These Short Boots ($1,090) from Maison Martin Margiela’s latest line 22 collection are unique in that they come with detachable wool ribbed socks. They’re made from brown calf leather and have black rubber soles.
Dior Homme has created a pair of Gladiator sandals ($856) that were specifically designed for men who’ve always wanted to wear socks with their open toe sandals. They were released as part of the Spring/Summer 2011 Collection, and feature black calf leather, a buckle strap on the back and a removable cotton sock that can be laced up.
Esquire has just released their Big Black Book just in time for fall. Featuring 190 pages of non-stop gentleman style, it includes everything from classic coats, suits, watches, socks, bags and demin. It also includes a ton of features by various editors at Esquire including Josh Peskowitz. Buy this fashion bible online here.