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User: can you find the best soft, thick socks that are super comfy, look on reddit for ideas

can you find the best soft, thick socks that are super comfy, look on reddit for ideas

Assistant: If you’re looking for “soft, thick, super comfy” socks, there’s good news: Redditors have strong recommendations and th…

If you’re looking for “soft, thick, super comfy” socks, there’s good news: Redditors have strong recommendations and there are plenty of excellent product picks you can buy right now. I’ll walk through (1) what people on Reddit say to look for, then (2) top sock picks, and you can choose based on your budget / use case.

Here are the common themes from Reddit threads on comfy/thick socks, especially for cold weather or lounging:

• People frequently recommend: >
• Other actionable take-aways: - Higher wool content → warmth and softness. Example: “Costco socks are 57% wool … SmartWool’s ‘Max Cushion’ crew socks are 77% wool.” Reddit - Cushioning matters (especially for lounging or cold floors). - Durable / lifetime warranty = big plus (for heavier use). - If using thick socks with boots/shoes, make sure the footwear has room (tight shoes reduce insulation). Reddit - Some people prefer non-cotton blends for cold/wet conditions (wool/nylon/alpaca) because cotton holds moisture. Reddit

So: For soft & thick socks you’ll want cushioning, high wool (or luxury fiber) content, good fit, and preferably strong build and good brand.

Here are some of the best socks available now that meet the “soft, thick, comfy” grade. I’ll list 8 strong contenders with trade-offs.

!Smartwool Hike Classic Edition Full Cushion Crew Socks Smartwool Hike Classic Edition Full Cushion Crew Socks$23.00•Smartwool + others!Hanes Absolute Active Cushioned Crew Socks Hanes Absolute Active Cushioned Crew Socks$13.00•Hanes + others!Lululemon Unisex Daily Essential Crew Socks \(3‑Pack\) Lululemon Unisex Daily Essential Crew Socks (3‑Pack)$38.00•lululemon + others!Alpaca Wool Socks ‑ Extra Thick Winter Warm Alpaca Wool Socks ‑ Extra Thick Winter Warm$21.69•Etsy!Muk Luks Women’s Fluffy Dream Crew Boot Socks \(6‑Pack\) Muk Luks Women’s Fluffy Dream Crew Boot Socks (6‑Pack)$11.97•Walmart!UGG Darcy Cozy Sock UGG Darcy Cozy Sock$20.00•Nordstrom + others!Ultimate Cotton Utmost Comfort Slouch Socks Ultimate Cotton Utmost Comfort Slouch Socks$13.99•Etsy!Auden Women’s Full Terry Chunky Ribbed Ankle Socks Auden Women’s Full Terry Chunky Ribbed Ankle Socks$10.00•Target + others And here’s a quick summary of each:

• Smartwool Hike Classic Edition Full Cushion Crew Socks: High-end wool blend (merino + recycled sock waste) with full cushioning. Great for warm, thick sock lovers who want something durable and premium.
• Hanes Absolute Active Cushioned Crew Socks: Budget-friendly, thick cushioning, comfortable everyday use. Reddit mentions “extreme cushion footbed” versions are highly comfortable.
• Lululemon Unisex Daily Essential Crew Socks (3‑Pack): Premium casual brand, soft cotton/plush feel, elevated price but high quality for lounging or everyday wear.
• Alpaca Wool Socks ‑ Extra Thick Winter Warm: Luxury natural fiber (alpaca + sheep wool) for maximum softness + warmth. For when you want “next level” coziness.
• Muk Luks Women’s Fluffy Dream Crew Boot Socks (6‑Pack): Very plush, boot-style socks, great for colder weather or layering.
• UGG Darcy Cozy Sock: Designer/lounge brand; ultra-soft and thick—perfect for at-home comfort.
• Ultimate Cotton Utmost Comfort Slouch Socks: Thick cotton slouch style. Less wool, but thick and comfy if you prefer cotton and casual style.
• Auden Women’s Full Terry Chunky Ribbed Ankle Socks: Ankle-style chunky terry socks — good if you want thick but not full crew and more for indoor/lounging vibe.

Since you’re a consultant who likely spends a mix of office work, travel, sometimes lounging, here are two scenarios:

• For travel / long flights / cold offices / boots: Go with the Smartwool or Alpaca Wool pair. These give you premium insulation + cushioning.
• For everyday lounge / home / around the house: The UGG, Muk Luks, or the chunky terry Auden pair are great. If budget matters, the Hanes pack is very solid for everyday wear.

If you like, I can dig up 10 more “best comfort socks” recommended specifically on Reddit right now (with brand/model + user quotes + pricing) and we can compare thickness / cushion level with price tiers (budget / mid / premium). Do you want me to pull that together?

User: No, these are no comfy they're all fairly tight, I'm.

No, these are no comfy they're all fairly tight, I'm. talking the ones for lounging okay like the UGG Darcy Cozy Socks or the slouch socks but not for women specifically

Assistant: Great — since you’re looking for men’s/lounge-style, super soft, thick, comfy slouch or “loungy” socks not tight perfor…

Great — since you’re looking for men’s/lounge-style, super soft, thick, comfy slouch or “loungy” socks (not tight performance ones), here are two parts: (1) what Reddit users suggest to zero in on, and (2) top product picks that match your brief.

🧠 What Redditors say to look out for (and avoid)

• Some users specifically wanted “thick, loose socks I can just slide my into”. One wrote: > “The best I’ve found is the cozy slouch socks from Sock Dreams … I can scrunch my toes every way without feeling contained by the socks.” > Reddit > > That’s exactly the “lounging” feel you want — lots of room, no tight compressive fit.
• Another thread: > “I like the cozy socks from Eddie Bauer. They are soft and fuzzy in the inside but have a grippy sock texture on the outside/bottom of the foot.” > Reddit > > So softness + a bit of grip/texture can help if you walk around the house.
• Some caution: Many “high-performance/ hiking” and heavy wool brands are too tight/structured for lounging. As one user notes: > “Darn Tough are always so tight on my feet. It’s like putting on a wetsuit every time I go to put my socks on.” > Reddit > > So good to steer away from socks with very aggressive compression or tight cuffs.
• About slouch / “loose fit” socks: On r/malefashionadvice: > “The socks are genuinely super soft and comfy … The socks are “super soft slouch socks” by Hanes.” > Reddit > > So simple lightweight cotton slouch socks get good marks.
• Specific features to aim for for lounging: - Thick footbed or heavy knit (for comfort/insulation) - Soft fiber blend (cotton heavy, maybe wool blend, but check non-itch, loose rather than tight wool) - Slouch/loose leg – enough room, not uniform crew compression - Non-restrictive cuff (so you don’t have that band pressing into your calf) - Good “feel” for indoor use (walking around, work from home, cold floors) - If also for travel / flight / office, maybe moderate cushioning but still relaxed fit.

🧦 Top product picks that match your “men’s/lounge thick slouch” brief

Here are several good options — from budget to premium — all with slouch or relaxed fit for men/unisex, thick/heavy knit, comfy for lounging. You can pick based on budget and material preference.

!Hanes Men's SuperSoft Slouch Crew Socks Hanes Men's SuperSoft Slouch Crew Socks$11.00•Hanes + others!Jefferies Men's Slouch Thick Heavy Cotton Knit Socks Jefferies Men's Slouch Thick Heavy Cotton Knit Socks$13.99•Walmart - Socks in Stock + others!Luxe Alpaca Slouch Socks \(Unisex\) Luxe Alpaca Slouch Socks (Unisex)$24.50•Threddies!Jefferies Scrunch Slouch Cotton Socks \(3‑Pair\) Jefferies Scrunch Slouch Cotton Socks (3‑Pair)$13.99•Jefferies Socks + others!Lululemon Unisex Slouch Socks Lululemon Unisex Slouch Socks$18.00•lululemon!SOCKS'NBULK Men's Extra Heavy Cotton Slouch Socks SOCKS'NBULK Men's Extra Heavy Cotton Slouch Socks$24.00•Walmart - Do It Well Trading, Inc.!USA‑Made Thick Slouch Socks \(Threddies\) USA‑Made Thick Slouch Socks (Threddies)$8.95•Threddies!Qomfort Co\. Staple Slouch Socks Qomfort Co. Staple Slouch Socks$20.00•Qomfort Co. And a bit more detail on each:

• Hanes Men's SuperSoft Slouch Crew Socks: Great value, slouch style, cushioned footbed. Good for lounging around.
• Jefferies Men's Slouch Thick Heavy Cotton Knit Socks: Thick heavy cotton knit — fits the “thick” spec well, slouch style.
• Luxe Alpaca Slouch Socks (Unisex): Premium luxury — alpaca blend, unisex, super soft. If you want “next-level” comfort for home/office.
• Jefferies Scrunch Slouch Cotton Socks (3‑Pair): Another good cotton slouch variant, nice pack and style.
• Lululemon Unisex Slouch Socks: Premium brand, terry-loop cushioning, relaxed leg — for when you want elevated comfort.
• SOCKS'NBULK Men's Extra Heavy Cotton Slouch Socks: Bulk pack, big “extra heavy cotton” rating — good for cold floors or heavier use.
• USA‑Made Thick Slouch Socks (Threddies): USA-made, scrunchy slouch style, nice aesthetic and comfort.
• Qomfort Co. Staple Slouch Socks: Mid-premium blend (85% cotton + nylon/spandex), relaxed fit, stylish for everyday lounge.

🎯 My recommendation based on your use case

Since you’re consulting, likely working from home/travel/hybrid, values comfort + style + maybe a little finesse — I’d recommend something like:

• Primary pair: Jefferies Heavy Cotton (#2 above) or Hanes SuperSoft (#1) for comfortable everyday lounge/office use.
• Premium upgrade: Luxe Alpaca (#3) for those cold travel days or when you really want plush.
• Style/looks: Qomfort or Threddies (#8/#7) if you also care about the “scrunch/slouch” look and relaxed leg — maybe at home or casual days.

Also: pick a size with a bit of extra “leg volume” (so it doesn’t hug tightly). Many reddit users like socks they can “slide into” and that don’t restrict. Eg: the “slouch socks from SockDreams” comment earlier. Reddit

If you like, I can pull 10–15 additional men-specific “ultra-lounge comfy socks” (with fibre details, thickness/cushion rating, user review quotes). I could filter by “very loose leg/calf fit” too (so no tight cuffs). Would you like me to dig that up?