Style Overview

Your ears sting before you reach the end of the driveway... and a hat tugged down over them fixes it in one motion! Our cozy winter accessories are treasures that work just like that, from jeweled beanies and a chenille poncho scarf to knit convertible fingerless gloves and over-the-knee socks. Chunky knits, the Calla jacquard pattern, plush chenille and fuzzy sherpa all show up in happy colors that cut right through a gray sky. Layer them with the warmest socks and slippers we make and winter sounds pretty wonderful.

Matching Your Layers to the Forecast

Cold isn't one thing. A 50-degree morning asks for something completely different than a 20-degree walk to the mailbox. Keep a few options by the door and you'll never overdo it or come up short.

• Crisp and breezy, roughly 45 to 60 degrees. A lightweight scarf and fingerless gloves are plenty. Skip the hat and let a Boho Bandeau® hold your hair back instead.
• Properly cold, roughly 25 to 45 degrees. Beanie weather, officially! Add a full scarf and pull over-the-knee socks on under your boots.
• Bitter, below 25 degrees. Stack it all. Knit hat, chenille poncho across the shoulders, mitten flap closed and thick socks under everything.

The convertible gloves earn their keep in that middle range especially. Flip the mitten top back to dig for keys, then flip it forward the second your fingers start complaining. We love a treasure that changes its mind as fast as the weather does!

Keeping Knits Soft All Winter Long

Knits live a hard life from November on. They get stuffed into coat pockets, sat on in the car and worn three days running when the temperature refuses to budge. A little attention keeps them looking like the day you brought them home.

Check the care label first, then wash on a gentle cycle in cool water. Lay knits flat to dry whenever the label allows, because high heat is what turns a fluffy beanie into a sad, stiff one. Tumble dry on low only when you have to, and reshape a damp hat with your hands so it remembers its shape.

Little fuzzy pills show up on anything worn against a coat collar, and they're not a flaw. Run a sweater comb over the surface every few weeks and the color looks bright again. Sherpa linings love a quick brush with your fingers after a wash so the pile stands back up.

When spring finally arrives, fold your knits instead of hanging them, since hangers stretch brims out of shape. Tuck them somewhere dry alongside the comfy knits we live in all winter, and next October will feel like a reunion!

Warmth That Travels

Cold weather accessories pack better than anything else you own, which is why we always throw a spare beanie in the bag. They squish flat, weigh almost nothing and rescue you when the forecast turns out to be wrong. Keep a backup pair of gloves and a wrap in the car all season.

Football games, early flights and surprise stops at the tree farm all go better when the trunk has backup! A poncho scarf doubles as a blanket on a long drive, and tall socks fold into the corner of a duffel without a fight.

A boxed boho sock set travels especially well, and not only for you. It slips into a suitcase without taking up real space, so you show up to a holiday visit with a little somethin' for the hostess who insisted you shouldn't bring anything. We do this constantly, and it's never once gone badly.

Cabin trips are where this collection really shines. Pack one beanie you love, one scarf that goes with everything and slippers for cold floors, and you've covered every hour from the drive up to the fire dying down. These are the treasures that earn a spot in your carry-on, right next to the hats and scarves we reach for year-round and more from our happy accessories shop.

Our Cold Weather Accessories

Our cold weather accessories are the knit beanies, soft scarves, convertible gloves and tall socks that keep you warm and toasty from the very first frost right through the last gray week of winter. We make ours in colors and patterns cheerful enough to turn a freezing morning into a small celebration!

FAQs

Are Natural Life knit hats and gloves one size?

Most of our knits are made to fit most, with plenty of give right where you need it, and the tall socks stretch generously, too. That easy sizing is a gift-giver's best friend, since you can pick something out for a friend, a niece or a coworker without ever knowing a single measurement. No guessing, no exchanges, just happy.

How do I wash a knit hat or wrap?

Check the care label first, then wash on a gentle cycle in cool water. Lay it flat to dry whenever the label allows, because high heat is the fastest way to lose that soft feel. Give it a gentle reshape with your fingers while it's still damp, and it will hold its shape beautifully for many winters.

Do cold weather accessories make good gifts?

Some of the very best! A beanie, a boxed boho sock set or a pair of fingerless gloves feels thoughtful without any sizing stress, and they're friendly enough on the budget to give a few. Bundle one with cozy gifts for everyone on your list and you've got a present that gets used every single day of winter.

Can I use my phone with the convertible gloves?

Yes, and honestly that's why we make them! Flip the mitten top back and your fingertips are free to text, scroll, unlock the car or dig out a coffee card. Flip it forward when you're done and your hands are covered again. No peeling anything off in a freezing parking lot while the cocoa gets cold.

How do I style a poncho scarf?

Pull it on over your head, let it fall across your shoulders, then leave it exactly as it lands. It layers over a denim jacket, a chunky sweater or a long dress without any fussing. Belt it at the waist when you want more shape, or wear it open on the couch during holiday movie marathons as a very cute blanket.

Related Styles

Once your head and hands are handled, keep the layering going with warm sweaters and jackets for when the coat comes off indoors. Snowy nights on the couch call for a soft blanket across your lap.

We're obsessed with our flannel and corduroy favorites on weekends. And for the hours spent near a fire, everything cabin core is calling!