The 12 Best Fuzzy Socks for Next-Level Lounging, Tested & Reviewed

What to Look for in Fuzzy Socks

• Material: Most fuzzy socks are made of polyester with a small amount of spandex, elastane, nylon, or acrylic woven in for stretch, durability, and shape retention. You'll also find natural materials, such as wool and cotton, which are typically blended with synthetic fibers to help with wear resistance and prevent shrinking. Kristine Kilty, a UK-based creative fashion director, recommends opting for socks with higher proportions of natural fibers where possible to minimize sweat and odor. She likes to look for “wording such as ‘moisture-wicking,’ ‘temperature-regulating’ or ‘heat technology.’”
• Softness and Texture: Softness is the key to any pair of fuzzy socks. But beyond that, there's some variation in what constitutes fuzziness. Some are fluffier with longer, almost furry fibers, while others have shorter, nubblier piles. This is a matter of personal preference—just remember that thicker, plusher socks are harder to fit into shoes.
• Height: You can find crew-length, knee-high, slouchy, ankle, and no-show fuzzy socks. We realize there are many big opinions about what sock height is currently cool (see the Princess Diana trend). And although we can get behind some trends, fuzzy socks are primarily for at-home use, so buy whatever style you love wearing most. With that in mind, “mid-calf styles are versatile as you can pull them up or ruche them down to make them appear shorter,” says Kilty.
• Fit: A majority of the fuzzy socks we found come in one size, and since they're stretchy, they're supposed to fit most foot sizes. But if your feet are larger or smaller than average, you might want to look for socks with multiple size options. Design-wise, “opt for a soft pair that are lightweight, constructed well and offer snug compression,” says Kilty. “Avoid styles that are too loose, as they will slip down the legs and off your feet. I choose styles that have a small rib at the top, as it’s a good indicator they will stay up.”
  

Meet Our Experts

To get a more in-depth idea of the best fuzzy socks on offer we tapped the expertise of the following experts.

• Kristine Kilty is a UK-based fashion director and stylist to the likes of Jourdan Dunn, Naomie Harris, Nick Jonas, and Lewis Hamilton.
• Tamra Nicole Byrd is a fashion stylist and the owner of Tamra Nicole Styling Agency.
• Samantha Brown is a personal stylist based in New York City.

Why Trust Byrdie

Iris Goldsztajn is a Paris-born, London-based writer with 10 years of experience covering fashion, beauty, wellness and lifestyle. Iris has been a contributing writer for Byrdie since 2024, writing fashion and beauty stories. To find the best fuzzy socks on the market, Iris tested four pairs from the most-loved brands out there, and conducted hours of research to find the fuzziest, most long-lasting socks out there.

According to our Diversity Pledge, 15% of products in our newly-published market roundups will feature Black-owned and/or Black-founded brands. At the time of publishing, we were not able to find enough fuzzy socks products from a Black-owned and/or Black-founded business to meet this percentage. If you know of one we should consider, please email us at [email protected], and we will evaluate the product ASAP.