Buco Striped Action Socks White/Black

Inspired by the rugged aesthetic of 1950s outlaw biker culture, these thick two-tone striped socks embody a blend of rebellion and style. Crafted from 100% cotton, they offer a comfortable fit for sizes US8 - US11.5. Made in Japan, these socks reflect the anti-establishment spirit, reminiscent of classic American cinema and the post-war motorcycle scene. Perfect for adding a unique touch to casual outfits while paying homage to a rich historical narrative. From the brand: The thick two-tone stripe is synonymous with the outlaw Biker scene of the 1950s. Aesthetically inferring prison stripes, club members adopted thick two-tone stripe jerseys and other garments as a counter-culture rejection to the dapper style of pre-war motorcycle meet-ups. Motorcycling emerged as a substitute for wartime experiences for many veterans but the act of men socialising post-war was in itself an anti-establishment concept. This combined with the more casual, rugged aesthetic of men returning from War in Europe redefined the prevailing style of American Motorcyle Club members, but more noticeably in the ‘Outlaw’ clubs on the fringes of biker culture. Media sensationalising of the 1947 Hollister Riot catalysed an association of post-war American Motorcycle Clubs as being occupied by misfits and rebels and this affiliation was further cemented by depictions in classic American cinema throughout the 50s and 60s where the thick stripe pattern was used as a shorthand to depict a characters anti establishmentarianism. Medium : US8 - US9.5 Large : US10 - US11.5 100% cotton Striped Made in Japan.