Pear Compression
Forma Varsity Compression Knee Socks
The Forma Varsity Compression Knee Socks by Pear are graduated compression socks (15-25 mmHg) for improving blood circulation, relieving tired legs, and promoting recovery. Designed in Canada and made in Italy, they feature a moisture-wicking lightweight knit, seamless toe and heel, arch and ankle support, and a composition of 75% polypropylene, 15% LYCRA elastane, 10% nylon; available sizes correspond to shoe sizes 5-7.5 (XS), 8-10 (S/M), and 10.5-12 (M/L). Customer feedback indicates effective compression, though some wearers report the socks can slide off.
- Gender
- unisex
- Style
- activewear, performance
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories
Color
Specifications
Technical compression knee socks offering graduated pressure (15-25 mmHg) for improved blood flow and leg recovery.
Graduated compression, moisture-wicking, seamless toe and heel, enhanced arch and ankle support, ribbed edging.
- Material
- 75% polypropylene, 15% LYCRA® elastane, 10% nylon
- Style
- activewear, performance
- Occasion
- workout, travel
- Gender
- unisex
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories
Additional Attributes
- graduated compression (15-25 mmHg) improves blood circulation
- lightweight stretch knit fabric
- moisture-wicking fibres keep feet dry
- seamless toe and heel construction for comfort
- enhanced arch and ankle support
- ribbed edging
- designed in Canada
- made in Italy
- knee-high length
- promotes leg recovery
Product Insights
Forma Varsity Compression Knee Socks by Pear Compression offer mild-to-moderate graduated compression (15-25 mmHg, not medical grade), with seamless construction and moisture-wicking polypropylene for all-day comfort and blister prevention. A tradeoff: sizing relies solely on shoe size, omitting calf circumference. Buyers find them trendy for both athletic recovery and everyday fashion, and Reddit users consider Pear more stylish than Bombas for social and work wear.
Verified claims
- Compression level
- 15-25 mmHg is mild-to-moderate graduated compression, not medical grade.
- Comfort and wear
- A moisture-wicking knit and seamless toe and heel construction support all-day wear and recovery without seam or sweat friction.
- Sizing
- Calf circumference omitted; sizing is by shoe size only.
- Seamless heel
- Seamless heel avoids vertical Achilles seam that causes blisters.
- Blister prevention
- Seamless construction with polypropylene prevents sweat-trapping friction.
- Seamless toe
- Seamless toe eliminates pinch points in graduated compression.
- Style
- Buyers describe Pear compression socks as trendy for work and going out.
- Dual use
- Designed for both athletic recovery and everyday fashion
- Leg relief
- The graduated 15-25 mmHg compression improves blood circulation and relieves tired legs, supporting all-day recovery wear for people who stand for long periods.
Product record
- Title
- Forma Varsity Compression Knee Socks
- Brand
- Pear Compression
- Price
- 45 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
- Rating
- 3.7 stars, 3 reviews, scale 5
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 7 sourcesUses
For tired legs and circulation support
Knee-high socks with graduated compression, designed to improve blood circulation, relieve tired legs, and promote recovery. A fit for days spent standing or on your feet when you want that gentle squeeze through the calf.[2]
Trendy compression socks for everyday wear and workdays
A Reddit user describes Pear compression socks as more trendy than another brand and says she likes them for wearing out and wearing to work. The knee-high knit is made with moisture-wicking fibres to help keep feet dry, with seamless toe and heel construction and enhanced arch and ankle support for comfort during the day.[1,2]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Forma Varsity Compression Knee Socks: Choose these knee-high compression socks if you want gentle 15-25 mmHg graduated compression that, per the retailer, improves circulation, relieves tired legs, and supports recovery, with enhanced arch and ankle support and a seamless toe and heel. The lightweight stretch knit (75% polypropylene with LYCRA elastane) wicks moisture to keep feet dry, and one wearer likes Pear compression socks as a trendier option for wearing out and to work. They come only in Off White, in three sizes fitting women's shoe sizes 5 through 12.[1,2] | Forma Compression Knee Socks: Choose these if you want gentle 15-25 mmHg graduated compression for long flights, travel, or all-day wear, with seamless toe and heel construction, enhanced arch and ankle support, and moisture-wicking fibers in a lightweight stretch knit (75% polypropylene, 15% LYCRA elastane, 10% nylon). Per the brand, the design also improves circulation, relieves tired legs, and promotes recovery, and a Reddit user describes Pear socks as more trendy and likes them for wearing out and to work. Note that reviews say the sizing runs very small, so measure and consult Pear's size chart before ordering, and some customers—especially those used to compression stockings—find them harder to put on than typical compression wear.[1,3,4] | Forma Varsity Mid-Calf Compression Socks: Choose these if you want mid-calf compression socks with ankle and arch support for everyday wear—one wearer reports liking them as a trendy option for work and going out. The lightweight stretch knit (60% polypropylene, 30% nylon, 10% LYCRA® elastane) has moisture-wicking fibres to keep feet dry, plus a cushioned sole, in a white varsity look with ribbed, striped cuffs reading BE KIND. Sizing runs by shoe size: extra-small fits 5 to 7.5, small-medium fits 8 to 10, and medium-large fits 10.5 to 12, and they are designed in Canada and made in Italy from Oeko-Tex® Standard 100 certified materials.[1,5,6,7] |
Image Analysis
1 images- 01
Product
A pair of white knee-high socks laid flat with one sock slightly overlapping the other; ribbed texture on the lower leg and foot, smooth knit on the upper leg, elastic cuff with two faint horizontal stripes, visible heel and toe seams, and a small gold-colored marking near the toes.
- Overall layoutTwo knee-high socks laid flat and aligned vertically, the left sock slightly overlapping the right sock along the shaft and foot.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.02 · w 0.84 · h 0.96 (high) - Cuff and top stripesWide elastic cuff with a smooth knit band and two faint horizontal stripes encircling the cuff area, visible at the top of both socks.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.02 · w 0.52 · h 0.12 (high) - Upper leg knitSmooth, tighter knit on the upper portion of the shaft above the ribbing, uniform in color and texture.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.12 · w 0.64 · h 0.34 (high) - Ribbed lower leg and footVertical ribbing texture covering the lower leg and instep extending toward the toe, forming a clear textural band distinct from the smooth upper shaft.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.45 · w 0.70 · h 0.34 (high) - Heel constructionDefined heel area with a stitched seam visible on the left sock where the heel meets the foot, showing a change in knit direction.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.72 · w 0.22 · h 0.18 (high) - Toe seamVisible toe closure seam across the tip of each sock, with the fabric at the toe appearing smooth and slightly reinforced.
1 region
x 0.62 · y 0.82 · w 0.34 · h 0.16 (high) - Small metallic-colored markingSmall gold-colored embroidered or printed marking located near the toe area on the right-side sock; marking details are not legible at this resolution.Partial
1 region
x 0.72 · y 0.86 · w 0.10 · h 0.06 (medium)
Other
Studio flat-lay product photo on a light neutral background with soft top-down lighting and subtle shadowing beneath the socks; image is centered and slightly cropped at the edges of the socks.
- Background and lightingPlain light gray background with even, soft lighting and faint shadows cast below the socks indicating top-down illumination.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Shot compositionTop-down flat-lay composition with the socks placed vertically and centered in the frame; small portion of shadow visible to the lower-left of the left sock.
- Image croppingEntire pair of socks visible within the frame with modest space around edges; no additional props or packaging visible.
Colors
bright white· main fabric#F3F1F4metallic gold· toe marking- Overall layoutTwo knee-high socks laid flat and aligned vertically, the left sock slightly overlapping the right sock along the shaft and foot.
Variants
3 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4323927 | Forma Varsity Compression Knee Socks - Off White - X-Small | CA$45.00 | Yes |
| 4323928 | Forma Varsity Compression Knee Socks - Off White - Sml-Med | CA$45.00 | Yes |
| 4323929 | Forma Varsity Compression Knee Socks - Off White - Med-Large | CA$45.00 | Yes |
Documents & Data
Customer Reviews
3 total3 reviews · out of 5
Compressing but slides off
Slides off my leg so unsure about the efficacy of the intended compression.
Bas de compression genou
Couleur douce de ces bas longs et compressifs.
Great
Great
Reddit Insights
1 threads · r/UCTDReddit mentions Pear Compression socks as a trendy option for wearing out and to work, but the discussion is very limited.
The single mention describes Pear as 'trendy' and the user likes them for wearing out and to work, indicating a mildly positive sentiment.
Themes
Use Cases
- Fashionable compression socks for wearing out and to work
Compared To
vs Bombas
Pear is considered more trendy compared to Bombas, which are described as super comfortable and have a charitable donation program.
Source Threads
User mentions Pear as trendy compression socks
Bombas and Pear :) pear are definitely more “trendy” and I like them for wearing out and wearing to work.
u/IrritableSandwichr/UCTDView thread →