“These are very soft and stretchy. Of the 3 types of socks I bought (these along with the crew socks and traveler) these are a favorite. I bought extra and I hope they last. I can tell the ones I've washed more have a little wear and are slightly smaller. In all I love these, they work at repelling insects and are super comfy. I wear a women's size 10 shoe and these are a little roomy, so room to shrink.”