Why socks shouldn't go down: the importance of wearability
You've chosen the most elegant dress and shoes that match your outfit perfectly but you have a problem: the socks you're wearing go down and you're forced to pull them up every two seconds.
In addition to being annoying having to arrange them, this does not allow you to be really elegant precisely because of the socks you have chosen. Excess fabric, creases, itchiness, and a poor fit are just a few of the reasons why you should NEVER wear men's socks that run down.
The importance of wearability is a factor that many often underestimate. Finding the socks that best match your outfit is not only an aesthetic fact but also and above all a matter of comfort.
That's why in this article we want to offer you a series of tips on how to avoid choosing socks that are not comfortable, light and that do not guarantee maximum wearability.
Socks that go down vs socks that don't go down: what's the difference?
If you have ever worn socks that go down at least once in your life, know that the reason is directly proportional to the quality of the chosen sock.
In fact, we often do not know the differences that distinguish a truly quality sock from one that will not guarantee us the same comfort.
The main reasons that lead a sock to fall are mainly two: the quality of the fabric and that of the cuff of the sock .
If a stocking is made of poor fabric, not very resistant and does not guarantee graduated shrinkage (which we will discuss shortly in detail) then not only will it often go down, but it will also give you problems with regard to redness on the skin.
A key role is played above all by the cuff in the upper part of the stocking which must adhere to the thigh and guarantee an optimal seal, preventing the stockings from slipping downwards during use .
Although it is present in almost all men's long socks on the market, it must be kept in mind that to be truly functional it should be in Lycra.
The very resistant Lycra cuff is one of the distinguishing features of the men's luxury under knee long socks.
The Lycra cuff is an innovative technological solution, made with a highly elastic and resistant material. Lycra is in fact a highly elastic polyurethane synthetic fiber , which allows you to obtain a perfect fit and a firm hold without excessively tightening the thigh.
It has greater resistance to wear and deformation, ensuring a longer life for the cuff and, consequently, for the socks.
Thanks to the very resistant Lycra cuff, the men's knee high socks do not sag during use, remaining firmly in place until the end of the day.
This feature makes them perfect for those who want an impeccable and well-groomed look at all times, without having to constantly check the position of the socks.
The difference between a sock that goes down and a sock that doesn't go down is right here: the Lycra cuff guarantees a firm and comfortable hold because it keeps the socks in position throughout the day, without excessively compressing the thigh.
Because socks that don't go down are more comfortable
As you may have already guessed, socks that don't go down, unlike those that go down, not only save you the hassle of always having to check your socks and having to fix them, but they also make you more comfortable to use .
Primarily because they have a firm hold and do not slide down during use . Then because they ensure a perfect fit due to their elasticity and without excessively tightening . They have a longer service life and are resistant to wear and deformation .
All this demonstrates the fact that socks that don't go down are actually more comfortable, they don't create ugly and annoying overlaps in the trousers and they guarantee you an impeccable look.
One last factor to underline with respect to the comfort of non-slip socks is guaranteed by the graduated shrinkage that we mentioned earlier.
Graduated shrinkage is a feature of men's stockings which consists of an innovative composition of the fabric , which allows for gradual compression along the entire leg, with an effect that becomes more pronounced as you get closer to the calf.
In particular, for men's stockings up to the knee, the gradual shrinkage is concentrated in the calf and cuff area , where more compression is applied than in the other parts of the stocking. In this way, the resistant cuff keeps the sock firmly in place without overtightening, while ensuring optimal comfort and a perfect fit.
Gradual shrinkage is a feature much appreciated above all by men who spend many hours standing or sitting , such as those who work in the office or those who play sports, but also for those who want to have a well-finished and refined image.
The men's knee-high socks with gradual shrinkage are perfect for any occasion, from everyday life to professional life, providing a feeling of well-being and comfort that lasts all day.
Socks that go down: that's why they are not elegant
We have seen the reasons why socks that don't go down are more comfortable than those that go down. But why are they also more elegant?
It is not only a matter of comfort but also of style!
Non-slip stockings keep their shape and position on the leg all day long without slipping or being too tight, while stockings without this feature can slip or feel too tight.
They offer a better fit and elegance thanks to their ability to adapt to the shape of the leg, while stockings without this feature can cause discomfort or irritation.
How to choose comfortable and elegant socks: 5 tips
At this point we try to answer a fundamental question: how to choose men's socks that are comfortable and elegant?
The answer is by no means obvious because it brings into play factors such as the quality of the fabric, the rules of combination with your dress and shoes .
However, there are 5 fundamental tips that we would like to give you if you are about to choose your socks:
There are many different fabrics and yarns, each of which has very specific characteristics and guarantees you a certain number of advantages. If you want to know which are the best fabrics and yarns in the world, we recommend reading this article .
As we have seen, this gradual shrinkage system provides effective support to the leg muscles as well as not letting the socks go down below the ankle.
The Lycra cuff, as we have already seen, is very resistant and is one of the distinctive features of luxury knee-length men's socks.
Don't stop at just the aesthetic beauty but go deeper and try to understand if the characteristics of that specific sock guarantee you the right comfort. If a sock is beautiful, it doesn't necessarily mean it's comfortable. Be very careful with this!
A fundamental element that should not be underestimated. The comfort and elegance of your outfit will be such only if the sock you have chosen will also adapt well to your shoe. To learn more about this topic, we recommend reading this article .
The socks you don't feel on your skin
Our hosiery was born in Racale in 1982, we were little more than a shop. It was the golden age of Italian hosiery factories, and Racale was its capital. After difficult years (with the 2008 crisis, 90% of the hosiery factories in the town closed) we chose to give new life to the noble Italian yarns, from which Nobile was born.
Unlike other hosiery factories, the socks are not produced in an industrial way, but go through a quality control at each stage of production which combines the work of the machine with the manual work of the craftsman. Finally, each sock is inspected, ironed and washed by hand.
Conclusions
In this article we have seen the difference in terms of style and comfort between a sock that does not go down and one that goes down.
We hope that our advice will be useful to you when you find yourself having to choose men's socks that are not only elegant but also comfortable.
If you are about to buy socks, keep this article in mind and you will see that you will not make mistakes.
FAQs – Frequently Asked Questions
How to choose comfortable socks?
Here are 5 tips for choosing comfortable socks:
However, there are 5 fundamental tips that we would like to give you if you are about to choose your socks:
- Find out about the quality of the fabric of the stocking you are about to buy
- Choose a sock that has graduated shrinkage
- Make sure the sock cuff you choose is Lycra
- Comfort and quality come before aesthetics
- Try your socks on with your shoes
How should men's socks be?
There are two levels to differentiate: longer socks for special occasions or the so-called business man look; short for a casual and sporty outfit.
How to combine socks with men's shoes?
The general rule is that for dark trousers, socks match the trousers or even darker and not the shoes. For light-colored trousers, socks matching the color of the shoes.
Why do some socks sag?
The difference between a sock that goes down and a sock that doesn't go down is right here: the Lycra cuff guarantees a firm and comfortable hold because it keeps the socks in position throughout the day, without excessively compressing the thigh.
