Socks that slide down inside your shoe

Short answer: Socks slide when the cuff has lost its elastic, when the size is too large, or when the heel sits in the wrong place. All three are visible to the naked eye.

The heel belongs on the heel

A sock with a shaped heel needs the heel on the heel. If it sits below the ankle, the whole sock slides. See bamboo socks for men.

A slack cuff after too many hot washes

Elastane breaks down with heat. If the cuff is slack after a year, it was usually washed too hot. See bamboo socks for women.

Styles too low for the shoe

A footie inside a high shoe slides down regardless of quality. Choose a style that matches the shoe. See bamboo footies for men.

Frequently asked questions

Why do my socks slide down?

Usually because the cuff is worn out or the sock is one size too large.

Can a slack sock cuff be tightened?

No. Once the elastic has broken down from heat it cannot be restored.

Which socks slide least in trainers?

Styles with a shaped heel and silicone at the back edge. See bamboo trainer socks for men.