Sheer Crystal Lace Ankle Socks

These are the thin, almost invisible ankle socks that make flats, loafers and low sneakers wearable in warm weather. The body is a sheer crystal-style knit — fine enough that it disappears against the skin — finished at the ankle with a scalloped floral lace trim that sits just above the shoe line. The effect is deliberate rather than accidental: instead of hiding a sock, you get a small, neat detail at the ankle. The knit is ultra thin and open, so air moves through it and the sock dries quickly after a warm day rather than staying damp inside a closed shoe.

They are cut low, at true ankle height, with a soft elasticated lace cuff that holds without digging in or leaving a deep mark. Because the yarn is light and stretchy, one size covers a broad range of feet. They work under ballet flats, mules, low-top sneakers and sandals, and they layer well under boots in spring when a thick sock would be too much. Colours run from everyday beige and white through light grey, light blue, purple, green and army green, so you can match skin tone or make the lace stand out.

Choose single pairs in one colour, three-pair packs in one colour, random three- and five-pair assortments, or a seven-pair mixed-colour set if you would rather just stock the drawer. Wash them in a mesh laundry bag on a cool cycle and let them air dry — the lace trim is fine and a hot dryer will shorten its life. These are a lightweight sheer sock, not a cushioned athletic sock, so they are not intended for running, hiking or long days on hard floors.

• Sheer ultra-thin crystal knit with floral lace ankle trim
• Low cut ankle height — sits just above flats and low sneakers
• Breathable and quick drying for spring and summer wear
• Soft stretch lace cuff, no tight band
• One size, fits approximately US women's 5 to 8.5
• Single pairs, 3-pair packs, 3 and 5 pair random assortments, or a 7-pair mixed set
• Colours: beige, white, light grey, light blue, purple, green, army green
• Wash cool in a mesh bag; air dry, no tumble drying
• Lightweight sheer sock — not a cushioned sport sock