Product Definition and Material Composition
Red over the knee high socks are hosiery garments that extend above the knee, typically made from nylon, spandex, cotton blends, or wool. Major manufacturers such as Hanes, Fruit of the Loom, and Falke produce over-the-knee styles with fiber blends optimized for elasticity and durability. The global hosiery market was valued at approximately $18 billion in 2023, with over-the-knee socks representing a growing subsegment driven by athleisure and fashion trends. Retailers including Amazon, Target, and Walmart stock red over the knee high socks across price tiers from budget to premium.
Retail Pricing and Brand Landscape
Red over the knee high socks retail at an average price point of $8 to $25 per pair in the United States, with luxury brands such as Falke and Falke London offering models above $40. The top-selling red over-the-knee sock SKUs on Amazon often feature reinforced toes and silicon bands to prevent slipping. Hanesbrands reported annual hosiery segment revenue of approximately $1.3 billion, with over-the-knee styles contributing to growth in their women's legwear division. Specialty retailers such as Nordstrom and Zappos carry red over the knee high socks from brands including Bombas, which uses a portion of its revenue to donate pairs to homelessness shelters.
Material Costs and Supply Chain Factors
The primary raw materials for red over the knee high socks include nylon 6, spandex, and cotton, with nylon accounting for roughly 60 to 70 percent of the fiber content in most over-the-knee hosiery. Global nylon prices fluctuated between $1.20 and $1.80 per pound in 2023, influenced by crude oil markets and supply chain disruptions. The U.S. International Trade Commission tracks import data for hosiery classified under HTS code 6115, which includes over-the-knee socks sourced from countries such as China, Vietnam, and Bangladesh. The SEC filing for Hanesbrands Inc. notes that raw material costs and freight expenses directly impact gross margins on legwear products, with the company operating a distribution network across North America to manage inventory for red over the knee high socks and other hosiery.