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Why Your Socks Should Match Your Pants

Socks can be the make-or-break part of your ensemble. Sure, the suit, shirt, and tie are important, and you need to pick out shoes to wear over the socks, but those other items aren’t nearly as crucial (unless you are trying to decide on a quality bow tie). When deciding on your socks, there are two vastly different routes you can go down: whacky and mis-matched to your outfit, or matching and subtle, but with the right amount of pop. We can’t give you any advice if you choose to go down the route of the former, but if you do choose to match, we have some tips for why it’s good to go with your pants, not your shoes...

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Why Your Socks Should Go Above the Calf

For years, you gentleman (and ladies, perhaps) have probably stuck with the old go-tos when it came to socks: no show athletic, ankle or mid-calf athletic, wool, and that worn-out dress pair your mom made you wear to church or weddings you didn’t want to go to. Now that you’re here, it seems like you are aiming to step up your style game, and starting at the foot and ankle is a good choice. You may be looking for socks that are just a bit longer than what you’re used to, going to about mid-to-top calf. Well, folks, that’s great, but you’re looking for the wrong thing. When it comes to stylish dress socks, you are looking for socks that...

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Proper Dress Sock Etiquette

Dress socks are not just to be worn with your suit anymore. With the numerous styles and colors being developed everyday, socks are one of the clothing items you can utilize with any outfit to make it your own. As one of our specialties, the Wits and Beaux team wants to give you some tips on how to best wear your socks to make your next outfit truly pop. Afterward, we suggest you browse our selection and pick out a few pairs because, as you’ll see, variety is key! Dress Socks Should Be Thin Wool socks are great for early morning hunts or trudging through a snowstorm. They keep your feet warm and dry, which is great when the circumstances...

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Defy Convention with Stylish Dress Socks

Unfortunately, professional business attire has taken on a drab style. People are gravitating towards deep navy or black suits with plain button downs and nondescript ties. We understand that many employers have come to regard this style as industry-standard. It’s expected that you leave your personality at home, at least as far as your personal style is concerned. After all, nothing establishes trust in a professional environment like a well-groomed, sharp looking employee. At Wits & Beaux, we believe it’s time to reclaim your style and want to help you show it off, at least subtly. Our Dress Socks We carry a full line of top-quality dress socks, featuring bright colors and vibrant patterns. You may be required to wear...

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