Darn Tough: Free Shipping No Minimum (exp 6/10)
Three things set Darn Tough socks apart:
- All of their models (or just about all) are made from merino wool blends. They’re comfortable, breathable, wick moisture, and help regulate your temperature/reduce foot sweat.
- They’re made in Vermont. They’re incredibly well made, machine washable/tumble dry low, hold up great even with heavy wear, and come with a lifetime guarantee.
- They make a bunch of different styles (dress/casual/hiking/running) which feature different levels of cushioning:
Even their “no cushion” socks feel more comfortable than standard dress or lifestyle socks with a thinner knit. They’re just made better.
Also… they don’t do sales. So a free shipping offer is as good as it gets for them. Normally free shipping doesn’t kick in until you hit $50, which means now’s the perfect time to give a pair of their bestsellers a shot, in case you’re skeptical on just how good these socks can be (admittedly they’re not cheap, and they get mentioned on Dappered all the time).
Free shipping no minimum offer is set to expire Wednesday Midnight PT/3am ET Thursday morning. Off we go with some quick picks…
Mid-Calf “The Standard” with Cushioning – $27
- Cushioning: Underfoot and targeted protection over the ankle and Achilles
- Height: ~12″ heel to cuff
- Fabric: 46% Merino Wool, 47% Nylon, 7% Lycra Spandex
- Best For: Dressed up, smart casual, casual… everything but shorts.
If you had to pick one pair of socks to wear with everything (aside from shorts) then The Mid-Calf Standard from Darn Tough is it. They’re not too thick. Not too thin. Just right. Cushioned under foot and below the ankle. Looks and feels great with suits, jeans, chinos, etc. Being that merino is naturally temperature regulating, they feel just as great in the dead of summer as they do in the depths of winter. Start with a pair of charcoal, as those will go with both navy and gray suits/trousers/jeans. Machine wash cold, tumble dry low. They’re the best. Period. Mid-calf height on these is great for wearing dressed up with suits, dress trousers, chinos & sportcoats, etc.
Crew “The Standard” with Cushioning – $25
- Cushioning: Underfoot and targeted protection over the ankle and Achilles
- Height: ~10.5 in. from heel to cuff
- Fabric: 46% Merino Wool, 49% Nylon, 5% Lycra Spandex
- Best For: Smart casual, casual
Slightly shorter than the mid-calf. A usual crew height. More colors too, including the new “rye” shown above. Some won’t have any trouble wearing these dressed up. Others will prefer the taller height of the mid-calf.
No Show Tab Ultra-Lightweight Running Socks with Cushioning – $19
- Cushioning: Underfoot and heel tab
- Height: ~3.5 in. from heel to cuff
- Fabric: 48% Merino Wool, 48% Nylon, 4% Lycra Spandex
- Best For: Casual, working out
We’ve all had bad experiences with cheap, crappy “no shows” which stretch out and slide down and are generally not worth the trouble. These aren’t those. Yes they “show” a little, but the construction and bit of cushioning and tabs are all designed to keep them in place and doing their job during hot runs and sweaty days.
Stanley K Mid-Calf Lightweight Work Socks with Cushioning – $26
- Cushioning: Underfoot, ankle and Achilles, and extended protective toebox.
- Height: ~11″ heel to cuff
- Fabric: 50% Nylon 47% Merino Wool 3% Lycra Spandex
- Best For: Long hard days. Dressed up, smart casual, casual… everything but shorts.
Sneaky great to wear with suits and dress pants and chinos for long days of being dressed up. Yes they were designed to wear with rubber boots, but they’re lightweight, thin (but strong) through the calf, and have just the right amount of cushioning underfoot, up the back of the heel, and extending over the toe box. They are not big, thick, hunting or “cabin” socks. They are flexible, breathable, cushioned but not overly thick socks you wear when the day is gonna be long (even if you’re in a suit and tie.) They’re brilliant. Also available in a true over-the-calf for $28.
Hiker Micro Crew with Cushioning – $26
- Cushioning: Underfoot and targeted protection over the ankle and Achilles
- Height: ~8.5″ heel to cuff
- Fabric: 61% Merino Wool, 36% Nylon, 3% Lycra Spandex
- Best For: Outdoors, smart casual, casual.
Their flagship… (Counterpoint: “The Standard” looks right dressed up, and these hikers are purely casual to smart casual… but that’s our bias showing.) Mid weight with cushioning underfoot. They’re great for a ton of things… not least of which is hiking.
Solid Crew Lightweight Lifestyle – $24
Also shown at the very top of the post.
- Cushioning: No extra cushion
- Height: ~10.5″ heel to cuff
- Fabric: 63% Merino Wool, 34% Nylon, 3% Lycra Spandex
- Best For: Smart casual, casual
Seven colors. Reminder: “No cushion” doesn’t mean they’re papery or wispy feeling. Quite not. But they are extra breathable. Looks great with everything from suits to sneakers. But if you want some (but not too much) cushioning… stick with The Standard.
“Animal Haus” Lightweight Lifestyle – $25
- Cushioning: No extra cushion
- Height: ~10.5″ heel to cuff
- Fabric: 60% Merino Wool, 36% Nylon, 4% Lycra Spandex
- Best For: Dressed up (fun socks), smart casual, casual
Same theory as the solids, only in fun stripes with scenes from the animal kingdom… like a rafting octopus.
“Number 2” Micro Crew with Cushioning – $26
- Cushioning: Underfoot and targeted protection over the ankle and Achilles
- Height: ~8.5″ heel to cuff
- Fabric: 63% Merino Wool, 35% Nylon, 2% Lycra Spandex
- Best For: Smart casual, casual, working out
Three colors. Brilliantly mid-weight, mid-calf height, etc. They’re billed as hiking socks, but on a personal note, these are casual daily-drivers which also double as go-to workout socks. Running, lifting, cycling, whatever. The #2 is #1 when it comes to testing physicality. And they have rocket propelled outhouses on them. ̄\_(ツ)_/ ̄
Light Hiker Quarter Socks with Cushioning – $22
- Cushioning: Underfoot and targeted protection over the ankle and Achilles
- Height: ~5.5″ from heel to cuff
- Fabric: 44% Merino Wool, 52% Nylon, 4% Lycra Spandex
- Best For: Casual, working out
Somewhere between a standard crew and a no-show. Still has that bit of cushioning, and still made in Vermont from a super comfortable merino wool blend.
The Darn Tough Free Shipping No Minimum deal is set to expire Wednesday night/Early Thursday Am 12pm PT/3am ET.