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    The Sock Monster

    4.7 (111 reviews)
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    Closed 11:00 am - 7:00 pm

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    Mayson B.

    What an awesome store to explore and spend time in. They have a great selection of socks that are great quality and are super soft to the touch. Upon entering it is very welcoming and inviting. What a great store to get socks for gifts for kids, men, and women. The value for the items are fair priced and there are sales on a lot of items. The service from all staff I've encountered was excellent upon entering to exiting the store.

    Tights and slipper socks room
    Sadie B.

    The Sock Monster is one of my favorite small businesses in the Seattle area. Its amazing to see such a huge transformation since the business first started in Wallingford over 10 years ago. The Sock Monster has always been a staple for my holiday shopping, birthday gifts, or simply just treating myself. The staff are so helpful and friendly. They're great resources if you have any questions about the merchandise. It's always a great experience shopping here!

    Tasha L.

    This novelty sock shop is actually really cool. I never knew there were so many different styles and materials of socks to choose from. I especially love the socks with sarcastic remarks and swear words!

    For Taco Tuesdays and the other for just, well.....Yeeehaww!!!
    Willy M.

    Cool little sock shop in Wallingford, I needed socks so I went in here to get a few pairs of socks. Small local shop but with big selections to choose from. I didnt look at the women's section so I have no clue about that. As for men's, plenty of funny character socks, sports related, some more conservative socks, some that are have cool designs, big statment socks etc etc. Prices aren't bad, about $10 a pair depending on which one you choose. Definitely a spot to check out when in the neighborhood, who doesnt like cool new socks? Plus you can go get some gelato at Fainting Goat a few doors down.

    Jeffrey R.

    I really love socks so stumbling upon this gem of a store made my day. Who knew that I needed a pair of socks with a stegosaurus dressed as a taco? Apparently The Sock Monster did! What makes it really specially, though, is that they also carry compression socks with designs. I've gotten used to boring monochromatic compressions for work but I am now the proud owner of multi color leg protection. Icing on the cake is that the employees are all very kind, knowledgable, and helpful.

    Royce K.

    Found this realy cool sock store i was there Probly a good half hour looking at socks so funny But your socks are so funny and really cool to me look at itself in Wallingford deftly have to check this place out

    Michele R.

    All my favorite socks are from here and socks are pretty much all I buy anyone as gifts now. They've got pretty much every kind of sock you can imagine-- Funny socks, pride socks, etc. And they've got a nice kids selection too. They're COVID safe with contactless sanitizer at the door. And everyone that works here couldn't be nicer! :)

    Super cute socks!!!!
    AnneMarie W.

    This is the perfect place to buy gifts! I mean who doesn't like getting cute socks?!!! No matter what age and gender. I spent more time than I thought here because I couldn't decide which socks to get for people. Before I came, I bought gift bags. But that wasn't necessary because they have really cute boxes and gift bags here. Plus, I think they wrap presents for a dollar. The girls who work here are super sweet. I had a couple questions and they were making me laugh when answering them. Plus they are good at helping choose what people would like.

    To add to my huge sock collection lol
    Cynthia L.

    Today, I sing you a song of socks-pence. Socks are an understated piece of clothing, in my opinion. I used to be a fan of Boston Socks growing up (are they still around?) and Sock Monster is my toes' new best friend! I love good service, and theirs can't be beat. I never knew I could have such an engaging conversation about socks with somebody before. I wonder if they get a pair of socks free for every month they work there? If so, I'm totally putting in an application. They have socks of all shapes, styles, colors, and lengths, including tights and other accessories--to complement those new socks! Currently, my favorite socks are the knee-high ones, emblazoned with inspirational (?) words: Tofu, Whiskey, Business (my current favorite), Vodka, Bacon, etc. They are the PERFECT thickness (meaning, not thick, yet soft) for soccer, weight-lifting, running - when you need to keep them calves warm - or just lounging around the house and letting people know that you have your "Socks" socks on. I mean it. My newest purchase ($10) are a pair of socks that just say, "Socks" on them ^_^ Get your very own ninja/zombies/spider/penguin/crow/cupcake/3-Toed Sloth socks at the Monster! They also have a new electronic method of keeping track of your purchases so you can get a discount on your umpteenth pair (it'll happen in no time, I promise.)

    I was told they would not take the socks back because...wait for it...because I had worn them with shoes.

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    Very kind, helpful staff. Great selection. I adore Sock Monster! Love having it in the neighborhood.

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    Very friendly and efficient customer service. Also, The Sick Monster has a great selection of socks and great deals.

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