Review on Loose Fit Non-Binding Diabetic Socks For Men And Women - 6 Pairs Of Non-Slip Ankle Black Socks By Debra Weitzner by Jill Bell

I do NOT like "tight fitting" compression-style socks. But, with wood floors and a couple of flights of stairs to climb, I found my regular crew socks far too slippery if I was not wearing shoes. I purchased a pair of 5 star recommended non-slip socks that were excellently made but WAY TOO tight for my feet. I'm a 9-9-1/2 shoe size.I went back online and found THESE and purchased a six-pack. AMAZING. Comfortable. Loose enough for my needs and stay up (just slow the calf) without a problem.Here's the catch - the "padding" on the bottom of the socks to help avoid "slipping" are PERFECT for MY particular needs. To explain: there is enough "grip" with the supplied "padding" that I do not lose my footing or ever feel like I'm sliding into a fall - but some folks might need a more aggressive non-slip pad. That is what was on the socks I rejected for being far too tight around my feet, ankles and calf. During the week that I tried THOSE socks, I almost tripped because they gripped so firmly I lost my balance. NOT SO WITH THESE SOCKS. For MY needs, the grip is perfect. Now, you won't be able to do that Tom Cruise move of sliding across the floor with these socks, but there is enough "give" in them that you won't be "stuck" to the floor and then fall face forward because of it. As for the quality. - the best socks I've ever had around my feet. I alternate 3 pairs right now - ordered another six-pack for the future. At first, we washed in regular washing cycle with the rest of our clothes and then "air dried" them. Not anymore - into the washer and into the dryer (Normal setting) and the socks are holding up perfect. If you want a "snug" but NOT TIGHT fitting non-slip style sock, these might be the right answer for you.