2018.06.02 update

A summer essential: "Do you have any shoe-in socks that won't slip off?" -- A complete analysis of 3 popular brands carefully selected by our staff!(1/4)

Now a year-round bestseller, shoe-in socks are available at the sock section on the first basement floor of Isetan Shinjuku Store, Men's Building . Assistant buyer Ohashi says, "We currently carry about 50 types of shoe-in socks from 18 brands, but the most frequent question we get from customers is, 'Which one is the least likely to slip off?' This time, we've selected some of the most popular shoe-in socks and will explain them by brand." The photos of the shoe-in socks turned inside out, packed with ingenious ideas and innovations only Japanese people could come up with, are a must-see!





Since it's an essential item for summer fashion, let's start by summarizing the key points!


First, make sure the toes fit snugly without any sagging. Then, securely hook the anti-slip feature onto the heel. This is the correct way to wear shoe-in socks. "When you consider the combination of shoe-in socks (foot covers, cover socks) with different types of leather shoes such as lace-up shoes and loafers, sneakers, deep or shallow cuts, and materials, countless patterns are created," says Ohashi.

"Since you can't open the packages and see what's inside in stores, we also have samples available for you to try on. We hope this article will help you resolve your concerns about not knowing what to buy," she continues.


Ohashi has selected the shoe-in socks and shoe combinations featured in this article. There are also various ways to wear them.
*All shoes are the stylist's own.

Final answer: "Which shoe-in-shoe holder is less likely to slip off?"


According to Ohashi, who has tried on almost all of the shoe-in socks they carry, the "shoe-in socks that don't slip off easily" are N-Platz Open Sole, SEEK Foot Cover (deep fit), N-Platz Fit & Low, and for sneakers, ROTOTO . You can try on these three brands, including the ones introduced here, in-store. Please ask a stylist for assistance.
"We even consider the soles of your feet."
▶ Cushioned shoe inserts made by an underwear manufacturer