Negomba Beanie

Fair Isle pattern beanie for winter traditionalists

This Negomba Beanie from BARTS brings classic Fair Isle styling to a contemporary recycled fabric. That geometric snowflake pattern around the crown is the sort of timeless design that’s been keeping heads warm in the Nordic regions for generations, and it works just as well on a British high street as it does on a Norwegian ski trail. Made from a blend of 65% recycled polyester with acrylic, polyamide, wool and elastane, it’s soft and stretchy with an 8cm ribbed turn-up that keeps your ears covered. The small percentage of wool adds natural warmth, while the recycled polyester content means you’re making an environmentally conscious choice. It’s got that cosy cabin aesthetic without being aggressively Christmassy, which means you can wear it right through from October to March without looking like you’re perpetually on your way to drink overpriced gluhwein at a festive market.

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• • Made from 65% recycled PES/13% acrylic/13% polyamide/6% wool/3% elastane
  • Classic Fair Isle geometric pattern on crown
  • Soft, stretchy construction for comfortable fit
  • 8cm turn-up height for ear coverage
  • Ribbed turn-up contrasts with patterned crown section
  • One size fits most
• • 65% Recycled PES
  • 13% Acrylic
  • 13% Polyamide
  • 6% Wool
  • 3% Elastane
• • Recycled Materials – made from recycled polyester

• Isn’t it funny how many outdoor brands seem to have started out with one man and a sewing machine? In 1986, the man was Bart Koene and the place was sun-soaked St Tropez. Bart originally knocked up handmade swimming shorts to sell on the beach, but one day a stylish friend was helping him flog his wares when a passing tourist tried to buy her bandana. Bart knew an opportunity when he saw one, and quickly branched out into headwear and other accessories.

  Now based in Amsterdam, BARTS has come a long way since 86. In fact, the brand offers more than 2,500 products including hats, beachwear and bags. But its about quality, not quantity. This is clobber with conscience. BARTS dont use angora, fur or mohair, and each year they increase their use of recycled and sustainable yarns. The brand insists on a strict code of conduct for its partner factories, and its head office and warehouse in Houthavens is purpose-built to minimise carbon emissions. BARTS employees even get free weekly yoga classes.