Socks are an important basic part of your outfit, both for comfort throughout the day and as the finishing touch. They protect your feet from the cold, from blisters, and if the socks are really good, also from irritation. Yet people often focus on quantity rather than quality. You prefer to buy a bundle of socks for a low price rather than one or two pairs of high-quality socks at the same price.
Besides that, color and style are often the only factors people pay attention to. That is a pity, because a good pair of socks that lasts long and looks good prevents a lot of trouble. What do you usually look for in the store? We help you make the right choices by listing the differences in material.
Cotton socks
The most used and also the best-known material is cotton. Cotton socks have existed the longest and are worn by most people. Why? They simply feel good and stay nice for a long time. In the cold season, wool is sometimes worn. The socks hold both warmth and moisture well, but cannot be washed in the washing machine. Most socks are therefore made from a mix of wool and cotton.
Bamboo socks
The material bamboo is a relatively new raw material in the clothing industry and thus also for socks. Bamboo is a strong fabric and has great tensile strength. This is due to the hard surface and many fiber bundles that hold the fabric well together. Do you really want no holes in your socks? Then bamboo is certainly the best choice. The percentage of bamboo can vary. The most common ratios contain 78%-80% bamboo.
Bamboo also remains a good choice in terms of environmental friendliness. Thanks to the high growth rate and good properties, bamboo is not a polluting material. This is one of the best-known reasons that people of all ages buy both socks and other products made of bamboo. No polluting substances are used during growth, harvest, and processing. Read more about the benefits of bamboo socks.
Socks made of other materials
Other fabrics, mainly more costly materials, are also sometimes used. Think of cashmere or mohair. You mainly find these in gifts or in packages for special events.
Both cotton and bamboo come out best in the test. These are also the materials that SOLIT uses. With the above information, we hope you can better support your choice next time, so you won’t regret your purchase. Still unsure? Then the SOLIT customer service is happy to guide you with tailored advice.
