A ponytail looks sporty. A beanie looks cute. They don’t get along, though, and once you take it off, you’ll probably look like an owl that’s been attacked with hair mousse.

This knitted cap neatly solves this dilemma: it simply has a hole at the top through which you can pull a bun or ponytail instead of squashing it against your head. If you have long hair and don’t feel like blowdrying and restyling every time you take your beanie off, this is what you need.

It’s pretty thick and very well made, and it doesn’t press tightly against your scalp the way beanies made for people with short hairdo.

Unfortunately, the ponytail hole doesn’t have a drawstring to adjust its width. People with very curly hair or dreadlocks will find it difficult to get their hair through it, and it might get uncomfortable as you move around. It’s a comfortable size for most people, though, and comes with an elastic band.

Made of synthetic material, this beanie isn’t quite as comfortable and warm as wool. On the other hand, you don’t need to handwash it, it’s quite soft and stretches to accommodate nearly any size.

In terms of looks, you’re sure to attract a few glances and compliments while wearing this – and there are a plethora of color options for you to choose from.