With the onset of the first frosts, warm socks are the most irreplaceable thing in both women's and men's wardrobe. We wear them not only on the street, but also at home. For this reason, the choice of this accessory should be approached with maximum responsibility.
What are they made of?
Definitely the warmest socks are woolen. They retain heat very well and are quite comfortable to wear. In addition, they can have a beneficial effect on the health of the body if made from the hair of a goat or sheep. It is no secret that woolen socks, knitted by hand, transmit the positive energy of a person. This is especially true for socks connected by a loved one, with love and care.
Which material should I prefer?
- Woolen socks are an absolute favorite among other models on long winter cold days. Their choice in the market is large enough, it all depends on your finances and personal preferences;
- Cashmere socks are also a good choice. They are great at keeping warm. Due to the fact that the material is very soft and light, such models will not irritate the skin of the legs, this is ideal for people with sensitive skin. True, cashmere wears out rather quickly, so usually cotton is added to such models to give the product strength and improve the quality of yarn;
- Products made of camel wool are considered one of the warmest. In addition, they can improve blood circulation, thereby helping to combat pain caused by rheumatism and arthritis. They have one drawback - due to their hard fibers, they can cause discomfort and can cause irritation when worn;
- Socks from angora. Angora rabbit fur is extremely warm and delicate, albeit impractical to wear.In order for the angora not to peel off, the composition of the yarn should include sheep's wool, cotton or synthetics. Then the socks will be soft to the touch and fluffy, your children will be able to wear them with pleasure.
- Thermosocks. Designed specifically for winter sports, long walks or hiking, to protect you from the cold and moisture. It is preferable to buy thermal socks in a special store, and when choosing it is worth paying attention to the label. It is important that it indicates at what minimum temperature these socks can retain heat.
Selection tips
The warmest and highest quality socks are obtained from double torsion threads, since they are thinner. To understand this, you just need to carefully look at the texture of the product, its loops should be diagonally.
- The elastic at the socks should be wide, but not very tight. In no case should it squeeze your leg, otherwise blood circulation will be disturbed.
- The seams on the product should be soft to the touch, the heel is clearly formed. For elasticity, elastane can be added to the composition, but not more than two percent.
- In order for the socks to serve you for a long time, they must be washed in warm water and best of all with your hands. If you decide to wash them in the machine, select only a delicate wash, as strong rotation of the drum can disrupt the structure of the threads.
What and how to wear?
According to the rules of etiquette, warm men's socks are selected to the color of the trousers, which, of course, lengthens the legs. If you like to experiment with style, you can choose socks to the color of a tie or sweater. Of course, at a business meeting, the option of socks with print or drawings is impossible.
In modern stores, the choice of hosiery is so great that any woman can choose the right pair for her taste. The options are completely different: length, color scheme, patterns and ornaments. When choosing, the main thing is not to forget about the purpose of the socks - whether they will be worn with shoes or at home. But still, do not forget about the quality and convenience of products.