A growing list of our favourite Australian and New Zealand sock brands
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Words by Elly Shinkfield
A pair of socks for every occasion.
When it comes to building an outfit, socks can almost feel like an afterthought. While they’re something you wear more often than not (like underwear), it’s easy to opt for fast fashion over spending a little extra for something well-made.
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We’re here to tell you socks do matter, and investing in a high-quality pair made by a local label can make all the difference. Fortunately, there are several Australian and New Zealand brands consciously creating socks for every shoe (and occasion). Here are some of our favourites.
Paire
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Paire is dedicated to creating socks that feel good not only for the wearer but also for the planet, using sustainable blends of Australian merino wool, organic cotton and Tencel to ensure ultimate comfort and performance. Its small collection of minimalistic designed, high-quality socks ranges from no-show socks to compression socks, with a variety of colours to choose from.
Lafitte
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Australian brand Lafitte believes socks are a ‘top drawer item that can make or break an outfit’ – and we couldn’t agree more. Offering a range of eclectic patterns and Australian motif prints as well as basic colours and styles, Lafitte ensures comfort for all Australian feet.
McIntyre Merino
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McIntire was born out of a need for a colourful, high-quality and accessible knitwear brand. After spending a year living and working on the family sheep farm, the duo behind McIntyre developed a love for merino wool and its soft, comfortable feel. Expanding into a range of 100 per cent natural, biodegradable Australian merino wool accessories, McIntire offers a variety of coloured crew socks to choose from.
Collective Closets
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Melbourne-based slow fashion label Collective Closets has brought back its vibrant socks for another season. Inspired by the colours of their well-loved shuka fabric – red, navy and purple plaid – these socks are the perfect way to accessorise any outfit.
Verner
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Naarm-based fashion label Verner, founded by Ingrid Verner, has designed an eclectic pair of crew-cut socks made from 100 per cent cotton. Featuring its shadow spot print and Verner logo in two colourways, this sock is the perfect new addition to your collection.
Boody
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Sydney-based everyday basics brand Boody was born from a passion to create a simpler, more sustainable wardrobe. Boody aims to ensure comfort for both the wearer and the planet through simple designs, sustainable materials and manufacturing. The brand offers a variety of basic designs made from organically grown bamboo to ensure the socks are comfortable, breathable and soft for everyday wear.
Maggie Marilyn
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New Zealand sustainable fashion brand Maggie Marilyn offers a small selection of socks available in four colours: white, ballerina pink, black and red, all featuring the distinctive Maggie Marilyn logo. The socks are made from organic cotton and elastane and align with the brand’s commitment to a sustainable fashion future.
Nico
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Nico is an Australian-made intimates brand with a minimalist approach to design. With fashion and function in mind, Nico offers recycled cotton socks in white, grey and black and in two different lengths.
Humphrey Law
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Founded in 1947, Humphrey Law is one of Australia’s longest-standing sock brands. Labelled as the ‘sock specialists’, Humphrey Law is all about comfort. The socks are made from predominantly wool and cotton and come in a wide variety of colours, patterns and lengths to fit any occasion.
Penny Sage
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New Zealand label Penny Sage offers a small selection of socks made by two local brands: Penny Socks and Baserange. Minimalistic and über-soft, the styles are made from natural merino wool and cotton blends.
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