McGregor
Non-Elastic Ribbed Wool Dress Socks
The Non-Elastic Ribbed Wool Dress Socks by McGregor at Le 31 are fine-knit dress socks made from a wool, acrylic, and polyester blend. They feature an elastic-free trim, with a ribbed leg section and a smoother knit foot and toe area. These socks are designed for formal or dress use, offering a comfortable fit without elastic constriction.
- Material
- wool, acrylic and polyester blend
- Style
- formal, classic
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Underwear & Socks > Socks
Specifications
Ribbed wool dress socks with elastic-free trim, fine knit in a wool, acrylic and polyester blend.
Fine knit, elastic-free trim, ribbed construction
- Material
- wool, acrylic and polyester blend
- Secondary
- acrylic, polyester
- Style
- formal, classic
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Underwear & Socks > Socks
Additional Attributes
- ribbed knit
- fine knit
- wool blend
- acrylic
- polyester
- elastic-free trim
- non-elastic
- dress socks
Product Insights
The McGregor Non-Elastic Ribbed Wool Dress Socks use a ribbed knit and wool memory to stay up without elastic, eliminating calf constriction while providing a comfortable fit for sizes 6–12. The wool blend insulates and wicks moisture, reinforced by acrylic and polyester for shape retention. Priced at $9.99 CAD on sale, they offer a value compared to a merino competitor, though they require gentle machine washing and air drying. The elastic-free construction is said to outlast typical elasticized dress socks.
Verified claims
- Circulation
- An elastic-free calf band removes the point of constriction that can restrict venous return when legs swell during the day.
- Non-elastic hold
- Ribbed knit, fine gauge, and wool memory keep the sock up without elastic.
- Warmth
- 40% wool, 38% acrylic, 21% polyester, 1% spandex blend provides natural insulation for cooler weather.
- Value
- Sale-priced at $9.99 CAD, it is 13% cheaper than Vagden's 60% merino wool dress sock.
- Price advantage
- Sale price of $9.99 CAD is 13% less than the Vagden merino competitor.
- Sizing
- One size fits men's shoe sizes 6–12, simplifying purchase.
- Blend reinforcement
- Acrylic/polyester blend maintains grip and shape without elastic.
- Insulation
- Wool provides natural insulation for warmth in cool weather.
- Moisture management
- Moisture-wicking blend helps keep feet dry in dress shoes.
- Durability
- The elastic-free trim won't degrade the way an elastic band does, though it may gradually stretch with repeated washing.
- Care
- Machine wash cold on a gentle cycle; lay flat to air dry to avoid shrinkage. If a dryer is used, keep it on low heat.
- Formal suitability
- The fine-ribbed wool-blend sock keeps a formal silhouette, so an elastic-free option can still look polished for the office or formal events.
- Softness and pilling
- The acrylic and polyester components enhance softness and resist pilling and wear while maintaining a smooth hand.
Product record
- Title
- Non-Elastic Ribbed Wool Dress Socks
- Brand
- McGregor
- Price
- 16 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 6 sourcesProduct comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Non-Elastic Ribbed Wool Dress Socks: Choose these if you want dress socks with an elastic-free trim and a fine, ribbed wool-blend knit (40% wool) that is easy-care and wicks away moisture. They come in brown in a one-size fit, with a smoother knit foot and toe area. Note that toe seams are visible as subtle stitch lines, which may matter if you prefer a seamless look.[1,2,3] | Non-Elastic Wool-Blend Dress Socks: Choose this for everyday office wear and cold-weather commutes if you want a band-free top that reviewers say avoids deep calf marks even after 12-hour days while still staying up, with a wool-blend warmth reviewers found suitable for freezing temperatures. Note that elastic is reportedly knitted into the rest of the sock despite the non-elastic label, so reviewers caution that diabetics or anyone with circulation or medical restrictions should avoid them. Also, sizing is reported as inconsistent—the long version runs excessively long, so order the standard length or size down to avoid bunching—and recent batches are said to have less wool, making them less warm, soft, and durable than older versions.[4] | Solid Non-Elastic Dress Socks: Choose this if you want classic solid dress socks with an elastic-free trim, knit from a fine combed cotton blend (61% combed cotton with polyester, polyamide and a touch of spandex) in a smooth, closely woven texture with a turned-over cuff. They come in one size and three neutral colors (Black, Grey and Taupe), with stitched toe seams noted in product imagery. If you need a specific size fit rather than a one-size option, that may be a limitation to weigh.[5,6] |
Image Analysis
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Product
A pair of dark brown ribbed knit dress socks shown laid flat and overlapped, with a ribbed leg section and a smoother knit foot and toe area.
- Overall arrangementTwo socks laid flat and overlapping lengthwise, the right sock mostly on top of the left sock with toes aligned toward the lower right corner of the image.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.03 · w 0.84 · h 0.94 (high) - Leg section ribbingUpper and mid portions of the socks feature vertical ribbed knit texture running from the cuff down toward the ankle.
1 region
x 0.17 · y 0.05 · w 0.66 · h 0.60 (high) - Foot and toe constructionFoot and toe areas use a finer, smoother knit without visible ribbing; toe seams are visible as subtle stitch lines across the ends.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.60 · w 0.78 · h 0.36 (high) - Cuff finishTop cuff has a straight, unrolled edge with the ribbing continuing to the very top, forming a narrow band.
1 region
x 0.29 · y 0.02 · w 0.43 · h 0.09 (high)
Other
Studio shot on a light gray background with soft shadow; image cropped to include full socks with modest whitespace around edges.
- Background and surfacePlain light gray background with a subtle soft shadow visible beneath the socks, indicating overhead lighting.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Shot compositionVertical portrait framing with socks centered and rotated slightly so toes point to lower right; left and right edges of socks are fully visible.
- Image qualitySharp focus across the socks with visible knit texture and even studio lighting; no visible text or labels in the scene.
Colors
dark brown· ribbed leg#3A2A25dark brown· foot and toe#3A2B26- Overall arrangementTwo socks laid flat and overlapping lengthwise, the right sock mostly on top of the left sock with toes aligned toward the lower right corner of the image.