Dress Socks
Finding the right dress socks is not a difficult task. However, many men fail to know where to start. Here are some simple guidelines to help men pick out the perfect dress socks for any formal occasion.
First, men must take a look at the fabric. Wool is a classic, inexpensive choice. Cashmere is a more luxurious option but will cost more. Furthermore, cashmere requires greater maintenance than wool. Cotton is the cheapest and easiest option. Cotton is easy to maintain and is made thin – a great feature in dress socks. Cotton is often combined with other materials to give it a little more stretch and strength.
The next consideration should be colour. This will hinge on the colour of the suit the socks are to be paired with. A dark coloured suit requires dark socks. A light coloured suit requires light socks. However, the socks should be one or two shades darker than the suit itself. Men should always match their socks to the suit itself, rather than to the shoes. The only colour that must always be avoided is white. White coloured socks will not look good with any colour suit or shoes.
Men who are bold enough to look for textures and patterns in their socks must ensure that they do not choose socks that are too busy; they should try to match their socks with the suit so they do not clash. Regardless of the texture of the socks chosen, the socks should roughly match the texture of the suit. Silky socks should therefore be paired with silky suits and wool socks with rougher suits.
