ushankas

Fur-lined ear covers

Ushankas are Russian fur hats with ear flaps that can be tied up over the crown or fastened under the chin for warmth.

The design became iconic through Soviet military uniforms and remains associated with Russian winter gear: He bought an ushanka at the Moscow flea market.

Singular: ushanka.

garment

fur hat

Headwear made from pelts

sheepskin · rabbit fur · chin strap · crown · brim · headwear · cold weather · insulation · warmth · fleece

military

insignia

Distinguishing mark of rank

uniform · parade · garrison · Red Army · infantry · standard issue · cockade · badge · rank · Soviet military

russian

Soviet

Of the USSR

Moscow · communism · hammer and sickle · conscript · soldier · uniform · USSR · comrade · Kremlin · czar

fashion

vintage

Quality from past eras

runway · faux fur · accessory · statement piece · trend · style · aviator · bomber · outerwear · urban

Opposites
climate suitability

ushankassun hats

Head coverings blocking rays

straw hats · visors · pith helmets · sombreros · safari hats

cultural/regional origin

ushankassombreros

Wide Mexican hats

fez · turbans · keffiyeh · pith helmets · kufi

construction and coverage

ushankasbeanies

Brimless knitted caps

skullcaps · yarmulkes · kippot · visors · headbands

Family

ushanka

Familiarity
Top 1,000,000
Profile
Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G