The Footnotes

Celebrity Sock Style: Benedict Cumberbatch

Earlier this year, British actor Benedict Cumberbatch – famed for his roles in Sherlock, Dr. Strange, Imitation Game, and many more – took on the task of hosting the American skit show SNL. Suffice...

The Colour Theory Behind Mango

We are all about the positive power of colour at London Sock Company. We love how a dash of colour can keep the grey at bay. Colours can influence our mood. They can make us Walk Brighter. And ever...

Celebrity Sock Spotlight: Sebastian Stan

We have long been fans of actor Sebastian Stan. As well as his undeniable acting prowess in films such as I, Tonya and Captain America, he is known for his suave style. Sharp suits, bold tones, a...

Men's Style Tips: White Trainers and Colourful Socks

Picture the scene. It’s 1992. Your mother hands you a box. You open it. Brand new white trainers. They are perfect. Too perfect … You immediately put them on, head outside and scuff them up, return...

Men's Style Tips: Styling socks with jeans

A pair of denim jeans is an essential wardrobe staple for any modern man. Once known as the “devil’s cloth”, this is arguably the most universal and versatile item you own. We have pulled together ...

Summer footcare and why it matters

LSC fans, listen up. Summer is pretty much here and the time for life in the sun has arrived. While we are firmly of the school of thought that you are ‘beach body ready’ when you are ready to take...

Men's Style Tip: How to wear green socks

As a colour, green represents growth and ambition. So this week, why not pull some green socks out of your sock drawer and channel this versatile colour’s positive tones? What do green socks go w...

Men's Style Tips: How to wear grey socks

We like to celebrate the power of all colours – including ones that are stealthily stylish. Grey. Understated and underrated. This achromatic shade is often mocked as the preserve of the unimaginat...

Men's Style Tips: how to wear boot socks

To be honest, we love this ‘in-between-seasons’ season. It means leaning into great knits. It means mastering the art of layering. It means an array of boots – chelsea boots, desert boots, derby bo...

Men's Style Tips: How to wear turquoise socks

Revitalising, rejuvenating and refreshing – Turquoise is a pop of positivity, perfect for adding some elegance and vivid calm to your look. We asked LSC friend and celebrity stylist Michael Fish...