It’s believed that the first hats called ushanka appeared in Russia during the Civil War of 1918-1919. They were widespread among the Bolsheviks’ opponents, the White Army of Alexander Kolchak.

The most widely recognized Russian winter hat is “ushanka,” a thick and warm hat with earflaps. The design dates back to the 17 th century, when someone invented the “treukh” ...

Russian Winter Games Kick Off With a Glitch, Fairytale Show. Published Feb 07, 2014 at 3:42 PM EST Updated Apr 22, ... The Russians, outfitted in white fur-trimmed hats and coats, ...

Stalin’s Russia is set to be portrayed on the small screen after Hat Trick optioned Simon Sebag Montefiore’s novel One Night in Winter.

The knitted hat will be a hit for winter 2016. Detailing. Tassels, cable knit details or pompoms; hats will be super-adorned this winter. The standout piece in the looks by Lanvin, Desigual and Gucci.