{"product_id":"originals-fine-rib-socks-navy","title":"Originals Fine Rib Socks Navy","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 — Navy\u003c\/h1\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The most versatile sock in the range. Navy is the formal foundation — cool, contained, appropriate from a black-tie dinner to a Friday in trainers — and in the Fine Rib construction it is also the most precisely made. 200-needle thin-rib knit in 75% organic combed cotton, hand-linked toe, mid-calf length. The sock that disappears into a navy suit and reappears as a deliberate detail above a white sneaker. Photographed with Nike Air Force 1 and Clarks Wallabee. Both are correct. \u003cstrong\u003e60 DKK\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/democratiquesocks.com\/blogs\/news\/oeko-tex-explained-what-it-means-for-socks\"\u003eOEKO-TEX certified\u003c\/a\u003e. 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\u003eNavy is the only colour in the Fine Rib range that works across every formality level without adjustment. With a charcoal or navy suit and black Oxford shoes it reads as conservative and correct — the expected choice, executed precisely. With dark denim, a white shirt, and tan Wallabees it reads as considered and casual — the kind of sock that tells you the person wearing it has thought about their outfit without trying to announce it. With white leather sneakers it reads as a deliberate tonal choice: the dark navy above the white shoe, no colour story required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eThis is the sock the rest of the wardrobe is built around. The other colours in the Fine Rib range are accents — greens, reds, pinks, blues — that all assume a foundation of navy and black already covered. Navy is that foundation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest footwear:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cul\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eBlack Oxford and Derby — the formal default; navy reads as near-black in low light and precisely navy in direct light — see \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/democratiquesocks.com\/blogs\/news\/best-socks-for-boots-chelsea-chukka-derby\"\u003eshoe guide →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eBrown and tan leather Oxford, Derby and loafer — navy and tan leather is the classic combination; cool-warm contrast that works across every outfit register — see \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/democratiquesocks.com\/blogs\/news\/what-color-socks-to-wear-with-brown-loafers\"\u003eloafer guide →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eClarks Wallabee and suede loafers — the lifestyle shot; warm leather, navy sock, the combination that reads as effortless\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eWhite leather sneakers (Nike Air Force 1, Adidas Stan Smith, Common Projects) — the other lifestyle shot; navy on white, clean and deliberate — see \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/democratiquesocks.com\/blogs\/news\/what-color-socks-to-wear-with-white-sneakers\"\u003esneaker guide →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eChelsea and chukka boots in tan, brown, and black suede — see \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/democratiquesocks.com\/blogs\/news\/best-socks-for-boots-chelsea-chukka-derby\"\u003eboots guide →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest trousers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Navy suit (tonal — the sock continues the trouser colour to the shoe) · Charcoal and dark grey flannel · Dark indigo denim · Black trousers · Camel and beige wool · White and cream chinos · Any trouser in any wardrobe context\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"dq-pills\"\u003e\n          \u003cspan class=\"dq-pill\"\u003eBusiness formal\u003c\/span\u003e\n          \u003cspan class=\"dq-pill\"\u003eBusiness casual\u003c\/span\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\"\u003eAll seasons\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-brown-loafers\"\u003eWhat colour socks to wear with brown loafers →\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\u003eThe Fine Rib Construction\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"dq-panel\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eThe Originals Fine Rib (DS1006) is Democratique's foundational dress sock. 200-needle knit — the highest needle count in the range — produces a fine, smooth, thin fabric with a consistent close-set rib texture that holds its shape precisely and fits inside a dress shoe without friction or bulk. The hand-linked toe seam is closed stitch-by-stitch rather than sewn over the top, leaving no ridge against the foot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e75% organic combed cotton — combed to remove short fibres before knitting, producing a smoother, more consistent yarn than standard carded cotton. 23% polyamide for durability and shape retention. 2% elastane for fit. Pre-washed and steamed; comfortable from the first wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eThis is the construction for dress shoes, leather shoes, and any context where the sock needs to be invisible inside the shoe and precise above it. For crew socks and visible above-the-shoe dressing, see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/democratiquesocks.com\/collections\/athletique-classique-socks\"\u003eAthletique Classique →\u003c\/a\u003e\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\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Originals Fine Rib — DS1006\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Navy\u003c\/li\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\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\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mid-calf — holds position inside dress shoes and above the ankle\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 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\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 darks or mid-tones — navy can transfer onto very light fabrics; avoid washing with pure whites\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\"\u003eIs navy better than black for dress socks?\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"dq-faq-a\"\u003eFor most wardrobes, yes — navy is more versatile. Black dress socks read correctly with black shoes and very dark formal suits, but they can look heavy with brown leather, tan shoes, or the lighter end of the suit spectrum. Navy reads correctly with black shoes (the colour difference is minimal in low light), correctly with brown and tan leather (the cool-warm contrast is classic and deliberate), and correctly with navy suits (tonal continuity). The only context where black is definitively the better choice is a black-tie outfit or a black suit with black shoes — in every other formal or smart casual context, navy has the broader application.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cp class=\"dq-faq-q\"\u003eHow does this differ from the Fine Rib Black?\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"dq-faq-a\"\u003eSame DS1006 construction, different colour register and application. The \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/democratiquesocks.com\/collections\/solid-color-socks\/products\/originals-fine-rib-socks-black\"\u003eFine Rib Black\u003c\/a\u003e is the absolute neutral — the darkest possible solid, appropriate in any formal context, the correct choice with black shoes and black suits. Fine Rib Navy is the foundation colour with the broader wardrobe application — works with black shoes, brown shoes, navy suits, charcoal suits, denim, and everything in between. Most wardrobes need both; if you can only have one, navy covers more ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cp class=\"dq-faq-q\"\u003eIs there a striped navy version?\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"dq-faq-a\"\u003eSeveral, across different constructions. The \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/democratiquesocks.com\/collections\/striped-socks-men\/products\/originals-ultralight-stripes-socks-navy-off-white-ribbed\"\u003eUltralight Stripes Navy \/ Off White\u003c\/a\u003e is a 200-needle fine micro-stripe on the same thin dress-sock construction — formal-capable, understated. The \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/democratiquesocks.com\/collections\/all-originals\/products\/originals-ultralight-power-stripes-organic-cotton-navy-off-white\"\u003ePower Stripes Navy \/ Off White\u003c\/a\u003e is a 168-needle wider stripe — more visible, smart casual. And the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/democratiquesocks.com\/collections\/athletique-classique-socks\/products\/athletique-classique-clean-stripes-organic-cotton-clear-white-new-blue\"\u003eAthletique Classique Clean Stripes Navy\u003c\/a\u003e is a heavier crew sock with a bold navy stripe band at the cuff — casual, sport-heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cp class=\"dq-faq-q\"\u003eHow many pairs do I need?\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"dq-faq-a\"\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/democratiquesocks.com\/collections\/solid-color-socks\/products\/12-pack-originals-fine-rib-socks-navy\"\u003e12-pack Navy\u003c\/a\u003e (600 DKK, saving 17% vs buying individually) is for those who have resolved the question. The \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/democratiquesocks.com\/collections\/solid-color-socks\/products\/3-pack-originals-fine-rib-socks-navy-forest-green-black\"\u003e3-pack Navy \/ Forest Green \/ Black\u003c\/a\u003e (180 DKK) is the starting position — the three colours that cover the full formal and smart casual wardrobe between them.\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\/products\/12-pack-originals-fine-rib-socks-navy\"\u003e12-pack Navy — 600 DKK, save 17% →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/democratiquesocks.com\/collections\/solid-color-socks\/products\/3-pack-originals-fine-rib-socks-navy-forest-green-black\"\u003e3-pack Navy \/ Forest Green \/ Black →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/democratiquesocks.com\/collections\/solid-color-socks\/products\/originals-fine-rib-socks-black\"\u003eFine Rib Black — the other foundation colour →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/democratiquesocks.com\/collections\/solid-color-socks\/products\/originals-fine-rib-socks-forest-green\"\u003eFine Rib Forest Green — the earthy accent →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/democratiquesocks.com\/collections\/striped-socks-men\/products\/originals-ultralight-stripes-socks-navy-off-white-ribbed\"\u003eUltralight Stripes Navy \/ Off White — the formal micro-stripe version →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/democratiquesocks.com\/collections\/all-originals\/products\/originals-ultralight-power-stripes-organic-cotton-navy-off-white\"\u003ePower Stripes Navy \/ Off White — the bold stripe version →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/democratiquesocks.com\/collections\/athletique-classique-socks\/products\/athletique-classique-clean-stripes-organic-cotton-clear-white-new-blue\"\u003eAthletique Classique Navy — the crew sock version →\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        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Democratique Socks","offers":[{"title":"41-46","offer_id":40096857161890,"sku":"DS1006-NY-4146","price":60.0,"currency_code":"DKK","in_stock":true},{"title":"36-40","offer_id":47232279085405,"sku":"DS1006-NY-3640","price":60.0,"currency_code":"DKK","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0517\/8939\/8178\/files\/DS1006-NY-Originals_Fine_Rib_Socks_Navy.jpg?v=1777373648","url":"https:\/\/democratiquesocks.com\/nl\/products\/originals-fine-rib-socks-navy","provider":"Democratique Socks - Premium Socks Designed in Denmark","version":"1.0","type":"link"}