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Warm socks for fat legs

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Su22 Tue 11-Oct-22 08:39:49

I hope this is in the right category, can anyone recommend warm loose topped socks? I am always in my wellies and need to find warm, thick ankle socks. My legs are too fat smile for long socks but I don't want really short ankle socks ones that come up the calf a bit would be great if that makes sense. Would rather they had a heel in them than the ones that or just like a tube, I am a size 5.

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Chrysalis Tue 11-Oct-22 08:51:20

Damart do thick soft top socks that come further up your legs than your ankle. My left leg is very swollen and they fit me well.

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SunshineSally Tue 11-Oct-22 08:55:13

Hi Su22
I have the same problem so buy mens socks - their smallest size 6-9 - as the sizes are more generous than the womens ‘one size fits all’. I vary between a size 4.5-5 and there’s plenty of choice in lots of bright colours.

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Charleygirl5 Tue 11-Oct-22 09:19:26

I buy socks for diabetics on Amazon and I am not left with a horrid red mark cutting into my skin. Some are skimpy but not all and the photos show you how far up the leg they go.

I have lymphodema so these socks are great for me.

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shysal Tue 11-Oct-22 10:48:22

I buy these bamboo socks, some plain black and some with coloured heel and toe. They are wide and virtually seam free, therefore suitable for diabetics.
www.ebay.co.uk/itm/254194315439?var=553565218495

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Charleygirl5 Tue 11-Oct-22 10:54:18

I have those as well and they are so comfortable, wash well and appear to last for ages.

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Kalu Tue 11-Oct-22 11:29:37

Have a look online for fleece inserts for wellies, very cosy and no need to wear long socks.

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25Avalon Tue 11-Oct-22 11:34:07

Have you tried Cosyfeet? They do shoes, slippers and socks for wider feet and legs.

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