Whether I’m getting ready to run, hike, snowboard, or just lounge around the house, I’m always digging through my sock drawer to unearth a pair of Smartwool socks. I’m not sponsored by the company in any way, I just love these socks.
I love my cushy Smartwool over-the-calf snowboarding socks, my thin and breathable Nordic skiing socks, and I especially love my cute, crew-length trail running socks that have never, ever, given me a blister. But I think the best thing about Smartwool socks is their versatile ability to go from Clark Kent to Superman and back. Any sporty pair meant for high-octane activity can add style to an outfit for dinner out. And any pair meant for everyday wear can step in and perform comfortably for any sweaty sport.
The magic lies in Smartwool’s genius blend of sustainably sourced, odor-fighting merino wool that feels soft and supple and wicks sweat away from skin, combined with nylon and elastane for durability and shape retention.
Smartwool socks perform like the pros, but they arguably look even better. The prints and patterns on longer-cut models strike a balance between classic and fun. Simpler styles, like low-ankle socks I wear for road running, both feel and look good when worn with sneaks approved by my cooler-than-me teenagers.
If you’re new to Smartwool or haven’t yet fully matched my level of obsession, come on in—the water’s warm (and so are the socks). Here are some of my favorite Smartwool styles to pad your sock drawer:
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