Ribbed merino-touch thigh-highs product image (primary)
A single black ribbed thigh-high sock is visible on the model's raised leg; it reaches to mid-thigh and has a knitted elastic cuff and vertical rib texture.

Simons

Ribbed Merino-Touch Thigh-Highs

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CA$20.00CAD
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These ribbed thigh-high socks are knitted from a polyester blend with a touch of merino wool. They feature elastic edging at the top to keep them in place and a reinforced toe for durability. The vertical ribbed knit extends from foot to thigh, providing a close, stretchy fit.

Material
Polyester blend with merino wool
Category
Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Leg Warmers

Specifications

Ribbed thigh-high socks made from a polyester blend with a touch of merino wool, featuring elastic edging.

Polyester blend knit, merino wool touch, elastic edging, ribbed texture

Material
Polyester blend with merino wool
Secondary
merino-wool
Gender
female
Age Group
adult
Condition
new
Category
Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Leg Warmers

Additional Attributes

  • ribbed knit texture
  • polyester blend with merino wool
  • elastic edging for secure fit
  • thigh-high length
  • close-fitting design

Product Insights

The Ribbed Merino-Touch Thigh-Highs by Simons blend 16.5% merino wool with a polyester and monofilament base for softness, odor control, and shape retention while resisting pilling. Their ribbed knit provides ventilation and gentle stay-up tension without silicone or red marks, and merino's moisture-wicking and thermoregulation keep legs dry and comfortably warm in transitional conditions. At $20, they undercut comparable merino thigh-highs, but the low wool content limits insulation to light layering, making them best for cool weather and moderate activity.

Verified claims

Fabric composition
16.5% merino adds softness and odor control to a polyester/monofilament base that resists pilling and retains shape.
Thermoregulation
Merino's moisture-wicking and thermoregulation, plus ribbed knit ventilation, keep legs dry and comfortably warm.
Fit
Ribbed knit and merino crimp provide gentle stay-up tension; the knit-in elastic band distributes tension evenly and is less likely to leave red indentations than budget stay-up bands.
Value
$20, undercutting the $32 price of comparable merino thigh-highs.
Warmth & moisture
16.5% merino wicks moisture and retains warmth when damp, but insulation is light—best for layering.
Stay-up mechanism
Polyester stability, rib friction, and knit elastic band combine for stay-up without silicone.
Care instructions
Hand wash in cold water and lay flat to dry to maintain stay-up fit.
Warmth ceiling
16.5% merino wool limits warmth to transitional-season conditions.
Breathability
Ribbed knit creates micro-channels for airflow; merino adds temperature regulation.
Size range
The ribbed construction adds mechanical stretch and recovery, so the one-size design adapts to a broader range of calf and thigh circumferences while maintaining a close fit.
Stay-up hold
Stays up without a garter belt or silicone grip, and is less likely to leave red indentations than budget stay-up bands.
Moisture control
Merino and ribbed knit wick moisture, promote airflow, and dry quickly to keep legs dry.
Odor control
Merino reduces odor buildup, unlike synthetic-only thigh-highs.
Damp warmth
Generates warmth when damp, avoiding the clammy cold of acrylic.
Secure grip
Elastic edging and ribbed texture hold the thigh-highs in place without slipping, even over moisturized legs.
Pilling resistance
The polyester-dominant knit resists pilling and fuzz, unlike many acrylic legwarmers that pill within weeks.
Softness
The low merino share reduces prickly fiber ends and gives a noticeably softer, finer touch than a pure synthetic thigh-high.
Coverage
The thigh-high length provides roughly double the vertical coverage of calf-length merino-blend legwarmers at a similar price.

Product record

Title
Ribbed Merino-Touch Thigh-Highs
Brand
Simons
Price
20 CAD
Availability
In stock

Buying Guide

1 comparison · 9 sources

Uses

Thigh-high socks that cover the leg up to the thigh

Wear these ribbed thigh-highs as socks that run from the toes to the upper thigh. The narrow top cuff holds its shape against the thigh, and the close-fitting knit follows the leg's contour with slight shaping at the ankle and calf.[1,2]

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Ribbed Merino-Touch Thigh-Highs: Choose this if you want one-size ribbed thigh-highs in Black or Taupe, with a polyester blend knit that includes a touch of merino wool (16.5% merino wool, 5% polyurethane, 2% spandex). They feature an elasticated cuff with a denser knit that holds its shape against the thigh, and the toe areas appear denser, which the image analyst reads as possible reinforced construction. Note they appear mostly opaque but are a fine knit that shows slight tonal variation where light falls, rather than solid opaque fabric.[1,2,3]Polka Dot Fine-Knit Thigh-Highs: Choose this if you want polka-dot thigh-high socks in a fine-knit 95% polyester and 5% spandex blend with an elastic edging at the top. They come in one size and three colors (Black, White, and Red), with a matte finish and a close-fitting fit from toes to mid-thigh; note the fabric appears slightly more translucent where stretched over the knee.[4,5,6]Polka Dot Satiny Stay-Ups Exclusive Collection From Italy: Choose this if you want sheer, 20 denier stay-ups with a high-contrast polka dot and diamond pattern for dressing up, supported by a satiny band with silicone lining that reviewers report keeps them in place without garter belts or constant adjustment. They are made in Italy from a stretch nylon blend (93% polyamide, 7% elastane in the leg) and come in black in small and large sizes. Reviewers report the fit runs true to size and all-day comfort, though sizing relies on the size chart, which covers heights from about 4 feet 9 inches to 6 feet.[7,8,9]

Image Analysis

2 images
Ribbed merino-touch thigh-highs product image (primary)
01

Product

A single black ribbed thigh-high sock is visible on the model's raised leg; it reaches to mid-thigh and has a knitted elastic cuff and vertical rib texture.

  • Overall silhouetteSingle thigh-high sock visible on the model's raised left leg, covering from foot to mid-thigh with a close-fitting tubular shape that follows the leg contour.
    1 regionx 0.03 · y 0.30 · w 0.44 · h 0.52 (high)
  • Ribbed textureVertical rib knit texture runs along the full visible length of the sock, visible as alternating narrow raised ribs and finer recessed lines.
    1 regionx 0.06 · y 0.36 · w 0.36 · h 0.44 (high)
  • Top cuffWider elasticated cuff at the sock top with a denser knit that appears slightly darker and holds its shape against the thigh.
    1 regionx 0.06 · y 0.30 · w 0.36 · h 0.09 (high)
  • Opacity and sheernessSock appears mostly opaque but shows slight tonal variation where light falls, indicating a fine knit rather than solid opaque fabric.
    1 regionx 0.06 · y 0.40 · w 0.36 · h 0.30 (high)
  • Visible seam or toe area obscuredFoot area is covered by a boot so toe and sole construction of the sock are not visible.
    1 regionx 0.03 · y 0.70 · w 0.40 · h 0.28 (high)

Other

Lifestyle studio shot with a seated model wearing the sock; plain light background and soft directional lighting; styling includes a skirt, boots and white blouse which are props.

  • Model poseSeated model with one leg raised and bent at the knee, hand resting on head, showing the sock on the raised leg.
    1 regionx 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (medium)
  • Visible propsBlack mid-calf combat-style boot with metal zipper and buckle hardware covers the foot and lower calf; black polka-dot skirt hem is visible near the thigh.
    1 regionx 0.00 · y 0.64 · w 0.48 · h 0.36 (high)
  • Background and lightingNeutral off-white studio background with soft even lighting and faint shadowing under the model.
  • Image crop and framingVertical crop that centers on the model from head to boots, with slight left alignment leaving negative space on the right.

Colors

black· thigh-high sock#1D1A1B
Ribbed merino-touch thigh-highs product image 2
02

Product

A pair of ribbed, thigh-high socks shown on a model's legs; visible features include vertical rib knit, reinforced toe area, and a narrow elasticized top band.

  • Overall silhouetteTwo thigh-high socks fitted to a model's legs, extending from toes to upper thighs with a consistent close fit and slight shaping at the ankle and calf.
    1 regionx 0.08 · y 0.06 · w 0.84 · h 0.88 (high)
  • Rib knit textureVertical ribbed knit pattern running continuously from toe to top band, visible as narrow raised ribs separated by flatter knit channels.
    2 regionsx 0.12 · y 0.14 · w 0.36 · h 0.76 (high); x 0.52 · y 0.14 · w 0.36 · h 0.76 (high)
  • Top bandNarrow elasticized cuff at the top of each sock, slightly denser knit and forming a defined edge against the skin.
    2 regionsx 0.12 · y 0.06 · w 0.36 · h 0.07 (high); x 0.52 · y 0.06 · w 0.36 · h 0.07 (high)
  • Toe and foot reinforcementToe and forefoot areas appear slightly darker and denser, indicating reinforced or double-knit construction at the toes.
    2 regionsx 0.10 · y 0.78 · w 0.30 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.56 · y 0.80 · w 0.24 · h 0.18 (high)

Other

Studio product shot on a plain light background showing lower body only; soft even lighting with mild shadow under feet; image tightly cropped at upper thighs.

  • Background and surfaceEven light gray to off-white seamless background and floor with no visible props.
  • Shot compositionFramed to show both legs from upper thighs to toes, model standing with one foot slightly forward; upper thighs cropped at top edge of image.
    1 regionx 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (medium)
  • Lighting and shadowSoft, diffused lighting producing faint shadows beneath the feet and subtle highlights on the knit texture.
    1 regionx 0.18 · y 0.86 · w 0.64 · h 0.12 (medium)

Colors

black· thigh-highs (main body)#1D1B1B

Variants

2 SKUs
All variants of Ribbed Merino-Touch Thigh-Highs
SKUTitlePriceAvail
4654266Ribbed Merino-Touch Thigh-Highs - Black - One SizeCA$20.00Yes
4654267Ribbed Merino-Touch Thigh-Highs - Taupe - One SizeCA$20.00Yes

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Customer Reviews

1 total
5

1 reviews · out of 5

Super comfy

★★★★★Jennifer C.

Suits you pretty well with any style you wished!!!

Provenance

Merchant Link
https://www.simons.ca/en/women-accessories/socks/thigh-high-leg-warmers/ribbed-merino-touch-thigh-highs--15749-8260?colourId=0
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