BRUBAKER Warm Alpaca Socks for Men or Women - 4 Pairs

Soft and warm, thick but not bulky. I may buy more in another color.

I was skeptical of these because the price seemed low for 100% alpaca and I saw a multiple reviews saying that they knew alpaca and this is not alpaca. I saw three things being cited in particular: they are not as soft as they are used to, they are not as warm, and they are stretchier. But the price was so good I figured it was worth a shot. I am extremely pleasantly surprised that these appear to be 100% alpaca, as advertised, and in fact even better than I expected! In terms of softness, I also have a lot of alpaca stuff and alpaca socks are normally blends with synthetic fibers. Wool, even alpaca wool can be somewhat "scratchy," and synthetic fibers tend to make alpaca feel softer. Comparing these socks to a scarf I know to be 100% alpaca and socks that are 35% acrylic, the acrylic-blend socks are softer; this feels like the 100% alpaca scarf. These are not as warm and somewhat elastic because of the weave, but they are still very warm and I like the fact that they are somewhat breathable. There does appear to be a tiny amount of spandex or elastic at the cuff, but it's only along the very top rim and completely surrounded by pure alpaca. If you have literally none you need a garter to keep your socks up, but this is actually less spandex or elastic than most socks, which have a band about 3/8" thick. I love these and I ordered another set, but I also have a thing about synthetic fibers. I can put up with acrylic and rayon/vicose in blends, but I hate nylon and spandex and I'm allergic to polyester. The flipside of this is that these are going to wear out quicker, especially in the heel, and the elastic may wear out quicker as well. So if you want warmth and durability, you probably do want a blend, but I am very happy that these are comfortable, breathable, and seem to be as advertised, and they are surprisingly cheap as well!

I got these for my husband who is a deer hunter. The socks kept his feet nice and warm!

Nice, comfy and warm.

I bought 8 pairs to give out as stocking stuffers for Christmas. Had an extra bundle that I kept for myself. I had bought alpaca socks years before from another business and loved them, so I wanted to share with my family something I enjoyed. Since the state was hit with freezing temps this week, I thought this would be the perfect time to throw them on and stay warm. I thoroughly regret it and would return them all if I could. First off, they are only soft to the touch. Once you put them on, they feel no different than any other woven sock. You could go to your closest big box store, buy the cheapest pair of fuzzy socks, and they will probably be softer and warmer to wear than these. The absolute worst part though is how they feel walking around in them. I don't know if it's the way they were woven or if it's the materials used to make them, but it feels like I am walking on a thick layer of sandpaper. I don't understand how a fabric can feel both soft and gritty at the same time. I put on an old pair of my alpaca socks I got from another company and the difference is night and day. In the end, even though it's labeled as alpaca socks, I don't believe they actually are. They aren't as soft as alpaca socks. They aren't as warm as alpaca socks. They aren't as comfortable as alpaca socks. What I really hate is that I bought these for other people and now this is what they are going to think of in the future when it comes to alpaca socks. The socks were a rip off. Not even close to being worth how much the company is charging for them. Spend your money the way you want, but I seriously suggest buying from someone else.

Pros: They're cute when scrunched up to wear with clogs or slippers, and they're tall enough to wear with boots. Great price for 4pk of wool socks, let alone alpaca. Cons: I wear a size 7.5-8 shoe and these are a bit big on me, so people with smaller feet will probably be swimming in them. They're not very soft at all, certainly not as soft as I would expect alpaca to be. The chunky texture of the thick knit is not comfy to stand on, so I'll be wearing thin socks underneath when I use these. I very seriously doubt the 100% alpaca claim on the label. Alpaca is luxuriously silky soft almost like angora rabbit fur, and it's usually way warmer than these are. Based on the price I guess I can't be surprised, bc 100% alpaca usually goes for a much higher price than these. There's also not much stretch in alpaca fiber, so for socks you'd NEED to include a stretchier fiber to compensate for that, usually sheep's wool which has great elasticity. These VERY clearly have elastic thread in them (in the cuff), which by that fact alone proves it's not 100% alpaca wool. The label is misleading, and I suggest the manufacturer change it. Overall I'd give them 3.5 stars. They're alright. I'm keeping them. Update: Based on the lack of elasticity in these they might actually be 100% alpaca (other than the elastic in the cuff). I've just never felt alpaca fiber this coarse.

Excellent item. Keeps my feet warm without moisture from sweating.

These are amazing! Thank you! So warm and comfortable!

Hay algunos que dice que no son de lana de alpaca cien por cien. ¿En qué se basa?Yo los he comprado y son de pura lana. Son los mejores calcetines de lana gruesa que he tenido: La lana no pica. No notas que los llevas. El elástico no aprieta. Son muy calentitos.

They feel like high quality socks. Worth the money!!

Les compre aun de las malas revistas aqui y despues de 5 dias de usar un par pongo 5 estrellas. Simplemente son como les expectaba. Claro que no les uso para mis zapatos de verano, tengo botas un numero mas grande para el invierno y calcetines mas gruesos.

Impeccable, bien chaud, je serre pas les cheville, doux au toucher. Juste une précaution : attention au lavage l à laver seul, sinon les autres vêtements ramassent les poils :)

Great pure woolen socks nice for hiking and sweaty feet