And not a minute too soon: As temperatures continue to drop, I’ll take all the extra face coverage I can get ... If you’re willing to splurge, go for this balaclava that’s hand-knit from ...

The North Face Whimzy Powder Hood ($40), a looser-fitting fleecy hood-style balaclava that keeps you protected from the elements while offering full mobility. One day last winter, we woke up to ...

The knitted bonnet, otherwise referred to as a hood or balaclava should it cover a significant portion of your lower face, is the unlikely essential companion to any cold weather ensemble in 2025.