I've been using the 0-3 Years Old Winter Kids Hat Big Pompom Cartoon Cotton Knit Baby Beanie Hats for Boys and Girls Bomber Caps for Children (Khaki-0-3 years old) from Wholecustomdesign for 90 days. I was looking for a cute and practical beanie cap for women with long hair and something that would also fit my toddler. Here's my day-by-day breakdown of its use, from initial skepticism to current satisfaction.
Before buying, I did some research. I knew that cheap hats often use scratchy materials. They also lose their shape quickly. I wanted something that would last and be comfortable for my child. I also needed something that I could potentially borrow as a beanie cap for women with long hair!
I decided to take a chance on the Wholecustomdesign beanie. Here's what I found after three months.
The hat arrived in a simple plastic bag. My first thought was, "Is this really going to be warm enough?" The knit felt relatively thin. It looked cute, though. The pompom was bigger than I expected, which was a pleasant surprise. It was also softer than I thought it would be. The color (khaki) was exactly as pictured online. No weird smells, which is always a plus.
Initial thoughts:
Verdict: Cautiously optimistic. Needed to test the warmth and fit.
The first week was all about testing the fit and functionality. I tried it on my toddler first. It was a little big, as expected, but not so big that it would fall off. I also tried it on myself. It fit snuggly, which is what I wanted for a beanie cap for women with long hair. I could tuck my hair inside without it feeling too tight.
We wore it outside on a few chilly days. It provided decent warmth, better than I initially anticipated. It wasn't suitable for extremely cold weather, but perfect for crisp autumn days. One thing I noticed was that the pompom stayed securely attached, even with my toddler tugging on it.
Action Steps:
Verdict: Surprising warmth and durability so far. Color held well after washing.