Woolen socks are socks made from wool. Wool is a type of material made from animal fur, most commonly the sheep but wool can be made from other animal furs such as rabbits, goats, camels and oxen. Each animal species produces a different type of wool which goes by different names such as cashmere and mohair from goat fur, qiviut from muskoxen fur, and angora from the Angora rabbit species. Just as these materials have the unique properties which keeps…

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Socks are a specially made garment for the foot which also covers the ankle, some socks go as high as the lower calf and some socks go as high as the knee or even the lower thigh. Socks are usually made out of materials like wool, cotton, nylon, polyester and varied blends of these materials. Socks provide a great level of comfort when it comes to footwear by cushioning the feet and toes which minimizes chafing, blisters, bruising, abrasion and…

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Ankle socks are a cool type of sock that’s specially designed to be worn on the ankle or just below the ankle which makes for a snazzy and stylish look. Ankle socks are all about style and flair, and creating the illusion that one is not wearing any socks but everyone knows the importance of wearing socks. Ankle socks can be made from a variety of materials such as cotton, wool, polyester, nylon or a combination of these. Ankle socks,…

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Bamboo socks are socks made from a specially designed fabric which is woven from the pulp of the bamboo tree. The process involves crushing the bamboo up into a pulp after which an enzyme is added to break it down even further, after which it can be spun into yarn. Similarly to the bamboo tree, the bamboo fabric is strong and light with great wicking properties. Wicking is the inherent ability to absorb moisture. This unique property makes bamboo socks…

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