When men think of boot socks, they visualize hiking and handyman pursuits. In their case, we consider "boot socks" to be hardy and able to counteract foot shock. Not so with the distaff. Here, boot socks become a fashion statement in addition to their more utilitarian functions. In this spirit, our womens boot sock collection is much more colorful and design-oriented than those for the guys. Nonetheless, knowledge of a couple of technical aspects is important.

In terms of fiber selection extrafine merino is the favorite by a small margin for its wicking and cushioning properties. Cotton socks do not wick moisture and, once wet, will remain wet until the socks are removed. This should be a consideration as most boots tend to retain heat. Cotton also loses its ability to cushion foot shock when wet. Additionally, merino wool is a great temperature regulator and will not get cold when wet.

All top-quality luxury socks should be laundered in cold water and dried without heat for the best longevity. A dryer is acceptable if used on the no-heat "fluff" setting.