I don't understand the no socks look - someone please fill me in

Rummage · Mar 30, 2011

I just don't get it, especially considering it is supposedly the best look for summer (when my feet get the most sweaty).

Is there some logic behind this?

I can see a lot of logic on why this wouldn't be a good idea...sanitary, smelly, callouses, uncomfortable...etc.

If this topic has been addressed before..I apologize...I did do a search.

ter1413 · Mar 30, 2011

Simple...it's a different summery look and your feet stay a little cooler.
FYI..many men do the "mini soc" that don't show so the sweat/sanitary part of it is eliminated.

xpress · Mar 30, 2011

I love the look... But personally I wear a pair of socks that basically cover the bottoms and sides of my feet... I can't recall the name, but they're fantastic!

DocHolliday · Mar 30, 2011

I don't get it either. Tried it and didn't like it in aesthetics or application.

LukeM · Mar 30, 2011

People want to show off that their feet don't get smelly and sweaty, and that they can endure a little discomfort while you cannot.

teddieriley · Mar 30, 2011

Uhh..."no show" socks.

The Louche · Mar 30, 2011

To me its a functional way to add a little sprezz. Your feet aren't encumbered by some sticky, hot socks, and you get just the right amount of sprezz in a business environment. 2 birds, 1 stone.

Rummage · Mar 30, 2011

Originally Posted by LukeM

People want to show off that their feet don't get smelly and sweaty, and that they can endure a little discomfort while you cannot.

freakin elitists!

DocHolliday · Mar 30, 2011

What about when the mini sock peek out? I tried 'em, and when i would catch a glimpse, I'd think, "That's hugely lame."

It creeps me out when dudes go sockless in laceups.

Darunee · Mar 30, 2011

try loafer socks, they give you the no sock look without having to go sockless.

Beatlegeuse · Mar 30, 2011

I could never pull this off, my legs are way too hairy...there would definitely need to be some manscaping beforehand.

lasbar · Mar 30, 2011

I was walking today in Mayfair and it was cold and raining cats and dogs, this guy was eating outside a posh restaurant wearing loafers without socks...

Sprezz or not , he did look like a prat...

JamesX · Mar 30, 2011

Depending on where you live, on a hot summer day there is a world of difference between wearing full size socks and the loafer socks.

AlexE · Mar 30, 2011

Originally Posted by JamesX

Depending on where you live, on a hot summer day there is a world of difference between wearing full size socks and the loafer socks.

+1

BBC · Mar 30, 2011

Socks:
I do not like them in a loafer.
I do not like them with a buck.
I do not like them as a golfer.
I do not like them when I...
I do not like them here or there.
I do not like them anywhere.
I do not like them, Trad I am.

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