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Some call it the marmite of fashion, but whether you love it or hate it - socks and sandals are a fashion statement that has made a big comeback. The trend strikes the perfect balance between ease, practicality and personal flair. Whether you’re piecing the two together for style or comfort purposes, there are a lot of health benefits to this combination that are not often spoken about. At Gentle Grip, we understand how important it is to care of your feet, and that’s why we believe socks and sandals are one of the smartest choices you can make this summer. Here's why...
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Reduced Risk of Friction and Blisters
We’ve all been in a situation where we’ve been walking and our feet have started to kill due to our footwear. Sandals can rub on the skin and soles of your feet, causing blisters. By wearing a pair of our Cushion Foot Diabetic Socks, friction is greatly reduced as the cushioned foot provides extra padding, absorbing any impact, making these a must-have item for any walks. The smooth toe seams also helps to minimise any internal chaffing, eliminating the risk of blisters.
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Breathable Comfort
Our Bamboo Socks have breathable properties, helping to displace excess moisture, maintaining a healthy microclimate around the foot. This helps to prevent fungal infections by keeping feet drier. Perfect for if we have a heatwave this summer! We also have a range of specialist antibacterial socks. Every pair includes an antibacterial treatment to guard against infections such as athlete’s foot, and many styles also feature extra-cushioned soles for enhanced comfort, plus smooth toe seams to minimise rubbing.
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Protection From The Sun
Have you ever sunburned your feet? Ouch. Feet are a commonly overlooked area for sunburn, but it is just as important to protect your feet as it is any other body part. Wearing socks shields the tops of your feet from UV exposure. Our PermaCool Cooling Socks are perfect for those hot days, not only acting as a barrier to the sun, but the cooling technology of channelled fibres moves moisture away from the body, keeping your feet cool and dry.
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Increased Comfort For Sensitive or At-Risk Feet
Sandals without socks expose feet more directly to the risk of injury or infection, which is problematic for diabetic or neuropathic feet. Socks add a protective layer. Our Health & Wellbeing range of socks are specifically designed to take care of your feet if you suffer from illnesses such as diabetes or lymphedema, so these are a perfect option to ensure your feet are as protected as possible.
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Show Off Your Personal Style
Wearing socks and sandals is a perfect way to express yourself - and if you’re going to do it, do it in style! You can wear a patterned pair to add a splash of personality to your outfit. We recommend trying our Ladies Floral Socks, encapsulating the Summer season in style and having fun with your style or why not try our Men’s patterned socks?
There you have it! Socks and Sandals are a must-have combination that integrates comfort, style, and smart foot care.