Sauna Hat Gift Guide

Some people are easy to buy for. The sauna lover who has everything is not one of them. A Nordic Noggin is the kind of gift they would never buy for themselves, which is exactly what makes it a good one. Here is how to choose.

The Classic Noggin ($100) - the safe bet

Our bestseller for a reason. The Classic is the minimalist wool felt sauna hat, now in eleven colours, with Glacier the most requested. The newer shades (Cranberry, Pumpkin Spice, Espresso and Forest Fir) are in there too. If you are buying for one person and want to get it right the first time, start here.

On sizing: the Classic comes in S (52-56cm), M (57-61cm), and L (62-66cm). When in doubt, M fits most adults. If you can sneak a tape measure around their head, even better.

The Candy Cane Noggin ($115) - the festive one

Our holiday Noggin. Inspired by the classic candy cane, with cranberry red and cream stripes in the same Classic shape. The Candy Cane is a little holiday cheer, built for the heat. It comes in the same sizes as the Classic: S (52-56cm), M (57-61cm), and L (62-66cm).

The Aviator Noggin ($130) - the character

A playful nod to vintage flight gear. The Aviator brings personality to the sauna without sacrificing performance, and of our three character hats it is the one people reach for most. One size, fits up to 61cm.

The King Noggin ($130) - the fun one

For kings and queens of the sauna. The King is our pick for bachelor parties, sauna nights with friends, and anyone ready to rule the steam. One size, fits up to 61cm.

The Knight Noggin ($130) - for the serious sauna-goer

Extended ear protection, built for longer and hotter sessions. The Knight is for the person whose sauna routine is closer to a discipline than a hobby. One size, fits up to 61cm.

The Patchwork Noggin ($115) - the one of a kind

Each Patchwork is assembled from repurposed wool felt pieces in our Classic style, so no two are alike. Made in very small numbers, and when they are gone, they are gone. For the person who would rather have the only one of something.

Give two

Sauna is better shared. A pair of Noggins - one for them, one for you, or his-and-hers for the couple with the backyard sauna - is the kind of gift that turns into a ritual.

Why it works as a gift

Every Noggin is handcrafted in Canada from 100% wool felt. Care is simple: rinse with cool water after each session and let it air dry. And if a stitch ever comes loose, our free repair service covers it - email admin@nordicnoggin.ca and we will send a pre-paid shipping label, hand-mend the hat, and return it refreshed.

A note on timing

Every Noggin is made to order, with about a week of production time. For Christmas delivery, please order by Thursday, December 10. Orders after that will still be made and shipped as quickly as possible, but Christmas arrival cannot be guaranteed.