Winter Gifts for Her

Winter gifts for her that she'll actually wear: two velvet hats in black, gray and brown, and a thermal underwear 3-pack for the woman who is always cold. Both hats adjust to fit, so you can buy without knowing her head size.

  • Velvet beret — for a polished, French look. Six-panel 3D dome that holds its shape; adjusts 55–58 cm (21.7"–22.8").
  • Velvet cloche bucket hat — for vintage, 1920s style. Bell crown and rolled brim, covers the tops of the ears; adjusts 54–57 cm (21.3"–22.4").
  • Thermal underwear 3-pack — for cold commutes and cold offices. High-waisted, pick any three of brown, grey and white; the fabric measured 6.4°C (11.5°F) warmer at peak in independent lab testing.
How do I choose the right size for a gift?

Hats: both adjust with a hook-and-loop strap inside the band. The beret covers 55–58 cm and the cloche bucket hat 54–57 cm, so if she has a larger head or finds hats tight, choose the beret. Thermal underwear: one size, designed for 4'11"–5'11" (150–180 cm) and 99–143 lb (45–65 kg). Unopened packs can be returned within 14 days; opened packs can't.

Beret or cloche bucket hat: which should I get her?

The beret sits on top of the head and leaves the ears open, with a French look. The cloche bucket hat sits low toward the brow, covers more of the head and leans Art Deco. Same velvet and the same three colors, so the two also work as a pair.

Are velvet hats warm enough for winter?

For cool city days. The velvet is dense and the cloche bucket hat comes down over the tops of the ears, but neither hat is insulated. For real cold, pair a hat with ear warmers, or add the thermal underwear.

What's a good gift for a woman who is always cold?

A thermal base layer she can wear every day under normal clothes. The CatWarm thermal underwear is thin enough to wear under jeans, has a high waist that lies flat, and a logo inside the waistband shifts from blue to pink as washes add up, so she knows when to replace a pair. Lab figures are fabric measurements, not a guaranteed change in body temperature; see the lab reports.

How do I care for a velvet hat?

Spot clean only. Use a lint roller for lint and pet hair, and brush the pile gently in one direction if it looks flattened. Don't machine wash. More in our guide on how to clean and store a velvet hat.

Still deciding? Read the full Winter Gift Guide for Her.