The «HOMEY» socks are a continuation of a design project focused on developing brand identity for a portable speaker inspired by the Republic of Tuva.
The prints differ for the left and right sock. The left features a chrome wave with a silver-gray gradient, soft blurred edges, and glossy highlights. The right displays a light gray wave (#EEEEEE) made of layered ribbons—clean and minimalist. The wave occupies about 70% of the ankle height, is centered on the outer side, and fades toward the heel and toe. The ribbing remains black, while the heel and toe are highlighted in gray.
Mid-calf (crew) socks, unisex, available in two size ranges: 36–40 and 41–45 EU. Composition: 75% cotton, 22% polyamide, and 3% elastane. The cotton provides comfort and breathability, the polyamide ensures durability, and the elastane guarantees a snug fit around the leg. The folded foot length is 22–24 cm for the smaller size and 24–26 cm for the larger size. The ankle height is approximately 20 cm from the heel, and the relaxed width is 8–9 cm. The pair weighs about 50–60 g.
The knitting is stockinette stitch, with a gauge of approximately 144 needles. The top of the foot is a seamless flat design to prevent chafing. A 1×1 ribbing, 6–7 cm high, is used with elastic yarn to keep the sock secure and prevent digging in. The heel and top of the foot are reinforced with a denser charcoal-colored yarn. The base is black, the surface is matte, and the cotton knit texture is visible up close.
The application technology depends on the production method. Some options include digital direct printing with a white underlay, which will render the chrome gradient but feel slightly denser to the touch, or jacquard knitting, which is well-suited for a light gray wave but will simplify the chrome gradients.
