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A business sock or dress sock is a term for a dark-colored sock (typically black or navy blue) for formal or casual footwear. It is often loosely referred to as a work sock or a formal sock for formal occasions, for example, weddings, funerals, graduation ceremonies, prom, church, or work. Crew socks are short and thick or thin everyday socks.
They are white and worn ankle-length or collected at the ankle, instead of being rolled up fully extended on the leg. The term is derived from the socks being worn "bobbed", meaning around the ankle. [1] The popularity of bobby socks among young American women in the 1940s led to this demographic being popularly referred to as "bobby soxers". [2]
Wearing socks and sandals together is a controversial fashion combination and social phenomenon that is discussed in various countries and cultures. In some places it is considered a fashion faux pas .
Also known as half-stockings, trouser socks, or socks. Matte: Stockings which have a dull or non-lustre finish. Mock seam: A false seam sewn into the back of a seamless stocking. Nude heel: Stockings without reinforcement in the heel area. Opaque: Stockings made of yarn which give them a heavier appearance (usually 40 denier or greater).
Saucony / ˈ s ɔː k ən i / is an American brand of athletic footwear and apparel.Founded in 1898, the company is owned by Wolverine World Wide.Products commercialised by Saucony include footwear and clothing ranges, such as athletic shoes, jackets, hoodies, T-shirts, sweatpants, shorts, and socks.
Even the Egyptians are speculated to have used hosiery, as socks have been found in certain tombs. Close-up photograph of knitted nylon hosiery. Most hosiery garments are made by knitting methods. Modern hosiery is usually tight-fitting by virtue of stretchy fabrics and meshes. Older forms include binding to achieve a tight fit.
The partial remains of a British climber who disappeared on Mount Everest 100 years ago are believed to have finally been found. On Friday, National Geographic reported that one of their ...
Compression stockings (Flight Socks, Support Bandage) are a specialized hosiery designed to help prevent the occurrence of, and guard against further progression of, venous disorders [1] such as edema, phlebitis and thrombosis. Compression stockings are elastic compression garments worn around the leg, compressing the limb. This reduces the ...