Cushioned or thin ankle socks?

Ankle socks here come from adidas, 361, Nike, Palladium and Converse. The first choice is how thick you want them.

• Cushioned: the adidas Cushioned Sportswear Ankle Socks have a cushioned footbed and arch support. The Nike Everyday Essential Ankle Socks have a thick terry sole and Dri-FIT. The 361 Ankle Socks add a cushioned sole and arch compression for a secure fit.
• Thin and light: the adidas Thin&Light Sportswear Ankle Socks give a barely-there feel with fitted arch support. The adidas Thin Linear socks are ribbed at the top so they stay put.

For the gym or for everyday sneakers

For training, pick a sock that handles sweat. The Nike Everyday Plus Ankle Socks use sweat-wicking fabric, and the 361 Pro Running Short Socks have a moisture-wicking knit made for running and training. For daily wear, the Converse Logo Sneaker Socks are made to go with Chucks and are mostly cotton. The Palladium Low Height Socks suit low-cut sneakers, and the adidas Originals Island Club Trefoil socks add colour-blocked stripes.

Packs and sizes

Most adidas and Nike ankle socks come three pairs to a pack. The Converse Logo Sneaker Socks and the Palladium Low Height Socks come in two-packs. Sizes follow your shoe size: Nike uses 34-38 to 46-50, adidas 34-36 to 46-48, and 361 mostly comes in one size, with a few pairs in S to L.

For the gym, start with the adidas Cushioned Sportswear Ankle Socks. For low sneakers, the Palladium Low Height Socks are the neat choice. Browse men's socks and women's socks, go lower with no-show socks, or higher with crew socks.