What makes Democratique socks different from regular socks?

Three things: construction, material, and lifespan. Knitted on 200-needle machines from certified organic combed cotton, with a hand-linked toe seam. Built to last 3-5 years of daily wear — compared to 6-12 months for mass-market socks.

What is a hand-linked toe seam?

A hand-linked toe is closed by hand using a single thread, creating a virtually flat seam with no ridge. Mass-market socks leave a small ridge you can feel through dress shoes. The hand-linked finish is used by every premium sock brand of consequence.

Are Democratique socks certified organic?

Yes. The cotton is certified organic. The finished sock carries OEKO-TEX Standard 100 certification, testing every component — fibre, dye, elastic, thread — for harmful substances.

How long do Democratique socks last?

3-5 years of regular wear with proper care. Wash inside out at 30 degrees C, air dry. Do not tumble dry.

Where are Democratique socks designed and made?

Designed in Copenhagen, Denmark. Crafted in Istanbul, Turkey, at one of the world's finest sock factories — the same production partner since 2012.

Originals fijne rib in klassieke kleuren

Originals Fine Rib klassieke kleuren — de essentials voor je garderobe

De Fine Rib-tinten die het meeste werk doen. Neutrale en diepe kleuren die je zonder nadenken combineert met maatwerk, denim en sneakers — de basis van een sokkenlade, voordat de fellere kleuren erin komen.

Dezelfde constructie als het volledige Originals-assortiment: 75% biologisch gekamd katoen, gebreid met een dichtheid van 200 naalden, een met de hand verbonden teennaad en een lengte tot halverwege de kuit. OEKO-TEX Standard 100-gecertificeerd. Ontworpen in Kopenhagen.