Men's socks

Fabric and comfort

For trainers - no-show and low-cut socks. For winter and work boots - heavier styles with wool or terry in the foot.

Composition matters for durability: pure cotton wears through faster at the heel and toe, which is why good socks contain a few per cent of polyamide and elastane. Elastane is also what stops the sock sliding down to the ankle during the day.

Look at the welt. Too tight and it leaves a deep mark on the calf; if you are prone to swelling, styles with a wide, soft welt and no elastic are better. A flat toe seam prevents rubbing over long distances.

The collection holds classic, sports and winter socks and multipacks in sizes 39 to 47. Wash at 40 degrees, inside out. Free delivery over PLN 199, 14-day returns.

The second question is composition. Combed cotton is smoother and more durable than standard cotton, wool keeps you warm even when damp, bamboo is cool to the touch, and polyamide in the mix makes the heel and toe more resistant to wear. For long days on your feet, choose styles with terry looping underfoot.

Which style to choose

The collection covers 134 items of men's socks, including the Cerber, Milena, Legs and Rajan lines. You will find classic styles for a suit, sports versions with terry, and winter socks in a heavier knit.

Start with the height. Ankle styles are versatile and work in trainers, standard-length socks come just above the ankle and are worn day to day, and higher mid-calf socks go with a suit - they leave no skin showing when you cross your legs.

If you are stocking up, it pays to stay with one style in several pairs. Identical pairs are easier to match after washing, and when one sock disappears the rest still make up pairs - a small thing that genuinely shortens the time spent sorting the drawer.

What to look out for

The toe finish matters too: a flat join does not press on your nails inside narrow shoes. The welt elastic should hold the sock on the leg without leaving a mark on the calf.

How to choose your size

Warm styles for winter are gathered in wool socks, and short versions for low shoes in no-show socks. Sizes are given as ranges - check the size chart.