{"product_id":"originals-fine-rib-socks-irr","title":"Originals Fine Rib Socks Irr","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .dq-desc { font-family: inherit; color: inherit; max-width: 680px; }\n  .dq-desc h1 { font-size: 1.25em; font-weight: 700; margin: 0 0 .75em; line-height: 1.3; }\n  .dq-desc p  { margin: 0 0 1em; line-height: 1.65; }\n  .dq-desc ul { margin: 0 0 1em; padding-left: 1.25em; line-height: 1.7; }\n  .dq-desc li { margin-bottom: .25em; }\n  .dq-desc a  { color: inherit; text-decoration: underline; }\n  .dq-accordion { border-top: 1px solid #d6d6d6; margin-top: 1.5em; }\n  .dq-accordion details { border-bottom: 1px solid #d6d6d6; }\n  .dq-accordion summary { list-style: none; cursor: pointer; padding: .85em 1.5em .85em 0; font-weight: 600; font-size: .95em; letter-spacing: .02em; text-transform: uppercase; position: relative; user-select: none; }\n  .dq-accordion summary::-webkit-details-marker { display: none; }\n  .dq-accordion summary::after { content: '+'; position: absolute; right: 0; top: 50%; transform: translateY(-50%); font-size: 1.2em; font-weight: 300; transition: transform .2s; }\n  .dq-accordion details[open] summary::after { content: '−'; }\n  .dq-accordion .dq-panel { padding: .25em 0 1.25em; font-size: .95em; line-height: 1.65; }\n  .dq-accordion .dq-panel ul { padding-left: 1.25em; }\n  .dq-accordion .dq-panel li { margin-bottom: .3em; }\n  .dq-pills { display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: .4em; margin: .75em 0 0; }\n  .dq-pill { display: inline-block; padding: .25em .65em; border: 1px solid #888; border-radius: 2em; font-size: .82em; letter-spacing: .02em; white-space: nowrap; }\n  .dq-faq-q { font-weight: 600; margin: 0 0 .3em; }\n  .dq-faq-a { margin: 0 0 1.1em; }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"dq-desc\"\u003e\n  \u003ch1\u003eOriginals Fine Rib Socks — Iris Blue\u003c\/h1\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Not quite blue. Not quite purple. Iris sits in the exact tonal space between periwinkle and lavender — soft, muted, and unexpectedly versatile. Named after the flower, it carries the same quality: a colour that reads as delicate up close and quietly distinctive from across the room. The most unusual colour in the Originals Fine Rib range, and the one most likely to prompt a \"where did you get those?\" Same \u003cstrong\u003e200-needle organic combed cotton\u003c\/strong\u003e construction and \u003cstrong\u003ehand-linked toe\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/democratiquesocks.com\/blogs\/news\/oeko-tex-explained-what-it-means-for-socks\"\u003eOEKO-TEX certified\u003c\/a\u003e, knitted since 2011 in Istanbul. Designed in Copenhagen.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"dq-accordion\"\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eColour \u0026amp; Styling\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"dq-panel\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eIris is a cool, muted blue-violet — closer to a faded periwinkle than a true purple, with enough blue in it to read as cool-toned rather than warm. It is softer and less saturated than a true lilac or lavender, which is what makes it wearable in contexts where stronger purples would feel too decorative. Think of it as the sophisticated relative of both blue and purple — it belongs to neither camp entirely, and that ambiguity is exactly what makes it interesting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eIn practice, iris pairs most naturally with cool neutrals — grey, white, and light blue — and creates a particularly strong tonal pairing with denim. Against navy it reads as a complementary cool-toned accent rather than a clash. Against black or charcoal it stands out clearly without being loud. It is the colour that rewards a second look: understated at a glance, considered on closer inspection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest footwear:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cul\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eWhite leather or canvas sneakers — iris reads as a clean, soft accent against white — see \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/democratiquesocks.com\/blogs\/news\/what-color-socks-to-wear-with-white-sneakers\"\u003esneaker sock guide →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eLight grey suede or canvas shoes — tonal cool pairing\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eWhite leather loafers and boat shoes\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eNavy or dark blue leather shoes — iris as a complementary cool accent\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eLight tan or natural leather — warm-cool contrast that works in casual contexts\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest trousers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light wash denim · White or off-white chinos · Light grey wool · Pale blue linen · Ecru or cream trousers\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDress codes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"dq-pills\"\u003e\n          \u003cspan class=\"dq-pill\"\u003eSmart casual\u003c\/span\u003e\n          \u003cspan class=\"dq-pill\"\u003eCasual\u003c\/span\u003e\n          \u003cspan class=\"dq-pill\"\u003eCreative \/ fashion-forward\u003c\/span\u003e\n          \u003cspan class=\"dq-pill\"\u003eSpring \/ Summer\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin-top:.85em;\"\u003e\n          \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/democratiquesocks.com\/blogs\/news\/what-color-socks-to-wear-with-white-sneakers\"\u003eWhat colour socks to wear with white sneakers →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n          \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/democratiquesocks.com\/blogs\/news\/best-organic-cotton-socks-for-men-2026-buyers-guide\"\u003eOrganic cotton socks buyer's guide 2026 →\u003c\/a\u003e\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"dq-panel\"\u003e\n        \u003cul\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComposition:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75% organic combed cotton · 23% polyamide · 2% elastane\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNeedle count:\u003c\/strong\u003e 200-needle fine-rib knit — approximately twice the density of standard mass-market socks\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eToe:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-linked — closed by hand, virtually seamless against the foot\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCertification:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/democratiquesocks.com\/blogs\/news\/oeko-tex-explained-what-it-means-for-socks\"\u003eOEKO-TEX Standard 100\u003c\/a\u003e — every component tested, including the iris blue dye\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mid-calf \/ traditional crew shaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pre-washed and steamed — comfortable from the first wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSizes:\u003c\/strong\u003e EU 36–40 · EU 41–46 — \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/democratiquesocks.com\/blogs\/news\/size-guide-democratique-socks-eur-41-46\"\u003esize guide →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed in Copenhagen, Est. 2011 · Crafted in Istanbul\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSustainability:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/democratiquesocks.com\/pages\/sustainability\"\u003eOur sustainability practices →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eCare Guide\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"dq-panel\"\u003e\n        \u003cul\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eWash inside out at 30°C \/ 86°F — preserves the delicate blue-violet tone\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eWash before first wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eAir dry — do not tumble dry\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eWash with other light or cool-toned colours — not with dark clothing\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eDo not bleach or iron\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/democratiquesocks.com\/pages\/care-and-wash-guide\"\u003eFull sock care guide →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eFAQ\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"dq-panel\"\u003e\n\n        \u003cp class=\"dq-faq-q\"\u003eWhat colour exactly is iris blue — is it blue or purple?\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"dq-faq-a\"\u003eIris sits precisely between the two: a soft, muted blue-violet that has enough blue to read as cool-toned and enough purple to feel unusual and considered. It is similar in register to periwinkle or a faded lavender, but with less warmth than a true purple and less saturation than a bright blue. Named after the iris flower, it carries that same quality — a colour that is quietly distinctive rather than loudly colourful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cp class=\"dq-faq-q\"\u003eWhat outfits work best with iris blue socks?\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"dq-faq-a\"\u003eIris works best with cool, light, or neutral tones: light wash denim, white or off-white chinos, pale grey wool, and light blue linen are all strong. The cool blue-violet quality of the colour creates a tonal harmony with these light palettes. Against navy trousers it reads as a complementary cool-toned accent. Against black or charcoal it becomes more visible — a clean contrast that works in casual and creative contexts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cp class=\"dq-faq-q\"\u003eWhat shoes pair best with iris blue socks?\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"dq-faq-a\"\u003eWhite sneakers are the strongest everyday pairing — iris reads as a soft, unexpected accent that elevates an otherwise simple outfit. White leather loafers and light grey suede shoes also work well, keeping the palette consistently cool and light. Against dark shoes — black Oxford, dark navy — the iris creates a visible accent that suits fashion-forward or creative styling rather than traditional formal wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cp class=\"dq-faq-q\"\u003eHow is iris different from the other blue in the range — Palm Springs Blue?\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"dq-faq-a\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/democratiquesocks.com\/collections\/solid-color-socks\/products\/originals-fine-rib-socks-palm-springs-blue\"\u003ePalm Springs Blue\u003c\/a\u003e is a pure light blue — sun-faded, warm, and clearly in the blue family. Iris is blue-violet: cooler in its undertone, with a purple dimension that makes it feel more unusual and less obviously \"blue\". Palm Springs Blue reads as summery and relaxed; iris reads as considered and slightly unexpected. Both are light accent colours for casual and smart casual wardrobes, but they serve different outfit palettes — Palm Springs Blue for warm neutrals and summer tones, iris for cooler palettes and creative contexts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cp class=\"dq-faq-q\"\u003eAre iris blue socks appropriate for smart casual outfits?\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"dq-faq-a\"\u003eYes — iris is soft and muted enough to work in smart casual settings without reading as too bold or decorative. The key is pairing it with a restrained outfit: clean denim or chinos, simple footwear, neutral upper half. It is less suited to business formal — for those contexts, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/democratiquesocks.com\/collections\/solid-color-socks\/products\/originals-fine-rib-socks-navy\"\u003enavy\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/democratiquesocks.com\/collections\/solid-color-socks\/products\/originals-fine-rib-socks-black\"\u003eblack\u003c\/a\u003e is more appropriate. Think of iris as the choice for creative, fashion-aware, or relaxed smart casual environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cp class=\"dq-faq-q\"\u003eAre these socks organic and certified?\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"dq-faq-a\"\u003eYes. Made from 75% organic combed cotton, 23% polyamide, and 2% elastane. The cotton is certified organic, grown without synthetic pesticides or fertilisers. The finished sock — including the iris blue dye — carries \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/democratiquesocks.com\/blogs\/news\/oeko-tex-explained-what-it-means-for-socks\"\u003eOEKO-TEX Standard 100 certification\u003c\/a\u003e, confirming every component has been independently tested and verified free of harmful substances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cp class=\"dq-faq-q\"\u003eCan I buy these as part of a multipack?\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"dq-faq-a\"\u003eYes — purchasing 10 or more products unlocks a 15% discount. Iris pairs naturally with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/democratiquesocks.com\/collections\/solid-color-socks\/products\/originals-fine-rib-socks-light-grey-melange\"\u003elight grey melange\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/democratiquesocks.com\/collections\/solid-color-socks\/products\/originals-fine-rib-socks-palm-springs-blue\"\u003ePalm Springs Blue\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/democratiquesocks.com\/collections\/solid-color-socks\/products\/originals-fine-rib-socks-black\"\u003eblack\u003c\/a\u003e for a creative cool-toned rotation. See all \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/democratiquesocks.com\/collections\/save-on-packs\"\u003ecurated multipacks →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cp class=\"dq-faq-q\"\u003eDo you ship internationally?\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"dq-faq-a\"\u003eYes — worldwide, with free shipping above 75€ \/ 75£ \/ 100 USD \/ 400 DKK. 99.2% of orders ship the same day. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/democratiquesocks.com\/pages\/shipping-costs-taxes-and-duties\"\u003eFull shipping information →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eExplore More\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"dq-panel\"\u003e\n        \u003cul\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/democratiquesocks.com\/collections\/solid-color-socks\"\u003eAll solid colour socks →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/democratiquesocks.com\/collections\/originals-socks\"\u003eFull Originals range →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/democratiquesocks.com\/collections\/solid-color-socks\/products\/originals-fine-rib-socks-palm-springs-blue\"\u003eThe summer blue — Palm Springs Blue →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/democratiquesocks.com\/collections\/solid-color-socks\/products\/originals-fine-rib-socks-navy\"\u003eThe formal blue — Navy →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/democratiquesocks.com\/collections\/solid-color-socks\/products\/originals-fine-rib-socks-light-grey-melange\"\u003eCool neutral pairing — Light Grey Melange →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/democratiquesocks.com\/collections\/solid-color-socks\/products\/originals-fine-rib-socks-black\"\u003eThe essential foundation — Black →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/democratiquesocks.com\/collections\/athletique-classique-socks\"\u003eChunkier sock for sneakers? 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