{"product_id":"originals-fine-rib-socks-palm-springs-blue","title":"Originals Fine Rib Socks Palm Springs Blue","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 — Palm Springs Blue\u003c\/h1\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Light blue is the colour that makes an outfit feel like summer regardless of the season. Palm Springs Blue sits in the sweet spot between sky blue and powder blue — sun-faded and relaxed, but clean enough to work with loafers and tailored trousers. The only colour in the Originals Fine Rib range that belongs equally at a pool terrace and a smart casual Friday. Same \u003cstrong\u003e200-needle organic combed cotton\u003c\/strong\u003e construction, same \u003cstrong\u003ehand-linked toe seam\u003c\/strong\u003e, same \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/democratiquesocks.com\/blogs\/news\/oeko-tex-explained-what-it-means-for-socks\"\u003eOEKO-TEX certification\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\u003ePalm Springs Blue is a mid-light blue with a slightly faded, sun-bleached quality — not as pale as ice blue, not as saturated as cornflower. It reads as effortless: worn with white sneakers and chinos it looks like it was always there; worn with loafers and tailored trousers it signals a deliberately relaxed take on smart casual. The name says it all — this is warm-weather dressing with structure behind it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eAmong all the blues in menswear, this tone crosses the casual-smart boundary most cleanly. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/democratiquesocks.com\/collections\/solid-color-socks\/products\/originals-fine-rib-socks-navy\"\u003eNavy\u003c\/a\u003e is a formal neutral. Palm Springs Blue is a lifestyle accent — it belongs to the wardrobe you wear on a weekend in a European city, on a boat, at a terrace lunch, or at a creative office. A natural pairing with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/democratiquesocks.com\/blogs\/news\/how-to-wear-light-blue-socks-mens-style-guide-2026\"\u003elight blue denim, white linen, and summer neutrals\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest footwear:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cul\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eWhite canvas or leather sneakers — Converse, Air Force 1, clean minimal trainers — the definitive pairing, 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\u003eWhite leather loafers or boat shoes — tonal, summery, effortless\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eTan and sand suede shoes and loafers — 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\u003eLight brown leather Derby or Oxford shoes\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eTan suede Chelsea or chukka boots — see \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/democratiquesocks.com\/blogs\/news\/best-socks-for-boots-chelsea-chukka-derby\"\u003esocks for boots guide →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest trousers:\u003c\/strong\u003e White or off-white chinos · Ecru or sand linen · Light denim · Pale grey wool · Beige or camel\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\"\u003eResort \/ summer\u003c\/span\u003e\n          \u003cspan class=\"dq-pill\"\u003eCreative business casual\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin-top:.85em;\"\u003e\n          \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/democratiquesocks.com\/blogs\/news\/how-to-wear-light-blue-socks-mens-style-guide-2026\"\u003eHow to wear light blue socks — men's style guide →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\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 light 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 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 light blue tone and prevents fading\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 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 shade of blue is Palm Springs Blue?\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"dq-faq-a\"\u003ePalm Springs Blue is a mid-light blue with a slightly sun-faded, bleached quality — warmer and more relaxed than ice blue or powder blue, lighter and less formal than cornflower or royal blue. It sits in the tonal range of a well-worn blue Oxford shirt or faded summer denim. The name references the warm, sun-bleached palette of California desert resort style: relaxed, refined, and seasonless.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cp class=\"dq-faq-q\"\u003eWhat is the difference between Palm Springs Blue and Navy?\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"dq-faq-a\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/democratiquesocks.com\/collections\/solid-color-socks\/products\/originals-fine-rib-socks-navy\"\u003eNavy\u003c\/a\u003e is a dark, formal cool-toned neutral — the foundational dress sock colour that works across business formal and smart casual equally. Palm Springs Blue is a light, casual accent colour that belongs in relaxed smart casual and resort contexts. Navy disappears into a formal outfit; Palm Springs Blue is visible, seasonal, and lifestyle-driven. They complement rather than compete: navy anchors the wardrobe, Palm Springs Blue lightens it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cp class=\"dq-faq-q\"\u003eWhat shoes work best with light blue socks?\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"dq-faq-a\"\u003eWhite sneakers are the definitive pairing — the light blue creates a clean, tonal contrast that feels deliberate and fresh. White or cream leather loafers and boat shoes work equally well for a more dressed-up summer look. Tan suede shoes and light brown leather also complement the warm-light quality of Palm Springs Blue. Dark shoes — black Oxford, dark brown formal leather — create a strong contrast that can work casually but may look disconnected in smarter contexts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cp class=\"dq-faq-q\"\u003eAre light blue socks appropriate for business casual outfits?\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"dq-faq-a\"\u003eYes, in creative and relaxed business casual environments: modern offices, client meetings in warmer months, settings where personal style is visible and welcome. Palm Springs Blue is less suited to conservative 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 the safer choice. Think of it as a seasonal accent that signals intentional dressing rather than default formality.\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 Palm Springs 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\"\u003eWhat outfits work best with Palm Springs Blue socks?\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"dq-faq-a\"\u003eThe strongest outfits are built around light, warm, or neutral tones: white or off-white chinos with white sneakers; sand linen trousers with tan loafers; light denim with canvas trainers. The sock works as a tonal accent that ties the light palette together rather than contrasting with it. It is the colour to reach for in spring and summer, on holiday, or whenever you want an outfit to feel more effortless than the standard dark rotation.\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. Palm Springs Blue 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 and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/democratiquesocks.com\/collections\/solid-color-socks\/products\/originals-fine-rib-socks-navy\"\u003enavy\u003c\/a\u003e for a summer-capable neutral 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\/blogs\/news\/how-to-wear-light-blue-socks-mens-style-guide-2026\"\u003eHow to wear light blue socks — style guide →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\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-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\"\u003eCasual 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\/solid-color-socks\/products\/originals-fine-rib-socks-bordeaux\"\u003eAutumn\/winter accent — Bordeaux →\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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