Even if Kate Middleton isn't your ultimate style icon, her penchant for a hat is bound to bring them back into the limelight. Teamed with a sharp coat and boots, this broad-brimmed Harriman hat will add flair to a winter look. £49, 020-7473-9630
Not too floppy and nightcap-like, but nice and slouchy, All Saints have nailed the grungy beanie with this lambswool and angora mix Aran-knit style. £30, allsaints.com
Cute but simple, this bobble hat comes in pale pink and mauve. Just don't match it with your scarf and gloves - casually eclectic is better. £14, monsoon.co.uk
This won't date, will go with anything and flatter everyone. In other words it's another wardrobe essential from the brand that does them so well. £12.50 www.gap.eu
This quirky hat has spawned numerous imitations since it was created, but it has lost none of its appeal. Why not do your bit to support original design and invest in the real thing. £54, bernstockspeirs.com
Perfect for that 'off duty rock star recording an album in a country pile' look. Pair with Isabel Marant ankle boots, skinny jeans and a peacoat. £23, asos.com
With a cold winter on the cards this Ugg hat is one of the toastiest you can buy and the aviator style is right on trend. It will also last for years. £110, uggaustralia.com
Choose a style, a colour and a stitch, then an expert granny will knit your personalised hat up for you using British-spun merino wool yarn. £38, granniesinc.co.uk
A felt beret can look a bit try-hard, as if you think it's the only ingredient needed for Gallic chic. This softer, textured take on the beret is more laid back and a splash of red is very au courant this season. £14, houseoffraser.co.uk
Custom cannot stale leopard print's infinite variety. It works on shoes, belts, coats and hats. This overblown version is particularly cool and the soft grey is more flattering on most skin tones than yellow. £155, netaporter.com
Just in time for the arctic weekend, a selection of soft or structured, but always downright stylish headgear...
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