15 Sustainable Socks 🧦 Our Top Picks

Last Updated on June 22, 2022

Socks are something many of us use regularly and a great way to support sustainable and ethical brands as they aren’t an item most people can (or want to) buy secondhand. Also since they don’t have the same fit issues as clothing they are easier to order online and more affordable at a lower price point than clothes.

Whether you’re looking for fun colours and patterns or classic neutrals, these are some great sustainable and organic sock brands I’ve found – many of which we’ve tested out and love!

(please note: some affiliate links are used in this roundup)

Conscious Step

Organic cotton and fair trade socks that give back – every pair donates $1 to a partnered charity or organization.

My husband and I both own Conscious Step socks and we like the fit and arch support!

-The Breakdown-
Product: men’s and women’s socks, classic and ankle styles in patterns and colourful solids
Great for: everyday wear and personalized gifts
Conscious Highlights: GOTS certified cotton & factories, fair trade certified, vegan brand, gives back
Ordering: based in USA, ships international (but not all countries)

Q for Quinn

Colourful socks, mostly for some kids but also with some great adult options. Q for Quinn has both organic cotton and merino wool options.

These are a huge hit in our family, we love the soft cotton and the matching family sets are super fun.

-The Breakdown-
Product: men’s, women’s, children, and baby socks in colourful patterns
Great for: kids, gifts, statement socks, matching family socks
Conscious Highlights: GOTS certified, Oeko-Tex certified, gives back
Ordering: based in Canada, ships international

Psst. You can also use coupon code MYGREENCLOSET for 10% off Q for Quinn!

Organic Basics

Classic, neutral socks in a variety of cuts as well as sport socks (which include anti-odor technology). You can also save some $ with their sock packs.

-The Breakdown-
Product: men’s and women’s socks, classic, ankle, no-show and sport styles in neutrals
Great for: everyday wear and sports, affordable packs
Conscious Highlights: sustainable materials, GOTS certified organic cotton, certified factories (check out the various certifications each factory has here)
Ordering: based in Denmark, ships international – they have both an EU site and US site

Friday Sock Co.

A great option if you’re looking for fun patterns and graphics. I love the “mismatched” idea and these also make great, useful gifts.

Their socks are made in Italy from Oeko-Tex certified cotton, and they also recently introduced a recycled cotton collection.

-The Breakdown-
Product: men’s, women’s, children, and baby socks, classic and ankle styles in colourful patterns
Great for: fun graphics, personalized gifts, statement socks
Conscious Highlights: Oeko-Tex certified, some recycled cotton, small-batch production
Ordering: based in Canada, ships international

Harvest & Mill

With a focus on local production and regenerative agriculture Harvest & Mill offers a selection of organic, undyed and color-grown cotton socks.

We really appreciate how Harvest & Mill take sustainability to the next level.

-The Breakdown-
Product: women’s and men’s classic socks in neutral colours
Great for: people with skin sensitivities or those looking for undyed options
Conscious Highlights: supports regenerative farming, circularity initiatives, vegan brand, made in USA
Ordering: based in USA, ships international

Kind Socks

Fun and colourful patterned socks. Made from organic cotton in a GOTS certified factory in Turkey.

-The Breakdown-
Product: unisex socks, classic/crew style in colourful patterns
Great for: fun and bright statement socks
Conscious Highlights: GOTS certified, gives back
Ordering: based in Sweden, ships international

PACT

Variety of sock styles in neutral colours, made from organic cotton. They also have sock packs which are a great affordable option.

I have some of their ankle socks and love them!

-The Breakdown-
Product: men’s and women’s socks, classic, ankle, knee and no-show styles in neutrals
Great for: everyday wear, affordable packs
Conscious Highlights: GOTS certified organic cotton, fair trade certified factories
Ordering: based in USA, ships international

Maggie’s Organics

Large selection of organic cotton and wool socks in a variety of styles and cuts.

-The Breakdown-
Product: unisex and baby socks, classic, ankle, sport, and dress style in colours, patterns & neutrals
Great for: something for everyone
Conscious Highlights: GOTS certified, made in USA, gives back
Ordering: based in US, ships international

Swedish Stockings

Best known as a sustainable tights/stockings brand, Swedish Stockings also had a selection of fashion-forward sock styles made from their recycled nylon.

I have both a pair of open knit and over-the-knee socks and love using them to add some style and interest to an outfit.

-The Breakdown-
Product: women’s socks
Great for: stylish statement socks
Conscious Highlights: recycled materials, take-back/recycling program
Ordering: based in Sweden, ships international

Allbirds

Made from a blend of Tencel, Merino wool, recycled nylon and spandex, available in a selection of cuts and colours.

-The Breakdown-
Product: unisex socks, classic, ankle, no-show, and sport style in a range of colours
Great for: odor and moisture wicking properties
Conscious Highlights: sustainable materials, certified B Corp
Ordering: based in US, ships international, also have a Canadian store

Qnoop

Organic cotton colourful and neutral socks with buttons to keep pairs together in the wash.

-The Breakdown-
Product: men’s, women’s, and kid’s socks, classic style in neutral and colourful patterns and solids
Great for: anyone who is tired of losing socks
Conscious Highlights: GOTS certified
Ordering: based in the Netherlands, ships international

Thought

Huge selection of patterned socks, mostly made from a bamboo & recycled polyester blend but also with organic cotton, hemp, and other options.

-The Breakdown-
Product: men’s and women’s socks, classic and ankle styles in colourful patterns and solids
Great for: fun patterns, statement socks, and gifts
Conscious Highlights: sustainable materials, plastic-free packaging
Ordering: based in UK, ships international

Boody

Bamboo socks in neutral colours and a variety of classic cuts.

-The Breakdown-
Product: men’s, women’s, and baby socks, classic, ankle, sport, and no-show styles in neutrals
Great for: classic styles in neutral colours
Conscious Highlights: Ecocert certified, Oeko-Tex certified, FSC certified, WRAP certified, vegan brand
Ordering: initially based in Australia but now with many branches internationally

Sustainable Compression Socks?

This question popped up recently and I found two brands to share!

Comrad (USA) – A company specializing in compression socks and they have a new style made from recycled cotton.

Rockay (Denmark & USA) – A running/athletic brand with a compression option made from recycled nylon and even recycled elastane.

Do you have a favourite sustainable sock brand I missed? Please share them in the comments!

Last updated: June 22, 2022