4 Advice to Choose a Running Socks wholesale

There are a few non-negotiables when it comes to running. And posting on Strava isn&#;t one of them. Two that are, though, are choosing the right pair of socks and the right pair of shoes. Running is inherently simple in that all you really need is a good pair of each. The rest then, including how far and which direction you run, is entirely up to you.

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At Darn Tough, we believe a $150 pair of running shoes is only as good as the socks you pair them with. Whether you&#;re crushing mountain ultras or racing your local 5k, the same applies to everyone who toes the line. It&#;s not uncommon for runners to spend countless hours researching, trying on, and testing a pair of shoes before they buy them. So, why shouldn&#;t you take that same approach when buying socks?

In this post, we&#;re going to cover how you should go about choosing the right pair of running socks. We&#;ll discuss the importance of running socks, what key features to look for, and what about Darn Tough Running socks make them the gold standard for every runner, from beginner level to elite professional.

The Importance of Running Socks

Much like you&#;d wear a specific type of sock for skiing or snowboarding, the same idea applies for running. Running socks are important in that they&#;re specifically designed to enhance performance and protect your feet in running shoes. The more time you spend running, the more important it is for you to choose the right pair of socks. It&#;s that simple.

You might be able to get away with not wearing run-specific socks, and that&#;s fine. But if you&#;re serious about your craft &#; which if you made it this far you clearly are &#; then we encourage you to keep reading.

Runaway Favorite Features

We knit a lot of socks for various end-uses, but not every Darn Tough sock is the same. They are mostly made of the same material, and we knit all of them with specific features we believe are essential to a high-performance sock (more on that here). But what is it that differentiates our Run socks from the other pairs we knit?

In your pursuit of setting new PRs, there are four main features to consider that our Run socks offer, including:

• Durability
• Breathability
• Lightweight
• Merino Wool
• Performance Fit

To gain a better understanding of what these features do, let&#;s dive in and discuss the benefits of each, starting with durability.

Even More Durable

The best running socks are durable and knit to withstand the rigors of trail-running and road running alike. We knit our socks with enhanced durability in high-wear zones &#; specifically in the soles and up the Achilles &#; for a resiliency that you can trust across all types of terrain.

Naturally durable and tougher than most fabrics, Merino Wool is confidence-inspiring and offers protection with every step and against every root, rock, and rugged trail.

Breathable Mesh

The beauty of Merino Wool is its ability to wick moisture and keep your feet dry after they get wet, and we complement that natural ability with our stitches.

Our Run socks are strategically knit with pockets of breathable mesh to help promote dry feet, even if the trail you&#;re running down looks and feels more like a river. This staple running feature helps prevent blisters and thwart hotspots before they surface, keeping your feet light and dry for every mile, and then some.

Like a Feather

Darn Tough Running socks are available in two weights: Ultra-Lightweight and Lightweight. The keyword being &#;light,&#; as it appears mutually.

Both styles of socks are lightweight for reasons you&#;ll appreciate as early as mile one, and they won&#;t ever feel like they&#;re weighing you down. They are sleek, soft to the touch, yet form fitting for a next-to-skin-feel that&#;s simply unparalleled.

Wearing these, you&#;ll feel like you&#;re floating, or better yet, flying, be it straight to the finish or up the next climb, with ease.

Merino Wool for the Win

If there&#;s one recurring feature in all our Run socks, it&#;s Merino Wool. Merino is a key contributor to high-performance running socks, and it&#;s arguably the singular most important ingredient that helps elevate our Run socks to superior levels.

We&#;ve written exhaustively about the natural wonders of Merino Wool in other posts, so we won&#;t get too ahead of the pack discussing it here. But it&#;s important to call out the vital features of what makes Merino Wool the ideal, if not the world&#;s best, fabric for knitting high-performance Run socks.

A few reasons we run in Merino Wool: it&#;s naturally durable, comfortable, moisture-wicking, thermoregulating, and odor-resistant. And unlike your grandma&#;s wool, what we knit isn&#;t itchy and won&#;t irritate your skin.

We also knit a variety of our Run socks using Coolmax synthetic fibers, which naturally imitate Merino Wool but are vegan... in case you were wondering.

Performance Fit

We&#;ve heard rumors about people mislabeling our socks as Darn Tight. Really, they just lack the proper education. But that&#;s on us to change.

What they&#;re experiencing, and what we&#;ve curated over years of testing and design, is actually called Performance Fit. This continual, unrelenting fit with arch support is one of the key features that differentiates our sock from your average Run sock.

Our Performance Fit is more than just a feeling &#; it&#;s an equation of sought-after attributes that runners crave (like a banana after a long run). Not to be confused with tightness, our Performance Fit is a combination of moisture-wicking, temperature regulating, and form-fitting features that come together (might we add without seams) to help prevent blisters and hotspots.

Consider Your Running Shoes

Like we mentioned in the beginning of this post, your running shoes are only as good as the socks you pair them with. But you still want good shoes. Now, we&#;re not going to spend an inordinate amount of time discussing shoes, but we would like to touch on the two types of running shoes that are the most common.

If you&#;re in the market for running shoes, you&#;re invariably going to be choosing between one of two styles: road runners and trail runners.

Nowadays, you&#;re even likely to stumble across a hybrid variation, but traditionally you&#;ll be deciding between road running shoes (ones with flatter, smoother soles) and trail running shoes (ones with bigger, softer lugs for traction). A hybrid running shoe will incorporate unique features of each, providing a solid, all-around look and feel that&#;s best suited for dipping between roads and running up trails.

But whichever style best fits you, it&#;s important to first find the right pair of socks to partner with that footwear. E.g. a good rule of thumb is your socks should never be shorter than your shoes. 

How to Choose Running Socks

Now that we&#;ve covered what features to look for in every running sock, how do you go about choosing the right one?

First, there are a few things to consider when searching for the perfect pair: including sock height, cushion, and weight. To help you decide, let&#;s dive in and breakdown each, starting with sock heights.

Sock Heights

We knit three variations of sock heights for our Run category:

• No Show Tab
• Quarter Sock
• Micro Crew

This trifecta of Run sock heights offers a range of choices for every runner which vary depending on training schedules, shoe selection, and the weather.

To learn more about each, let&#;s jump in and discuss what distinguishes one from the other, starting with our shortest height, the No Show Tab.

No Show Tab

Our No Show Tab socks might not show up on camera, but plan on them showing up on race day. And they&#;re so light you won&#;t even feel them.

Ideal for speed workouts or flying around the track, our No Show Tabs pair well with road running shoes, or spikes, offering a next-to-skin sensation for serious runners chasing their next PR.

The tab above the heel offers extra protection for your Achilles and makes these socks easy to pull on and slip off in between sessions.

Quarter Sock

The Quarter is the only sock height of its kind that can power through tough terrain without slipping. A hybrid style knit to help you conquer both the roads and trails with ease, we prefer the Quarter for workouts that often hinge on the idea of unpredictability.

With a fit that protects you right above the ankles, our Quarter is a versatile option for runners who don&#;t necessarily have a route planned but are ready for anything.

Micro Crew

The Micro Crew is a worthy running partner that offers lower-leg protection, enhanced durability, and superior style for runners of every level. It&#;s our bread-and-butter sock height that&#;s fit for everything, from long road sections to rugged alpine trails.

And once you pull them up, you&#;ll be set for miles. Plan on getting a few pairs of these, because they truly run the gamut, both of style and performance.

Cushion vs. No Cushion

This choice comes down to preference, but it&#;s helpful to know that both cushioned and non-cushioned socks have their own unique advantages.

Cushion Socks

If cushion is something you&#;re into, we offer socks that add the right amount for extra protection on race day. Added durability for impact comfort on rugged trails makes every outing more enjoyable, and that&#;s just one thing cushion does. It also softens your footfall, protects your soles, and adds bounce to otherwise rigid or unflinching terrain.

Many runners appreciate the bit more absorption, heel padding, and extra durability cushion provides on days when you&#;re pushing the pace. Not that you need cushion to go the extra mile, but it does help if you&#;re out tackling rugged trails with lots of roots. Which, if you&#;re familiar with running in Vermont, is almost impossible to avoid.

Added cushion provides a softer touch on even the toughest of terrain, but still maintains a low profile to not add any unwanted bulk &#; compared to the cushion in our Hike socks, the cushion in our Run socks is super light and airy.

No Cushion Socks

Cushion is not necessary though, as evident by our line of no cushion socks. We once heard our Run No Show no cushion sock called a "ghost of a sock" ...and we think that's pretty accurate. 

If you're running in warmer weather, a pair of socks with no added cushion might be better for you. They help you feel the ground with every foot strike and are some of the lightest, most breathable socks that we knit for runners.

Sock Weights

We knit our Run socks exclusively in Ultra-Lightweight and Lightweight styles for reasons every runner can appreciate &#; they're soft, supportive, but not too bulky, offering comfort that lasts long into your toughest workouts. With your needs in mind, let&#;s dissect each option to determine which sock weight is best suited for your running style.

Ultra-Lightweight

Wearing our Ultra-Lightweight Run socks is the closest thing to being barefoot, minus the risk. These are some of the lightest, most durable socks we knit for runners and are indisputably the best running socks for hot weather. They wrap to your skin and hold their fit for miles and miles, enabling you to dial in every foot strike with control and precision.

Lightweight

Ideal for cooler temperatures, our Lightweight Run socks are never guilty of weighing or slowing you down. They&#;re the best cold weather running socks and a great choice for runners who know to pick Merino, no matter the season.

If you&#;re after a pair of soft running socks that actively protect your feet, prevent blisters, and add bounce to every step, our Lightweight knits are some of the best in the industry.

Styles & Colors

If you&#;re familiar with how we knit socks, then you know how much time we put towards product design. Of all the features that make our socks unique, chief among them might be the one that ultimately draws you to a particular sock: the design, or in some cases, the color.

Noteworthy styles like the Frontrunner and Toco Loco Micro Crews are two that instantly pop, while colors like Lava, Space Gray, Violet, and Aqua add value and a distinct vividness to the line that you won&#;t find elsewhere.

To be clear, sock designs and colors don&#;t add much technical value, other than flashy appeal, but it&#;s a key differentiator if you&#;re searching for socks that speak to your personality. Although, one of our good friends, Josh, swears he runs faster in black socks.

Other Uses

We take great pride in manufacturing the best sock for runners. But the truth is, not everyone who wears them is a runner. In fact, we&#;ve seen our Run socks used for many purposes, and worn by folks participating in many activities, including walking, gardening, even chilling at home.

Our No Show Tab Run socks are among the most popular styles for everyday use. Similarly, our Element socks are a top choice for mountain bikers and golfers. We encourage wearers to find the sock that best suits their needs, based on its features and tech, instead of solely wearing it because of what&#;s written on its label.

Really, it&#;s just important for runners to find a sock that&#;s best for their feet. Not that we&#;d necessarily recommend you kickstart your running career wearing a pair of our Lifestyle socks (not that you couldn&#;t PR in a pair of Spey Fly&#;s). But if you&#;re looking for a heftier sock, let&#;s say for winter running, our Hike socks are a viable option.

New to Running?

If you&#;re new to the sport, here are the sock styles that we at Darn Tough recommend starting with in each of the following arenas, be that in the wild or at home/the gym:

• Trail Running &#; For newbie trail runners on the hunt for comfort, you can&#;t go wrong with either the Prism Micro Crew or Element Quarter. Lightweight with Cushion, these tech-heavy Run socks offer enhanced durability in key areas like the Achilles, cushion underfoot, and breathable mesh for top foot breathability.
• Road Running &#; Our classic No Show Tab Run socks with cushion are suitable for new-to-the-road runners in search of comfort and durability. This Ultra-Lightweight knit is ideal for crushing miles on the pavement, thanks to its inclusion of terry-loop cushioning to protect the bottom of the foot.
• Treadmill Running &#; Running on the treadmill isn&#;t always fun but can be if you&#;re rocking the right pair of socks. For gym workouts and runs at home when the weather is gloomy, we recommend a pair of our No Show Tab Run socks without cushion, or our Stride Micro Crew. Both are Ultra-Lightweight and breathe exceptionally well, especially if you&#;re stuck chasing your goals in a hot basement or gym.
• Marathon / Long Distance Running &#; Long distance runners will appreciate the advancements in tech as offered by our Element No Show Tab socks. Increased durability in the heel and up the Achilles gives you support through 26.2, and then some. Plus, a performance fit holds strong for as long as your feet keep moving. Some might think it's short on looks, sure, but don&#;t be surprised when this sock takes you the long way home.
• Cold Weather / Winter Running &#; For battling the elements of winter, we recommend none other than the Element Micro Crew. One of the tallest, warmest, and most protective Run socks we offer, this Lightweight knit still feels light but leans heavy on comfort to ensure your feet stay warm as you trudge through the snow. They&#;re thermoregulating, too, so even if your socks get wet, your feet will stay dry and warm.

Choosing the Best Running Socks

The best running socks are the ones that fit your feet the best. They&#;re going to be the most comfortable and most durable socks for your specific needs, whatever that entails for you.

Your preference is key. But given the facts and the features we pointed out, we hope you&#;re able to find a pair that&#;s right for you. Road running, trail running, or just jogging on the treadmill&#; our socks got you covered.

Run for your life, if you must, just make sure you&#;re wearing a pair of Darn Tough&#;s. The most comfortable, durable, and best-fitting socks for runners &#; and you can post that on Strava for the world to see.

Do you know which socks materials are best-selling online?

Do you want to source socks from China to sell online?

Socks is one of the common and essential fashion apparel products, you can also call it footwear. There are different kinds of socks, including crew socks, sports socks, casual socks, wool socks, cotton socks, ski socks, slacks socks, dress socks, etc.

China has lots of large socks manufacturers, and most well-known brands worked with Chinese manufacturers to produce socks. Buying socks from China is a smart decision because the quality and price can be much better.

You must learn which socks material your customer desires before buying wholesale. Today, we&#;ll walk you through the top 15 socks materials you must know in this blog.

Also, you can learn more knowledge about the sock business before buying wholesale from China.

Table of content

Chapter 1: Why Should Consider Socks Material before Sourcing Socks from China?

Chapter 2: 5 Important Characteristics of Socks to Consider Before Buying Wholesale

Chapter 3: 15 Best Socks Materials You Must Know Before Buying Wholesale

Chapter 4: FAQs About Socks Wholesale

Chapter 1: Why Should Consider Socks Material before Sourcing Socks from China?

The socks with different materials and colors will be much more popular, and the material is the most important factor in socks production. It will decide the quality of socks.
So, when buying socks from China to sell online, it is essential to consider socks material and source according to your needs.

1. Choosing the right socks material will benefit your business

No matter in which industry you are dealing with, there are always three things to consider: quality, price, and promotion. The higher the quality of a product is, the higher the price will be, and the greater promotion is needed to sell the same product.

To grow in the market, you must provide high-quality products to retain and attract your customers. You must also know about different sock fabric types to better understand which socks material you should source from China.

Here is a list of some of the best materials for socks that you can source from China:

• Combed Cotton
• Common Cotton
• Mercerized Cotton
• Merino Wool
• Bamboo
• Polyester
• Modal
• Acrylic
• Viscose Rayon
• Polypropylene
• Nylon
• Spandex
• Tencel

2. Main questions you should ask before selecting the socks material

Now that you&#;re aware of the different sock materials used to make socks, you have to consider what your customers will be doing while wearing them. Then you will have the correct information for selecting the ideal stock for your business.

You can source winter wear socks from China when you would like to do the business. Similarly, you can ask the following questions to yourself to better understand what your customers will be demanding from you.

• How will your customers be dressed?
• What activities your customers will be doing?
• Which material do your customers prefer?
• What type of shoes will they wear with your socks?
• What is the best material for athletic socks?
• What material socks prevent sweat?

3. 4 main necessary features of a good pair of socks

Socks&#; design and different sock materials will provide varying degrees of comfort & warmth. Here are different requirements from customers and the socks materials that match them best.

a. Warmth
The best material for socks to provide additional warmth are wool, acrylic, and cashmere. These socks material will keep your feet pleasant and warm.

b. Moisture-wicking
Cotton and rayon socks are lightweight and wick away moisture. If you are thinking about what material socks prevent sweat, these are the ones that work best. They are also ideal for jogging and other physical activities.

c. Stretch
Many customers prefer to buy socks that provide extra stretch. Socks made of nylon or spandex will provide the best stretch. You can source these socks material from China to sell online.

d. Durability
Any sock with strengthened heel & toe parts will last longer. There are many socks material that provides more durability and softness to the feet.

4. Why do many people consider that cotton socks are the most popular one?

Many businessmen believe that cotton is the best material for socks. And it&#;s true that choose cotton socks to sell is much easier. This is why:

• Cotton socks are the most common sock fabric types on the market. You can buy it at very cheap price.
• Cotton can be made in a wide range of sock designs, it won&#;t limit your business type when you choose cotton socks to sell.
• They are comfortable since they are soft, breathable, and tight.
• Cotton socks are made by all-natural and ecologically friendly material. They can enter lots of markets easily all over the world.
• Cotton socks are indeed the preferred footwear for those who have sensitivities or/and allergies.
• They are often long-lasting and durable.

Chapter 2: 5 Important Characteristics of Socks to Consider Before Buying Wholesale

Once you&#;ve identified what activities your customers will be buying your socks for&#; now is the time to consider the attributes of socks you&#;ll offer. Socks come in a variety of materials, as well as designs, shapes, and sizes.

After you do good research about your target audience, you&#;ll get to know what kind of length, thickness, and weight of socks you should buy to sell to your target customers.

Let&#;s have a look at different attributes of socks you should consider before buying wholesale:

1. Sock weight

You will have to buy some specific weight of socks for saving your cost. Most people consider that the weight of a pair of socks is nothing. As a customer, it actually nothing for you.

However, as a wholesaler, the weight of a pair of socks determines how much you will pay for shipping. Always buy lighter ones, even the material and price of them are nearly same. It will save you from paying extra shipping fees.

2. Sock length

Choosing the right length of socks to offer for different activities and occasions is as important as choosing the right socks material.

If you are planning to start selling socks online, you must have different lengths of socks to offer your customers for their different needs.

Let&#;s have a look at all possible lengths of socks and why they are used:

• Ankle socks

Ankle socks are normally worn with low-cut shoes like trainers, loafers, and gym shoes. They, like slip-on socks, are intended to provide protection to the feet and give the appearance that one is not wearing any socks at all.

They are simple, yet they offer a perfect finish to a casual outfit. People pair them with casual jeans and t-shirt combinations or high-quality gym, sports, or running clothing.

• Calf-length socks

Men typically wear calf-length socks. These socks are higher than ankle ones, they offer added protection, warmth and comfort. Calf-length socks are available in the market in various colors, patterns, and material blends to match both fashion and activity levels.

• Crew length socks

Crew-length socks are also known as quarter-length socks. They look great on both adults and children. They cover the feet more than ankle socks and reach about 6-8 inches up the shin or the calf muscle.

They are a perfect match for physical activity because they have durable material. It is not too thick to restrict blood flow while running or jumping. Crew socks can be worn during cold seasons as well because of their ability to keep the feet warm.

• Knee-high socks

Knee-high socks are the most elegant type of socks available. These socks are a fantastic way to show off one&#;s unique style. Many girls will choose different colors of knee-high socks to go with their skirts.

Knee-high socks are a great accessory for those who want to feel comfortable and fun. These types of socks are perfect for parties and other special occasions.

• Over-the-knee socks

The materials of a pair of over-knee-socks are designed in a way to stretch up and reach the knee. Over-the-knee socks are popular and highly demanded by women because they are very versatile, comfortable, and easy to accessorize.

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3. Sock fit

While selling socks online, you need to make sure that you buy the right size of stock. So that you can offer socks that fit firmly around the feet of your customers. If the fitting is not perfect, the socks can cause many problems.

Today, many people struggle with fitting issues because most of the socks are in the same size. So you can avail this opportunity by providing socks that come in different fitting for different feet.

4. Sock thickness

Again, depending on what activities your customers will be buying your socks for, the sock&#;s thickness will vary.

During the colder months of the year, you will see a high demand for thicker socks. Because they keep the feet warmer and more comfortable than a thinner pair.

Similarly, people love wearing thinner socks when they are going out on vacation. So, you can offer both types of socks material in different weathers as per different demands.

5. Sock constriction

Another important factor you must consider when buying socks material is sock constriction. When you are purchasing a stock of socks, it&#;s best to check a sample first and turn them inside out.

Then you can make sure the seams have been flattened to avoid unnecessary chafing.

Ensure that the provider removes any lint or little fluffs of fabric. So that you won&#;t get complaints from customers. If not, it can irritate the feet and have a bad impact on your reputation.

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Chapter 3: 15 Best Socks Materials You Must Know Before Buying Wholesale

What is the best material for athletic socks?

What is the best sock material for sweaty feet?

You must know the answer to those mentioned above and many more related questions to offer your customers what they are looking for.

But, to offer desirable socks to your customers, you must know about the different socks material available in the market.

Here&#;s a breakdown of different sock materials that are most common in the market, along with some advantages and disadvantages for each.

1. Common cotton

Thinking common cotton is 100% pure? Well, it&#;s a myth. Because a pure cotton sock would lose elasticity, get shrink and fall immediately. To avoid this, a small proportion of polyester, nylon or acrylic is added to socks to make them absorbable and wearable.

However, if you want to resolve the sweat problem of your customers, it&#;s best to avoid common cotton and get them bamboo or polyester cotton socks from the best suppliers in China.

Let&#;s have a look at the pros and cons of common cotton socks material:

Pros:

• Lightweight
• Does not fade colour
• Machine washable

Cons:

• Not suitable for sweaty feet
• Will gain weight when wet

2. Combed cotton

Combed cotton is used in the production of high-quality fabrics. Combed cotton socks are durable, smoother, clearer, and firmer. Because those prickling fibers are removed during combing&#; making it great for people with sensitive skin.

The only disadvantage is that it&#;s expensive than regular cotton, because it is frequently used for high-quality fabrics with high thread counts. Let&#;s have a look at the pros and cons of Combed cotton socks material:

Pros:

• Durable and stronger
• Soft material
• Suitable for sensitive skin
• Non-synthetics

Cons:

• Expensive

3. Mercerized cotton

Mercerized cotton is a biodegradable material made by mercerization, which alters the cotton structure of socks to absorb dyes effectively.

After the mercerizing process, it becomes shinier and more substantial than regular cotton. Compared to combed cotton, it has a more beautiful, silk-like luster.

If your customer wants to get something formally fit for business ventures, then mercerized cotton socks are ideal for them.

Pros:

• Better color absorption
• Suitable for formal situations
• Silky luster
• Comfortable

Cons:

• Expensive due to mercerization
• Get shrink in water

4. Cashmere

Cashmere is made from a goat&#;s coat, which is similar to wool. Often, people get mistaken because of quality equilibrium. Cashmere socks give you more comfort than wool. In cold weather, cashmere reduces thermal bridges, keeping the feet warm.

Cashmere wool can withstand temperatures as low as 40 degrees Fahrenheit. Cashmere is known as the &#;fiber of kings&#; because it is scarce and luxurious. Let&#;s have a look at the pros and cons of Cashmere socks material:

Pros:

• Cushioning
• Suitable for cold weather
• Comfortable

Cons:

• Delicate
• Requires hand washing

5. Bamboo

Here we have the most demanded socks across the globe, Bamboo socks. Bamboo socks are made of organic bamboo material, making them fiber and economical. The most persuasive fact in bamboo socks is that it is 40% better absorbent than cotton.

It flicks away the sweat and keeps the feet dry and odor-free. Bamboo socks material features anti-bacterial qualities, making it an ideal choice for your customer with sensitive skin.

Pros:

• Best for any season
• Lightweight
• Incredible absorbent
• Breathable
• Durable

Cons:

• A little overpriced

6. Silk

Silk is a natural protein fiber, and these socks are made of mulberry silk. The shimmering appearance of silk fiber comes from how it refracts light from various angles.

It is popular in many markets because its comfortability, and it suits for many different former occasion. Most women bought it for wearing leather shoes, because the skin-color silk socks can be invisible.

It&#;s also thin enough to help you feel cool even in the hot summer. Let&#;s have a look at the pros and cons of silk socks material:

Pros:

• Comfortable
• Thin
• Shiny
• Wicks away moisture
• Maintains shape

Cons:

• Expensive
• Difficult to wash
• Delicate
• Easily broken

7. Wool

Wool is a fiber obtained from sheep and is the second most common material used in the production of socks. It&#;s a very natural material that feels great against the skin and is widely regarded as one of the best-performing fabrics in the market today.

Most customers wear this socks when the weather is getting colder. And many people who live in the high attitude areas would like to buy it before the winter.

Let&#;s have a look at the pros and cons of wool socks material:

Pros:

• Prevents moisture
• Incredible insulator
• Does not get wrinkles
• Does not bleed colors

Cons:

• Could be itchy
• Bulky
• Not for warm weather

8. Merino wool

Here we have another wool for you that comes from New Zealand and offers your customer extra luxurious features like softer, durable, odour repellent, breathable, and an excellent heat insulator.

It is ideal for any adventure, no matter what season it is. Each fiber helps to regulate body temperature, transport sweat as vapor, and eliminate odors naturally.

Let&#;s have a look at the pros and cons of merino wool socks material:

Pros:

• Wrinkle resistant
• Repel odor
• Soft and comfortable
• Biodegradable product

Cons:

• Hand washing is needed
• Develop holes

9. Viscose rayon

Viscose Rayon is a human-made fiber, but it&#;s not synthetic. Unlike most other human-made fibers, these socks are made of wood and natural animal products.

Rayon was created to mimic the feel of other natural fibers such as cotton, wool, and silk. Viscose Rayon is frequently mixed with other fibers.

Even though viscose is a human-made fiber, it offers incredible comfort to most other socks material. China is offering the best deals in viscose rayon.

Let&#;s have a look at its pros and cons.

Pros:

• Comfortable
• Great absorbent
• Economic
• Soft
• Biodegradable raw material

Cons:

• Synthetic
• Shrinks easily

10. Polyester

Polyester is a man-made synthetic material that combines acid and alcohol in a chemical reaction. Polyester is robust and durable due to its human-made characteristics.

While polyester isn&#;t always the best material for socks, it can be a tremendous athletic sock when combined with other materials and used in a well-designed sock. Polyester socks have high demands for athletes.

Let&#;s have a look at the pros and cons of polyester socks material:

Pros:

• Easy to add colour
• Machine washable
• Durable
• Strain resistant

Cons:

• Not a good absorbent
• Could cause bacterial fungi
• Not biodegradable

11. Nylon

Nylon is a synthetic material that, like polyester, is created through a chemical reaction involving an acid. This chemical reaction results in a crystallized substance, which is then heated and shaped into nylon fibers.

Nylon socks are incredibly durable, so your customer will get a lot of use out of them. Fortunately, China offers a wide variety of nylon socks at excellent prices.

Let&#;s have a look at the pros and cons of nylon socks material:

Pros:

• Stretchable
• Lightweight
• Durable
• Economic

Cons:

• Not breathable
• Non-biodegradable

12. Acrylic

Acrylic is another man-made synthetic fabric first developed as a wool substitute. Acrylic is a fossil-fuel-based fiber created by combining petroleum and coal-based chemicals.

Acrylic fibers are also mixed with sheep wool and cashmere to make lightweight, warm, and soft socks. It comes in various thread counts which making it suitable for a wide range of applications, including clothing, furniture, wigs, and more.

Let&#;s have a look at the pros and cons of acrylic socks material:

Pros:

• Easy to clean
• Wicks away moisture
• Almost looks like a wool
• Cheaper than cashmere

Cons:

• Suffocating
• Flammable product

13. Polypropylene

Polypropylene is probably not the first material that comes to mind when thinking of what are socks made of. Because of its waterproof properties, this fabric is becoming more popular in the production of socks.

It&#;s a plastic-based synthetic material that&#;s exceptionally durable and stain-resistant. Polypropylene socks wick away sweat and dry quickly, which can keep your feet warm and dry. Polypropylene can be found in sports socks.

Let&#;s have a look at the pros and cons of Polypropylene socks material:

Pros:

• Water-resistant
• Long-lasting
• Breathable
• Does not fade colours

Cons:

• Pill sometimes

14. Tencel

Tencel, also known as lyocell, is a cellulose fiber made from wood pulp, similar to rayon. Lyocell is softer than cotton because it has a very smooth surface. It&#;s an excellent material for socks because it&#;s soft and luxurious.

Tencel socks are an excellent choice for your customer having sweaty feet or sensitive skin because of their moisture-absorbent solid ability.

Let&#;s have a look at the pros and cons of Tencel socks material:

Pros:

• Lightweight and comfortable
• Breathable
• Cost-effective
• Biodegradable
• Pliable and wrinkle-free
• Long-lasting

Cons:

• Expensive
• Blendable with other fabrics

15. Spandex

Spandex is a polyurethane-based synthetic fiber that is known for its exceptional elasticity. Spandex first gained popularity as a fabric for women&#;s underwear and hosiery, but it wasn&#;t long before it made shirts, dresses, pants, socks, and other items.

Unfortunately, Spandex is difficult to recycle, and its fibers flake off and end up in oceans and streams, causing microplastic pollution.

Let&#;s have a look at the pros and cons of Spandex socks material:

Pros:

• Snug-fit
• Wicks moisture
• Resilient
• Good elasticity
• Light and durable

Cons:

• Non-organic material
• Against environment

Chapter 4: FAQs About Socks Wholesale

1. How to choose socks for my wholesale business?

It depends completely on what customers you are going to sell your socks to and related attributes. Socks come in a variety of materials, as well as designs, shapes, and sizes.

If you want to become successful while selling socks online, you should do good research about your target audience. In this way, you&#;ll get to know what kind of length, thickness, and weight of socks you should buy.

2. Why is the sock wholesale business popular now?

Nowadays, many people are selling socks online, and it still has good potential for new companies. The sock wholesale business are popular not only because they have low wholesale price, but also customers nowadays consider it as an accessory.

People have a sensitive feeling about choosing socks and like to show their personality with these socks. They always choose colorful and fashionable socks.

3. Which socks material is suitable for making winter socks?

A sock consisting of shearling, IsoWool, fleece, wool, or a related synthetic material should be worn in cold weather.

They can not only keep your feet warm, but also these socks do not lose their insulating capabilities when wet (due to heavy sweat from the feet). So that they are ideal for winter usage.

Conclusion

Nobody wants to buy a pair of socks that will wear out soon or grow holes. Therefore, choosing the best socks material and avoiding the worst sock fabric types is important for your socks business.

We hope now that you know about different sock materials, and how to decide which socks material is best for your business. If you want to source high-quality socks material from China, EJET Sourcing can help you find the best place for buying in bulk.

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