In stock
£26.00
RoToTo Retro Athletic Ankle Socks capture the brand’s signature blend of vintage sportswear influence and meticulous Japanese craftsmanship. Clean, versatile, and effortlessly wearable, they’re designed to slot seamlessly into everyday rotation.
Produced in Japan using a breathable cotton–linen blend, these socks are knitted with a loose, airy structure that promotes ventilation and comfort. The natural fibres provide a soft, dry feel against the skin, making them ideal for warmer weather or all-day wear. Subtle technical fibres are added to enhance stretch, durability, and shape retention over time.
As with all RoToTo designs, traditional manufacturing techniques are carefully balanced with modern performance considerations. The result is a lightweight, refined ankle sock that delivers both comfort and longevity, whether worn with trainers, loafers, or casual footwear.
A reliable, understated essential that reflects the brand’s dedication to quality and timeless design.
RoToTo socks come in three sizes: Small, Medium and Large. These are equivalent to the following UK, European, US and Japanese shoe sizes. If you are in between sizes, we recommend sizing up for a comfortable fit.
| Size | UK | Europe | USA | Japan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Small | 5-7 | 38-41 | 6.5-8.5 | 23-25 |
| Medium | 7-9 | 41-44 | 8.5-10 | 25-27 |
| Large | 9-11 | 44-47 | 10-11.5 | 27-29 |
RoToTo socks are manufactured in Hiroyu, Japan, with each pair designed around a “lifelong consumables” ethos. Made with the combination of old and new manufacturing processes that bring together vintage American knitting machines imported to Japan in the early 1900s and modern materials and technology, RoToTo’s socks are the finest you’ll ever slip your feet into.
The brand avoids mass production and supports skilled, local craftspeople with a deep knowledge of their craft stemming from decades of work in the garment industry.
We’ve been wearing RoToTo socks for years and their comfort and durability are second to none. We’ve tested them during long hikes in the Northumberland hills; the choice of materials and quality of construction means they are tough and comfortable enough for all-day wear.
Equally at home in the city or on the trail, RoToTo socks will keep your feet looking and feeling good and will quickly become the socks you always reach for.
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We use Royal Mail Tracked 48 and International Tracked to send our orders in most cases. The shipping cost is calculated based on your location and the weight of your order. You can find out more about shipping costs on our shipping page. The average shipping times are:
We aim to ship all orders within 24 hours of receipt or on the next working day. Once your order has shipped, you will receive a tracking reference to your email address.
We’re happy to accept returns or exchanges of orders in new and unworn condition with original packaging within 14 days of receipt. To return your order, please contact us first at sales@thosethatknow.co.uk.
Unless we have made a mistake with your order, we cannot accept returns of socks, magazines or books.
For more information about returns, see our returns page.