UPDATE:
I've been regularly wearing this hat for the past 3 1/2 years and it's still my favorite. Stitching has held up beautifully and it has kept its shape and color. I liked it so much that I also bought it in gray and burgundy. I find it helpful to follow up on my previous reviews because first impressions aren't always the most accurate - the question I always have is whether or not a product has held up over time.

I'm 50+ years old and wanted a knit hat that was stylish but that didn't look like I had borrowed it from my teenage granddaughter. This fit the bill perfectly. It keeps my head warm and dry when I walk my dogs in light rain or snow, and I've received quite a few compliments from young and old alike. I bought the black and am considering purchasing more in other colors. Construction seems sound, although a few reviewers found theirs to have some stitching issues. Very happy!