Barre socks, grippy socks, sticky socks, whatever you call them, you most likely have a pair in your gym bag. The majority of studios require you to wear a pair to class either for hygienic reasons, to help you with your balance, or to keep your feet warm. You can find branded barre socks like those sold at your local Pure Barre, Barre Code, Pop Physique or Bar Method or non-branded socks like those sold by Sticky Be Socks, Tavi Noir, BarreSocks, grippysox etc.
Tavi Noir founder Charlotte Hobgood.
Sticky socks are expensive and we want to make sure they last longer than a few months. That’s why we reached out to Tavi Noir founder Charlotte Hobgood to learn how she keeps her socks in optimal shape.
As a general rule of thumb follow the washing and care label before you wash your socks but follow these other tips to ensure they maintain their grip.
How to Maintain the Health of Your Barre Socks
Turn those socks inside out.
Not only will this ensure they don’t lose their grip but you will also be giving them a better clean.
Wash on cold and the gentle cycle.
You can put your sticky socks in the washing machine but avoid hot temperatures. This can cause your socks to shrink and can shorten their lifespan.
Put them into a laundry bag inside the washing machine.
For an even gentler wash, put your socks into a bag specifically designed for the washing machine, to avoid sock pilling.
Don’t use too much detergent.
Using too much detergent for your laundry load size, can cause fungal growth and can even have them smelling like mildew.
Air dry your socks or put them in the dryer on low heat.
To keep your socks soft and grippy, avoid throwing them in the dryer. Always air dry your socks on a drying rack, or line dry them.
Do not bleach or iron.
No need to iron your socks, just let them air dry.
Only wear your socks during class.
Though it’s tempting to wear them around the house, if you save them just for class this will ensure they last longer.
Do you have any other tips for how you maintain the health of your socks? Leave a comment below.
