Where to find Melbourne's best beanies

Head out the door in cosy comfort with a new beanie. 

Ribbed beanie

Kloke has perfected the classic beanie this season. Available in gorgeous shades of orange, chocolate and citron, the proximity beanie is your winter wardrobe's new MVP. Made in a blend of responsibly sourced wool and recycled nylon, it's bound to last for years.

Fluffy striped beanie

Iconic Scandi brand Ganni has turned its attention to winter woollies. The striped soft wool beanie is an adorably fuzzy piece, in soft neutral tones. Made in an alpaca wool blend, you'll find it at Incu.

Locally made flag beanie

In need of a chunky beanie for the chilly days? Head over to Queen Victoria Women's Centre Shop! to pick up a flag beanie from Clothing the Gaps. Designed and knitted on Wurundjeri Country, wear it proudly with the embroidered Aboriginal Flag on display.

Italian lambswool beanie

Cosy up your winter fit with a ribbed style from Up There. Knitted with 100 per cent Italian merino lambswool in a cosy double ply, this beanie is the perfect staple for a Melbourne winter day.

Possum and alpaca

Made from possum fur and merino wool, the possum beanie from The Alpaca Collection is windproof and waterproof. Available in a wide range of colours, the stunningly soft beanie maintains shape nicely and keeps you cosy all day.

Unique variety 

From crocheted rainbows, to bright logo styles and brands like Supreme, Kickstw has it all. If you want to stay warm and make a statement, head over to their hidden store and check out the selection.

Colourful berets

Say bonjour to a new look this winter with a cotton beret from Kinki Gerlinki. This laneway boutique has styles in every colour of the rainbow. Go for a matchy-matchy tonal look or a contrasting pop of colour.

Fluffy bucket hat

It may not be a beanie but we guarantee it's every bit as snuggly. The teddy bucket hat from local label Aje is ultra warm for those icy Melbourne mornings. It's made in a faux shearling and is fully lined.

Retro ski beanie 

The ridgeline beanie from Helly Hansen keeps you warm from slopes to city. Designed to keep you dry on powder days, we'd expect nothing less from these outdoor experts. Styled with retro stripes and a fluffy pompom, it's cute, practical and cosy!

Over 100 beanies to choose from

Pop into Fast Times and refresh your beanie collection. With over one hundred stylish beanies to choose from you can level up your collection. Find funky prints from Smile and Wave, loud designs with pompoms from Nixon, cosy recycled wool from Patagonia and much more.

Bright and colourful

For those gloomy days where you’re craving colour, reach for the classic cuff beanie in mustard from Sure Store. With low key branding in a classic fold style, this snug design is perfect for everyday wear. Embroidered right here in Melbourne.

Hats for your hairstyle 

Wear your hair up while wearing your beanie too. The Hat Project has the ultimate compromise. The ponytail beanie is a functional and stylish knitted beanie designed with a hole at the top, just pull your ponytail through and stay warm at the same time! Available in a mix of three colours.

DIY beanie kit

If you're of the crafty persuasion, create your own dream beanie with a DIY kit from Morris and Sons. The geometric Liverpool Street hat is knitted up in two shades of soft alpaca yarn with a fluffy pom pom on top. Don't know how to knit yet? There's a kit to teach you the ropes that comes with everything you need.

Mushroom beanie 

Stand out in the city crowd with the shroom beanie from Dangerfield. In a sleek black with a cute and colourful mushroom detail, this beanie is the most adorable winter warmer to brighten your day.