Photo: Ralph Lauren Fall 2015/Winter 2016 (Style.com) 

As the fierce winds of January and the drifting snow encourage fashionistas to stay warm under the layers, the perfect winter hat can complete all your ensembles this winter. Whether your tastes gravitate toward knit beanies or you prefer a stylish faux fur chapeau, a flawless topper can bring a finishing touch to your snow queen style this season. Here are our five favourite picks to help you step out in true fashionista form as the temperature drops.

1) ASOS Eyelet And Stud Trim Beret, $31: Escape to the streets of Paris this winter with a classic wool beret for an instant hint of sophistication. The metallic silver studs and eyelets on this black wool number bring a striking, contrasting effect to the traditional Parisienne style.

2) Kate Spade New York Diagonal Rib Knit Beanie, $84: For fashion girls with a love of vibrant colours, this wool blend knit beanie from Kate Spade New York just may be a sartorial essential. We are loving the vivid deep pink shade, along with the adorable black grosgrain ribbon accent which adds a sweet finishing touch.

3) Aqua Pom-Pom Hat, $84: If you’re craving a hint of embellishment, this grey acrylic cap with its fuzzy pom-pom detail can easily complete your cold weather looks. Meanwhile, the tiny clear stones bring a whimsical and wintry finish to your style statement.

4) Nirvanna Designs Cable Knit Ear Flap Hat with Faux Fur Trim, $87: Whether you’re building a snowman or setting off on a weekend road trip, the trendy trapper hat can keep your ears warm and leave you looking chic. With its girlish pink shade, faux fur accents and cable knit design, this wool topper is both pretty and practical for the upcoming frigid days.

5) Genie by Eugenia Kim Brady Beanie with Pom-Pom, $95: For a simplistic and neutral take on the season’s must-have knit hat, this cool grey and creamy white beanie will flatter everything from dark wash denim to an elegant peacoat. The oversized white pom-pom lends a playful accessorizing touch to the design.