Bleuforêt
Ribbed Alpaca Wool-Blend Socks
CA$28.00CAD
In Stock
These Bleuforêt mid-calf socks are ribbed knit footwear made in France from a blend of alpaca wool and polyamide, with an elasticized cuff and rounded toe. They are intended for everyday wear to cover and warm the feet inside shoes, and the vertical rib construction provides stretch and texture; the heathered grey color is shown in the product image.
- Material
- blend of alpaca wool and polyamide
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Underwear & Socks > Socks
Size
Specifications
Ribbed socks knitted in an alpaca wool and polyamide blend, made in France.
Ribbed knit; alpaca wool and polyamide blend; made in France
- Material
- blend of alpaca wool and polyamide
- Secondary
- polyamide
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Underwear & Socks > Socks
Additional Attributes
- ribbed knit texture
- alpaca wool-blend yarn
- polyamide blended yarn
- knitted sock construction
- made in France
- Bleuforêt brand
- wool-blend socks
Product Insights
46% alpaca wool and 54% polyamide, with no separate sheep's wool One size fits EU 36–40, roughly US women's 6–9 Built for cold, with alpaca's hollow fibres running warmer than merino by weight Machine wash at 30°C inside out, then air dry Polyamide reinforces high-friction zones and helps resist pilling and shape loss At 28 CAD, the value rests on French-made alpaca-blend construction
Verified claims
- product_type
- Women's mid-calf crew socks in a ribbed alpaca blend
- material
- 46% alpaca wool and 54% polyamide, with no separate sheep's wool
- construction
- No elastane; rib knit and polyamide supply the stretch
- fit
- One size fits EU 36–40, roughly US women's 6–9
- comfort
- Ribbed cuff aims for an excellent fit without tightness
- construction
- Vertical wide ribs, folded elasticized cuff and fuzzy heathered surface
- height
- Mid-calf crew height suits boots and lounging
- performance
- Built for cold, with alpaca's hollow fibres running warmer than merino by weight
- performance
- Alpaca wicks moisture and keeps insulating when damp
- performance
- Alpaca helps limit odours, making multiple wears between washes more feasible
- comfort
- Lower-scale, lanolin-free alpaca reduces wool prickle for sensitive skin
- durability
- Polyamide reinforces high-friction zones and helps resist pilling and shape loss
- care
- Machine wash at 30°C inside out, then air dry
- care
- Do not bleach, iron, dry clean or tumble dry
- color
- Grey and Off White are both one size, 28 CAD and in stock; Grey is the listing's named colourway
- value
- At 28 CAD, the value rests on French-made alpaca-blend construction
- origin
- Made in France
- construction
- Rib knit can ravel if a yarn breaks; check heel and toe smoothness
- durability
- Rotate pairs and air between wears to preserve elastic recovery
- care
- Alpaca resists water penetration and oils cling to the surface, so blot spills early
Product record
- Title
- Ribbed Alpaca Wool-Blend Socks
- Brand
- Bleuforêt
- Price
- 28 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 7 sourcesProduct comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Ribbed Alpaca Wool-Blend Socks: Choose this if you want mid-calf crew socks knit from a blend of 46% alpaca wool and 54% polyamide, made in France, with a fuzzy, slightly haloed surface and vertical wide ribs running down the leg and instep. They have a folded elasticized cuff that appears thicker than the leg body and come in one size in Grey or Off White. Note they are listed as one size only, which may not suit every fit preference.[1,2] | Fine Wool Knee-High Socks: Choose these if you want warm, thin knee-high socks that layer under trousers and slide into sneakers, loafers, or boots — the fine 66% wool, 31% cotton, and 3% elastane knit is widely reported as soft, non-binding, and itch-free even on sensitive skin. They are best for everyday cold-weather wear rather than heavy daily walking or trekking, where reviewers report the soles and toes can wear through or thin within a season; rotating multiple pairs slows the wear, and a few wearers with fuller calves found them tight.[3] | Velvety Cotton Socks: Choose these if you want a thin, breathable everyday crew sock in mostly combed cotton (97% combed cotton, 3% spandex, with a Lycra core wrapped in cotton so the surface feels 100% cotton against the skin), knitted in France. Reviewers' feedback highlights a non-binding top and flat toe seam that prevent pressure marks during all-day wear, plus a rich color range from black and charcoal to white and navy in sizes 36 to 41. Be aware that some buyers report recent batches developing holes at the heel junction within a few months, sizing can run inconsistent, and the lightweight fabric lacks insulation for cold weather.[4,5,6,7] |
Image Analysis
1 images- 01
Product
A pair of heathered grey, mid-calf ribbed knit socks shown laid flat and overlapping; visible features include a folded elasticized cuff, vertical rib knit pattern, and a slightly fuzzy wool-blend surface.
- Pair arrangementTwo socks laid flat and overlapping with the left sock slightly on top of the right sock at the cuff area.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.04 · w 0.62 · h 0.92 (high) - Cuff constructionElasticized ribbed cuff that appears thicker than the leg body, forming a folded edge at the top.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.02 · w 0.50 · h 0.16 (high) - Rib knit patternVertical wide ribs running along the leg and continuing down the instep, giving a textured striped appearance.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.10 · w 0.84 · h 0.72 (high) - Toe shapingRounded toe area with visible knit seam shaping at the front of the socks.
1 region
x 0.45 · y 0.68 · w 0.45 · h 0.28 (high) - Heel areaHeel region of the left sock visible with denser knit and subtle shaping where the foot would bend.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.60 · w 0.28 · h 0.30 (high) - Surface textureFuzzy, slightly haloed surface consistent with a wool or alpaca blend yarn; fibers give a soft, heathered appearance.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.10 · w 0.84 · h 0.86 (high)
Other
Product photographed flat on a clean light grey background with soft shadowing; evenly diffused lighting highlights knit texture.
- BackgroundPlain light grey background filling the frame with no visible props.
- Lighting and shadowSoft, even lighting with a faint shadow primarily visible beneath and to the left of the socks, indicating diffuse studio illumination.
- Shot compositionTop-down product shot filling most of the frame, socks positioned at a slight diagonal from top-left to bottom-right.
Colors
heather grey· main body- Pair arrangementTwo socks laid flat and overlapping with the left sock slightly on top of the right sock at the cuff area.