Where I live, when it’s cold enough for a hat, it is usually cold enough for something serious to keep your neck warm too. A cowl is my favorite way to keep the warmth in that gap between your coat and hat. I like my cowls to sort of stand up on their own and not need to be held up or messed with. Super bonus if they are wide enough to not leave any room for cold air to get in around the back of your coat too. This shape of cowl is my go-to. Knit in a pattern that matches my Diamond Willow Hat pattern. I hope you find it as useful as I do.