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What Color Socks to Pair with Blue Shoes?

Blue dress shoes aren't something you see every day but, when properly worn, they can certainly look sharp. This article explains how to stylishly incorporate blue shoes into your wardrobe, includi...

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A Guide to Patterned Dress Socks

Whether wool, cotton, silk, or even cashmere, socks and hosiery keep our feet comfortable and dry. Let’s consider the sock, though, as an accessory. How does one integrate them into a wardrobe? Mor...

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Socks with a Green Suit: Choosing the Right Pair

Whether for a springtime wedding or a sophisticated fall look, green suits are a little more complex than the standard blacks, blues and greys. Here, we'll discuss how to find the right socks to co...

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What Color Socks Go with Tan Suits?

Tan suits are ideal for spring and summer attire. With warm weather on the horizon, our editorial team shares recommended sock colors to pair with tan suits.

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What Color Socks for Burgundy Suit

You've got your sharp burgundy suit all set, but there's just one problem: what color socks are you supposed to wear? Matching socks to your burgundy suit is simple if you follow these color rules...

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Khaki Socks: From Casual to Sophisticated

Tony, our resident style guru, shares all the versatile ways to wear khaki socks. From casual weekend wear to elegant, sophisticated business attire, khaki socks have earned a place in every gentle...

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5 Socks that Pair Beautifully with a Brown Suit

Brown suiting is seriously underappreciated in menswear. While many gentlemen may find it to be a boring color, sometimes it is as simple as choosing the right pair of socks to pull the look together.

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The Ultimate Guide to Socks for Suits

Wondering which dress socks to wear with your suit? From sock length and color to style tips, this guide shares everything you need to know about dress socks with a suit.

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Regal and Refined: The Purple Sock's Place in the Contemporary Wardrobe

A purple sock, in solid, striped, or patterned signifies a certain sophistication and understanding of style. You’re next level. Confident. Regal. Purple is the color of kings, after all.