Athletique Classique Clean Stripes Organic Cotton Clear White / Red Moon
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Sock Care Guide – How to Make Your Socks Last Longer
To keep your socks comfortable, durable, and looking new for as long as possible, follow these simple care tips.
1. Wash Socks Inside Out
Always turn socks inside out before washing. This helps remove sweat, bacteria, and skin particles while protecting the outer fabric and colors.
2. Wash at Low Temperature
Wash socks at 30–40°C (86–104°F). Lower temperatures protect cotton fibers and elastic threads, helping socks keep their shape and durability.
3. Wash Before First Wear
New socks should be washed before the first use. This removes production residues and allows the fibers to soften and settle naturally.
4. Avoid Tumble Drying
Whenever possible, air dry your socks. High heat from tumble dryers can weaken elastic fibers and shorten the lifespan of your socks.
5. Wash with Similar Colors
To maintain vibrant colors:
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wash dark socks with dark clothing
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wash white socks separately
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wash bright colors with similar shades
6. Do Not Overload the Washing Machine
Avoid overloading your washing machine. Giving socks enough space reduces friction and prevents unnecessary fabric wear.
7. Store Socks Properly
Fold socks together instead of stretching them into tight balls. This helps preserve the elasticity and shape of the sock.
Shipping costs
We´re using the best couriers to each country. Shipping costs are:
- Denmark: 39 DKK
- Europe (EU): 6 €
- United Kingdom: 6 £
- United States: 9 US$
- Australia: 14 AU$
- New Zealand: 15 NZ$
- Switzerland: 10 CHF
- Norway: 79 NOK
- Canada: 10 CA$
- Sweden: 89 SEK
- World: 26 US$
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Customs duties:
These rules on customs duties can change from time to time so please check your local authorities (Use the link on values) - we can´t guarantee its correct. For orders from following countries the order is subject to customs duties and/or VAT in addition to delivery fees.
- United Kingdom: customs duties applied on orders from £135
- United States: customs duties applied on orders from $800
- Switzerland: customs duties applied on orders from CHF65
- Canada: customs duties applied on orders from $20
Please note there can be an additional brokerage fee from the courier to clear customs for you.
Shipping costs
We´re using the best couriers to each country. Shipping costs are:
- Denmark: 39 DKK
- Europe (EU): 6 €
- United Kingdom: 6 £
- United States: 9 US$
- Australia: 14 AU$
- New Zealand: 15 NZ$
- Switzerland: 10 CHF
- Norway: 79 NOK
- Canada: 10 CA$
- Sweden: 89 SEK
- World: 26 US$
FREE SHIPPING >400DKK / 75€ / 75£ / 100 US$ / 120 AU$ / 120 NZ$ / 100 CHF / 650 NOK / Canada 100 CA$ / 650 SEK / WORLD 150 US$.
Besides the cheap standard delivery we offer a faster delivery with UPS at a little higher price. Free shipping will not be applied if this option is chosen.
You can always see tracking here.
Taxes and duties can be applied for orders outside Denmark/EU. For UK click here to see more about BREXIT.
Customs duties:
These rules on customs duties can change from time to time so please check your local authorities (Use the link on values) - we can´t guarantee its correct. For orders from following countries the order is subject to customs duties and/or VAT in addition to delivery fees.
- United Kingdom: customs duties applied on orders from £135
- United States: customs duties applied on orders from $800 (SUSPENDED RIGHT NOW)
- Switzerland: customs duties applied on orders from CHF65
- Canada: customs duties applied on orders from $20
Please note there can be an additional brokerage fee from the courier to clear customs for you.
Athletique Classique Clean Stripes — Clear White / Red Moon
Red Moon is not a standard red. It is a warm, slightly terracotta-inflected red with earthy undertones — the red that belongs in warm light, on a bicycle in Lisbon, in spring and summer outfits rather than formal autumn ones. On a Clear White ground, the stripe reads as vivid without being aggressive: present, warm, and photographed in exactly the right conditions. 82% organic combed cotton, 200-needle heavy-rib knit, OEKO-TEX certified. Designed in Copenhagen.
Colour & Styling
Red Moon sits between a pure bright red and Bordeaux's deep cool wine-red — warmer and earthier than a sport red, lighter and more vivid than Bordeaux. The terracotta quality gives it warmth that works with the natural light of southern European cities: the Lisbon bicycle shot is not a styling accident. Red Moon is the red for white sneakers, for summer outfits, for warm-weather street contexts. It is not the red for charcoal suits or formal dressing — that is Bordeaux.
Best footwear:
- White leather sneakers — the white ground of the sock connects to the shoe; the red stripe sits above as the warm accent — see sneaker guide →
- Chunky sneakers — the heavier sock construction suits more shoe volume
- Low-profile canvas and vintage court shoes
- Tan leather and suede loafers — Red Moon creates a warm complementary contrast — see loafer guide →
Best trousers: Dark indigo denim · Dark navy shorts · White and off-white chinos · Khaki and olive cotton trousers · Cropped cotton trousers · Shorts in summer
How Red Moon differs from Bordeaux:
Bordeaux (in the Fine Rib solid range) is a deep, cool wine-red — formal, autumnal, works under a suit. Red Moon is lighter, warmer, and more earthy — a spring-summer red for casual and sport-heritage contexts. See the guide to wearing red socks →
What Is Red Moon — the Colour Explained
Red Moon is a proprietary Democratique colour name for a warm, slightly terracotta-inflected red — not a pure bright red, not Bordeaux, but the red that sits between them with earthy warmth. On a white ground it reads as vivid and deliberate — a considered red rather than a signal red. The Lisbon bicycle shot captures the colour in its natural context: warm light, warm pavement, white shoes, red stripe above the cuff.
The Fine Rib solid range also has a Red Moon solid sock in the thin dress-sock construction — the same colour, different occasion.
Specifications
- Construction: Athletique Classique Clean Stripes — DS1528
- Colour: Clear White ground · Red Moon stripe band at cuff
- Composition: 82% organic combed cotton · 15% polyamide · 3% elastane
- Needle count: 200-needle heavy-rib knit
- Toe: Hand-linked — closed by hand, virtually seamless against the foot
- Certification: OEKO-TEX Standard 100
- Length: Crew — mid-calf, holds shape at the upper calf throughout the day
- Finish: Pre-washed and steamed — comfortable from the first wear
- Sizes: EU 41–46 — size guide →
- Origin: Designed in Copenhagen, Est. 2011 · Crafted in Istanbul
- Sustainability: Our sustainability practices →
Care Guide
- Wash inside out at 30°C / 86°F
- Wash before first wear
- Air dry — do not tumble dry
- Wash with similar warm mid-tones — the white ground requires washing away from heavy darks
- Do not bleach or iron
FAQ
What is Red Moon — how is it different from a standard red or Bordeaux?
Red Moon is a warm, slightly terracotta-inflected red — not a pure bright sport red and not the deep cool wine-red of Bordeaux. Bordeaux is a dark, cool formal accent for suits and autumn dressing. Red Moon is the spring-summer, casual, sport-heritage red.
Is there also a Red Moon solid dress sock?
Yes — the same colour is available as a Fine Rib solid Red Moon in the thin dress-sock construction.
Can women wear these socks?
Yes — the Athletique Classique is unisex. EU 41–46 fits most men and larger women's sizes. Also available in EU 36–40 — see the full Athletique Classique collection →
Do you ship internationally?
Yes — worldwide, with free shipping above 75€ / 75£ / 100 USD / 400 DKK. 99.2% of orders ship the same day. Full shipping information →
