Alpaca Socks vs. Wool Socks: The Ultimate ShowdownIntroduction Hello, fellow cold-footed friends! Let's be honest; there's nothing quite as disappointing as icy toes, especially on those frosty winter mornings. For years, my feet served as unwilling ice blocks, victims of the biting cold despite my earnest efforts to keep them warm. A pile of socks, mostly wool, promised salvation but rarely del …

Alpaca wool mixed with microfibers is the best material for warm weather socks and it;'s the most effective combination for keeping feet dry, cool, and comfortable in the summer. Both Alpaca and man made microfibers like nylon and acrylic are individually moisture-wicking, but they are even more powerful when combined properly, enabling the movement of sweat to the outer surface of the s …

I had a small mountain of expiring points at Norwegian Air, so in August, my husband and I took our toddler to Norway. (She believes we went on holiday in Arendelle, the fictional queendom from Frozen.) It was not going to be varm on the fjords — the high would average 63 degrees — so I packed our bags with fall articles of clothing, including my most favorite socks.These boot socks come in a heat …

If you’re like me, you can’t wait for the first hint of fall to put on your favorite socks, however, this time of year, people are packing their socks away for Spring and Summer and their toes are out on display. More research is showing the importance of keeping those pig toes covered. People of all ages are donning alpaca socks in the warmer months and with good reason!Why do we even wear s …

We have been asked to address some common questions. In this series we will share reader questions with you and answers designed to keep you informed and able to make the choices that fit your lifestyle the best.Why are my socks getting holes?You can prevent your socks from getting holes by purchasing quality natural fiber (we recommend alpaca fiber socks, of course!), trimming your toenails, and …