Viccel.com Socks!

[LanceW]

Are the wool socks made in the thin or thicker version?

[DCLawyer68]

Exciting! I'll be making my first Viccel order very soon then, as well.

Me as well - very interested to try these!

[PJC in NoVa]

It looks as if they can't be ordered via the viccel website just yet.

I hope there will be a post on this thread when the wool/silk socks actually become available.

[kngrimm]

This is a cross-post from SF, but honestly, you should be reading SF anyway since they represent higher quality purchases... and they know more...

Nevertheless, one of my few and final posts here...

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I recently ordered a pair of both OTC summer and winter cotton socks in black, which was after they increased the length of the sock, I believe.

The socks are of good quality with nice, deep color. The socks stay up all day without ever thinking about them, and so far it seems like they will last quite awhile.

The cotton is nice, but please note that the summer version is kind of sheer... I can definitely see my skin through them, but it's not incredibly noticeable unless you look. I'd suggest getting a couple summer pairs for when a thin sock is useful...

Otherwise, I'd order the winter socks since they are not too thick, but definitely hide the skin more. Anyway, I'm happy and will probably place a large order soon enough. Migrating to one manufacture that I enjoy seems like a pleasant thought - I absolutely hate searching for a matching sock in the early morning.

[Checkerboard 13]

This is a cross-post from SF, but honestly, you should be reading SF anyway since they represent higher quality purchases... and they know more...

...If one only has the patience to wade through all of the posing, posturing, bickering and attitude!

...Back on topic, I have ordered and tried several pair of Viccel socks and so far my results have been mixed. The OTC socks do stay up well, as long as I have them on, and are quite comfortable. (The summer weight are definitely rather sheer, though.)
On the other hand, the mid-calf socks I've tried tend to slip down and when they do, become uncomfortable. Admittedly, I have large calves (former athlete), and Kemal has asked for my input and has said he will work with me on any issues. I think time will tell with those.

One question for those who have worn both the winter and summer weights through several washings: how is the durability over several washings and wearings?

[DCLawyer68]

This is a cross-post from SF, but honestly, you should be reading SF anyway since they represent higher quality purchases... and they know more...

Nevertheless, one of my few and final posts here...

If you feel yourself better suited to a forum with a dedicated thread to "Streetwear and Denim," I'd say it's in everyone's best interest for you to spend your time there.

[kngrimm]

It's silly to make such a broad statement... especially since it's based on nothing - you know virtually nothing about me. How am I connected to the streetwear forum?

Your lack of decorum illustrates the very thing people here say they dislike about SF. How interesting.

Best of luck to you.

[teekayvee]

One question for those who have worn both the winter and summer weights through several washings: how is the durability over several washings and wearings?

I've got something like ten pairs in both weights and have washed all of them at least ten or so times, and they are holding up fine. In fact, these are the only OTCs that I can put on and forget about for the rest of the day, which is really my main concern. I'd definitely go for the winter weight though, I find summer too sheer.

I wash them by hand in lukewarm water; occasionally I would rinse and spin by machine.

[Checkerboard 13]

I've got something like ten pairs in both weights and have washed all of them at least ten or so times, and they are holding up fine. In fact, these are the only OTCs that I can put on and forget about for the rest of the day, which is really my main concern. I'd definitely go for the winter weight though, I find summer too sheer.

I wash them by hand in lukewarm water; occasionally I would rinse and spin by machine.

Thank you for that. Very good information.
The winter weight OTCs appear, so far, to serve my needs best, as well. They are very comfortable socks that can be forgotten, once put on, and I don't seem to have the problem of pant legs clinging to them.

Has anybody had any experience with machine washing/drying Viccel socks?
(Please don't ban me as a heathen.. Running a business consumes a fair bit of my time, but I have yet to acquire the means to procure a valet to attend to such distracting details as sock maintenance!)

[PJC in NoVa]

Thank you for that. Very good information.
The winter weight OTCs appear, so far, to serve my needs best, as well. They are very comfortable socks that can be forgotten, once put on, and I don't seem to have the problem of pant legs clinging to them.

Has anybody had any experience with machine washing/drying Viccel socks?
(Please don't ban me as a heathen.. Running a business consumes a fair bit of my time, but I have yet to acquire the means to procure a valet to attend to such distracting details as sock maintenance!)

I machine-wash mine turned inside-out in cold water and air-dry them, just as I do all my OTC dress socks.

The Viccels hold up fine under this regimen.

Drying dress socks in the dryer is not a good idea.

[kemalony]

Viccel Wool-Silk OTC socks are ready. In a few days there will be more color and all sizes available.

[DCLawyer68]

I machine-wash mine turned inside-out in cold water and air-dry them, just as I do all my OTC dress socks.

The Viccels hold up fine under this regimen.

Drying dress socks in the dryer is not a good idea.

I have recently started just "air drying" then in the dryer, and that seems to work ok, but agree that for better quality socks heating them doesn't seem to be a good idea.

[DCLawyer68]

Viccel Wool-Silk OTC socks are ready. In a few days there will be more color and all sizes available.

GREAT! Just ordered a charcoal and navy, and will order more upon reviewing them!

[DCLawyer68]

It's silly to make such a broad statement... especially since it's based on nothing - you know virtually nothing about me. How am I connected to the streetwear forum?

Your lack of decorum illustrates the very thing people here say they dislike about SF. How interesting.

Best of luck to you.

I know that you made an entirely gratuitous comment that you were no longer posting here because those of us who do aren't up to your standards. That's all that's really needed, and you lack any standing to complain about "decorum" having done so.

[tbelote]

I received the winter weight over the calf socks about a month ago and have been very happy. They are maybe twice as thick as the summer socks and the threads also feel denser. Definitely warmer, but still a thin sock they would not cause any fit issues with dress shoes. They also feel more durable than the summer weight because of the thicker thread.

I just placed an order for the wool-silk socks, can't wait for them to arrive.

[memphislawyer]

Ok, I got 6 pair of these really early on. Maybe one of the first guys. My impressions

Got the regular sock, not over the calf. They stay up fairly well all day, and after say 6 months or so. Durability, well, I had a run in an unbleached/khaki-colored pair but VIccel replaced it. I have two black and two blue. One blue pair has faded on the sole of the shoe and in the heel, that I noticed yesterday. Dont know about the other blue off the top of my head. The black socks are as vibrantly dark as the day I got them. A neat trick is that on the blue, there is a little lighter blue V sewn in, so in darker light conditions, I can tell which is blue and which is black in my drawer. I like the unlined and when I can, I want to try the heavier weight for winter, however, saying that, the thinner ones that first came out are really very good for winter. It is in the teens here last week and I had no issue wearing the lighter pair out walking between buildings. Now if I was at a football game outdoors, Id probably not be wearing these socks, but really, the thinner works just as well in cold weather. I do want to try the OTC.


Oh, I do wash mine in cold water with regular clothes and dry on a regular setting with my coloreds.
At the price point we get as AAAC members, well, I love these over Gold Toe and some other socks I could get at Macys, such as Calvin Klein, their house brand, Claiborne, Polo, etc.

[kemalony]

Ok, I got 6 pair of these really early on. Maybe one of the first guys. My impressions

Got the regular sock, not over the calf. They stay up fairly well all day, and after say 6 months or so. Durability, well, I had a run in an unbleached/khaki-colored pair but VIccel replaced it. I have two black and two blue. One blue pair has faded on the sole of the shoe and in the heel, that I noticed yesterday. Dont know about the other blue off the top of my head. The black socks are as vibrantly dark as the day I got them. A neat trick is that on the blue, there is a little lighter blue V sewn in, so in darker light conditions, I can tell which is blue and which is black in my drawer. I like the unlined and when I can, I want to try the heavier weight for winter, however, saying that, the thinner ones that first came out are really very good for winter. It is in the teens here last week and I had no issue wearing the lighter pair out walking between buildings. Now if I was at a football game outdoors, Id probably not be wearing these socks, but really, the thinner works just as well in cold weather. I do want to try the OTC.


Oh, I do wash mine in cold water with regular clothes and dry on a regular setting with my coloreds.
At the price point we get as AAAC members, well, I love these over Gold Toe and some other socks I could get at Macys, such as Calvin Klein, their house brand, Claiborne, Polo, etc.

Yes you are one of the first users, its really happiness for us to read this post.
Thank you.

[My Pet, A Pantsuit]

Mine came in the mail a little while back, and they're superb. There's no color fade from washing whatsoever. Will definitely buy more.

[CW Psmith]

Viccel winter weight OTC=

[DinosaurTT]

I am told by Kemal that I am the first to receive my Winter Wool Silk OTC socks. I have worn them over the weekend and they feel great and I think I marginally prefer them to the cotton equivalents. They stay up and are the right loength for me. Clearly I will have to wait a few weeks to see how they respond to washing and longer in terms of durability. Kemal is also very freidnly and helpful and now we are over the snow and holiday delays in the UK, the delivery was very good.

Thanks to AAAC I am now a convert to OTC socks. Now should I buy the C&J monks to go with them that I have been eyeing up for a long time

[kemalony]

I am told by Kemal that I am the first to receive my Winter Wool Silk OTC socks. I have worn them over the weekend and they feel great and I think I marginally prefer them to the cotton equivalents. They stay up and are the right loength for me. Clearly I will have to wait a few weeks to see how they respond to washing and longer in terms of durability. Kemal is also very freidnly and helpful and now we are over the snow and holiday delays in the UK, the delivery was very good.

Thanks to AAAC I am now a convert to OTC socks. Now should I buy the C&J monks to go with them that I have been eyeing up for a long time

Thanks for your kind words hope you will like them after washing too.
I want to tell you that all sizes(US6 to US14,EU38 to EU48.5) are available now as wool-silk OTC. Mid-calf socks will be ready next week. Sorry for delay.

[KennethB]

Can anyone comment on the color of the undyed cotton socks? Is it close to a 'cream' color? It is hard for me to tell on the viccel website.

[Sousaphil]

Can anyone comment on the color of the undyed cotton socks? Is it close to a 'cream' color? It is hard for me to tell on the viccel website.

I'm wearing the undyed cotton socks now. I'd say cream/ecru is the best way I can describe them.

[memphislawyer]

Im not a sock connosseuir (SIC, sorry) and so, dont know all the weights and heights. I have one pair of OTC, stretchy like and well, I am not used to them. I have the normal height of socks from Goldtoe at Macy's, so that is what I am used to. I have the first generation Viccel socks on now and they work fine. They might sag a little bit, but hey, I have had other socks sag a lot worse. They are thin, but they work fine.

I ask because is this what is meant by Mid-calf? Or do I owe it to myself to try a OTC? I have an assortment of socks, and dont wish to discard some socks that are perfectly fine, but I can see myself replacing them with Viccel when they wear out. I have some Bamboo Goldtoes in black that I got for like $5 for 6 pair at Macys so Ill use those up first.

So what next, silk, or winterweight?

[tbelote]

I got the wool-silk socks today. I would say they are much closer to the winter weight cotton than the summer weight cotton in thickness. The wool-silk is definitely a level softer and warmer than even the winter weight cotton, but feel lighter weight. I personally prefer wool over cotton for socks. I am still very happy with all of them. Viccel is now what I wear on a daily basis.