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How Often Should You Replace Socks?

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Used as rags, taken by dryers and walked all over — They undergo a lot, but when have they undergone enough? Learn when to replace socks at Goodly!
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Source: mariesacha/Shutterstock.com Socks should be used to keep your feet warm and dry, cushion your steps and showcase your style. However, they are also the hardest worked and most overlooked article of clothing in your wardrobe. They are used for rags, eaten up by washers and dryers unbeknownst to us and walked all over (literally). When it comes to asking how often you should be replacing your socks, we first need to ask… how long do socks actually last? How long your socks will actually last will of course depend on a number of factors. These include: what your socks are made of What your socks are made of will also have a major impact on their lifespan, as materials like cotton, polyester, bamboo and spandex tend to hold up longer than other materials when used in combination. what type of socks they are Styles like crew socks tend to last longer thanks to how easy they are to pull on, as do knee highs thanks to their added thickness and quality. Styles like no-shows, on the other hand, pose the risk of ripping, stretching and thinning more quickly; plus, they can lead to your shoes rubbing back of ankle, which is quite uncomfortable. how you care for your socks Knowing how to take care of socks will make a major difference when it comes to their lifespan. These efforts include turning your socks inside out before washing, tumble drying on low or laying flat to dry, and skipping the traditional balling method when it comes to storage and knowing how to fold socks instead! how you wear your socks How you wear your socks, for instance wearing them comfortably and casually at home vs. wearing them to work for long periods in rough shoes or on rough surfaces, will have a major impact as well. How often you wear them makes a big difference, too. If you're someone who buys average quality socks and doesn’t overwear them, your socks should last somewhere from 4-7 months. If you wear your work socks hard though, you may see them go before their time — anywhere from 3-5 months. If you wear your casual and fun crew socks at home in the evenings and treat them nicely, expect your socks to last possibly years! how often should you replace your socks? While how often you replace your socks will depend on all of the factors listed above, most people will fall into close categories due to normal wear standards and normal sock standards. In this sense, socks should be replaced when heel and toe areas start to become thin, when major staining occurs or when elasticity has decreased enough to make them fall down often. Along with how long they will LAST, though, other factors will affect this answer as well, such as the dryer stealing the matches to pairs, affordability and the sake of feeling fresh and clean. Because of this, you may want to consider replacing your socks every 3-6 months — a little bit before they actually need to be replaced. Not only will this keep your wardrobe and self feeling fresh and clean, but it will allow you to keep your favorite funny socks for special occasions around and in good condition by using them less in rotations thanks to frequent new pairs. If you don’t feel right about getting rid of socks in decent shape, consider donating them to a worthy cause! Browse Our Knee Slapping Funny Socks what socks should you get next? Special styles like socks for sweaty feet and features like wide calf and compression will be worthwhile investments if you want to keep the best socks stocked up in your wardrobe at all times. This is thanks to the fact that these types of socks are mindfully designed. For instance, any of the best socks for sweaty feet will incorporate materials like bamboo in order to keep them fresh, crisp, free of pilling and free of odor for their lifespan. Similarly, features like wide calf and compression will see stronger stretch in order to keep your socks from deforming, fading and losing life too soon. So even though you should still consider replacing them every 3-6 months, you’ll actually love them for the entire time. it’s about giving your socks the best life, not the longest No matter what socks suit you best or how long you can make them live, you’ll still want to let a variety of styles fill your wardrobe to ensure you're wearing the best socks for every ensemble and occasion — which ultimately is what will make them last the longest, look the best and always feel the best!