Bamboo socks in summer and why they are not too warm

Short answer: A sock feels warm in summer if it holds onto moisture. If it moves the moisture away instead, evaporation cools the foot, and the sock becomes an advantage rather than a drawback.

Bare feet in shoes are worse

Without a sock the sweat settles between foot and shoe lining and stays there. With a sock that moves moisture, it comes out into the air. That is why bare feet in trainers smell most. See bamboo trainer socks for women.

Length in summer

An ankle sock or footie gives coverage without warming the leg. See bamboo footies for women.

Colour matters little

A light sock does not become noticeably cooler than a dark one inside a shoe. Choose by what you are wearing, not by the temperature of the colour.

Wash more often in summer

Sweat left to dry in puts odour into the fibres. Wash summer socks after every wear. See washing and care.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cooler to go without socks?

No. Without a sock the sweat stays between foot and shoe, and nothing moves it away.

Which sock length is best in summer?

An ankle sock or footie. They cover the foot without warming the leg.

Should summer socks be washed after every wear?

Yes. Sweat that dries into the fibres gives a smell that is hard to get out again.