CO
Soft and comfortable
Combed Cotton
Combed cotton is widely used for daily, dress, children’s and promotional socks. It is usually mixed with other fibres to add stretch and strength.
Commonly used forDaily socks, crew socks and patterned socks
Raw materials
Choose the right yarn for your socks.
The yarn affects how a sock feels, fits, wears and washes. It also affects the price.
Yarn blends
Most socks use more than one fibre.
One fibre may provide softness or warmth. Another may add strength or stretch. We choose the blend based on the product requirements and target price.
OC
Soft natural fibre
Organic Cotton
Organic cotton is available for customers who require it. We confirm the yarn supply and supporting documents for each order.
Commonly used forDaily wear, baby socks and natural fibre products
BV
Smooth and soft
Bamboo Viscose
Bamboo viscose is often used in lightweight socks when a soft and smooth feel is needed.
Commonly used forDress socks, comfort socks and daily wear
MW
Warm and soft
Merino Wool
Merino wool is used for outdoor and winter socks. It is usually mixed with other fibres to add strength and stretch.
Commonly used forHiking, skiing, outdoor use and winter products
PA
Strong and lightweight
Nylon / Polyamide
Nylon can make socks stronger and more resistant to wear. It is often used in the heel, toe and other high-wear areas.
Commonly used forSports, outdoor, compression and work socks
PL
Durable and easy to colour
Polyester
Polyester is often used for sports, printed, promotional and lower-cost socks.
Commonly used forSports, printed, promotional and uniform socks
EA
Stretch and shape retention
Elastane
A small amount of elastane helps the sock stretch, fit the foot and keep its shape.
Commonly used forMost fitted sock styles
RC
Available for selected products
Recycled Options
We can check recycled yarn options based on the design, quantity, price and document requirements.
Commonly used forProducts that require recycled fibres
Choosing a material
We ask four simple questions.
- 01Who will wear the socks?
Age, climate and activity help us choose a starting material.
- 02How will the socks be used?
Sports, winter, work and daily wear need different yarn blends.
- 03How should the socks feel?
The sample lets you check the softness, thickness, stretch and texture.
- 04What is the target price?
The price helps us choose a suitable material and construction.
Confirming the final material
We confirm the fibre percentages, yarn, colours and available documents before production. Availability may depend on the yarn, colour, quantity and order date.
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Need help choosing a yarn?
Tell us how the socks will be used, how they should feel and your target price. We can suggest suitable options.
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