Abstract: This invention provides an accessory for headgear which provides protection of the posterior neck region, both ears and a poriton of either side of the face during inclement weather and exposure to the sun's rays. The headgear attachment is made of lightweight, waterproof, pliable material. The top edge of the protective portion contains a member conformable to the posterior and side portions of the wearer's head. The conformable member may be manually bent to impart a self-sustained shape and to alter the effective length of the top edge of the attachment. By bending and/or folding the conformable member there can be provided a plurality of accommodations such as adjusting the size of the headgear attachment, accommodating the shape of the head, and styling of the entire attachment. The headgear attachment may be attached, detached, and reattached to a cap, hat, headband, scarf, turban, or other head covering by means such as spring-loaded binder clips.