{ essentials for men }
The no-man’sland between pants cuff and shoe deserves your attention
It’s the final sartorial frontier—the nether reach of leg and ankle that segue into a well-shod foot. Most men treat the area as something to be camouflaged, like back-yard pool equipment. But the man of style understands that the bridge between trouser and shoe is something to be celebrated. Because socks are usually hidden, they present an opportunity—in common with the necktie—to go a little wild. When the socks do come into view, there can be a satisfying “Ta-Da!” effect. Shown here: three pairs in fine-gauge Italian cotton, made in Italy by V.K. Nagrani, and two pairs in striped cotton by the British prankster, Paul Smith. They make great stocking stuffers! 48
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