Polo Ralph Lauren
Signature Bear Socks
These are Polo Ralph Lauren Signature Bear Socks, a pair of white crew-length socks knitted from a stretch cotton blend. Each sock features a multicolor embroidered bear motif near the upper shaft, a red elastic cuff, and POLO text with a small US flag graphic at the toe. Available in size 9-11, they fit shoe sizes 4 to 10.5.
- Material
- stretch cotton blend
- Gender
- unisex
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories
Specifications
Fine knit stretch cotton blend socks with elastic edging
Elastic edging and fine knit construction
- Material
- stretch cotton blend
- Secondary
- elastane
- Gender
- unisex
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories
Additional Attributes
- fine knit
- stretch cotton blend
- elastic edging
Product Insights
Signature Bear Socks by Polo Ralph Lauren combine cultural cachet as a hip-hop icon with premium quality: single-pack embroidered bears resist fading and pilling, while an elastic cuff and shape-memory knit ensure all-day secure fit. The stretch cotton-spandex blend fits shoe sizes 4-10.5, feels soft without break-in, resists heel/toe bagging and shrinkage, stays bright white, and dries quickly. The main tradeoff: at $16, the women's version costs 40% less than the men's, but the single-pack offers superior durability over multi-packs.
Verified claims
- Cultural cachet
- The Polo Bear motif is a hip-hop cultural icon, with original 1990s sweaters trading at four-figure prices.
- Quality
- Single-pack Polo socks are regarded as higher quality than the 3-pack sets, with a fine knit that reduces pilling and polyester that helps keep colors crisp.
- Secure fit
- Elastic cuff and shape-memory knit help keep the socks from sliding down during all-day wear.
- Size range
- One size (9-11) fits shoe sizes 4-10.5 via stretch cotton-spandex blend.
- Fabric feel
- Fabric feels soft and smooth from the first wear, with no break-in.
- Shape retention
- Socks resist heel and toe bagging from the first wear.
- Moisture comfort
- Sock feels drier during wear and dries faster after washing.
- Durability and color
- Cotton-polyester blend resists shrinkage, bagging, and keeps white bright.
- Price comparison
- At $16, women's bear socks cost 40% less than the men's version.
- Affordability
- A pair of Polo Bear socks is one of the most affordable ways to own the brand's iconic Polo Bear motif.
- Long-term value
- Ralph Lauren socks are regarded as a 'great investment' for withstanding frequent washing without breakdown, which can narrow the effective cost gap with cheaper, faster-wearing alternatives over time.
- Design longevity
- The Polo Bear motif has appeared in Ralph Lauren collections nearly every year since 1991, making it an enduring brand emblem rather than a seasonal novelty.
Product record
- Title
- Signature Bear Socks
- Brand
- Polo Ralph Lauren
- Price
- 16 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 7 sourcesProduct comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Signature Bear Socks: Choose this if you want Polo Ralph Lauren crew socks in white with a playful signature detail: each sock carries a multicolor embroidered bear in a navy jacket, jeans, and cap near the upper shaft, with small red RL initials below and POLO text plus an American flag graphic at the toe. The fine knit stretch cotton blend (54% cotton, 22% polyester, 21% nylon, 3% spandex) has rib texture, a red cuff stripe, and elastic edging. They come in size 9-11, which the size guide maps to shoe sizes 4 to 10.5, though the shoe sizing standard is not specified.[1,2] | Ribbed Cotton Socks: Choose these if you want a cotton-dominant crew sock (86% cotton with a touch of spandex for stretch) in a fine knit with vertical ribbing on the leg and cuff that smooths out at the ankle and foot. They come in Black, Oxford, White, and Navy/Midnight Blue, with a small embroidered logo at the cuff and a stretch ribbed trim; the one-size option fits shoe sizes 4 to 10.5. Note the toe caps have a visible seam line, which may matter if you prefer seamless toes.[3,4] | Bear/signature Embroidery Socks 3-Pack: Choose this if you want a three-pack of Polo Ralph Lauren crew socks with playful embroidery: one white sock with a full-body bear and POLO text on the outer calf, plus heather gray and navy socks with small embroidered polo-player motifs near the cuff. They are described as a soft knit in a recycled polyester blend (92 to 97 percent recycled polyester with spandex, plus nylon in one pair), with ribbed cuffs and elastic edging. Note that size 9 to 11 fits shoe sizes 4 to 10.5 in the Patterned White colorway only.[5,6,7] |
Image Analysis
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Product
A pair of white crew socks shown overlapped, each sock knit with a multicolor embroidered bear motif near the upper shaft, red rim at the cuff, and POLO text plus a small US flag graphic at the toe area.
- Overall shapeTwo crew-length socks overlapped with the left sock placed slightly on top of the right; both laid flat and facing upward showing the outer faces.
- Primary fabricWhite knitted textile with visible knit rib texture across the shaft and foot areas.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.08 · w 0.88 · h 0.84 (high) - Cuff trimNarrow red knit stripe at the top edge of each cuff.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.02 · w 0.28 · h 0.05 (high); x 0.40 · y 0.02 · w 0.28 · h 0.05 (high) - Bear motifDetailed multicolor knitted bear figure near the upper shaft wearing a dark navy jacket, blue jeans, white sneakers, a dark cap with text, and carrying a light-colored tote; motif appears on both socks in the visible area.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.08 · w 0.40 · h 0.45 (high); x 0.38 · y 0.08 · w 0.36 · h 0.45 (high) - Bear text detail“Small red stitched initials 'RL' placed below the bear motif on the sock.”
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.44 · w 0.06 · h 0.05 (high) - Cap text on bear“POLO”
2 regions
x 0.18 · y 0.12 · w 0.10 · h 0.06 (medium); x 0.44 · y 0.12 · w 0.09 · h 0.06 (medium) - Toe graphicsPOLO text in dark navy knit across the top of the toe area with a small American flag graphic between repeated letters.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.70 · w 0.52 · h 0.26 (high) - Toe text transcription“POLO”
2 regions
x 0.30 · y 0.70 · w 0.26 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.56 · y 0.70 · w 0.26 · h 0.20 (high)
Other
Studio shot on a light neutral background showing soft even lighting, slight shadowing, and the socks cropped within the frame.
- BackgroundFlat light gray studio background with no visible props.
- Shot compositionTop-down product shot with socks arranged diagonally from upper left to lower right; left sock overlaps right sock.
- Lighting and shadowEven diffuse lighting with a faint soft shadow below and to the right of the socks.
Colors
white· main fabric#F1F1F3bright red· cuff trimtan brown· bear furnavy blue· bear clothing and textdenim blue· jeansflag red and blue· flag graphic