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Cold feet make for a miserable travel experience, even if you’re in the most beautiful location. Our readers voted for the warmest socks for winter travel. Find out what they chose!

 

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Warmest Socks for Winter

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Travel Fashion Girl help! A reader asks:

 

Does anyone have recommendations for warm socks for winter that are medium weight? My “warm” socks (including a smartwool pair) have not held up in the recent cold temperatures in Portland, Oregon. I’m headed to Denver for 4 months and know it’ll be just as cold or colder there. Thanks!

 

To help you make the most of your winter gear and limited luggage space, start by reading these general tips on packing for cold weather travel:

• Capsule Wardrobe for Winter
• How to Pack for Cold Weather
• How to Stay Warm in Cold Weather
• Extreme Cold Weather Clothing Strategies
• The Secret to Packing Light in Winter
• The Best Travel Shoes for Winter

 

Socks are like the underdogs of an outfit. They’re easy to overlook and neglect, but they’re a packing essential, especially if you’re headed to a cold location. Here’s what our readers rated as the warmest socks for winter travel.

 

 

Best Warm Socks for Winter

 

 

Darn Tough Vermont 1/4 Cushion Socks

 

Darn Tough Merino Wool Socks

 

Darn Tough socks are just that — darn tough. They’re made from a mix of merino wool, nylon, and spandex for a comfortable fit. With high density terry loop padding, the sock won’t wear down even when you’re hiking nonstop.

One reader said they’re great due to their lifetime warranty, with another adding, “Darn Toughs are awesome,” and a third reader saying, “I’ll never even bother buying another brand of sock again. They’re made in Vermont and are designed for the winters there”.

Sounds like these may be some of the warmest socks available! You can also get the Darn Tough socks Amazon sells as a high rise sock and as a no-show sock.

 

Find out why merino wool is the best fabric for cold weather travels!

 

 

Alvada Merino Wool Thermal Socks

 

Editor’s Pick: Alvada Merino Wool Socks

 

Alvada merino wool hiking socks are built to provide you with total support, comfort and warmth that will last all season long. Blended with nylon to promote a comfortable, itch free experience, these are warm socks  with a cushioned footbed and reinforced heel and toe.

I really find them to be cozy, and they’re the most comfortable winter socks ever, far better than any slippers I’ve had on. The thicker fabric is so warm!

 

Want to look your best when traveling but still be comfortable and warm. Read my travel tips to Pack Light Stylishly!

 

 

Icebreaker Merino Lifestyle Light Crew

 

Icebreaker Merino Light Crew Socks

 

Like the Darn Tough socks, Icebreaker comes with a lifetime guarantee. Made from a mix of merino wool, nylon, and lycra, the fabric offers odor resistance. They’re some of the warmest socks yet still lightweight, durable, and strong.

Plus, the reinforced heel and achilles support keep your feet comfortable. One reader said, “great socks for keeping you warm.”

 

These are the best under layers to keep the rest of your body warm, too!

 

 

Unbound Merino Ankle Merino Wool Socks

 

Unbound Merino Merino Wool Socks

 

There’s nothing worse than excruciating blisters while you’re exploring a new place, but with the Unbound Merino ankle merino wool socks, you won’t suffer that fate! The merino wool fabric will leave you with dry feet! It has a breathable vents that keeps you dry throughout the day and odor-resistant quality which is perfect for travel and active pursuits.

A review mentions how much she loves her socks, “I love these socks for so many reasons- has a little cushion and that makes it so comfortable, hugs your foot without being tight, kept my feet dry when it was raining and I did not detect any odor like other socks do. I did a lot of walking on vacation so that was a good test. In addition to all of the above, they are made so well and it really makes difference on your feet.”

 

 

Bombas Merino Wool Calf Socks

 

Bombas Merino Wool Calf Socks

 

These merino wool socks from Bombas are blended with polyester and spandex which not only adds a comfy amount of stretch, but also a built-in support system that cradles the arch of your foot! Because merino wool is thermoregulating, these socks will keep you warm without feeling overly hot, and their moisture-wicking properties keep things dry and fresh! 

They also add extra cushioning, and both the heel and toes are seamless for extra comfort. A reader adds, “I love Bombas! The fit and feel on my feet are wonderful! And I love that they donate socks.” 

 

 

SEALSKINZ Waterproof All Weather Mid Length Sock

 

SEALSKINZ All Weather Wool Socks

 

SEALSKINZ socks are designed to be 100% waterproof, while remaining breathable and comfortable on warm wet days, making them the best wool socks for winter when there’s more moisture on the ground. They’re padded at the heel and toe with flat seams to protect you from chafing. The inner layer is merino wool lined with sweat-wicking technology to keep your feet cool, dry, and warm.

 

 

Columbia Low Cut Trail Running Performance Sock

 

Columbia Medium Weight Wool Socks

 

Columbia is a popular brand for hiking gear, from jackets to backpacks. But many travelers don’t realize they make warm winter socks, too!

These socks are designed for trail running, so they have moisture-wicking fabric arch support to combat against fatigue, along with mesh zones for improved breathability to keep your feet warm and dry.

 

 Check out this post on the best no-show socks!

 

 

Bamboo Super Soft Moisture Wicking Socks

 

Bamboo Moisture Wicking Socks

 

Bamboo fabric is beneficial for moisture-wicking and antibacterial qualities, so it’s no surprise that it can also be used to make comfy socks! One reader loves them, saying, “they are lightweight, incredibly soft, and kept my feet really warm in the cold rain. They really held up on the backpacking trips in the Pacific rainforest, too.”

These warm socks also have a cushioned sole and an anti-slip design on the heel to make sure the sock stays in place.

 

Here’s our readers’ top picks for the best compression socks!

 

 

EnerWear Merino Wool Crew Sock

 

EnerWear Merino Wool Socks

 

For a more budget option, try these EnerWear quick dry socks, they come in multi-pack bundles and are priced similarly to other socks that only sell one pair. They come in a range of colors and designs, made from a high-quality merino wool blend for 72-hour odor control. The footbed is cushioned with a reinforced heel and toe box and a seamless toe finish.

One wearer shares, “I wore these on heavy rotation during a three-week cold-weather vacation. Even when my feet were sweating, they didn’t get cold. When I peeled the sweaty wet socks off at the end of long walking days, they didn’t even smell!” Another adds, “These socks are just the best. They keep my feet totally warm and dry. They don’t get stinky at all and they don’t shrink. Best of all, they’re oh-so-soft.”

 

 

Smartwool Hike Crew Medium Merino Wool Socks

 

Smartwool Merino Wool Socks

 

Another brand highly rated by TFG readers, and these Smartwool socks Amazon carries are lightly padded, but comfortable, with a flexible ankle zone and seamless toe area. Like other Smartwool products, they can be worn for three or more days before changing to a new pair of socks and won’t smell!

Reviews agree that these socks, albeit pricey, are worth the cost, one shares, “Smartwool socks are well worth the extra cost because they last longer and hold up in the wash. They keep feet cushioned, dry, cool, and have good arch support that helps if you struggle with plantar fasciitis.”

 

 

DANISH ENDURANCE Merino Wool Cushioned Hiking Socks

 

DANISH ENDURANCE Merino Wool Cushioned Socks

 

Another highly recommended brand is Danish Endurance. These durable sweat-wicking merino wool socks will keep you warm in the winter and cool in the summer while the spongy cushions and padded areas will stop you getting any blisters.

Reviews sing praises for these pillow sole socks. With users rating them for both “durability and comfort,” and others sharing “These are the only socks I will buy from now on.” But be warned they do run larger than expected, so you might need to size down.

 

 

Super Feet Premium Insoles

 

Superfeet Thermal Insoles

 

Along with warm socks, insoles can help keep your feet warm. One reader recommended the Superfeet thermal insoles, sharing, “I bought a pair to wear in a pair of their ballet flats. They kept my feet warm in 30-degree weather”.

The insoles are great to add to shoes you’ll be wearing for long periods of time. They’ll make your shoes comfier and keep your feet toasty. They’re also reasonably priced for the quality and you can use them in any pair of shoes.

 

 

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What do you think are the warmest socks for winter travel? Please share in the comments!

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For more ideas on what to wear in cold weather, please read:

• Top Women Sweaters 
• How to Pack for Cold Weather
• Best Thermal Underwear for Women
• Best Merino Wool Clothing

 

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