Batman's cowl is one of the most recognizable pieces of headgear in all of pop culture. But it hasn't always looked the same.
In 1939, Bob Kane and Bill Finger designed a cowl with longer ears and a more demonic silhouette to strike fear into criminals. As the decades passed, artists like Neal Adams, Frank Miller, and Jim Lee put their own spins on the design.
Whether you prefer the sleek, aerodynamic look of the 90s or the practical, armored aesthetic seen in recent films and comics, the cowl remains a symbol of justice in Gotham City.