your hair or keep it full and out without flattening out your texture.

Messy Bun Beanie

This <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/575801849/cable-knit-messy-bun-beanie-knit?ga_order=most_relevant&amp;ga_search_type=all&amp;ga_view_type=gallery&amp;ga_search_query=hats%20for%20natural%20hair&amp;ref=sr_gallery_3" target="_blank">messy bun beanie with satin lining</a> is perfect for protective styles or updos when it's close to wash day.

Cable Knit Beanie

I've had this <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MAZ6D4F/ref=twister_B01M9DKJJP?_encoding=UTF8&amp;th=1" target="_blank">beanie</a> through my transitioning phase up until my full natural phase and it never disappoints. It actually stays on my head, fits over my curls, and for under $10 it's a true steal.

Playoff Beanie

Keep it simple yet structured with this <a href="https://shop.nordstrom.com/s/carhartt-work-in-progress-playoff-beanie/4695986?origin=category-personalizedsort&amp;fashioncolor=DARK%20NAVY" target="_blank">durable 9-gauge stretch-knit cap</a>&nbsp;with versatile wearability to slouch back or ride lower on the forehead.

Frizz Free Protective Lined Beanie

If you've got locs, braids, or long hair, <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/KRAFTYKUZINS3/reviews?ref=l2-see-more-feedback" target="_blank">this sheer lined beanie</a> is sturdy and big enough to not disrupt any style.
If you've got locs, braids, or long hair, this sheer lined beanie is sturdy and big enough to not disrupt any style.

Sepp Knit Beanie

Beanies for natural hair don't have to be boring. Add some winter chic to your look with this <a href="https://shop.nordstrom.com/s/herschel-supply-co-sepp-knit-beanie/4536277?origin=coordinating-4536277-0-4-PDP_1-recbot-also_viewed2&amp;recs_placement=PDP_1&amp;recs_strategy=also_viewed2&amp;recs_source=recbot&amp;recs_page_type=product" target="_blank">pompom beanie</a> that's got a great amount of stretch to fit over your curls.

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