White socks are having a major moment this year, celebrated for their clean aesthetic, versatile appeal, and ties to the athletic and throwback looks everyone’s loving right now.

It's simple and sophisticated, not distracting like a patterned sock, unnecessary like a no-show, or bordering on school-girl ...

If you want to wear sneakers in the summer, cover up those ankles—a mid-calf sock, worn with shorts or a skirt, is now the height of cool! My question is: How did this happen? How did we get here ?

Ranging from $14, the Women’s Vintage Stripes Half Calf Socks in Spanish Rose (a pale pink) or Misty Sky ... $15, sit lower on the ankle and are available in both a black and white floral pattern.

So when we say that the best dress socks for men are the right choice for those once-in-a-while situations when your white crew socks won’t cut it ... Dress Calf Sock. $16. Bombas.

Inside, explore the best white crew socks for men, and read one editor’s opinion on why they’re so great. ... or bordering on school-girl-esque like a calf or knee sock. The white crew sock is ...