The influx of stylish socks options on the market has reinvented the fashion industry for men. Featured in everything from formalwear to sportswear, socks have become an important accessory for men to add style as well as color and whimsy to any outfit.
Furthermore, innovations in socks have allowed for customizable options, both in size and design. The influx of sock subscription services that have emerged further reinforce how important this once forgotten garment has become among male consumers. Socks have also become an avenue for many men to depict their social currency, through the growing number of pop culture sock designs that range from Star Wars-themed to sports-related -- providing another way for men to fashionably show off their fandoms and allegiances.
With the holidays just a few days away, these stylish sock examples provide the perfect last-minute gift options for any special men in your life.
32 Stylish Sock Gift Ideas
From Interplanetary Christmas Socks to Printed Pop Culture Socks:
Christopher Magsambol — Dec 21, 2015 — Fashion
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Pee-Powered Socks
These Pee-Powered Socks Can Convert Urine Into Electricity
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Customizable Athletic Socks
Nike's Hyper Elite Socks Blend High Performance with Customization
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Preppy Punk Lookbooks
The Golf Wang S/S '15 Lookbook Features Vibrant Colors and Prints
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Branded B-Ball Sneakers
The Hurricanes' New adidas Basketball Uniforms Feature Crazylight Boosts
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Graphic Sci-Fi Socks
These Stance Star Wars Socks Keep Feet Warm and Geeky
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Men's Fashionable Socks
The N/A Boxers and Basics Collection Focuses on Monochromatic Designs
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Fleeting Fashion Lines
Merchandise from Travi$ Scott's Rodeo Tour is Only on Sale for 72 Hours
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Clay-Court Tennis Apparel
The Adidas Roland Garros Collection Ensures Stylish Performance
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Collaborative Skateboard Clothing
The Volcom x Spitfire Collab Brings Together Iconic Brands
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Sock Subscription Services
'Sock Fancy' Delivers New Men's Socks Each and Every Month
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Sock Subscription Services
This Service Helps Customers Build the Perfect Sock Drawer
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Organizational Sock Packaging
This Clever Sock Packaging Design Serves Multiple Functions
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Smart Sensor Socks
Sensoria's Textile Sensor Technology Monitors Performance and Accuracy
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Crisp Soccer Collections
The New German
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Cannabis-Inspired Fashion
The 'Cannabis Color' Line Celebrates Strains with Vibrant Pot Fashion
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Crass Skeleton Tees
The HUF x Todd Francis Tee Displays a Naughty Skeleton Graphic
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Eco Tournament Uniforms
Nike Women's Soccer Collection is Made Using Recycled Plastic Bottles
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Interplanetary Christmas Socks
These Star Wars Christmas Stockings Use the Force to Summon Santa
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Athletic Sock Collections
The NBA and Stance Hoops Joined Forces for a New Sock Collection
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East Coast Rap Socks
The Latest Stance Collection Honors Killa Cam and The Diplomats
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Awareness-Raising Socks
These Colorful Socks Raise Awareness of Gloabal Issues and Charities
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Fashionable Bamboo Socks
Braintree's Eco-Friendly Socks are Chic and Sustainable
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Coconut Fiber Socks
These High-Tech Socks are Made from a Sustainable Blend of Yarn
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Reflective Cycling Socks
Showers Pass' New Torch Sock Line Features a 3M Scotchlight Strip
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Fitness-Optimized Socks
The Sensoria Smart Sock Offers Feedback on Your Running Technique
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Customizable Basketball Socks
The Nike Fade Elite Crew Now Comes With Nike iD Customization
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Printed Pop Culture Socks
De Pied Ferme Creates Hosiery Inspired by Video Games and Celebrities
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Moisture Control Socks
The Vitalsox Graduated Compression Socks Keep Runners' Feet Dryer
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Nordic Soccer Apparel
The New Norway Soccer Kit Celebrates National Pride
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Patriotic Superhero Socks
These Captain America Footwear Accessories are Ideal for Comic Book Fans
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Masculine Marine Collections
The Toast Springtime Line Includes Nautical Boyish Pieces for Women
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Eco Ski Socks
Teco's Merino Wool Socks Feature Light Cushioning
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