Blog » education
Welcome to the Sockwell blog, a space for inspiration and motivation to help you live your best life.
The Ultimate Guide to Buying Ethical & Eco Friendly Socks
Posted on
Have you ever stopped and thought about your socks—we mean, really think about them? There’s a good chance you haven’t considered much more than their size or color, but these small pieces of our daily wardrobe can have a big impact.
Live Out Loud Collection: Behind the Design
Posted on
Nurses nationwide dedicate long hours and sleepless nights to prioritize the care and wellbeing of others. But even with years of rigorous schooling under their belts, nothing can prepare their feet for the many miles they endure during a single shift.
How to Pack a Suitcase Like a Pro
Posted on
As restrictions lift and the world opens back up, we're all antsy to get traveling again. But before you shuffle through your closet and double-down on travel outfits, I’ve put together a few pointers and a travel checklist from my own experience that will help guide you on how to pack a suitcase.
Our Superwashing Story
Posted on
What is wool superwashing and why is it important in making the world's best socks? Sockwell Partner, Thomas Lee, clears up the misunderstandings and clarifies the benefits, particularly regarding Sockwell and the use of superwashing in our socks. He also dives into Chargeurs and their environmentally conscious superwashing facility.
Why Nurses Should Wear Compression Socks
Posted on
Whether you’re just starting out in your nursing career or an experienced physician in the field, compression socks have become a staple piece in the closets of healthcare professionals for more than just their trendy colors.
Don't Let the Winter Beat You Down
Posted on
Living in Indiana for most of his life gave our marketing guy Christopher an interesting perspective on winter, and forced him to come up with some creative ways on how to beat cabin fever. Here are 5 of his favorite ways to shake up his routine and his perspective, and make the most of the winter months.
5 Reasons Compression Socks Help You Recover Better
Posted on
As a former Division-I collegiate athlete, I experienced moments of intense fatigue, soreness, and injury. I also learned ways to recover faster, so I can perform better. I want to let you in on my secret—sport compression socks and all their amazing benefits.
Camping for Beginners: How to Pack and Plan Like an Expert
Posted on
Camping sounds like a rather minimalistic vacation to plan—no hotel bookings required, just a tent paired with a campfire. But as you get deeper into the logistics, camping may not seem as “minimal” as you think. Factor in the packing restrictions and menu planning, and you’ve got some strategic planning to conquer before your big trip. Luckily, I’ve accrued some helpful tips throughout my own expeditions that could help out my fellow outdoor travelers.
Your Sockwell Socks are Made Right Around the Corner in the USA
Posted on
Right around the corner from our offices in Chattanooga, TN, is Heritage Hosiery, a local mill with world-class knitting machines and a team of people committed to making the best socks money can buy.
How to “KonMari” Your Sock Drawer
Posted on
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.
Why Wool: Three Reasons to Love Our Signature Blend
Posted on
Harvested on American soil, spun and tailored to our perfected specifications, and packaged to ship to your doorstep, we craft our signature blended socks with only the finest wool in the country.
Spring 2019 Behind the Design
Posted on
Every creative person has their own process. Mine is very tactile. I walk city streets, talking to devoted customers and complete strangers; I attend trend seminars and visit museums and galleries; I consider what’s going on in the world and what’s in the hearts and minds of people; I take lots of pictures; I meditate.
Why You Need to Dive Feet First into 2019
Posted on
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. Written by Mercedes Marchand, VP of Design at Sockwell
Showing items 1-13 of 13.
