About The Tuque
 A toque or tuque (Canadian French: tuque, sometimes also spelled touque in English is a knitted hat, originally of wool though now often of synthetic fibers, that is designed to provide warmth in winter. All tuques are tapered, they sometimes have ear-flaps, and may be topped with a pom-pon, this style of tuque is sometimes referred to as a sherpa. Tuques may have a folded brim, or none, and may be worn tightly fitting the skull or loose on top although the latter is considered more standard. The tuque usually is considered Canada's national winter hat … [READ MORE]
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All About Beanies
 In the early 1990s, the beanie saw a reemergence in popularity due to the "grunge" clothing trend as well as the popularization of snowboarding and other cold weather sports activities. The modern beanie is usually made of fleece, or special synthetic material that wicks moisture away. Woven versions, resembling tobogganing caps, are also popular sportswear accessories for winter sports -- such as snowboarding. As one travels north into colder climates the beanie swings away from the 'form' it favors in the south to the 'function' of the north. In areas such as Canada and the northern states it is more functional … [READ MORE]
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