Here are some cool beanies for men in an assortment of materials, some of which are recycled and eco-friendly, and all are vegan. I found a number of great styles made from fabric blends that will keep your head warm in the winter, without the itchiness of wool. Plus, some that are great for warm weather too – they’ll keep your head cool while protecting it from the sun.
The best beanies for men look great while being made with eco-friendly materials, such as hemp, organic cotton, and recycled polyester. So, whether you’re looking for a slouchy hat, a fitted skully, a ski hat, or a longshoreman-style knit cap, you’ll find some great options here.
1. Soul Role Organic Cotton and Hemp Beanie Hat
Based on the beautiful Hamakua Coast in Laupahoehoe, Hawaii, SoulRole handcrafts ethical clothing using organic, eco-friendly fabrics. You can see some of their eco-friendly hoodies here on UniGuide.
SoulRole makes a few different styles of stylish beanies for men, all in eco-friendly fabrics. Their heather hats are made with an organic cotton and hemp jersey blend, making them super soft to the touch and comfy enough to wear all day without being itchy.
Available colors: storm gray, light brown, red wine, stone blue, and forest green
2. Men’s Organic Cotton and Hemp Slouchy Knit Hat
Another cool style from SoulRole, this men’s slouch beanie is also handmade with naturally stretchy organic cotton and hemp blend fabric.
3. Recycled Plastic and Organic Cotton Guitar Beanie
This cool, heather gray beanie has a gold guitar emblazoned on the front. It’s made with an organic cotton and recycled polyester blend fabric. The guitar is printed with a non-toxic, water-based ink. It’s made in the USA in Florida.
4. Colorful Hemp and Cotton Handmade Crochet Beanie
Based in Russia, Hemp4Life’s founders Alena and Sergey are evangelists for the powerful properties of hemp as a sustainable material, which can be used to make a wide variety of comfortable, stylish clothes. Hemp4Lifes’ beanies for men include cool, slouchy hats and skullies that are all handmade with hemp and cotton knits that gets softer with age. They’ll keep your head warm in winter and cool in summer. Plus, hemp is highly resistant to ultraviolet light, which means it won’t fade easily in the sunlight and it will protect your head form harmful UV rays.
5. Men’s Linen Slouch Beanie
This cool and versatile vegan slouch hat is made with linen, cotton, and spandex.
Available colors: black, dark gray, light gray, and navy blue
6. Men’s 100% Hemp Beanie
Lightweight enough to wear in summer, this open knit slouchy cap is handmade with 100% hemp yarn. Hemp is highly resistant to ultraviolet light, which makes it ideal for protecting your head from the sun.
Available colors: black, dark gray, light gray, and beige
7. Brimmed Skully Hat
This cool skullcap is handmade with 100% cotton. It has a subtle brim for a little extra, understated style.
8. Patagonia 100% Recycled Polyester Knit Hat
Patagonia makes a variety of super high-quality and durable beanies for men. Their recycled polyester hats are soft and itch-free. Plus, they dry fast, making them perfect for intense powder days, cold-weather runs, or just bumming around town when you’re on the move. This mean’s sky hat is made with 100% recycled polyester.
Available in multiple color combinations
9. Patagonia 100% Recycled Beanie
Another cool beanie by Patagonia made from 100% recycled polyester, this cap is also super soft and, unlike wool, it’s itch-free. Fast-driving and versatile, it’s the perfect cap for daily use.
Available in multiple color combinations
10. Patagonia Rolled Fisherman’s Cap
This classic knit fisherman’s cap is made with an itch-free 96% recycled polyester and 4% spandex yarn, so it will comfortably stay snug on your head without getting too hot.
Available colors: red, brown, black, gray, royal blue, navy blue, hot pink, and green
11. Patagonia Low-Volume Beanie
Patagonia’s low-volume beanie will fit comfortable under a helmet and the 100% recycled polyester fabric is soft against your skin without the itch of wool. It’s also lightweight and stuffable, so it’s easy to pack. An all-around versatile cap for outdoor pursuits and hanging out in town.
Available in multiple patterns and color combos
12. Recycled Fleece Sweater Cap
Patagonia’s recycled fleece sweater cap is made with 100% recycled polyester. It’s dyed with a low-impact dying process that uses less energy and water compared to conventional dyeing methods. This cap is also Fair Trade Certified™.
Available in blue, gray, black, green, and wine heather
13. Men’s Recycled Cotton Knit Hat
This classic ski hat by Coal is made with recycle cotton yarn.
Available colors: black, gray, mustard, and red
14. Men’s Acrylic Slouch Beanie
Another style from Coal, this cap has a little extra room for slouch. It’s made with 100% acrylic yarn, which is a great cruelty-free alternative to wool that will still keep your head warm.
Available colors: black, charcoal gray, striped multi, green, blue, purple, and burgundy red
15. United by Blue Socially Conscious 100% Recycled Ski Hat
United by Blue is a mission-driven, socially conscious company that removes one pound of trash from the world’s oceans and waterways with every product they sell.
This cuffed ski hat is made with 100% recycled polyester.
Available in multiple colors.
16. United by Blue Recycled Mariner Beanie
Another great eco-friendly hat, this classic mariner’s cap is made with 100% recycled polyester. Your purchase will help to remove one pound of trash from the world’s oceans, riverways, and lakes.
Available colors: brown, navy, green, and red
17. North Face Salty Dog Knit Cap
Another classic, longshoreman-style beanie, this cap is from the North Face and it’s made with 100% synthetic, vegan-friendly materials.
Available colors: black, charcoal gray, olive green, red, navy blue, white, burgundy red
18. Burton Knit Hat
A classic ski hat with a little bit of slouch, this cap is made with 100% acrylic.
Available colors: black, heather gray, rose, tan, forest green, moss green, olive green, pale orange, burgundy red
19. Men’s Slouch Beanie and Neck Warmer
For cold days, check out this slouchy hat and neck warmer combo. It’s made with soft, stretchy polyester. The double-layer material is windproof, making it great for outdoors adventures.
Available colors: black, navy blue, brown, red, and light gray
20. Men’s Vegan Brimmed Beanie
If you’re looking for a brimmed beanie made with vegan-friendly materials, check out this 100% acrylic style by Folie Co. The visor brim measures 2.5”, providing extra protection from the cold, wind, and sun.
Available colors: charcoal, black, red, teal blue, rose
21. Carhartt Knit Blend Vegan Hat
This cap is made with a vegan-friendly stretch fabric blend that’s made with acrylic, polyester, and cocona coconut fiber.
Available colors: black, red, gray, light olive
22. Carhartt Rolled Acrylic Beanie
This cap is made with a vegan-friendly stretch fabric blend that’s made with acrylic, polyester, and cocona coconut fiber.
Available colors: black, brown, and gray
23. Double Layer Knit Slouchy Hat
For those cold days, check out this slouch hat made with a double layer of acrylic knit and fleece. It’s also windproof.
Available colors: black, gray
