This hat is a slouchy knit beanie with a long ribbed brim which can be worn down for a slouchy look , or turned up to make a snug fitting beanie. The yarn is a chunky yarn weight 5. The hat has a brim in a twisted rib pattern , and the crown is knit in garter stitch. It can be worn inside or out, and with the brim turned up or left down, giving you four hats in one. It suits both men and women, and looks great in any colour. It is a relatively quick knit for confident beginners , and intermediate level knitters. It is knit on straight needles.