Below the Belt
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...
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”...
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...
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 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
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 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
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
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
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
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
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...