Apr
I sent the message that talked about the socks a few days back - I happened to check out Gilt today and lucky me, Happy Socks in the colors I was specifically looking for. Score one for the home team, especially because I get to use my $25 credit.
http://www.gilt.com/sale/men/socks-356/product/57595269
Good deal. Everyone might want to check out Gilt’s socks page, even if you’re not a fan of Happy Socks, as they have other offerings, too.
And if anyone still needs an invite to Gilt, just click here. (Disclosure, it’s a referral link and I think I get Gilt credit if you buy something.)
Mar
Re: WIWT: 03-29-2011
Props to the outfit - a black knit would have been nice as well. Makes me want to go to TheTieBar.com and pick up every color of knit tie they have. Wanted to ask though where you scored those lavender socks? I'm looking for some pastels for this S/S. BB has some but I found they're too thick for S/S. I also saw Cole Haan has some but haven't tried them on yet.
Great blog - keep up the terrific work.
Thanks. I hadn’t considered a black knit (although I do have one), because I usually think of only using it for evenings. Interestingly enough, I was thinking that any neutral-colored tie would work (grey glen plaids, etc.), but black completely slipped the mind. I’ll keep that stored for the future.
As for lavender socks, I got mine from Happy Socks, but they don’t seem to have that color on the site anymore. You could check Nordstrom Rack though, as I often have seen them for $5/pair. Also, Gilt occasionally has sales on their socks, too. If you’re willing to spend more per pair, then give dieworkwear’s post on socks a read for suggestions.
Aug
Happy Socks on Gilt today — My favorite fun socks are going to be featured on Gilt.com today. They’re being sold in packs of 3 for $19, which is about 33% off the regular price. The downside is that you don’t get to pick which three you get together in a pack.
If you don’t have a Gilt invite, then click here.
Aug
Happy Socks — I’m pretty sure that I first heard about Happy Socks from Put This On, but I could be wrong, as many other men’s style bloggers have preached this unisex hosiery online retailer for some time.
I finally took the plunge after suitsandboots mentioned they were 50% off if you bought ten pairs, meaning they clocked in at $5/pair plus free shipping. From the pictures, I was slightly worried they might not be long enough to wear in a dressy environment, but they do just fine.
Are these socks a “must buy”? No. If you’re finding yourself wanting to play it safer, then their bold, multi-colored approach might be a bit too flashy and progressive for you in a button-down office of white shirts and charcoal suits. But, even if you do find yourself in that environment every day, why not put a bit of color into your uniform?
I happen to think their one-color, fire-engine red socks are great for when you’re locked into that white/grey/black neutral world, but the blue and orange ones could work, too.
While it’s still summer and I’m going sockless 95% of the time, I’ve worn these socks a few times and they get the job done. Unfortunately, they’re no longer on sale, but keep them in mind for when they do drop the price again. Given that some places charge $15 and up per pair for argyle socks, $5-10 isn’t unreasonable for dress socks that’ll definitely be unique.
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