The earliest versions of socks found were made from animal skins in stone-age and just wrapped around the ankles. Ancient Greeks wore socks made from matted animal hair while Romans used leather to wrap their feet and stay warm. Latter, in around 1000 AD, socks became symbolic of status and wealth. The first evidence of knitted socks was actually found in Ancient Egypt.

Then in the Middle Ages, the wealthy started tying colored pieces of cloth around their feet and used garter so the socks would not fall down. 1490s saw the invention of what is today known as tights. Sometimes, each leg was a different color and were made of silk, wool and other cloths. In 1589, knitting machines were invented which sped up the process of knitting socks. It was only in 17^th century that cotton became a common sock-material. Rich people wore silk and more colorful socks while the poor wore darker shades and wool. In the 19^th century, men’s version of socks began to get shorter and finally got the term ‘socks’. In Latin, "soccus" means light covering of the foot<http://www.articlealley.com/article_28545_27.html>.

Today, socks still serve the original purpose of keeping feet warm and clean but they have become so much more. Socks are made of wool, nylon, cottons, silk and other materials. They come in different colors and styles. Designs defer by needs and changing fashion trends. Twenty-first century has introduced more changes to the concept of socks. It has now become more than keeping your feet warm while looking good. Scientists and designers have started to work together in incorporating style and health solutions into socks.

Magic Socks is the latest innovation in North American Socks industry that has successfully incorporated fashion, beauty needs, warmth and healthy feet needs.