Believe It Or Not, These Aren't Actually Design Flaws

Winter Hats with Pom-Poms

While pom-pom beanies are all the rage fashion-wise, did you know that the pom-pom has an actual purpose? Navy soldiers used to wear these hats, and the pom-pom served as protection for their heads because they would often be too tall for the boat ceilings.

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Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.