I have given this a lot of thought.  Every time i buy new socks i wonder the
Point of the offerings, in cotton.  Perhaps a blend not yet achieved is in order?

Perhaps more trad is the ragg wool for the breathability.

Yes, cotton socks are uncomfortable compared with wool/silk socks. In summer the linen socks are the best way to go. The problem with linen is that there are no interesting patterns available, so on some warmer days (not hot days) l will compromise and wear a cotton sock, but the sock will be stunning with beautiful patterns. See...this is the big thing, sometimes wool and linen must be passed over for beautiful patterns that cotton socks have. Socks (sox) aren't perfect, often a compromise has to be made.

It is very important to get socks right. Most men fail to do this.

I have heard good things about Falke but have always avoided them because of the high poly count. Yes, over the calf socks are mandatory. 

I've worn Bresciani and others, but l never really understood what socks were really about until I wore the Gallo `tailoring line' socks. While Bresciani and others are decent covers for the feet, the Gallo (top line) are extraordinary works of art that display the highest art of hosiery making. I buy two different types, the 100% wools and the 100% cotton stripes that are STUNNING. Prefer all natural fibers if l can get it. They are costly, but sometimes a treat needs to be had for the feet, especially on nice sunny days when our mood is very jovial. I wear these sox with extraordinary  stunning trousers and with brilliant handmade shoos.   

Here are the cottons l always go for in different colours:
https://www.gallo1927.com/eu_en/men-s-long-ocean-blue-plated-cotton-socks-3847.html

https://www.gallo1927.com/eu_en/men-s-long-royal-poppy-plated-cotton-socks-3835.html

I also like these argyles sold by Kabbaz. They are not in the league of Gallo `tailoring line', but they are decent for a bloke like me who sometimes settles for a lesser sock than he really deserves.

https://customshirt1.com/collections/mens-dress-socks/products/argyles-supersoft-over-the-calf-pima-cotton-socks?variant=30438409601099

https://customshirt1.com/collections/mens-dress-socks/products/argyles-stunning-extrafine-merino-over-the-calf-argyle-socks?variant=30438428934219

I also wear Viccel, but it is not a traditional sock house, and it shows. Sometimes the socks are wonderful, other times they are inconsistent. I like their silk/wool offerings the best, but l also do some cotton on a nice Spring or Autumn day.

For Winter the Corgi 2/4 silk/cashmere/wools are the order of the season. I also do the made-in-England rare alpaca socks too.

It pays to have great socks.

Gallo sound very nice indeed.  Reassuringly expensive.
Falke are simply not worth the money.  They tear after a number of wearings/washings.  Only my Argyle have stood the test of time and they're now thinning.
Shooey is correct to draw these names to our attention.

Chums.  Sad to see no love for Falkery. 

The Bristol in wool over the calf.  Superlative!  Cannot believe reports to
The contrary!

The cotton “airport??  model not so good.   

The other cotton I mentioned above perhaps doesn’t
Hold up like others (esp the old Press and Dore) but nice

I’m not looking for long term value in Sox.  Only shoos.

I stocked up with Falke, Burlington and Pantherella late summer last year.  Smaller sizes were £5 a pair.

^ The older I get, the more I agree with Shooey on the pleasure principle.

Thanks you for conversation. I like alpaca socks but, vicuna sock is nice too!

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These socks, last me long time although the merino sock, is too dense for abirritation.

https://dueplesocks.com/

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His suits were cheesy, but his life was interesting. I wish him, much disco dancing in heaven.

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Alpaca — have you tried the vicuña boxer shorts or, tee-tops?

I find there are few things better than an impeccably stocked and organised sock draw. Took decades to learn it and appreciate it, but if one puts in the work to acquire all the quality socks in all different colours and designs and materials, and if it is all presented in a showcase way, it is so therapeutic and relaxing. I love going to my sock draw every day for selecting a pair, and l love organising my draw. If you haven't done it, it is well worth a try. I have about 70 in the rotation at any one time, but it gives me enough choices to be really happy. I have silk/wools, linens, alpaca, cottons, thicker sox for winter etc.