In the early years, our employees were known for going sockless, so we recognize that there are some jokes to be made about SM-branded socks. These, though, are fantastic. Each pair is expertly made in Portugal with 200-needle construction for a fine (yet durable) knit with a smooth surface. Merino wool is famously great at regulating temperature, which makes them suitable for nearly any climate, nearly any time of year — the yarn for these comes from a super-renowned Italian spinning mill that's over 100 years old, and it's double-plied for maximal strength and minimal torquing. Think hardworking enough for everyday wear, but special enough to feel like a small luxury. Like we said… fantastic.