Guide to Choosing Men's Socks Autumn/Winter

Autumn is just around the corner, but are you unsure how to navigate the countless models of winter socks available? We have created this guide to help you choose the most suitable sock for your needs.

You will discover how a detail of men's clothing, often overlooked like socks, can make the difference between a day with cold feet or comfortable warmth, with warm feet and an elegant style, when temperatures drop.

YARN

When choosing men's winter socks, it is essential to pay special attention to the choice of the most suitable yarn for your needs. We can divide winter socks into four main fiber categories, as each has specific characteristics with their respective pros and cons:

Warm Cotton Socks

Wool/Wool Blend Socks

Cashmere/Cashmere Blend Socks

Fleece/Synthetic Fiber Socks

WARM COTTON:

Soft, comfortable, and with an excellent quality-price ratio. We can describe warm cotton socks with these three words. Compared to summer cotton, brushed winter cotton offers a softer feel to the touch, is less fine, and obviously warmer. They are an excellent choice for those looking for a solid-colored sock at a good price to wear every day; warm cotton is also resistant to washing. If you are particularly cold-sensitive, they may not be warm enough during the colder winter days, especially if you need to engage in outdoor activities. Thanks to its hypoallergenic properties, cotton is particularly suitable for people with sensitive and easily irritated skin.

WOOL SOCKS:

The most famous natural winter fiber, wool has earned its place at the top of the podium for winter yarns, for the production of socks and, of course, garments in general, since ancient times. Among the main advantages of wool, we find:

a very high thermal coefficient: thanks to wool's natural ability to trap a lot of air, it adapts to the body's and the environment's temperature, maintaining stable humidity and temperature.

excellent wear resistance

excellent elastic properties; wool socks maintain their shape over time

breathable

For these reasons, wool is an excellent natural fiber for sock production.

Particular attention must be paid to washing wool socks, as this natural fiber tends to be more fragile during washing and is particularly prone to shrinkage.

CASHMERE SOCKS:

The winter fiber par excellence, soft and silky, offers excellent thermal regulation and unparalleled comfort. Cashmere fibers are obtained from the fleece of a species of goats, which are raised in countries like Russia, Afghanistan, Iran, India, and Turkey.

Among the characteristics that make cashmere so precious and unique, we find:

extreme softness

the ability to maintain a constant temperature

Breathable; absorbs sweat

Does not felt like classic wool

Colors do not fade even after many washes

100% cashmere socks tend to be more prone to wear, which is why many cashmere-blend socks mixed with wool or silk are available on the market. The latter is excellent for obtaining warm and thin socks that are also resistant to wear.

FLEECE SOCKS:

Originally designed for technical sportswear, fleece has been introduced over time for other types of clothing as well. Fleece socks are very soft and warm, perfect for use during the coldest days of the year and for sports or outdoor activities. Made from synthetic fibers, among the main ones...

LONG OR SHORT SOCKS?

The tradition and Italian fashion of socks generally recommend that men wear long socks to have an impeccable and elegant style, safe from possible "slips" when crossing their legs. In recent years, thanks also to foreign influence (Germany and Belgium primarily), the use of short socks has spread, which have a slightly lower price and tend to give a greater feeling of freshness in summer. For the autumn/winter season, we recommend long socks, definitely more suitable for keeping feet and calves warm.

MODELS

CLASSIC SOCKS:

Classic socks can vary in structure (smooth, ribbed, and textured), color, and length. The elegant and refined style of these models makes them perfect for wearing all day at the office, at home, and for the most elegant occasions, a true must-have that every man should have in his drawer.

PATTERNED SOCKS:

Add a touch of originality to your outfit with colorful and fashionable patterned socks, perfect for adding a splash of color to your day. You can find a wide selection of colorful and vibrant men's patterned socks, from the most classic designs: stripes, polka dots, and diamonds to the most modern and original patterns to follow current trends and add a unique touch to your outfit.

MODELS

CLASSIC SOCKS:

Classic socks can vary in structure (smooth, ribbed, and textured), color, and length. The elegant and refined style of these models makes them perfect for wearing all day at the office, at home, and for the most elegant occasions, a true must-have that every man should have in his drawer.

PATTERNED SOCKS:

Add a touch of originality to your outfit with colorful and fashionable patterned socks, perfect for adding a splash of color to your day. You can find a wide selection of colorful and vibrant men's patterned socks, from the most classic designs: stripes, polka dots, and diamonds to the most modern and original patterns to follow current trends and add a unique touch to your outfit.

SPECIFIC NEEDS

To meet specific needs such as greater compression at the calf or the need for hypoallergenic certified socks, there are socks designed specifically to meet these specific needs, which can be divided into three categories:

Graduated Compression Socks:

Have you ever had tired legs after a long day of work or after a long car or plane journey? If so, these socks are for you! The special construction specifically designed with graduated compression, maximum at the ankle and decreasing upwards, exerts a slight massage that stimulates circulation and the return of blood to the heart, thereby reducing the feeling of fatigue and tiredness in the legs and feet at the end of the day.

Medical Socks:

Suitable for people suffering from circulatory disorders in the peripheral venous system who need certified medical socks. Thanks to the soft cuff that is double the height of normal socks, men's medical socks do not apply any pressure to the calf and do not leave marks but at the same time stay in place without slipping down the leg.

Breathable Socks:

Breathable socks are made from special yarns specifically designed to improve the technical characteristics of the sock, such as the "tactel acquator" technology, which features a special mesh construction that expels sweat and allows optimal air circulation, keeping the foot dry.

Tips and Tricks

Some details that a quality men's winter sock should have:

Reinforced Toe and Heel:

Notoriously, the most stressed points during use in a sock are the toe and heel; for this reason, a quality sock must have these points reinforced to increase their resistance to everyday wear and washing.

Flat Toe Seam:

The seam that closes the toe of the sock should be flat and nearly imperceptible to the touch; this reduces the sensation of rubbing during walking, making it more comfortable.

High Heel:

In socks with a "high heel," the reinforcement of the heel extends up to the ankle to ensure greater resistance to shoe rubbing. A detail that only the best socks adopt!