Wholly Wooly: 3 Reasons to Buy Black Wool Socks

While we love fashion for the fanciful way it lets us play with our appearance and construct and express our identities, sometimes we just want something that’s straightforward and functional. And when it comes to socks, you can’t get more utilitarian than a black wool sock.

If you’re looking for a sock that fulfills your needs without a lot of extra frills, read on to find out the reasons we think it’s worth having a few pairs of black wool socks in your drawer.

Matchability

It seems so obvious that it hardly needs mentioning, but black is a failsafe color in its ability to go with almost anything. Even other dark neutrals that are sometimes considered to be off-limits for pairing with black—like brown or navy—can work if done well. Wear your favorite brown leather boots with black socks to prove you know how to break the rules and still look good. 

Temperature Regulation

Whether you buy them thick and chunky or thin and lightweight, your wool socks will help keep your feet warm when it’s cold outside, and cool when it’s warm. This seemingly miraculous feat is accomplished by the natural properties of wool, which reduces the rate of heat transfer from the environment. Wear your socks with layers that will help you further regulate your temperature, like a jacket you can take on and off. 

Odorlessness

Because they’re on your feet, it’s easy for socks to become sweaty more quickly than other clothing items, potentially leading to unpleasant odors. Wool fibers have natural wicking properties that help sweat evaporate more quickly, minimizing the amount of time odor-causing bacteria has to collect. Wear wool socks with running shoes while exercising or just around town with your boots and don’t worry about smelling fishy.

When it comes to socks, there’s no need to fix what ain’t broke. Stick to straightforward black wool socks and you’ll never have to worry about mismatched pairs or embarrassing scents again.

Black wool socks are a closet staple.