Men’s Guide To Socks!! By H&S Fashion
Men, Here’s Your Personal Guide To Socks – By H&S Fashion
Socks are every man’s wardrobe staple. Whether it’s for sports, or office or a wedding, every guy has a drawer of socks that he turns to daily! Keep reading to find out everything you need to know about socks & the most owned pair of socks that you’re ought to find in any man’s drawer!
2 Most Popular Socks Owned By Men:
1. Quarter Length Socks Or Ankle Socks- As the name suggests these socks cover the ankles and are usually worn on or just slightly above the ankles to protect your feet mainly your ankles and heels from blisters/chafing & for this reason they’re worn mostly when working out at the gym. They’re not just restricted to men working out but can be worn cleverly with your work outfits to give you a professional look. However, make sure you match the colour of these socks with your outfit!
2. Mid-Calf Length Socks- Theses socks are the ideal dress socks & most worn & for this reason men, you should be stocking them up in your drawers! They come in all kinds of materials, colours & patterns and can be worn with anything from sneakers to oxfords to boots you name it!
5 Types of Sock Materials:
1. Cotton- Cotton is the most popular & practical fabric for the sock world! It lasts long and & is, therefore, the most popular material. Cotton socks range in pricing depending on the quality!
2. Synthetic- These are very cheap but are not as comfortable as pure cotton socks.
3. Wool- This material is to keep your feet warm in winter. Pure wool socks are thick and since it’s wool it’s costlier than the cotton or synthetics.
4. Cashmere- A luxurious material that is similar to pure wool to keep feet warm in winter. They’re pricey & need a lot of care.
5. Silk- The fanciest of materials & is usually worn with black tie or to formal events. They are quite pricey & not very practical to own.
A Guide To Socks: How To Wear ‘Em Correctly!
Monotone Socks-
Plain coloured socks are commonly worn by men to office. Blacks, browns, greys & navies are the 4 top colours that every man must have in their sock drawer for daily use.
Plain Textured Socks-
If you want to go slightly fancy but not too conventional, then try different textured socks such as ribbed socks that can add a subtle difference compared to the plain old conventional socks.
Patterned Socks-
Opt for stripes or polka dots. These are two very popular patterned socks that can be worn at even formal events. Keep in mind not to match the pattern on your socks with the pattern of your outfit. For example, if you are wearing a polka dot shirt then avoid polka dot socks as it won’t look good.
Your Signature Socks-
For the more bolder men out there, you can show off your boldly tasteful socks if that’s your personality! Keep in mind when wearing bold socks that the rest of your outfit isn’t too bold! If you overdo it you may look like a clown! You only want those eyes on the socks, hence tone down the rest of your look!
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