Smartwool
Fair Isle Merino Wool Socks
Fair Isle Merino Wool Socks are crew-length knit socks made from a merino wool and nylon blend designed to wick moisture and control odour, with elastic edging. They feature horizontal Fair Isle patterning in cream, gray, black, and deep red, with contrasting cream heel and toe sections. Available in Small (shoe sizes 4 to 6.5), Medium (7 to 9.5), and Large (10 to 12.5).
- Material
- merino wool and nylon blend
- Gender
- unisex
- Style
- classic, heritage
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Underwear & Socks > Socks
Color
Specifications
Fair Isle merino wool-blend socks with moisture-wicking and odour-control performance.
Merino wool and nylon blend, moisture-wicking, odour-controlling, elastic edging.
- Material
- merino wool and nylon blend
- Secondary
- nylon
- Style
- classic, heritage
- Occasion
- everyday, casual, weekend
- Gender
- unisex
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Underwear & Socks > Socks
Additional Attributes
- Fair Isle pattern
- Merino wool and nylon blend
- Moisture-wicking knit
- Odour-controlling properties
- Elastic edging
- Smartwool brand
- Available in small for shoe sizes 4 to 6.5
- Available in medium for shoe sizes 7 to 9.5
- Available in large for shoe sizes 10 to 12.5
- Knit construction
Product Insights
67% merino wool, 32% nylon, 1% spandex (retail listings may vary) Medium fits US women's 7-9.5 / men's 6-8.5; Large fits US women's 10-12.5 / men's 9-11.5 Light Cushion runs along the entire footbed Natural odour resistance extends wears between washes Machine wash gentle, tumble dry low; no bleach, ironing or dry cleaning Merino favors comfort and freshness over maximum toughness
Verified claims
- fit
- Unisex sizing rather than a women-specific last
- sizing
- Medium fits US women's 7-9.5 / men's 6-8.5; Large fits US women's 10-12.5 / men's 9-11.5
- sizing
- The Small 4-6.5 band is not a purchasable variant here
- fit
- Runs true to total foot length and keeps its fit with proper care
- construction
- Light Cushion runs along the entire footbed
- comfort
- Virtually Seamless toe closure
- construction
- Elastic ribbed cuff for stay-up fit
- style
- Crew-length Fair Isle design in Red with cream heel and toe
- material
- 67% merino wool, 32% nylon, 1% spandex (retail listings may vary)
- performance
- Merino absorbs and holds moisture away from skin
- performance
- Natural odour resistance extends wears between washes
- care
- Machine wash gentle, tumble dry low; no bleach, ironing or dry cleaning
- care
- For longest life, wool-care guidance favors mild detergent and air drying
- durability
- Nylon reinforcement targets heel, sole and toe abrasion
- durability
- Merino's crimp gives spring-back shape recovery
- comfort
- Fine merino fibres reduce prickle versus coarse wool
- performance
- Breathable and temperature-regulating for everyday wear
- use
- Best for everyday sneakers, low-profile shoes, casual wear and travel
- value
- 34 CAD buys a merino-rich, pattern-knit sock with Smartwool construction
- comparison
- Merino favors comfort and freshness over maximum toughness
- fit
- Fair Isle colorwork must stretch over the instep
Product record
- Title
- Fair Isle Merino Wool Socks
- Brand
- Smartwool
- Price
- 34 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 5 sourcesProduct comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Fair Isle Merino Wool Socks: Choose this if you want cozy crew socks in a traditional Fair Isle look, with a merino wool blend (67% merino wool, 32% nylon, 1% spandex) that wicks moisture and controls odour, ribbed cuffs and contrasting cream heel and toe. They come in Red, with size Medium for shoe sizes 7 to 9.5 and size Large for 10 to 12.5 available, while the listed size guide's Small range (shoe sizes 4 to 6.5) is not shown among currently offered variants.[1,2] | Otter Hiking Socks: Choose this if you want cushioned, hiking-ready socks with padding under the foot and blister protection. The merino wool and nylon blend wicks moisture and controls odour, while Indestructawool and Shred Shield technologies add durability in high-wear zones and at the toes, and the 4 Degree Elite Fit system with mesh zones offers a performance fit with breathability. Note that the Virtually Seamless toe and durability benefits are described by the brand as intended or helping effects, and this listing covers the Blue medium-size variant with a playful otter-motif crew design in purple and gray-beige tones.[3,4,5] |
Image Analysis
1 images- 01
Product
A pair of crew-length knit socks laid flat and overlapping, showing ribbed cuffs, patterned Fair Isle bands, contrasting heel and toe, and a printed mark on the sole.
- Overall shapeTwo crew-length socks laid flat and overlapped with the foot portions angled down and the cuffs at the top; visible outline shows a distinct heel cup and rounded toe shape.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.03 · w 0.90 · h 0.94 (high) - Cuff constructionWide ribbed cuff in a light cream color transitioning into a solid deep red ribbed band below the cuff.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.02 · w 0.76 · h 0.18 (high) - Fair Isle bandHorizontal Fair Isle knit bands across the leg and ankle areas combining cream, medium gray, black and deep red in geometric and zigzag motifs.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.18 · w 0.76 · h 0.42 (high) - Heel and toe contrastHeel cup and toe caps are a textured light cream color contrasting with the deep red body of the foot.
2 regions
x 0.02 · y 0.62 · w 0.33 · h 0.33 (high); x 0.66 · y 0.75 · w 0.28 · h 0.20 (high) - Sock sole markSmall black printed text or logo on the sole area near the toe that is partially visible and not fully legible at this resolution.Partial
2 regions
x 0.22 · y 0.82 · w 0.22 · h 0.08 (medium); x 0.68 · y 0.88 · w 0.18 · h 0.06 (medium) - Knit textureVisible looped knit texture throughout with slightly heathered appearance in both the deep red and cream areas.
Other
Studio-style top-down product photo on a light neutral background with soft shadow; socks are the only props and are fully in-frame.
- Shot compositionTop-down view with socks centered and slightly overlapped; entire product visible with even lighting and a soft shadow to the lower left.
- BackgroundUniform very light gray background with no additional props or text.
- Image qualitySharp focus and even studio lighting; no motion blur. Small printed text on the sole is partially legible but not fully readable at this resolution.
Colors
deep red· main bodycream· cuff and toe and heeldark gray· pattern accentsmedium gray· pattern midtones- Overall shapeTwo crew-length socks laid flat and overlapped with the foot portions angled down and the cuffs at the top; visible outline shows a distinct heel cup and rounded toe shape.
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- Brand
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