balaclava
noun
bal·a·cla·va
ˌba-lə-ˈklä-və 
-ˈkla-
-ˈkla-
: a knit cap for the head and neck
called also balaclava helmet
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Slip on a bib, which provides an extra layer without adding sleeves, cover your entire head with Acne’s hood scarf, or protect your neck with a cozy faux fur balaclava from Rudsak.
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Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 15 Dec. 2025
Thermal Merino Balaclava Protect your face from the wind, snow, and cold the right way with this premium 100% merino balaclava.
—Brian Higgins, Outside, 15 Dec. 2025
Tie one around like a balaclava to complement your puffer jacket±I recommend investing in a cashmere one to actually stay warm.
—Jenifer Calle, Glamour, 8 Dec. 2025
One was depicted wearing a balaclava, and the other wearing a hoodie with the hood raised and a face covering.
—Marlene Lenthang, NBC news, 1 Nov. 2025
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Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 15 Dec. 2025
Thermal Merino Balaclava Protect your face from the wind, snow, and cold the right way with this premium 100% merino balaclava.
—Brian Higgins, Outside, 15 Dec. 2025
Tie one around like a balaclava to complement your puffer jacket±I recommend investing in a cashmere one to actually stay warm.
—Jenifer Calle, Glamour, 8 Dec. 2025
One was depicted wearing a balaclava, and the other wearing a hoodie with the hood raised and a face covering.
—Marlene Lenthang, NBC news, 1 Nov. 2025
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“Balaclava.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/balaclava. Accessed 21 Dec. 2025.
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