SOCK SNOB: BLOG

As December unfolds, the festive spirit takes hold, and what better way to embrace the holiday cheer than by adorning your feet with cozy Christmas socks? Whether you're preparing for a cozy night by the fireplace or looking to add a touch of holiday magic to your...

Tis the season to be jolly, and what better way to spread the holiday cheer than with quirky and cosy stocking fillers! This Christmas, why not surprise your loved ones with something both practical and delightful? Socks are a classic stocking stuffer, but that...

As the cost of living continues to rise, many people are looking for ways to save money without sacrificing comfort and warmth. Heat Holders, a brand known for their warm and cosy products, offers a solution that can help people stay comfortable while also saving...

As the winter months approach, staying warm becomes a priority for many people. Heat Holders is a brand that has gained popularity for its warm and cozy products, such as socks, gloves, hats, and scarves. So what makes Heat Holders Socks so warm? In this blog, we'll...

Anyone who's ever worn socks has probably faced the challenge now and then - a sock that keeps turning over! It feels like the sock has a mind of its own and refuses to stay in place. Today, let's delve deeper into this elusive socks mystery and attempt to unfold the...

Bonfire night, also known as Guy Fawkes Night, is almost synonymous with clear, crisp, chilly winter evenings. As fun as those fireworks, bonfires, and toffee apples might be, without the right attire, it could turn into an uncomfortable night shivering in the cold....

Becoming a parent involves abundant joy and responsibilities. Among the items on the long list of baby gear to purchase, don't overlook the humble sock. They keep those adorable little toes warm and offer a style statement for your baby's wardrobe. However, not all...

Heat Holders is a brand that produces thermal socks, hats, gloves, and other cold-weather accessories. The brand was founded in 2008 in the UK by a company called Drew Brady & Co Ltd. The idea behind Heat Holders was to create a thermal sock that was not only warm...

Every foot is unique, which means footwear preferences can be just as diverse. When it comes to sock choice, some people swear by the traditional styling of regular socks, while others have a warm place in their hearts for toe socks. Whether for fashion or function,...

Socks are an essential part of our daily wardrobe. They keep our feet warm, protect them from blisters, and prevent them from sweating excessively. With that being said, it is important to know when to replace them to ensure optimal performance and hygiene. So how...

Socks come in a variety of colors, materials, and patterns that make them a versatile and stylish accessory for any outfit. Whether you're looking to add a pop of color to your wardrobe or express your personal style, there are countless sock patterns and designs to...

Losing a sock can be frustrating, especially if it's one of your favorite pairs. But can you buy just one singular sock to replace your lost socks? The answer is yes, but it may require some searching to find a matching sock. Here are some options to consider when...

Socks are an essential part of any wardrobe, but their styles and patterns can vary greatly from one country to another. Cultural traditions, weather, and fashion trends all influence the types of socks people wear in different parts of the world. In this blog, we’ll...

Yoga is a popular exercise that requires a lot of movement and flexibility. To fully enjoy your yoga practice, it’s essential to have the right gear, including the right socks. The best socks for yoga should provide comfort, stability, and support while allowing your...

Socks are a staple item in our daily wardrobe, and we wear them almost every day. But the question is; how often should I wash my socks? It’s a common question, and the answer may surprise you. In this blog post, we’ll discuss how often you should wash your socks and...

There’s nothing more frustrating than constantly having to adjust your socks throughout the day because they keep slipping or bunching up. Not only is it uncomfortable, but it can also be distracting and make you look unkempt. In this blog post, we’ll discuss some...

Socks are an essential part of our daily wardrobe. They not only keep our feet warm and comfortable but also protect them from blisters and other foot-related problems. However, not all socks are created equal. Depending on your lifestyle, you may need different types...

Socks are an essential part of our daily wear, providing comfort, warmth, and protection to our feet. However, not all socks are created equal, and certain types of socks are designed to address specific foot health issues. Two types of socks that are commonly used...

Socks are an essential part of our daily wardrobe, and it’s important to choose the right size for a comfortable fit. However, deciphering size charts for socks can be confusing, especially if you’re not familiar with the various sizing systems used by different...

Which types of socks are the best for running ? Running is an excellent way to stay active and maintain good health, but it can take a toll on your feet if you don’t have the right gear. When it comes to running, selecting the right pair of socks is just as important...

In the world of fashion, it seems that everything old eventually becomes new again. This is certainly the case with the trend of wearing socks with sandals, which has made a surprising comeback in recent years. Once considered a fashion faux pas, the combination of...

Summer is a time when the weather is warmer and people often wear lighter clothing to stay comfortable. This means that it’s important to choose the right socks for the season to keep your feet cool, dry, and comfortable. In this blog post, we will explore what socks...

When it comes to working outdoors all year round, having the right socks can make a significant difference in comfort, safety, and overall well-being. Outdoor work can expose your feet to a range of weather conditions, from cold and wet to hot and dry, so it’s...

Socks are an essential part of any outfit, regardless of age. However, many people wonder if elderly individuals wear different types of socks than younger people. In this blog, we’ll explore the reasons behind this question and discuss; do elderly people really wear...

When it comes to dressing for hot weather, many of us focus on our clothing choices, but often overlook our choice of socks. Wearing the wrong type of sock can leave your feet feeling hot, sweaty, and uncomfortable. However, choosing the right type of sock can help...

Diabetes is a medical condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It is a chronic disease that affects the body’s ability to produce or use insulin, which is a hormone responsible for regulating blood sugar levels. High blood sugar levels can damage nerves...

Socks are an essential part of our daily wardrobe. They protect our feet, keep them warm, and help us avoid blisters and other foot-related problems. However, many of us tend to overlook the importance of refreshing our sock drawer regularly. In this blog post, we...

Where do socks go when they are lost? You remember putting them in the washing machine and the dryer. However, a few moments later, they are nowhere to be found. Socks can’t wander off, so wherever could they be? Don’t worry. No monster lurks underneath your washing...

Socks are often the most neglected pieces of a skier’s kit. While some call them your best weapon against cold toes, others credit them for their enhanced performance on the slopes. Nonetheless, ski socks are a vital part of your setup. These ergonomically designed...

Except for those who own a sock manufacturing company and can have infinite socks, most people own an average of 8 to 12 pairs of socks. Socks come in various styles and materials to accommodate different occasions and activities. It’s common for people to collect far...

Losing your socks is one event that not only makes us feel stupid – it also makes us angry. When the laundry machine stops spinning, and you are gathering your clothes, it makes you furious when you find out that your favourite pair of socks is not a pair anymore....

How often do you get annoyed when you wear a recently-bought pair of socks but can feel the floor beneath you? Do you often wonder why your socks keep getting holes in them? To be honest, you are not alone in this dilemma. Even then, thousands of other people sharing...

Lazy, snoozy, and dozy – these are the feelings that overwhelm us time and again when working from home. Working from home for some of us is the new normal. But how do we work when sitting at one place for extended hours consumes our energy faster? This is because...

Imagine walking barefoot on a beach with warm sand caressing your feet. What feeling could be better than that?   If your first thought was “walking in bamboo socks,” you have some great taste. Bamboo is a product of nature that reminds us of pandas enjoying...

Do you often find yourself emptying your whole sock drawer because you can’t find your favourite pair of socks? One thing that covid-19 taught us is that many of us not keeping ourselves organised due to a shortage of time was only an excuse. However, as we have...

Do you remember your fresh-looking white socks that disappeared over time? They are likely still somewhere in your sock drawer but go unnoticed because they don’t look white anymore. Washing white socks frequently makes their whiteness fade into yellow or grey....

RAINBOWS BUSINESS CLUB.   Rainbows is an incredible charity that aims to offer support and care for children and young people in their time of need. As the only Hospice for children in the east midlands, something which is both incredibly rewarding and...

Lost Socks Socks are an essential part of our wardrobe, and it can be very annoying if they disappear all of a sudden. No matter how hard you try to keep track of your clothes, you somehow end up losing your socks. To make your life easier, we’ve mentioned below a few...

Shoes without socks | Don’t even think about it! The next time you think about wearing your favourite pair of shoes without socks, you might want to think again! Wearing shoes without socks can be detrimental to your health as it can lead to fungal infection. Hence,...

Washing your socks the right way Whether you’re washing socks in a machine or by hand, you want to ensure they don’t get stretched out. In this blog, we explain how to clean socks via hands and machine.   Handwash; Soak Soaking your socks in warm water with mild...

Wearing the Right Socks to Avoid Blisters Wearing the right pair of socks to prevent blisters is an essential part of your clothing routine. Whether you’re an athlete who has to attend regular training sessions, or your lifestyle in general just consists of a lot of...

Washing your socks sensibly Don’t you hate it when you open your dryer and you realise that your favourite pair of socks has shrunken? When socks shrink, they become uncomfortable and unwearable. And with winter approaching soon, you’ll want to be extra careful with...

Are unicorns real? Do they exist in reality, or are they just mythical creatures? While you figure that out, here are some of the fascinating and fun facts about unicorns that you ought to know. 1 – The horns of unicorns were once used in pharmacies back during the...

What comes first? Socks or trousers? Socks before or after trousers? As long as one can remember, most of us get dressed every morning by putting on our clothes before socks. However, this dressing routine isn’t for everyone! Many people follow a routine that differs...

Out With The Old, In With The Cold! It’s time we salute to autumn 2020 and embrace the chilly winter months to come. Thankfully, here at Sock Snob, we’re fully prepared to help you endure the cold season with quality winter socks.  One of the most enjoyable activities...

Socks make such a cute, adorable gift whether you are giving it to a friend, sibling, or even a special someone. They are warm, comfortable, and are quite a thoughtful gesture when you gift them to someone. The best part is that you can be super creative with socks in...

Cleaning the inside of your slippers Most of us have that one pair of favourite slippers that we wear on a regular basis. For many people, this pair is their ‘comfort slippers’ that fit perfectly in their feet and are just so comfortable. The last thing you want to be...

For a lot of people in the UK, minimalist living isn’t exactly the end goal when we buy and organize our homes. The Marie Kondo way of folding has a brutal and efficient way of decluttering and organizing that has changed how people look at their homes.  What Is the...

Diabetics must look after themselves, from food to insulin intake they have to be careful in everyday life. It is also important to wear the right clothing and socks is not an exception. In fact, if diabetics wear the wrong socks, for instance with a rough toe seam,...

Being a nurse is truly a rewarding job, especially given the fact they get to save lives and promote wellness. However, most nurses work really long shifts and are on their feet for almost 12 hours or even more than that. Working long shifts that often last till...

Bamboo fabric is fast emerging as high-quality material known for its anti-bacterial properties. But how do you turn a texture like that of Bamboo’s into something soft and comfortable to wear, especially as socks? How are bamboo socks made, and what makes bamboo...

This hiking sock brand has not had to have been around the bloc to take the UK by storm. Storm Bloc has been very popular with our customers ever since we offered the range to our customers on amazon and our own website. Hikers have many needs when it comes to walking...

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The rainbow flag first emerged as a symbol for LGBTQ in 1978. But why the rainbow of all possible alternatives? In this article, we talk about the symbolism of the rainbow for gay pride and its...

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]If you Google “what socks to wear with sports shoes,” it will fetch you results for every kind of socks and shoes under the sun. However, the decision to choose a sock for your sport shoes shouldn’t be taken lightly.  Wearing the...

Cycling Socks Cycling has become very popular these days. Owning a bicycle, however, is not everything that cyclists need. They require proper gear as well, especially, cycling socks. Here we have listed down several reasons how cycling socks are different and better...

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Are you tired of buying work socks that just aren’t up to the job? Avoid walking into your local sports shop on a budget and splash out on the right pair of work socks. If you are looking for guidance on what qualities to look for in...

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] As you could imagine, a sock sanctuary like Sock Snob has boxes upon boxes of socks to offer people all around the world. There are a lot of orders to get out of the door and onto the doorsteps of our loyal customers.   This can be...

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]If you are like the rest of our office staff here at Sock Snob you are probably finding that you are having to self isolate to protect yourself from Coronavirus. Whether you are working or recovering, it can be a challenging time for...

​When we offer our customers a quality pair of socks we envision that they are going to be worn by humans. Whether they are socks to keep your feet warm, comfortable, protected or fashionable, we hope our socks make a little positive difference. But we haven’t...

There comes a time when old clothes just have to go. Whether they are just not your taste anymore, they’re too small or if they’ve been badly damaged. That's why we need to look at how you can recycle old socks. Years ago we wouldn’t have worried so much about how we...

​ Do you sometimes think you are going mad when you end up having stray socks at the bottom of your washing basket? You think to yourself “where did I put my other sock”. Some of us just lose socks because we are disorganized or plain forgetful. But, even the most...

​ This is perhaps one of the strangest sock orientated things that we have heard here at Sock Snob, putting onions in your socks. But then again, in this day and age it could be considered as quite a normal practice! It is derived from folk remedy that if you slice...

We all have old socks lying around that we have absolutely no use for. We can easily just thrown them away, or we can be creative and use them for lots of different purposes. So, don’t throw you old / odd socks in the bin just because the washing machine ate them,...

When you buy an item from the supermarket, a retail clothing store or a DIY shop do you ever wonder how these goods are made and where they are made? Not many people do and not many people get to experience what it is like in a factory unless of course they are...

We really do pull up our socks when it comes to making, preparing and dispatching the right socks for all of our customers. But have you ever wondered where the phrase ‘pull up your socks’ actually comes from? The phrase is commonly associated with someone who needs...

One of the greatest peeves when it comes to our socks is when they fall down and bunch up against your shoes. You spend all day pulling your dress socks up, hindering your work day and tarnishing your smooth style. Luckily, there are easy fixes to this problem, as...

Jeans have become a prominent feature of western fashion, worn in any setting whether it is casual or formal even though they were invented in the 1870’s. It can be very difficult to go wrong with jeans, but you can easily pick the wrong shirt, accessories and...