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Cotton Socks

(34 Posts)
rosecarmel Wed 18-Sept-19 03:38:03

There are 100% cotton socks available but all have cotton covered elastic at the top to keep them in place- The only company I can think of that might not have elastic is Wigwam- Their wool socks last many years, the style called El-Pine- But they are super thick, more for boots-

NotAGran55 Tue 17-Sept-19 23:16:37

www.johnlewis.com/john-lewis-partners-egyptian-cotton-ankle-socks-pack-of-2/grey/p3294937#BVRRWidgetID

Grey , navy and black.

CanadianGran Tue 17-Sept-19 22:48:08

I don't know that cotton would stay up; it would need some elastic, especially in the ribbing. Maybe just look for the highest percentage on the label.

Also recommending bamboo as an alternative, and wool for the winter. Wool is more expensive, but does keep your feet warm.

SpringyChicken Tue 17-Sept-19 22:16:01

Twiglet, to date, none of our bamboo socks have bobbled or shrunk.

M0nica Tue 17-Sept-19 22:15:39

I googled Ladies 100% cotton socks and also put it in ebay and, while there were some mixed fibre socks, a lot were 100% cotton.

SpringyChicken Tue 17-Sept-19 22:14:22

Have you tried bamboo socks? They are lovely - soft and absorbent. We prefer them to cotton.

twiglet77 Tue 17-Sept-19 22:13:50

I would just like socks that don't shrink in the wash, don't go bobbly after a couple of wears, and don't feel damp and clammy on the days I'm in trainers or wellies for hours at a time. I wash them at 40 degrees and line dry. I buy men's socks now as they are wider, though my size 7 feet aren't massive.

I apologise for grumbling without answering your question, you are not alone in your frustration!

crazyH Tue 17-Sept-19 22:10:05

You're not alone Anniebach ...I would like cotton socks - the mixed fibre ones, exacerbates the eczema on my ankle.

Anniebach Tue 17-Sept-19 22:05:37

I want navy or grey cotton socks, why oh why are they advertised as cotton when they are not 100% cotton .

Am I alone in wanting 100% cotton ?