BoardroomSocksMerino Wool Dress Socks for Men – Over-the-Calf, Ribbed Wool Dress Socks for Size 8-12 – Breathable, Reinforced Heel and Toe

Great quality

Exactly as expected. I'll buy again.

I put them on in the morning and was immediately impressed by the comfort and fit. Before the end of the day, I’d already gone online to order a few more pair. Specifically, they are soft, with perfect medium thickness, and they stay in place all day. They also look so much better than cheap dress socks; the groves look more intricate once you put them on, and there’s an elegance to that.I can tell that they are tough and unlikely to develop holes prematurely. I happen to like the high-calf design, but I imagine that that won’t be for everyone.

The socks delivered on time and looked like the listing. Have not worn them yet

8/7/2024: I wear these at least 3 times a week, and the elastic on 1 pair JUST went out. While they could save costs with lesser packaging (hopefully making them a bit cheaper sock purchase), Feb 2023 to Aug 2024 is the longest my socks have lasted. I will definitely purchase these again.10/22/23: I originally bought these back in February 2023 and wanted to provide an update. Other than one pair that caught a snag (from me trying to get little plastic piece off from the excessive, my opinion, wrapping) these socks have been the best socks ever bought. I have been in the workforce wearing dress socks since 2003. Most do not last and I have to pull up frequently. These still hold their position. I still think they could save some money in the wrapping / presentation and sell these a bit cheaper, but I guarantee I will be purchasing more.Original: I was skeptical about these socks at first. I have tried so many and have struggled for MANY years over socks (regardless of height) that will sink down on my legs. Even over the calf socks would sink down. But in desperation, I bought a couple of pairs. These socks have truly stayed up and feel very comfortable without my feet sweating / getting overly hot. My only minor compliant are they are fairly expensive. I know you get what you pay for but these do come in extra packaging that do raise the cost so therefore the price. Also, the tags they put on the socks do not rip away very well. Regardless, I will be buying more of these socks and I have gotten rid of all previous socks.

I want over-the-calf socks for two reasons: 1) to avoid the indentations that crew socks leave on my legs each evening, and 2) to keep me just that little bit warmer in the cold months.The marks are gone. I do have very slight elastic marks just below my knee. They're almost not there at all.And, these socks arrived just as we were plunged into a chilly Central New York autumn. I am pleased to say that the extra coverage does keep me warmer. Not hot at all. Just warm. Just right.Comfort? They're really good. Not perfect. There is an almost imperceptible woolish scratchiness when I first put them on. But, right now, as I sit typing - after wearing them for 9 hours, there is no feeling at all. They're just great.I don't think I'll wear them in the dog days of summer, but I am sure I'll wear them for 8 months out of the year.Would I buy them again? I did. After trying one pair, I bought three more pair. I did say Upstate New York ... it's cold here. I wish I purchased these when I was a young buck and felt that much cozier all my life. At least I discovered them in later life.Don't hesitate. Try a pair out.

Must be washed in cold water. I bought these because I have some edema when using shorter socks. These solved the problem

I purchased these about a year ago but only wear them during fall/winter...and not that often. Perhaps once a week average. Since I have 3 pair, they get rotated. I like they are thin yet warm and hold their shape well. Also, if your feet don't sweat a lot, you can air dry for a day or two and they still are 'fresh'.The only reason for a 3-star rating is the bottoms wear out sort of fast. I know they are thin, but if they had a double layer on the feet (or comparable to SmartWool 'light padding"), I would keep purchasing hoping they would last a bit longer. I'll look elsewhere for now but still may purchase another set for the winter. But at $16-17/pair, paying a little more for something with a thicker sole could be worth it.