I don’t know about you, but I tend to build my winter style ensembles from the ground up, or at least, I tend to start with something like my favorite pair of boots, and then model the #OOTD from around there. But before the rest of that can take place, I like to focus on what’s going into those boots — namely, a pair of the best socks to wear with boots can make all the difference in terms of comfort, performance and style.

In fact, I’d wager that if you’re not wearing a pair of the best boot socks for men, then, well, you’re taking away from the experience of wearing stylish leather boots altogether. That goes for, again, comfort as well as performance, and this is where my new friends at WORN Brand Socks come into play.

I’ve had the chance to test out WORN Brand over the past few weeks, and I’m more than pleased with the results, as you’ll find in the rest of my (relatively quick-hit!) WORN brand socks review.

That includes pairing Hudson Valley-based WORN Brand Socks with some of my favorite leather boots and shoes around Brooklyn — heading out to one of NYC’s best cocktail bars, stepping into boots for rock concerts and wearing these stylish, comfortable men’s socks during daily strolls. And as you can see at the top of the page, these merino wool socks pack in tons of helpful features.

For starters, WORN Enhanced Boot Socks feature a height that specifically works with lace-up boots and Chelsea boots of all sorts.

That’s helpful if ever you’ve found yourself wearing socks that don’t quite have enough length or coverage. WORN also uses its own Arrowool fabric, an organic merino material that’s ultra-soft and cushioned, yet nicely breathable and durable. I’ve also found that the WORN Enhanced Boot Socks deliver plenty of arch support, and the fit is snug without being too tight (no need to worry about your favorite boot socks sliding down or moving around all day long).

Elsewhere, the brand gives you the option to buy its socks in helpful 2-pack or 3-pack sets, and while they’re certainly pricier than other socks, the comfort, style points and performance materials are next-level, at least in my opinion.

And in matters of style, WORN Brand Socks have passed muster — I appreciate the mix of colorblocked and striped designs in rich, dark and versatile colors that pair well with other shades in terms of fall and winter trousers. This certainly won’t be the last time you hear about WORN Brand Socks, so keep an eye out as you search for some of the best men’s socks to wear with boots this season (and well beyond).