Go Green With Your Socks

Looking for eco-friendly socks? They can be hard to come by, especially when compared to how easy it is to find eco-friendly t-shirts, pants, shoes and other clothing articles. Here are a few brands that we found on the Internet:

· Devmir – These socks are made in North Carolina, and are endorsed by the Sierra Club. The socks are made from organic cotton and bamboo, and serve a social cause too. For every pair purchased, Devmir will donate a pair to the homeless. Also, 10% of the proceeds go right back to the not-for-profit Sierra Club.

· Teko Socks – This brand specializes in highly functional, highly earth-conscious socks made from either merino wool or from recycled polyester. They offer a number of different styles, from hiking and backpacking socks to running socks to skiing socks. You can read all about their commitment to the environment at their website, http://www.tekosocks.com

· Patagonia – one of the first outdoor clothing brands to have a strong eco-friendly mission, Patagonia socks are not only good for the environment, but good for your feet, too. They offer a number of different moisture-wicking socks made with organic and recycled synthetic materials. The company also donates a large amount of money to sustainability projects throughout the world. Check out their website, www.patagonia.com

· SmartWool – known for their luxurious yet durable socks, SmartWool uses merino wool from free range New Zealand sheep. The socks can be quite expensive, but do hold up well under pressure. The natural fibers make great wicking material, and the company invests not only in sustainability projects, but in advocacy programs such as breast cancer awareness. Their website is https://www.smartwool.com/default.cfm#

· REI – the outdoor gear co-op makes some great eco-friendly socks that are usually about half the price of other brands. Their hiking socks are mostly made of merino wool, and running socks are made with synthetic, earth-conscious materials.

If you’re into earth-friendly products, there are plenty of items to look at. Many brands are creating socks and other clothing products that are both earth-friendly and functional. If you’re looking for cotton socks and want to find something sustainable, look for something made with organic cotton. Organic cottons aren’t treated with harsh chemicals, so the impact on the environment is reduced.

You can also look at the packaging that the socks come in. Is the paper or cardboard made from recycled material? If it is, it will say so right on the packaging.

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101 6th Street N.W.
Winter Haven, FL 33881
Phone: 863-299-4551
http://www.FLFootandAnkle.com