How to “KonMari” Your Sock DrawerIf you aren’t familiar with Japanese tidying expert Marie Kondo’s detailed and methodical approach to decluttering, you are falling behind on the pop culture train. Written by: Sarah Bailey, Tidying Up Enthusiast Have you been bit by the tidy bug? You know, the one that forms a deep itch to clean and organize anything and everything in sight for a spotless finish. It wasn’t until a couple years ago, when a friend suggested I read The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up by Marie Kondo, that I t...
Live Out Loud Collection: Behind the DesignA behind-the-scenes look at a vibrant story, designed with healthcare in mind. Written by: Mercedes Marchand, VP of Design at Sockwell While self-care practices like foot rubs and hot baths temporarily ease the pains of “nurse feet syndrome,” nothing quite does the trick like compression socks—for helping to prevent aches and pains as well as recover from them. Inspired by nurses and the healthcare community, our Live Out Loud colorways are paired with unique designs and technical features th...
Your Sockwell Socks are Made Right Around the Corner in the USAQuality product, American-made. Written by: Thomas Lee, Partner and Yarn Designer Quality product, American-made—these are founding principles of the Sockwell brand, which give us great pride in the footprint of how our socks are made: right here in the USA. We've partnered with American manufacturing partners to craft every sock domestically since the start of Sockwell. We source our wool from American wool growers, and it is then treated and spun into yarn in South Carolina. These yarns...
Spring 2019 Behind the DesignTake look behind the design of our new spring 2019 styles and colors. Written by: Mercedes Marchand, VP of Design at Sockwell The first of a bi-annual series, I’m quite excited to take you behind the design of our spring 2019 collection. This season, we focused on grounding neutrals paired with energizing pops of color, redesigning key styles for further functionality, and introducing new styles to add new flavor to each category. To start, I want you to understand my process; how I get from ...
Why Nurses Should Wear Compression SocksOrthopedic surgeon Richard Alvarez talks the best compression socks for nurses. It’s hard to believe that compression socks were once viewed by healthcare professionals as a dreaded prescription for the toll on their legs caused by years of prolonged sitting or standing. Seemingly no one wanted to squeeze their aching feet into compression stockings for nurses, or "nurse socks." Flash-forward to the present, and the benefits of compression socks for nurses have transformed this stodgy...
Unique Father’s Day Gift IdeasFather’s Day is right around the corner and our team at Sockwell is here to help you find just the right gift! Written by: Megan Goodman, Customer Service Manager and Gift Giving Aficionado Father’s Day has new meaning in our house this year, as it will be our first! My husband and I are expecting our first baby and needless to say, we are beyond excited and find that the pregnancy is going by in the blink of an eye. With Father’s Day approaching, I can’t help but reminisce on my college day...
Why Wool: Three Reasons to Love Our Signature BlendYou might say I’m passionate about our fine merino wool and rayon from bamboo yarn blend, but it’s with great cause. This innovative material was designed and produced with a singular focus: your wearing experience. Written by: Thomas Lee, Partner and Yarn Designer Most people get caught up in the hunt for the most comfortable, fashionable or durable shoes and forget an (arguably more) important factor to healthy, happy feet—the right socks. That’s why our fine merino wool blends, spun with r...
My Quest to Happiness After Enduring a Spinal Cord InjuryWith the help of therapy sessions, assisting products and a bit of patience, I’ve overcome a challenging, yet rewarding, recovery from my spinal cord injury. Written by: Aika Yoshida, Physical Therapist and Spinal Cord Injury Survivor On July 28, 2013, my life changed forever. In a split second, I went from an extremely active outdoor enthusiast to someone who needed help to simply use an iPhone. Since then, I’ve faced a challenging road to recovery, but nonetheless, a rewarding one. With the...
Marathon Training Food: How to Fuel Up for a Big RaceMeal ideas and planning tips from a self-proclaimed foodie and seasoned marathon runner. By Susanna Kirby, Erlanger Chattanooga Marathon Ambassador and Organizer of Running for Brews Chattanooga I love running, but I love eating even more. I’m often asked what I consume before, during, and after a long run to sustain energy throughout the training process. As a self-proclaimed foodie, the meal planning process is one of the highlights of training for a marathon. Let me be clear: I am by no me...
5 Easy Tips for Personal Wellness at WorkThe key to finding contentment amongst the chaos is easier than you may think. Written by: Emily Yann, National Sales Manager at Sockwell In simple terms, we need daily movement, nourishing food, social interaction, and restful sleep to be healthy. But who among us has all the resources—time, energy, money—following a full day of work to keep it all balanced? I love my job. I look forward to my next work out. Cooking great food and indulging in a nice glass of wine at the end of the day fee...
Exploring Corsica’s Wild Side: Long Distance HikingI hiked 110 miles on Europe’s toughest trail, and I did it by myself. Written by: Barbara Schwarz, 55, life-long adventurer and world traveler After hiking for sixteen days, covering 110 miles, summiting six peaks along the way, crossing wind swept ridges and experiencing breathtaking views, “Je l’ai fait!” I did it! It’s a few minutes after 7 a.m., on a crisp morning in September. I’m in Calenzana, a small town in the foothills of Northern Corsica. It’s the starting point of the GR...
Sockwell Book Club: Winter ReadsA roundup of our favorite books from around the office. Written by: Sarah Bailey, Marketing Director at Sockwell The recent polar vortex was a not-so-friendly reminder that winter weekends are best spent indoors, cozied up by the fire with a great book and a pair of merino wool socks. Throw in a hot cup of tea or glass of bourbon and you have everything you need for a relaxing evening. The Sockwell team has quite a few book worms, so I’ve rounded up the team’s latest book recommendations, ran...
Why You Need to Dive Feet First into 2019This year, I'm taking small steps, literally and figuratively, toward a more healthful life. Won’t you join me? Written by: Mercedes Marchand, VP of Design at Sockwell After nearly a decade of studying foot health and designing therapeutic socks, I’ve learned that a healthier you starts in your feet. Because when your feet feel good you feel better, from the inside out. Every year like clockwork, the post-holiday season brings me face to face with none other than myself. As I reflect...
How to “KonMari” Your Sock Drawer
If you aren’t familiar with Japanese tidying expert Marie Kondo’s detailed and methodical approach to decluttering, you are falling behind on the pop culture train. Written by: Sarah Bailey, Tidying Up Enthusiast Have you been bit by the tidy bug? You know, the one that forms a deep itch to clean and organize anything and everything in sight for a spotless finish. It wasn’t until a couple years ago, when a friend suggested I read The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up by Marie Kondo, that I t...
Live Out Loud Collection: Behind the Design
A behind-the-scenes look at a vibrant story, designed with healthcare in mind. Written by: Mercedes Marchand, VP of Design at Sockwell While self-care practices like foot rubs and hot baths temporarily ease the pains of “nurse feet syndrome,” nothing quite does the trick like compression socks—for helping to prevent aches and pains as well as recover from them. Inspired by nurses and the healthcare community, our Live Out Loud colorways are paired with unique designs and technical features th...
Your Sockwell Socks are Made Right Around the Corner in the USA
Quality product, American-made. Written by: Thomas Lee, Partner and Yarn Designer Quality product, American-made—these are founding principles of the Sockwell brand, which give us great pride in the footprint of how our socks are made: right here in the USA. We've partnered with American manufacturing partners to craft every sock domestically since the start of Sockwell. We source our wool from American wool growers, and it is then treated and spun into yarn in South Carolina. These yarns...
Spring 2019 Behind the Design
Take look behind the design of our new spring 2019 styles and colors. Written by: Mercedes Marchand, VP of Design at Sockwell The first of a bi-annual series, I’m quite excited to take you behind the design of our spring 2019 collection. This season, we focused on grounding neutrals paired with energizing pops of color, redesigning key styles for further functionality, and introducing new styles to add new flavor to each category. To start, I want you to understand my process; how I get from ...
Why Nurses Should Wear Compression Socks
Orthopedic surgeon Richard Alvarez talks the best compression socks for nurses. It’s hard to believe that compression socks were once viewed by healthcare professionals as a dreaded prescription for the toll on their legs caused by years of prolonged sitting or standing. Seemingly no one wanted to squeeze their aching feet into compression stockings for nurses, or "nurse socks." Flash-forward to the present, and the benefits of compression socks for nurses have transformed this stodgy...
Unique Father’s Day Gift Ideas
Father’s Day is right around the corner and our team at Sockwell is here to help you find just the right gift! Written by: Megan Goodman, Customer Service Manager and Gift Giving Aficionado Father’s Day has new meaning in our house this year, as it will be our first! My husband and I are expecting our first baby and needless to say, we are beyond excited and find that the pregnancy is going by in the blink of an eye. With Father’s Day approaching, I can’t help but reminisce on my college day...
Why Wool: Three Reasons to Love Our Signature Blend
You might say I’m passionate about our fine merino wool and rayon from bamboo yarn blend, but it’s with great cause. This innovative material was designed and produced with a singular focus: your wearing experience. Written by: Thomas Lee, Partner and Yarn Designer Most people get caught up in the hunt for the most comfortable, fashionable or durable shoes and forget an (arguably more) important factor to healthy, happy feet—the right socks. That’s why our fine merino wool blends, spun with r...
My Quest to Happiness After Enduring a Spinal Cord Injury
With the help of therapy sessions, assisting products and a bit of patience, I’ve overcome a challenging, yet rewarding, recovery from my spinal cord injury. Written by: Aika Yoshida, Physical Therapist and Spinal Cord Injury Survivor On July 28, 2013, my life changed forever. In a split second, I went from an extremely active outdoor enthusiast to someone who needed help to simply use an iPhone. Since then, I’ve faced a challenging road to recovery, but nonetheless, a rewarding one. With the...
Marathon Training Food: How to Fuel Up for a Big Race
Meal ideas and planning tips from a self-proclaimed foodie and seasoned marathon runner. By Susanna Kirby, Erlanger Chattanooga Marathon Ambassador and Organizer of Running for Brews Chattanooga I love running, but I love eating even more. I’m often asked what I consume before, during, and after a long run to sustain energy throughout the training process. As a self-proclaimed foodie, the meal planning process is one of the highlights of training for a marathon. Let me be clear: I am by no me...
5 Easy Tips for Personal Wellness at Work
The key to finding contentment amongst the chaos is easier than you may think. Written by: Emily Yann, National Sales Manager at Sockwell In simple terms, we need daily movement, nourishing food, social interaction, and restful sleep to be healthy. But who among us has all the resources—time, energy, money—following a full day of work to keep it all balanced? I love my job. I look forward to my next work out. Cooking great food and indulging in a nice glass of wine at the end of the day fee...
Exploring Corsica’s Wild Side: Long Distance Hiking
I hiked 110 miles on Europe’s toughest trail, and I did it by myself. Written by: Barbara Schwarz, 55, life-long adventurer and world traveler After hiking for sixteen days, covering 110 miles, summiting six peaks along the way, crossing wind swept ridges and experiencing breathtaking views, “Je l’ai fait!” I did it! It’s a few minutes after 7 a.m., on a crisp morning in September. I’m in Calenzana, a small town in the foothills of Northern Corsica. It’s the starting point of the GR...
Sockwell Book Club: Winter Reads
A roundup of our favorite books from around the office. Written by: Sarah Bailey, Marketing Director at Sockwell The recent polar vortex was a not-so-friendly reminder that winter weekends are best spent indoors, cozied up by the fire with a great book and a pair of merino wool socks. Throw in a hot cup of tea or glass of bourbon and you have everything you need for a relaxing evening. The Sockwell team has quite a few book worms, so I’ve rounded up the team’s latest book recommendations, ran...
Why You Need to Dive Feet First into 2019
This year, I'm taking small steps, literally and figuratively, toward a more healthful life. Won’t you join me? Written by: Mercedes Marchand, VP of Design at Sockwell After nearly a decade of studying foot health and designing therapeutic socks, I’ve learned that a healthier you starts in your feet. Because when your feet feel good you feel better, from the inside out. Every year like clockwork, the post-holiday season brings me face to face with none other than myself. As I reflect...
