That's what my next toast will be. "To an end of sock sorrow! Cheers!"
What is sock sorrow, you ask? I didn't know myself until I got an email from the people at www.blacksocks.com. They want me to tell the readers of GCM-- superintendents across the planet -- that their sock woes can come to an end with their service. For the price of $89 a year, you can get a "sockscription." A sockscription is three brand new pairs of socks every four months for a year.
Never shop for socks again! Get rid of your mismatch sock pile! Enjoy fine Italian-made socks!
Well, I saw the release, and it included a free sample for interested media. So I bit.
In the photo below is my first (and last) attempt as a foot model. My new Blacksocks arrived a few days after the agency contacted me.
My review? Hard to judge, really... we never discussed shoe size, and they mailed me a pair of size medium (intended for men's sizes 5.5 to 8.5) and I wear a size 13. So, these socks really weren't meant for my feet. In the proper size, though, they look like they could be comfortable.
According to the press release this service has done quite well in Europe, and recently has entered the North American market. The company recently celebrated selling its one millionth pair of calf socks.
If you hate shopping for socks, maybe this service is for you. Don't let my mutant toes dissuade you. Oh, yeah, they also sell underwear. Don't worry, I'll let Ostmeyer handle that blog post...
I thought your feet were the ones in the happy meadow. Then I clicked on the link. For a second I thought you had too much time on your hands...or feet.
Posted by: Thomas Lervik Jr | July 17, 2009 at 10:36 AM