The ultimate guide to the ceremonial socks

For a man, matching socks to suit and shoes in formal settings, such as ceremonies, can sometimes be very difficult. Color, length and yarn are key elements in making the right choice; in fact, it is not enough to wear a long, dark sock to be a true gentleman.

Here we have gathered the three essential pieces of information to never be unprepared for any formal event you have to attend.

Let's start with the base: the yarn. There is no doubt that the ultimate elegant sock is silk, but the Filoscozia cotton sock is no less. This type of yarn is suitable for all occasions, offers a lot of comfort, does not shrink and releases little lint (it also reduces sweating!). Of course, terry socks are forbidden, unless you have a ceremony at the gym during a workout?.

Length is also essential: the shorter the sock, the less formal the event! For events or ceremonies, the appropriate sock is long to below the knee, long enough to cover the entire calf, even when you sit down and your pants ride up.

And now the crucial point... color! 

For ceremonies, black is always best, and when paired with a shoe of the same color, it slims the figure. Blue is also widely used, being the royal color par excellence, and is suitable for important events but also for meetings. 

Socks should not be exactly the same color as the pants or shoes, but a lighter or darker tone, so as to create a visible difference, but without overdoing the contrast. 

Can only solid-color socks be worn? Of course not, but be careful about matching! Colored socks or socks with geometric patterns are not to be totally excluded; it is always good to choose shades that harmonize with those of the dress.

Of course, there is one forbidden color, however: white!

Below is a selection of socks we've come up with for you

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