The Definitive Guide to Socks

Socks get a bad rap. They may not have the architectural impact of a tailored suit, the drama of a wonderful overcoat, or the easy charm of a perfect pair of jeans, but they can still be cool, luxurious, stylish. They can even be—dare we say—great. That is to say, socks are more important than you may think. Even when you can't see them, they're doing a job. And if they're doing that job badly, you'll feel it. One could even argue that, sartorially speaking, there are few things worse than an ill-chosen sock. But there's a whole lot more to this journey than finding a great everyday option, so let's dive in.

View in Browser  SHOP EXCLUSIVE SUBSCRIBE The Definitive Guide to Socks Socks get a bad rap. They may not have the architectural impact of a tailored suit, the drama of a wonderful overcoat, or the easy charm of a perfect pair of jeans, but they can still be cool, luxurious, stylish. They can even be—dare we say—great. That is to say, socks are more important than you may think. Even when you can't see them, they're doing a job. And if they're doing that job badly, you'll feel it. One could even argue that, sartorially speaking, there are few things worse than an ill-chosen sock. But there's a whole lot more to this journey than finding a great everyday option, so let's dive in. Read More How Many Oysters Is Too Many Oysters to Order on a First Date? We asked the man behind Tusk Bar in Manhattan the deal. Read More Gear, Home Goods, and Menswear—Huckberry's Sale Has it All These discounts couldn't be more random and we love that. Read More Merrick Garland Has One Last Chance to Validate His Tenure as Attorney General For Attorney General Merrick Garland, in the matter of the once and future president, I guess this counts as an act of reckless abandon. As for the report on the Pool Shed Papers, the questionable interference (again) by Judge Aileen Cannon has monkey-wrenched that for the moment (assuming, of course, there isn't a Daniel Ellsberg tucked away in the Department of Justice somewhere). But frankly, I am more interested in the report on the previous administration's complicity in the 2021 insurrection than I am about the Pool Shed Papers. And at least for now, some Congress critters will see the latter, so the odds on some of that report leaking just went up. Read More Is 'American Primeval' the First Great Taylor Sheridan Competitor? The Western series, starring Taylor Kitsch, is a violent and thrilling portrayal of Utah's Mountain Meadows Massacre. Read More How to Help Those Impacted by the Wildfires in L.A. At least three blazes threaten the Southern California city. Read More 13 Best Hoodies to Wear Anywhere and Everywhere Today the hooded sweatshirt has gone fully mainstream. Not only is it available in every conceivable color, fabric, size, and print, but you can buy one for anywhere from $30 to $3,000. From breathable, workout-oriented options done up in the best technical fabrics to beefy, ultra-comfortable takes for serious lounging and versions you can wear to the office, there's a hoodie out there for everyone—a cozy style ranging from athletic to elegant, from a laundry-day fallback to a thousand-dollar luxury piece. There are so many hoodies out there that narrowing it down to the 13 best ones we tested and tried wasn't easy, but friends, we did it for you. Read More Follow Us Unsubscribe | Privacy Notice | CA Notice at Collection Esquire is a publication of Hearst Magazines. ©2025 Hearst Magazine Media, Inc. All Rights Reserved. This email was sent by Hearst Magazines, 300 West 57th Street, New York, NY 10019-3779