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    The Sock Man

    3.9 (46 reviews)
    ModerateAccessories
    Open 12:00 pm - 8:00 PM
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Becky D.

    I love the quirkiness and creativity you can find inside. Went in and purchased a pair of bald eagle designed socks as well as a candy cane striped legging. The cotton fabric was very comfortable and was not thin at all like some of the pairs I previously owned. This is one of the few locally owned stores in the area and they do a great job preserving the character of the community. The prices are affordable and you'll have a large variety of socks to choose from. The novelty designs are unique and will definitely make you stand out. I've had strangers start conversations with me and complement me on my style.

    Joe L.

    Yes, they sell mostly one item here, but they do it very, very well. This store has one of the most amazing sock collections I've ever seen. If you are shopping for a sports fan (baseball, basketball, football and more), an art lover, comic fan, a Star Wars fan, a cat lover, a dog lover, a trekker/trekkie (whichever you prefer to be called), or just want a cool looking pair of socks, this is the place to go. The people who work here are friendly, helpful, and very laid back. They will gladly answer any of your questions. The prices are generally reasonable, if a bit higher than in other places. However, can you find Van Gogh or Scooby-Doo socks at K-Mart? Basically, if you are looking for a unique/goofy and practical gift for a friend, or to treat yourself, this is the place to go!

    Fallopia T.

    I've been shopping at The Sock Man since they were a stand on the street--"yeah, over there," said the guy today, pointing across the street next to Grassroots Tavern when I went to buy my socks today. (In the 80s, that was right across the street from where I lived.) They're my go-to for cheap cotton socks ($3, 2 for $5--although they used to be $2, 3 for $5) and I've gotten some excellent tights here, too. Considering that boutiques and department stores sell ordinary socks for $12-15, I don't think their prices are high at all--they gotta eat, too.

    Laces from the Sock Man. Got several different colours. Don't ladder them anymore cos I don't give a shit anymore ;)
    Roisin N.

    When someone below said, 'The Sock Man delivereth'...he was not kidding. And I don't care if you just made that word up, sir, because this place and the people and things contained within it are certainly worth making up words for. Seriously, every and any style/design of sock your twisted brain could conjure up (and even some it couldn't) is available here. Striped socks, polka dot socks, martini socks, Thanksgiving socks, even socks with obscenities printed all over them (YAY!)...you get the idea. I'm not all that much of a sock girl (more a fishnets and backseams girl...and lo and behold, they've got those, too!), but even I could not help but gawk and grab. And the best part of all is that this is the only place in the entire city where I was able to find non-black laces for my boots...I'd originally come to St Marks in desperation to enter the den of iniquity known as Search and Destroy, prepared to shell out $20 for laces of marginal quality, but when they didn't have any in stock, I figured it wouldn't hurt to ask the Sock Man. $4 A PAIR for gorgeous checkerboard laces in some fantastic colours (as well as a number of other patterns that didn't strike me so much)...I did have to ask, and the very friendly salesgirl did have to retrieve them from their hiding place, but I got what I was looking for...hell, MORE than I was looking for...and left one happy camper. LOVE. THIS. PLACE.

    Viviann L.

    Fun shop with different length, style, and patterns of socks. Some funny or cute ones too. Some are just pretty general. Sell a few stockings, individual pieces of clothing items, pins, etc. The pins are pretty pricey but it looks alright quality so it's not worth it but it's like $3 each, even with the general super tiny ones. The staff isn't too friendly but talked a lot with another older lady, it's was alright.

    Armand R.

    My cousin took me to a cool sock place after I told him I love fancy socks. Although I have not bought socks in a while, I was curious to see what they have to offer. I went in here and was in awe. They had all types of designs, including sports and food. I bought two pairs of socks for me and my girlfriend as a gift.

    Rahimah M.

    Cool local store with unique themed socks and outdoor wear - mitts and toques. Staff friendly and open late. Cool to check out. Great for souvenirs or gifts !

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    Been going to the Sock Man many years, great quality socks, friendly and welcoming place with East Village history. So glad he's still open!

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    Store supposed to open at noon, 12:25 and nobody is here still. Came to this side of town just for this store. Rather agitated rn.

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