Helping Your FITS Go The Extra Mile

Helping Your FITS Go The Extra Mile - FITS®

August 08, 2018

Socks. They seem simple enough, right? There are two of them, one for each foot. You put them on at the beginning of the day, and take them off at the end of the day. Throw them in the washer, then you probably throw them in the dryer. Once that’s done, you repeat that cycle until they’re completely worn out.

This actually doesn’t sound wrong, and it’s probably how most of us take care of our socks. But what if we told you there is another care process, and that if you follow the simple steps below, your socks will hold their shape and color, and last longer? Would you do it? We hope you do!

Step 1: Turn Socks Inside Out Before Washing. All FITS socks are made with the best wool in the world, which means they’re extremely durable. However, like any wool or fabric, it can "pill" (those annoying fuzz balls that form), which will cause abrasion. By simply turning your socks inside out before washing, it will significantly reduce the chance of pilling.

Step 2: Wash in Cool or Cold Water. Socks can be cute, but they aren’t humans, and they certainly don’t like warm baths. Why? We thought you might ask. High heat and hot water actually breaks down the color dye and causes shrinkage. So, if you want you keep your green socks from turning brown, and not have to give your kids shrunken socks, keep them away from hot water! Oh, and never bleach your socks.

Step 3: Hang Dry. Just like hot water, when wool socks for women and wool socks for men, and other garments are exposed to high heat in a dryer they will shrink. After washing, our socks will have a similar characteristic as your favorite jeans. They will appear small and feel snug, but will wear and relax into their normal size. We suggest a good old-fashioned hang dry using clothespins. If you still want to dry your socks in a drying machine, keep them turned inside out, tumble dry on low, and use one of our sock bags to keep all your socks in one place!

For any additional questions about our socks and care, reach out to our amazing product specialist team at 888-421-3487 or help@fitssock.com.

Sock Sizing

The Perfect Fit Starts With the Right Size.

Your sock size shouldn’t be a guessing game. Our socks range from small to double XL, but the best way to know the perfect fit for you is to match your shoe size to the chart on the left. That way, you’ll know the size you select will give you the fit and feel you expect.

Between sizes? Go with your gut, but rest assured that your socks will still fit great. If you receive your order and find yourself wishing you’d gone up or down a size, just let us know. We’ll happily send you replacements for your preferred size.

Concerned about laundry mix-ups? All FITS® socks are coordinated by color and size, based on the colors you see on the size chart. So, you won’t have to worry about mixing up your sizes with the other FITS® wearers in your home. (But stray socks mysteriously going missing in the dryer? Unfortunately, we can’t help with that.)

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How Do You Determine Sock Size?

Sock sizes are typically measured in inches, not by your shoe size. So, a sock size 6-8 will comfortably fit someone whose feet are between six and eight inches long. However, at FITS®, we make it easy for you to choose the ideal sock size without having to measure your foot. Simply use our sock size conversion chart based on your shoe size to select the right fit for you.

How Do You Measure Your Foot for Socks?

To measure your foot for socks, measure the length from the heel of your foot to the tip of your longest toe. The measurement in inches correlates to your sock size. For example, if your foot is 10 inches long, a sock size 9-11 should fit you comfortably. At FITS®, you can skip this step and find your sock size based on your shoe size using our conversion chart.

What Is the Sock Size Conversion?

The sock size conversion refers to sock size compared to shoe size. While all companies may vary slightly on which size socks to purchase based on your shoe size, you can always measure your foot to find the right fit for you.

What is Sock Size to Shoe Size?

Because sock sizes are determined by the length of your foot in inches vs. your shoe size, shoe and sock sizes differ. The FITS® sock size to shoe size conversion is as follows:

FITS® Sock Size Small = Shoe Size 3½ - 5½ men’s and 5 - 7 women’s
FITS® Sock Size Medium = Shoe Size 6 - 8 men’s and 7½ - 9½ women’s
FITS® Sock Size Large = Shoe Size 8½ - 10 men’s and 10 - 11½ women’s
FITS® Sock Size Extra Large = Shoe Size 10½ - 12½ men’s and 12 - 14 women’s
FITS® Sock Size Double-Extra Large = 13 - 15½ men’s and 14½ - 16½ women’s

Knowing this makes it easy to choose the ideal sock size based on your shoe size without measuring your foot.

What Age is Sock Size 9-12?

Sock sizes typically don’t correlate with age. For kids, age can be a general indicator of what size sock they’ll need, but everyone is different. An adult sock size 9-12 fits anyone whose feet are approximately nine to twelve inches long. For kids’ sock sizing, check with the company to find exact details to ensure your little one gets the perfect fit.

Got more questions about finding the perfect sock size for you? Let’s talk.

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