Introducing Our New Midweight Merino Wool Socks

Substance Meets Style

There are few things in menswear quite as satisfying as finding that perfect balance between form and function. A well-worn pair of jeans, a handsome pair of leather boots, or a favorite wool sweater all have their place in a thoughtfully assembled wardrobe. They're comfortable, versatile, and, perhaps most importantly, get better with repeated wear.

Boardroom Socks was built on the happy medium of socks that are just as comfortable beneath a tailored suit as they are with a pair of chinos. But we've also heard from customers looking for something with a touch more weight, and the same attention to quality that's gone into our traditional dress socks for men.

We listened.

Meet our new midweight merino wool socks, a slightly more substantial take on a familiar favorite, designed to bridge the gap between refined dress socks and thick, chunky boot socks.

What Makes Our Midweight Merino Wool Socks Different?

Our midweight socks are knit in North Carolina from a custom blend of 80% merino wool, 19% nylon, and 1% spandex. Merino wool has long been one of our favorite materials for good reason. It's naturally breathable, helps regulate temperature, and manages moisture, making it an excellent choice whether you're spending the day at the office or heading out for the weekend.

The nylon adds durability, while a touch of spandex helps the socks retain their shape. It's a combination designed to deliver comfort without sacrificing the qualities that make a great pair of socks worth wearing in the first place.

But the fabric blend is only part of the story.

Our traditional dress socks are knit on 168-needle machines, producing the fine, smooth fabric that's become something of a Boardroom hallmark. For these, we've gone in a different direction. Using an 84-needle machine and heavier yarns, we've created a thicker, more substantial sock that offers a little extra warmth and texture without wandering into heavyweight hiking sock territory.

To achieve that added weight, we twisted together two strands of our regular merino wool yarn. The result is a midweight sock that feels noticeably different from our traditional offerings while retaining the softness and breathability of merino.

A Little Texture Goes a Long Way

I've written before about how some of the best details in menswear are the ones you only notice when you look a little closer. Our new midweight socks are a fine example.

Each pair features a classic 4x2 ribbed knit, adding subtle texture while helping the socks stay comfortably in place throughout the day. But we've also had a little fun with the colors.

Our solid navy socks use two strands of our traditional navy yarn, creating a rich, versatile foundation. The other three colorways feature what's known as a marl, a technique that twists together two different colored yarns to create a subtle, heathered appearance.

We've paired brown with light brown, navy with denim, and grey heather with black. The resulting colors have a little more visual depth than a traditional solid sock, but remain understated enough to work with just about anything in your wardrobe.

And because we couldn't resist adding one more detail, we've finished the top half-inch of each sock with a contrasting color. Burnt orange accents the navy and navy/denim versions, light grey finishes the black/grey combination, and olive adds a subtle touch of color to the brown marl.

It's not quite a secret handshake for the well-dressed gentleman, but it's a nice little detail nonetheless.

As with all our socks, we've also reinforced the heels and toes with an additional strand of yarn for improved durability. After all, a handsome pair of socks isn't worth much if it can't stand up to regular wear.

How Should You Wear Midweight Merino Wool Socks?

Here's where things get particularly interesting.

The beauty of a midweight sock is that it occupies a rather useful middle ground. Traditional dress socks are excellent with tailored clothing and sleeker footwear, while heavier boot socks have their place when the weather turns particularly nasty. But there's plenty of room between those two extremes.

Our new midweight merino socks are substantial enough to complement a pair of leather Chelsea boots or suede chukkas, yet refined enough to wear with loafers, sneakers, or even your favorite pair of dress shoes, provided there's a little room to spare.

They're particularly well suited to the heavier fabrics that make fall and winter dressing so enjoyable. Think flannel trousers, corduroys, heavyweight chinos, or a well-worn pair of raw denim jeans.

As for color, there's no need to overcomplicate things. Navy and the black/grey marl are natural companions to grey trousers or dark denim. Brown looks particularly handsome with olive chinos, while the navy/denim marl is an easy choice for more casual outfits.

And while the contrasting cuff adds a little personality, the overall effect remains subtle. These aren't socks that demand attention. They're the sort that reward it.

Are Midweight Merino Wool Socks Worth Adding to Your Wardrobe?

One of the great pleasures of building a wardrobe is finding pieces that work across a variety of settings. A favorite pair of boots shouldn't be limited to one outfit, and a good pair of socks shouldn't be relegated to a single occasion.

That's precisely what we had in mind with our new midweight merino wool socks. They're a little thicker than our traditional dress socks, a little more textured, and just casual enough to feel at home with your favorite weekend clothes. But they're still unmistakably Boardroom, with the same quality materials, thoughtful construction, and attention to detail that have defined our socks from the beginning.

Whether you're heading into the office, enjoying a weekend away, or simply breaking in a new pair of jeans, there's a good chance these will find their way into your regular rotation.

And really, isn't that the mark of a great addition to your wardrobe?

Thanks for reading.

Yours in Style,

Tony Gorga
Boardroom Socks