Below the Belt

Socks with shorts

What Socks to Wear with Shorts

There is a school of thought that is vehement about which socks you should be wearing with shorts: “No-shows only,” they loudly proclaim.  Well … no-shows certainly provide a clean...

Socks with brown shoes

What Socks to Wear with Brown Shoes

Once upon a time, brown shoes were frowned upon unless paired with tweed or some other “casual” outfit - perhaps beige twill trousers, or even corduroy. “Never brown in town”...

Socks with white trainers

What Socks to Wear with White Trainers

Ahh...  there’s no better feeling than slipping bright, clean, boxfresh white trainers onto your feet. Where black or brown shoes are seen as more formal, sensible options, and patterned sports...

Socks subscription in box

The Best Sock Subscription Box in the UK for 2022

Blimey! You check the date and suddenly it’s November - time really flies, doesn’t it? One minute it’s January and you’re slipping into the socks you just received for Christmas,...

Best Sock Brands

Best Sock Brands You Need To Know in 2024

“What is the best sock brand?” It’s a steady refrain. “Which brand is best for me?” If we had a post bag, it would be bulging, though of course it...

Types of Socks for Men: The Complete Style Guide

Types of Socks for Men: The Complete Style Guide

We at Pants and Socks believe strongly in two things: a well-cradled package supported by outstanding pants and the benefits that the soft caress of a well-made sock can bring...

Best sock materials

Best Sock Materials for Every Need & Occasion

Admit it - you’ve probably never agonised over the material of your socks, have you? Be honest now. You’ve never thought about how the material of your socks might suit...

Best Ankle Socks for Men in 2024

Best Ankle Socks for Men in 2024

A step up from no-show socks, ankle socks are designed to be seen… but only JUST. They’re a little shy, you see, so they only feel comfortable chilling at the...

Best No Show Socks for Men in 2024

Best No Show Socks for Men in 2024

Loafer liners. Footies. Invisible socks. No-show socks. Call them what you will, but no show socks are THE socks to wear if you want to protect your feet, prevent your shoes...

Best Athletic Socks for Men in 2024

Best Athletic Socks for Men in 2024

Sporting season is well and truly upon us. The sun is shining, the birds are chirping, and there are many MANY sports to be played. Even though we didn’t quite...

Best Socks for Sweaty Feet in 2024

Best Socks for Sweaty Feet in 2024

Where there’s heat, there’s sweat… for most of us, anyway. In fact, there’s often too much sweat. And, let’s be honest here: too much sweat is just plain unpleasant.  Yes,...

Best Socks for Hot Weather in 2024

Best Socks for Hot Weather in 2024

It took a long time coming this year, but the great British summer did finally arrive - and with summer comes longer days and hotter weather. On these much MUCH...

Men’s Sock Size Guide (Chart Included)

Men’s Sock Size Guide (Chart Included)

Finding the right size socks for your feet is an important task - and not one we regularly think about. Still, it is important to find that perfect fit to...

Most Comfortable Socks for Men in 2024

Most Comfortable Socks for Men in 2024

When choosing a new pair of socks, there’s one thing to bear in mind above anything else: comfort. We know all too well that a poorly chosen pair of socks...