Comments on: A Man’s Guide to Socks

By: Mike

Mike — Wed, 13 Feb 2013 14:12:32 +0000

Does anyone have thoughts on dress socks and whether or not wearing them contributes to leg hair loss? I understand this can be caused by a variety of things including poor circulation, diet etc, however, the more research I do it seems socks rubbing constantly definitely contributes to leg hair loss. What I would like to know is if a certain material sock could help with this or perhaps using sock garters??

By: Andy

Andy — Mon, 28 Jan 2013 20:23:19 +0000

Terrible advice about color. If you are a grandad wearing hushpuppies your socks should match pants. Otherwise socks should always coordinate with shoes.

By: phil

phil — Sun, 02 Dec 2012 19:08:16 +0000

Living in tropical Australia, a traditional, rather conservative look that I like is knee high socks with tailored shorts. This look is smart and comfortable, and fine for work and and recreation

By: Ade

Ade — Fri, 26 Oct 2012 13:29:24 +0000

Women notice your socks and will judge you by them.
Furthermore, in the City (London) people look at your watch, shoes and socks…and judge you by them. So ignore the quality, style and colour of your socks to your own possible detriment.

By: Lisa

Lisa — Wed, 12 Jan 2011 04:55:00 +0000

I also vote for Icebreaker socks……merino wool so they don’t stink!
Nothing worse than a man with stinky feet!

By: Ryan Waldron

Ryan Waldron — Tue, 11 Jan 2011 22:03:58 +0000

I second Thorolos. They are the only socks I wear anymore.

By: Simon.P

Simon.P — Wed, 05 Jan 2011 08:44:35 +0000

Since starting at the menswear store I work at, I have been converted to 100% Bamboo socks we sell! They breath amazingly, essential in Queensland, and they feel nice and silky on the foot. They breath so well that I have worn them for a whole week and they have no smell at all! You really only need 4 pairs if you have a good washing routine, and they would also be great for traveling. Also environmentally friendly for you greenie types. They only drawback I’ve found is that they take longer to dry than your average sock. They are also hard to find from what I’ve heard, but if you can find them, roll with them. They Rock my Socks!

By: Nick P.

Nick P. — Tue, 04 Jan 2011 20:56:48 +0000

Nice article! I am a fan for all-cotton socks myself, and during these winter days, I definitely prefer the over-the-calf versions. Keep an eye out for high quality cottons, not the nylon-cotton blends!

By: Darren

Darren — Tue, 04 Jan 2011 17:38:45 +0000

…soxual stamina, that is!

By: Darren

Darren — Tue, 04 Jan 2011 17:38:16 +0000

Amen, Darren. Icebreaker socks rule. In particular, they last longer than SW (soxual staina!).

Cheers,

Darren