Merino Wool Socks for Men and Women

Our everyday merino wool socks are available in a wide variety of colours and styles. Our luxury merino socks are the perfect socks for any occasion. Soft, durable and made to the highest standards right here in the UK, luxury merino socks for men and for women are designed for all-day comfort.

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Most Common FAQ's

Find the answers to our most frequently asked questions.

How often to wash merino wool socks? +

You should wash your merino wool socks as often as you want to. However, you may not need to wash them after every use. Merino wool socks have excellent odour-fighting properties, so they may still be fresh after you wear them. You could air them out overnight and find that they are fine to wear again, but it comes down to personal preference and how you use our socks.

What are the best merino wool socks? +

The best merino wool socks have a high quantity of merino wool in them, like ours, which have over 60% or 80% merino wool depending on the sock. The wool should also be of a high quality from the best herds. But it’s not just the quality of the wool that matters, and the quality is also determined by how they are manufactured. We use traditional techniques perfected over centuries to ensure our wool socks are the best.

How long do merino wool socks last? +

Our merino wool socks are made to a very high standard. These are luxury socks that are designed to last, and if you care for your merino socks properly, there is no reason why they cannot last you many years. They are more hard-wearing than synthetic socks, so they won’t develop holes in them so easily. Exactly how long they last, however, will depend on how often you wear them.

How do you wash merino wool socks? +

Merino wool socks need to be cared for properly, and that means washing them correctly. If you wash your wool socks in a washing machine, use the wool setting. If you don’t have that, use the delicates setting. Alternatively, use a cold wash. Turn them inside out before washing for greater protection. You could also wash them by hand in lukewarm water and then rinse them in cold water.

Why merino wool socks? +

Merino wool socks have many properties that make them an excellent choice. These wool socks are very smooth and have a luxurious feel, they are hard-wearing, they are warm in the winter and they have excellent anti-odour properties. Merino socks are also breathable and have moisture-wicking properties, making them ideal in the summer. Finally, merino is a sustainable type of wool. All in all, merino wool socks are an excellent choice.

How to dry merino wool socks? +

Merino wool socks can go in the tumble dryer on a low setting. However, if you are not sure, you can always let our wool socks air dry instead. Just hang them on the line with your other clothes and they will dry out in no time.

How to wash merino wool socks? +

Merino wool socks are easy to wash, and they can be washed in the washing machine or by hand. In the washing machine, choose the wool or delicates setting, or put them through a cold wash. If you are washing them by hand, wash them in lukewarm water and then rinse them in cold water.

How much merino wool should be in socks? +

High-quality merino socks should be made up primarily of merino wool. Our socks contain different quantities of merino wool depending on the model. They usually have over 60% and sometimes 80%, which ensures a higher quality sock because merino wool is one of the best types of wool for socks, providing a luxurious feel and keeping your feet dry and fresh.