Wanderlust Travel Compression Socks - Support Stockings

So, I work way too many desk hours, and, while I am endeavoring to take more frequent breaks, and even bought a little stepper machine to use in my office, research on health led me to compression socks. given that I've got a bit of neuropathy setting in, which is not good. I was pretty surprised at the prices, and, of course, it's hard to know if the "knock off" brands are any better than "branded" brands. Since I knew nothing of compression socks, it's been a hit and miss of trial and error.I wanted something white (not sure what's up with so many compression socks coming in wild color combos and designs?) and, starting out, I eventually found some great copper infused compression socks on here, by FuelMeFoot, that are 15-20mmHG which was a good beginning (and three pairs for ten bucks is awesome!). Then, hot weather hit, and it's very difficult to find a regular athletic or crew length sock to wear with shorts (wasn't really wanting to rock the lederhosen look, haha), but, finally found some from ADLU. Of course, a shorter compression sock doesn't do the same job, and I get that, but the ADLU are a nice balance of looking like "normal" socks plus providing some compression benefit and, at 15 dollars for two pairs, it's not that bad, since regular socks have gone up in price, yet seem to have gone down in quality at the same time.But, having gotten used to (and actually really liking) how compression socks feel, I wanted to notch up to a more therapeutic level of compression, that I could wear while sleeping, at least a few nights a week, so I started exploring brands of those type. Read the many great reviews for these, but, with seeing much less expensive options, I tried those first, just because 20 bucks a pair is steep.I ordered one of these, to compare, and, NO comparison, these are definitely the BEST of what I've found. The level of padding, and comfort, and excellence of fit is phenomenal. Extremely well made socks, and they just feel wonderful to wear. I know, kind of odd, socks that feel so great, but, seriously, these make my feet and legs very happy. I sleep great, and it seems my neuropathy is not getting any worse, and may even be starting to improve, so three cheers for compression socks, and a thousand cheers for these Wanderlust socks, the best of what I've found thus far, in a higher compression sock.They even sent a coupon for my next order, and I just ordered two more pairs. They are thicker than the FuelMeFoot ones, so I'm not sure they will work as well in my sneakers, but, as an around-the-house and sleep-at-night sock, these are awesome. If they don't make my shoes fit too tight, I will likely switch over to these when the weather warms up, and possibly wear these exclusively, since they offer more therapeutic effect.A terrific sock, and thanks to all the reviewers on here for sharing their findings. Wish I'd had these when I used to do overseas travel, but glad I've found them now!SUMMARY: Well made, perfect fit, plenty of padding, "normal" appearance, super comfortable, and, in a case of getting what one pays for, these are worth every penny. Highly recommend!

I've been waiting a bit to review these, because I wanted to have some long-term use to see how they held up.I'm happy to report that these socks are every bit what they are advertised as. As an airline pilot, I'm on the road a lot and spend a lot of time sitting down in airplanes as I crisscross the country. I wanted some socks that would provide plenty of essential support and compression as well as being comfortable and durable. These socks are all of this, with a bit of a caveat to the durability aspect.I can wear these socks all day, and they are something that I never think of until I take them off at the end of the day. That's a good thing! Lots of support and the soft fabric is really comfortable. I have other pairs of "athletic" compression socks that I was using before these, and there is no comparison. After a few hours in the other ones, I really want to take them off. In these socks, you really do get all day comfort.For me, the L/XL size is great for my size 11 shoe, but they are just a bit too long for me on the leg. No big deal, I fold over the top 1/2" of the sock to keep it from bothering me and I don't notice it at all.On to the durability thing......these socks are just fine as long as you're not a bonehead like me and try to pull them all the way on from the top of the sock. You really have to be a bit cautious when you are putting them on, meaning pull the sock on a bit at a time. In all fairness, I wouldn't expect any socks this long to survive more than a few attempts of abuse by pulling them all the way on from the top.So, that being said, I'm going to be ordering another pair of these socks now to replace the one I ripped!

I thought I had already written a review, but apparently not. My feet always swell on even the shortest of flights. In Jan 2024, I knew I had to try something for a 20 hour (16 flight hours) trip. After reading reviews, I bought these amazing socks. I put them on at the airport before the first departure and took them off approx 24 hours later. WOW. no swelling at all. They felt tight putting on. Wasnt sure Id be able to last much time wearing them, but they were actually quite comfortable after the first 15 or so minutes. Return flight, we ran into major delays and flight cancelations. Ended up taking 5 flights over the course of 4 days. Wore these socks a lot during that time (thinking I was going to board). Again, upon arrival at home, my feet were perfect like I never even flew. I will never fly without them. Highly recommend.