COMMON SOCK WOES
COMMON SOCK WOES
WE'RE WIDTH YOU
The Problem: Everybody needs socks, but not every body is the same. Those of us with wide legs, ankles, or feet are underserved and rightfully unhappy, because after years of searching, we still can’t find a sock that fits.
The Solution: Sock standards didn’t exist for wide legs and feet – so we created them. You can now buy wide socks that fit; no hacking required. Easy on, easy off, and easy everything in between.
Check out Wide Open solutions to other common sock woes below.
The Problem: Most socks aren’t made to fit wider feet or calves. So, you need to stretch them out just to get them on.
The Solution: Instead of stretching socks, choose socks made to stretch — ones designed to fit your feet and legs. Wide Open socks are made to accommodate wider feet and calves — no stretching required.
The Problem: No one likes pulling off their socks to find deep indentations or painful marks from a too narrow fit or too strong cuff elastic.
The Solution: While it's normal for socks to leave shallow marks on your legs (especially if you're dehydrated), these should fade quickly. Correctly fitting socks should never cause deep, painful indentations. Our Just Right Cuff offers the perfect stretch that’s not too tight or restrictive and is lined with smooth alternate stitches for all-day comfort.
The Problem: Socks are often too narrow, which can cut off circulation or cause swelling.
The Solution: Wide Open socks are made with extra stretch and width in the foot, ankle, and calf. We offer the perfect stretch that’s not too tight or restrictive.
The Problem: Socks that have a tight toe box can lead to smushed or cramped toes.
The Solution: Wide Open socks feature a roomy toe box that allows your toes to wiggle naturally.
The Problem: Bulky toe seams and bunching fabric can limit stretch as well as cause blisters and irritation.
The Solution: Wide Open socks are seamless, so there’s no place where our stretch is interrupted. Seam-free, happy toes.
The Problem: Cheap socks wear out quickly. They go threadbare in the heel and get holes in the toes.
The Solution: High-quality fibers like Merino Wool, reinforced knitting zones, and a just-right fit work together to help prevent holes. If you do get a hole, we'll replace your pair free of charge with our Lifetime Guarantee.
The Problem: Socks may not have enough stretch as they turn from your feet to your leg, leaving your ankles constrained.
The Solution: Wide Open’s patented Wide Flex Stretch™ means there’s lots of stretch everywhere – including the ankle area.
The Problem: Low-quality socks pill easily and shed fibers that stick to your skin, especially when they’re new.
The Solution: High-quality yarns, a dense knit, and thoughtful sock care routines help reduce pilling and shedding, so your socks stay intact and your feet stay lint-free.
The Problem: Some wool socks are scratchy, especially against sensitive skin.
The Solution: Not all wool is itchy. High-quality Merino Wool is soft, breathable, and naturally odor-resistant — perfect for all-day wear.
The Problem: Friction, moisture, and poor-fitting socks are the biggest culprits behind blisters.
The Solution: Wide Open socks knit with Merino Wool naturally wick moisture and fit right without slipping — protecting you from blisters before they start.