Scented Socks Day

One of the most popular wardrobe items, according to legend, appeared in the 6th century. BC. in Greece. According to another version, at the same time, socks made of wool with a separation between the thumb and index toe were worn by the inhabitants of Ancient Egypt. The word "soccus" for an accessory came to English from Latin, where it was used to refer to shoes worn by actors performing on stage in a theater. At first, socks made of soft leather were part of the home clothes of Greek women. Women put them on before going to bed. Over time, the accessory became a must-have wardrobe item for men as well. In the 15th century Leather products were replaced by high thick stockings made of fabric. Before the invention of the hosiery knitting machine in 1589, socks were made by hand. Industrial production has made the accessory available to a large number of people. The length of the socks was gradually reduced to the size of a garment that covered the heels and toes. A holiday was established in his honor - Sock Day, which is celebrated on December 4th. This happened in 2016 thanks to the American company Pair of Thieves, which produces underwear and clothing. The company was the result of a startup launched by three friends who were dissatisfied with the range of socks available in stores, their quality and design. In 2014, the first collection of lingerie from enterprising young people was presented at Target retail outlets and instantly sold out, which was not nonsense. The team of enthusiasts from Pair of Thieves has managed to create a first-class product - socks that are ideal for both sports and everyday wear. 2 years after entering the market, the company initiated the establishment of a holiday - National Socks Day. December 4 as the date was not chosen by chance, but in order to “warm the toes in commemoration of two historical events.” On this day in 1954, the Broadway musical Tiptoe, about the life story of Emilio and Gloria Estefan, was revived. On December 4, 1991, The Judds, a mother-daughter country music duo, made their final appearance on stage in Murphysboro, Tennessee. In honor of the holiday, Pair of Thieves holds various promotions and events, donating proceeds from the sale of underwear to charity. The company encourages customers to participate in Sock Day by sending a free pair for every post made on December 4 with the hashtag #nationalsockday. The holiday has long changed its national status to international. Today it is celebrated by millions of people in different countries of the world. An unusual celebration is an excellent occasion to pamper yourself with new beautiful socks: knit them yourself or buy an accessory in the store, without which it is impossible to imagine the life of a modern person.