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Post by teacherlisa on Oct 8, 2023 21:21:51 GMT
Could I get your recommendation for the socks YOU feel are the most comfortable? I am looking for some new cozy socks  Thanks! |
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Post by mymindseyedpea on Oct 8, 2023 21:48:33 GMT
For home or outside home?
When I think of cozy socks I think of those ones lined with sherpa you can get during the holidays.
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Post by rst on Oct 8, 2023 22:15:13 GMT
For coziness, I think nothing beats hand-knit socks. And I have a great collection of socks I've made for myself which I always look forward to bringing out once fall hits. Unfortunately, I think I need to switch to compression socks for much of the time, because they really do help my legs feel better. Right now I find Wellow and Bombas are both good. Some Amazon compression socks, though highly rated, just did not work for me, so I'm going to stick with the expensive but proven brands.
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lesley
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Post by lesley on Oct 8, 2023 23:00:10 GMT
I am a sock fiend, I freely admit it. I threw away several dozen pairs a few months ago, and was still left with over 100 pairs.  And I’ve bought 10 pairs in the last month. Nothing makes me happier than soft, comfortable socks. So now that I’ve established my credentials 😂, you must believe me when I say that bamboo are the softest you can get. I have a couple of pairs made from cashmere, and they are lovely, but expensive and not practical. I wear fine-knit bamboo ones most of the year, but I also have some knitted in a heavier rib which are great with boots. They wash well and last for ages (well, I suppose if you only had a few pairs they wouldn’t last as long 🤭). My favourite brands are Green Treat and Glenmuir, but I don’t know if those are available outside the UK. |
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Post by Lurkingpea on Oct 8, 2023 23:25:06 GMT
I agree bamboo socks are the most comfy for me. I don't live in a place where I want warm feet however. For me comfort means soft and thin.
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Post by teacherlisa on Oct 8, 2023 23:30:05 GMT
For home or outside home? When I think of cozy socks I think of those ones lined with sherpa you can get during the holidays. I did mean outside the home, sorry I was not specific. I guess comfort does mean different things to different people. I am in AZ so while I dont necessarily need them to be big/thick, I want something that is soft and cozy feeling. |
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Post by littlemama on Oct 8, 2023 23:53:47 GMT
Bombas. They are comfortable, they don't have those annoying seams at the toe, and they stay put.
And for every pair you buy, they donate a pair to people in need. I know they made a donation of socks to our local jail, which was very much needed.
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Post by Basket1lady on Oct 9, 2023 0:32:48 GMT
Bombas. I also like SmartWool, but think that the Bombas wool socks are cosier. I have 4 pairs of the wool crew length and reach for them first every time. There should be a sale soon.
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Post by elaine on Oct 9, 2023 1:04:35 GMT
Bombas.
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Post by peasapie on Oct 9, 2023 1:08:01 GMT
I am a sock fiend, I freely admit it. I threw away several dozen pairs a few months ago, and was still left with over 100 pairs. And I’ve bought 10 pairs in the last month. Nothing makes me happier than soft, comfortable socks. So now that I’ve established my credentials 😂, you must believe me when I say that bamboo are the softest you can get. I have a couple of pairs made from cashmere, and they are lovely, but expensive and not practical. I wear fine-knit bamboo ones most of the year, but I also have some knitted in a heavier rib which are great with boots. They wash well and last for ages (well, I suppose if you only had a few pairs they wouldn’t last as long 🤭). My favourite brands are Green Treat and Glenmuir, but I don’t know if those are available outside the UK. I didn’t think I needed socks until I read your post! |
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Post by mayceesgranny on Oct 9, 2023 13:34:35 GMT
Bombas for sure!
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Post by crazy4scraps on Oct 9, 2023 13:57:34 GMT
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Post by kalibear on Oct 9, 2023 14:53:43 GMT
Bombas! So comfortable and no annoying toe seam. They're expensive, but so worth it!
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Post by janet on Oct 9, 2023 15:03:59 GMT
Another vote for Bombas!
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Post by anniefb on Oct 9, 2023 18:19:09 GMT
My favourites are Humphrey Law merino socks from Australia but I don't know if they're available in the US. They're warm and very comfortable and don't have elastic in the tops but stay up without restricting circulation.
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Post by auntiepeas on Oct 9, 2023 19:47:03 GMT
My favourites are Humphrey Law merino socks from Australia but I don't know if they're available in the US. They're warm and very comfortable and don't have elastic in the tops but stay up without restricting circulation.  I also love their alpaca socks, they really are luxurious. I checked Humphrey Law's stockists page and right at the bottom they have stockists listed for both the US ( Capewoolamai) and the UK ( Feijoa Studio London).😊 Here's a pair I have sitting here just waiting for the next chilly day. 😁  |
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Post by echofinn on Oct 9, 2023 19:50:12 GMT
Almost any that don’t fall down into my boot/shoe when I’m walking & leave me with an exposed heel and uncomfortable toes 🤣
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Post by jayfab on Oct 9, 2023 21:13:25 GMT
I am a sock fiend, I freely admit it. I threw away several dozen pairs a few months ago, and was still left with over 100 pairs. And I’ve bought 10 pairs in the last month. Nothing makes me happier than soft, comfortable socks. So now that I’ve established my credentials 😂, you must believe me when I say that bamboo are the softest you can get. I have a couple of pairs made from cashmere, and they are lovely, but expensive and not practical. I wear fine-knit bamboo ones most of the year, but I also have some knitted in a heavier rib which are great with boots. They wash well and last for ages (well, I suppose if you only had a few pairs they wouldn’t last as long 🤭). My favourite brands are Green Treat and Glenmuir, but I don’t know if those are available outside the UK. Holy Toledo I found my twin! I love you! I've never known another sock fiend. I too have well over 100 even after purging a bunch out. Bombas hands down the best socks ever. I would guess I have about 30ish pair. I have both the calf and the shorter ankle ones, ankle ones for summer and calf for winter and boots. Choose Smart Wool hikers if you need comfy warm winter socks, they are pretty awesome too. |
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Post by birukitty on Oct 9, 2023 21:59:59 GMT
I'm very picky about socks. I very much prefer socks made with natural fibers because then my feet don't sweat. I've tried bamboo socks in the past and while they were great, they didn't last very long-they got holes in them fairly quickly. It could have been the quality of the brand I bought.
I bought a pair or two of Smartwool socks. One pair that is the low type of socks you wear with sneakers-my feet sweat in them every time I wear them! It depends on the quantity of wool they are made of vs. the quantity of acrylic. Too much acrylic equals sweaty feet. I really have to read the labels of what they are comprised of even though it may say "wool" in the name.
My very favorite socks are a brand called Icebreaker. I love these socks! My feet get very cold in the winter and these socks are amazing! They are made from merino wool and my feet don't get hot-they stay at the perfect temperature. I've never once had sweaty feet or cold feet with these socks.
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Post by refugeepea on Oct 10, 2023 0:43:50 GMT
Bamboo socks. I bought them years ago from an outlet. I can't remember the brand.
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Post by 950nancy on Oct 10, 2023 2:04:47 GMT
I am a sock fiend, I freely admit it. I threw away several dozen pairs a few months ago, and was still left with over 100 pairs. And I’ve bought 10 pairs in the last month. Nothing makes me happier than soft, comfortable socks. So now that I’ve established my credentials 😂, you must believe me when I say that bamboo are the softest you can get. I have a couple of pairs made from cashmere, and they are lovely, but expensive and not practical. I wear fine-knit bamboo ones most of the year, but I also have some knitted in a heavier rib which are great with boots. They wash well and last for ages (well, I suppose if you only had a few pairs they wouldn’t last as long 🤭). My favourite brands are Green Treat and Glenmuir, but I don’t know if those are available outside the UK. Glad to see I have found my sock sister. I love a good sock. My preference is a sock with a personality over a comfy sock. Need a sloth with gold chains? I have that one. Corgi butts? Lots of those. Stonehenge? Yup that one is in my drawer also. I need to try the bamboo socks for winter. |
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Post by crazy4scraps on Oct 10, 2023 20:49:31 GMT
I am a sock fiend, I freely admit it. I threw away several dozen pairs a few months ago, and was still left with over 100 pairs. And I’ve bought 10 pairs in the last month. Nothing makes me happier than soft, comfortable socks. So now that I’ve established my credentials 😂, you must believe me when I say that bamboo are the softest you can get. I have a couple of pairs made from cashmere, and they are lovely, but expensive and not practical. I wear fine-knit bamboo ones most of the year, but I also have some knitted in a heavier rib which are great with boots. They wash well and last for ages (well, I suppose if you only had a few pairs they wouldn’t last as long 🤭). My favourite brands are Green Treat and Glenmuir, but I don’t know if those are available outside the UK. Glad to see I have found my sock sister. I love a good sock. My preference is a sock with a personality over a comfy sock. Need a sloth with gold chains? I have that one. Corgi butts? Lots of those. Stonehenge? Yup that one is in my drawer also. I need to try the bamboo socks for winter. I like the idea of fun socks but I end up never actually wearing them. I have a ton of cute Mickey socks and Christmas socks in my drawer but I always wear the boring plain ones. |
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Post by katiekaty on Oct 10, 2023 20:59:05 GMT
My day to day socks are Dr. Scholls. Weird, I know, but they are just so comfy. No tight bands on the ankles or lower legs. I have both the low cut and crew length socks. They stay up and in place no matter what shoe I wear.even in boots! They are cotton and breathable. They also keep my feet warm if needed. Highly recommend them. If you have any circulation issues or great. If you don’t, they are still great! I don’t and I love them. The last a long time too!
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Post by 950nancy on Oct 11, 2023 3:48:42 GMT
Glad to see I have found my sock sister. I love a good sock. My preference is a sock with a personality over a comfy sock. Need a sloth with gold chains? I have that one. Corgi butts? Lots of those. Stonehenge? Yup that one is in my drawer also. I need to try the bamboo socks for winter. I like the idea of fun socks but I end up never actually wearing them. I have a ton of cute Mickey socks and Christmas socks in my drawer but I always wear the boring plain ones. I don't have a single pair of socks that are one color (other than my footies). There have been a few times where a pair of black socks might have been a good choice, but I just can't. |
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Post by caangel on Oct 11, 2023 4:18:00 GMT
Bombas. I also like SmartWool, but think that the Bombas wool socks are cosier. I have 4 pairs of the wool crew length and reach for them first every time. There should be a sale soon. I've been waiting for a Bombas sale. I want to get my FIL some for Xmas as he has also done work with the homeless in his community. |
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Post by Basket1lady on Oct 11, 2023 6:08:13 GMT
Bombas. I also like SmartWool, but think that the Bombas wool socks are cosier. I have 4 pairs of the wool crew length and reach for them first every time. There should be a sale soon. I've been waiting for a Bombas sale. I want to get my FIL some for Xmas as he has also done with with the homeless in his community. Me too, but Dad is the one getting socks! |
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Post by supersoda on Oct 11, 2023 12:35:15 GMT
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Post by compeateropeator on Oct 11, 2023 14:14:43 GMT
I typically wear acorn fleece socks. But they are thick and not always easy to get on especially if you get them tight enough to not be wrinkly or bunch up in a shoe. One of my top 10 favorite things is wearing a brand new pair of fleece socks, so soft and cushy. But probably not really what most people look for in socks and they are kind of expensive.
For form fitting merino wool socks my favorite are Darn Tough. Unfortunately they are also quite expensive but are great quality.
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