People are only just realising why winter hats have pom-poms on them
dailystar.co.ukThe Outline, some experts believe the pom-poms helped to offer defence against the elements.And in other instances, they denoted which regiment troops belonged to.Speaking of the military, sailors wore pom-pom hats to cover their heads while at sea.Apparently, the embellishment helped to protect the head as it provided a buffer in closely spaced surfaces.Pom-poms became more mainstream during the Depression.This is likely to be because they offered an affordable way to jazz-up basic outfits without spending a lot of money.Some also believe celebrities like The Monkees' Michael Nesmith helped to popularise the trend.The band member wore the accessory during their TV show, which may have influenced others to do the same.So there you have it –.
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