It’s getting cold out there.
For starters, wool is great at containing heatanyone who has worn a wool sweater will tell you that.
Still, socks that contain a blend of materials can benefit from polyester.
W+G contributing writer, Jamey Powell, is a big fan.
She says, I had these socks for 5 years and wore the life out of them.
Whats more, they have a seamless toe (no weird bump in your shoes).
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Best of all, Bombas donates a pair of socks to charity for every pair purchased.
), but the brands socks are also a major hit.
That includes theirgrip socks, which have sticky dots on the bottom to keep you grounded on hardwood floors.
For chill days at home polyester or poly blends will probably keep your toes toasty enough.
For colder temps, though, youre better off with Merino wool or wool blends.
Style
Consider the height you oughta work with your footwear.
If youre wanting warm socks to work with your hiking boots, youll need to focus on calf-height styles.
If your goal is everyday wear, you’re free to choose from a wider variety of styles.
Remember that one-size-fits-all options are often stretchy, so theymaystill work for your unique foot.
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Increased Comfort of Polyester Fabrics.
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