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I like the ones from Vim & Vigr.
Ive had some pairs for years and they hold up really well.
Sherry Ott, travel blogger
I have two pairs from Vim & Vigr and swear by them.
They have different materials like cotton, nylon, and wool, and come in cute patterns.
I wear them on long flights often, including a recent long haul to South Africa.
I barely feel them on flights.
The best ones for long haul, think JFKSIN or LAXSYD, by orders of magnitude, are Sockwell.
I often describe them as Spanx for your calves.
They’re super restrictivein a good way.
I also like the fact that they keep my feet warm on cold flights.
After hearing horror stories from my travel writer friends about in-flight blood clots, I started wearing compression socks.
One of the best pairs of compression socks available is called CEP Compression Men’s Run Socks 2.0.
Although they’re designed for running, they’re great for travel, as well.
Also, they’re affordably priced, as far as compression socks go.
Available in 27 colors, these socks are not only stylish but multifunctional.
For longer flights, I tend to use Physix gear compression socks.
They sell everything from lightweight cotton no-shows to merino wool knee-highs for winter.
Another pair I love is from Bombas.
I love the fact that the footbed is super cushiony and comfortable.
Silberman
Buy it:$18,bombas.com
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