Sock style

Give your fall fashion lineup the finish it needs with a dress-sock refresh. That's right, gentlemen, it's time to slide open that sock drawer to shed light on the most neglected accessory in your wardrobe.

Tips:

1. Avoid synthetic fabrics that trap moisture and hold onto odor.

2. Treat yourself to cashmere for the softest stroll next to fur.

3. Try cashmere/ cotton or cashmere/wool blends for a luxury fit and feel without luxury cost.

4. Remember, even your very best Sunday pair of socks wasn't made to last forever, so toss them when they become a bit tattered!

5. To help extend the lifetime of quality socks, consider hand-washing to avoid undue wear and tear.

Clockwise, from top right:

1. Giorgie Brutini Khaki Mercerized Cotton/Nylon $6, giorgiobrutini.com

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2. Paul Smith Ribbon Stripe Cotton $35, paulsmith.co.uk/shop

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3. Punto Grey/Yellow Stripe Cotton $30, britishapparel.com

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4. Giorgio Brutini Royal Blue Luxury Rayon/Cotton $6, giorgiobrutini.com

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5. Cole Haan Grey Cotton $22.50, colehaan.com

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6. Punto Forest Green Cashmere/Wool $30, britishapparel.com

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7. Paul Smith "Never Assume" Soft Cotton $35, paulsmith.co.uk/shop

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8. Punto Abel Regular Cotton/Nylon $30, britishapparel.com

SHOES:

Giorgio Brutini 81213 Black Montana four-eyelet blucher with calf and stretch fabric on a leather sole $75. Giorgio Brutini 17078 New Brown Moc slip-on in soft calf on a synthetic sole $65, giorgiobrutini.com.

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