Today I'd like to sing the praises of Denim Star socks. Most importantly, Denim Star are a brand who really care, bringing us beautiful socks made from sustainable organic cotton in an ethically certified factory in Italy. Their socks not only feel luxuriously soft but promise to bring out the best in everybody's trusted wardrobe staple: Denim. Denim Star champion gorgeous patterns in blue tones to add a little spark and individuality to your outfit. I'm sure it will come as no surprise to anyone that I chose the floral over the knee socks. They arrived in a compostable postage bag, wrapped in pretty tissue paper with not an environmentally harmful material in sight. And on unwrapping them, it was love at first sight. That pattern? Those colours? Those textures? I had to get them on my feet IMMEDIATELY (in fact, I'm wearing them as I write this, occasionally stroking the pattern on my legs a la Vic Reeves). Seriously though, if you like the sensory comfort of texture, the slightly raised pattern on these socks is a dream. Now, I'm no stranger to over the knee socks. I like them a lot, but *whispers* I don't actually end up wearing them much. I've always found that they end up either making a slow retreat towards under my kneecaps or trying to cut off the circulation to my thighs. So I don't know what magic is weaved into Denim Star over the knee socks, but I can vouch that these socks comfortably stay put. They don't dig in or roll up or down - the band is pretty much perfect in terms of width, elasticity and grip thanks to the honeycomb sock top. By the way, I tested how well they'd stay up using the following scientific methods: going up and down the stairs at varying speeds, rolling about like a lost Cats cast member and doing some Embarrassing Mum Dancing. I can confirm that they didn't budge or pinch once. The socks also feature a seamless toe, of which I am a massive fan as it means the socks are so comfy, you might just forget you're even wearing them. They're perfectly fitted to the leg and don't wrinkle or crease during wear, eliminating the possibility of any Nora Batty moments. Oh, and the reinforced heel and toe feels super strong so there'll be no "Hole-y socks, Batman!" moments with these either. I truly loved the colour and pattern, which complimented a lot more in my wardrobe than I thought. And trust me, I dug out everything denim and blue to check. Which I have shown (I hope) in my sock lookbook, or #slookbook if you will. While these socks have their own beauty, they effortlessly pull a whole look together and it's when the socks meet denim that the magic truly happens. It's a symphony of colours and textures that just works. Subtle yet strong, these socks are quietly heroic.These actually are really special. I can really feel the quality and care that's gone into them, and it's great to look down and know that not only do your socks look good, but their production isn't harming the environment or the workers involved. They are soft and comfortable to wear with no slipping or tightness, and they will elevate and enhance any outfit. Would I recommend Denim Star socks? A whole-footed YES, to any sock or denim lover.
