A sock is an item of clothing worn on the feet and often covering
the ankle or some part of the calf. Some type of shoe or boot is
typically worn over socks. In ancient times, socks were made from
leather or matted animal hair. In the late 16th century, machine-knit
socks were first produced. Until 1800 both hand knitting and machine
knitting were used to produce socks, but after 1800, machine knitting
became the predominant method.
One of the roles of socks is
absorbing perspiration. The foot is among the heaviest producers of
sweat in the body, as it can produce over 0.25 US pints (0.12 l) of
perspiration per day; socks help to absorb this sweat and draw it to
areas where air can evaporate the perspiration. In cold environments,
socks made from wool insulate the foot and decrease the risk of
frostbite. Socks are worn with sport shoes (typically white-coloured
socks) and dress shoes (typically dark-coloured socks). In addition to
the numerous practical roles played by socks, they are also a fashion
item, and they are available in myriad colours and patterns.
Designed to
protect the feet from the effect of the harshness of shoe on the feet,
warm and cold weathers. It expands for proper fit on the feet. It is one
size(fits adults). High quality 100% cotton which boasts ample
absorbency and softness while resisting pilling and shedding, finished
off in a stronger pure natural cotton fibre and is machine washable for
easy care and comfortability.