10 best dress socks he will not hate as a birthday gift

You need to keep quality and comfort at the back of your mind when searching for dress socks to buy. The kind that he will be proud to show off and, beautiful material, fitting and durable. Dress socks maker Falke’s quality socks and attention to detail are exceptional. For something vibrant and fun, Paul Smith is the king of dazzling with color and bold prints.

What to pay attention to in dress socks

Length

You do not want a pair of socks that will show a flash of skin when you sit or cross your legs at an evening event or business meeting. They should cover the calf. It will give him a well put together look and give the outfit an elevated appearance.

Knee-high socks are also good but calf-high socks are the standard.

Fabric

Merino wool and Pima cotton are the common fabrics dress socks come in. Merino wool is famous for controlling moisture and odor to keep the feet warm without being clammy especially cold weather. Pima cotton is favourable in hot weather, it is light and soft.

Go for classic colours, they boost the classic feel and look of formal wear, get stretchy material that is not heavy.

1. Bombas merino wool dress knee high socks

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Bombas is famous for making everyday socks, T-shirts and underwear. The socks come in a pack of five with a variety of colours. This pack has five moisture regulating merino wool, plus the cuff is made in a way that the socks don't slide down the leg.

2. Multi-block socks

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These Italian made socks are 80 percent cotton and 20 percent polyamide, which makes them well aerated for comfort in your skin. They are a cross between classic and fashion-forward standards, with colourful stripes.

3. Uniqlo supima cotton wide-ribbed socks

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Budget-friendly socks that stand the passing of time. They have a cuff designed to keep them in place.

4. Falke tiago cotton socks

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This Germany brand of dress socks has been around since 1895, and they specialise in making legwear. They have perfected the craft of making black lightweight and comfortable cotton dress socks. These come with a ribbed cuff for a perfect fit.

5. Bonobos soft everyday socks

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These make for the perfect subtle pattern wear. The navy dot socks are designed from lightweight fabric which gives a cushioned sole bed and mesh for ventilation. They come with an arch support and a 1x1 cuff to support them in one place.

6. J.Crew patterned dress socks

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Wearing a neutral colour suit and pairing them with a bold pop colour of dress socks is one way to make a formal fashion statement. They are a perfect stretch, soft and made with sustainable material.

7. Richer poorer storm socks

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For casual formal events, why not go for a pattern tie-dye pair of dress socks with a solid colour suit and sleek shoes. The cotton in Richer Poorer is combined with silver fibre that maintain a fresh feel.

8. Mack Weldon silver extended crew dress sock

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On a hot day, when going without socks is so tempting, this pair will save the day. It is crafted with Pima cotton and anti-odour silver , have a cushioned sole bed and cuffs to keep them in place.

9. Polo Ralph Lauren rib-knit socks

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This 3-pack of green, blue and brown socks can help subtly pull together an outfit by matching with the tie or a pocket square. They are cotton-made with ribbed cuffs.

10. Brooks Brothers feeder stripe Argyle socks

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This Italian made pair is knitted to fit with Lycra, they are an American staple for elegant and dapper suit outfits.

Do dress socks need to match your pants or shoes?

According to sock fashion experts, socks don't have to match with a singular aspect of the outfit like shoes or pants. They should, however, compliment the whole outfit.

Which colour should be worn with a Tuxedo?

The "Tux" is the highest level of formal wear, so keep the flashy and colourful socks away from this outfit, because this long standing fashion does not share the spotlight. Stick to neutral colours, especially black.

Wearing bold colour socks to a formal event

You can never go wrong with a pair of neutral colours black, brown, or navy. However, if the dress code allows for flexibility, you can throw in a polka dotted pair, checkered or colour pop pair to accessorise.