Socks that are comfy and actually last (yes, I know it's boring)

[Pigtailsandall]

Where do you buy your socks? Now that we've reached sock season, I've noticed that most of mine are worn through the sole or have a toe poking out. I have very long big toes and often poke holes in my socks. I keep looking at nicer, thicker socks, but then recoil at the price and scurry back to M&S or h&m for more crap stuff.

I also don't want sock with pastel floral patterns or cutesy woodland creatures - although I do like bright colours and stripes so they don't need to be all black. We live in an old house so something a bit thicker with lots of natural fibres would be good.

What socks have lasted well for you?

Argh a rogue “there” instead of “they’re”

I have BAM socks too, love them, none of the heels have worn through even slightly after several years wear. I wonder if it’s to do with foot shape or what shoes you wear. Toe is just starting to go on one pair but as I say this is after several years.

Sketchers and nike trainer trainer socks are the only ones that stay in place

I think you're right - it depends on the person. I have BAM socks I've had for years and years, no holes or thin patches. DS has managed to hole some of his in under a year.

Falke are expensive but they last forever. I have had one of the woollen (Berlin) pairs for five years, worn twice or three times a week in the winter. They bobble a bit but don’t hole.

they do shrink a bit ( although I am in between sizes so have to get the slightly too small rather than much too,large) but I just put them over some old slippers to dry.

I love these.
For some reason they send me 3 or 4 free pairs a year, no idea why but I can’t remember the last time I bought socks

Finisterre are another UK sustainable brand. Pretty but worth it I reckon. They have a 3 for 2 offer on many socks at the mo.

I'm a size 7, have bumpy feet and walk a lot so go through socks v quickly. Finisterre are the best I've found so far. Their Last Long Ribbed socks are amazing.
Though sadly found their Last Long Original socks are too tight at the top :(

*Pricey not pretty.

Darntough are good

Another who finds Bam socks wear out v quickly .
I.m considering these
www.d2dcyclingclothing.co.uk/product/comfort-performance-sock/

Hello all, just came back to my old thread to say I bought some Pringles socks on recommendation here, and they've lasted well. I also got a box of socks from Thought at Christmas and they seem fine too.

Summer sock query - I need some white (or light) trainer socks for the summer. I have some from M&S and they are terrible, and some from Next which have been ok but have worn through v quickly. Any recommendations?

I tried Sweaty Betty trainer socks based on a recommendation on here, and they are amazing: https://www.sweatybetty.com/shop/underwear/sports-socks/workout-trainer-socks-3-pack--SB8984_WhiteA.html#start=0&sz=24

There are several options, including some that are lighter.

Muji! Great socks.

I bought danish endurance merino socks off Amazon recently so comfy, slightly thick. I’m hoping they have longevity. Big feet here so I went with the mens

going back to winter socks, I love these from John Lewis and they are reduced at the moment.
https://www.johnlewis.com/john-lewis-womens-wool-silk-blend-ankle-socks/pink-grey/p5113155?s_ppc=2dx92700071582060008_mixed_fashion_BAU&tmad=c&tmcampid=2&gclid=CjwKCAjwgqejBhBAEiwAuWHioFF6JzS5T-4lvP_W8WdmsG3dd9vaW-0AM4jD_RmGK_7CUYOtbySDmxoC9nMQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds

BAM here too. They’re pricey but so comfy, the trainer socks are a bit thicker than the ankle socks. They take forever to dry and I’m guilty of tumble drying them so they don’t last as long as they could but worth it.

@Jellylover do they have a toe seam?

@AnxiousShep yes they do, but are very comfortable, soft and warm.

Same here. Washed at 30 and became really tight.

@Jellylover, thank you. They look lovely but I need ones without a seam.

Men's socks. Any men's socks that are of decent initial thickness.