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The Gentle Sock

The diabetic sock that feels like a hug, not a squeeze.

  • No tight band, no red marks
  • Easy to put on, even with stiff hands
  • Seamless toes, nothing rubs
  • Cushioned sole for soft steps
£28.00

That's just £7.00 a pair

Pack
Colour: Dusty rose
Size
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In stock, ships tomorrow Free UK delivery
Free UK delivery
60 days
Comfort Promise
4.8 out of 5
Why it feels different

The diabetic sock that feels like a hug, not a squeeze. A wide, soft top that stays up without red marks, a smooth seamless toe and a cushioned sole, designed for sensitive feet.

Soft, breathable knit. Machine wash at 40°C, inside out.

Delivery & returns

Free UK delivery, or choose Express tracked delivery (£2) at checkout. Wrong size? We'll send a new size free, and you keep the first pair. Not quite right? Swap them for free within 60 days, even if you've worn them.

Size guide

S fits UK shoe size 3–5, M 6–8, L 9–11, XL 12–14. Between sizes? Go for the bigger one. Full size guide

Is the Gentle Sock right for me?

Made for

  • Diabetes and sensitive feet
  • Feet that swell or mark easily
  • Anyone who hates tight socks

Good to know

  • A comfort sock, not a medical treatment
  • Check your feet every day (Diabetes UK advice)
  • Anything new or sore? Call your GP or podiatrist
No tight bandWide, soft top
Free UK delivery
60-day promiseWorn? Still swap free

Real feet, real hugs.

Woman in her armchair with her feet up in dusty rose HugStep socks ✓ Verified
5.0 I put them on after my bath and forget they're there. No marks on my ankles in the morning. Susan, 71Harrogate
Customer photo of HugStep socks ✓ Verified
5.0 No red line round my legs at the end of the day. First socks that have ever managed that. Margaret, 74Leeds
Woman pulling on soft HugStep socks on her bed ✓ Verified
4.8 Pulled them on by myself first go. My hands aren't what they were, so that made my day. Barbara, 68Chester
Customer photo of HugStep socks ✓ Verified
5.0 I can pull them on without bending double. That's a big deal for me. Pat, 68Norwich
Woman dozing on the sofa under a blanket in HugStep socks ✓ Verified
5.0 Toasty warm for reading in the evening. I've given my old bed socks to the charity shop. Joan, 82Edinburgh
Customer photo of HugStep socks ✓ Verified
4.8 My daughter bought me three pairs for my birthday. I've already asked for three more. Dennis, 79Bristol
Woman making toast in her kitchen in HugStep socks ✓ Verified
4.9 Stand in the kitchen half the day and my feet don't ache like they used to. Linda, 72Swansea
Customer photo of HugStep socks ✓ Verified
4.9 Soft as anything. I wear them to bed all winter. Jean, 81Glasgow
Woman laughing with a mug in her conservatory in HugStep socks ✓ Verified
4.7 The colour is gorgeous. My granddaughter wants a pair now. Carol, 65Bath
Customer photo of HugStep socks ✓ Verified
5.0 Bought the gift box for Mum. She rang me just to say thank you. Lorraine, 66Cardiff
Mother and daughter selfie on the sofa in HugStep socks ✓ Verified
5.0 My daughter brought the gift box round. We ended up ordering a set each. Irene, 80Cambridge
Rose socks with non-slip grip dots ✓ Verified
4.7 The grip ones stop me sliding about on the kitchen floor. Sheila, 77Exeter
Cream ribbed socks ✓ Verified
5.0 Lovely colours. Nobody would guess they're diabetic socks. Anne, 70Brighton
Blush knee-high compression socks ✓ Verified
5.0 On my feet all day at the shop. These are the only ones I can stand wearing. Valerie, 69Nottingham
A pair of rose ribbed socks laid flat ✓ Verified
4.8 Washed them a dozen times and they still feel brand new. Ken, 83Belfast
Three pairs of HugStep socks ✓ Verified
4.9 Swapped for a bigger size, no fuss at all. Lovely handwritten note in the box too. Brian, 72York

Three reasons feet feel better

Older woman relaxing on a sofa in soft rose socks
01
No red marks
A wide, soft top that holds without squeezing.
Close-up of a seamless sock toe
02
Nothing rubs
A seamless toe, smooth inside.
Flat lay of HugStep socks in five colours
03
Soft every step
A cushioned sole under heel and toes.
A pair of rose ribbed socks laid flat

Every detail, softened.

01
Wide, soft topStays up gently, never digs in.
02
Breathable knitA soft, airy knit that keeps feet comfortable.
03
Seamless toeSmooth inside, no bumps.
04
Cushioned soleExtra softness where you step.

Loved by happy feet

What people say after a few weeks in their HugStep socks.

✓ Verified 5.0

Finally, no marks

I've worn pharmacy socks for years and they always left a ring on my legs. These don't. Soft, warm and they actually stay up.

The Gentle Sock
Margaret T.Leeds
✓ Verified 4.9

Easy for stiff hands

My hands are stiff in the mornings. The wide top stretches so easily I can put these on by myself again.

The Gentle Sock
Pat H.Norwich
✓ Verified 5.0

Perfect present for Dad

Ordered the Gift Box for Dad's 80th. Beautifully wrapped, with my note written inside. He wears them every single day.

The Gift Box
Claire W.Guildford
✓ Verified 4.8

Soft and steady

I live on my own and have wooden floors. The grip soles feel steady and they're still lovely and soft inside.

Steady Grip Sock
Sheila M.Exeter
✓ Verified 5.0

Pretty, not medical

I love that they come in proper colours. The raspberry ones are my favourite. My friends keep asking where I got them.

The Gentle Sock
Anne R.Brighton
✓ Verified 4.7

Real people, real help

I ordered the wrong size and they sorted a swap straight away, with a little note. Proper old-fashioned service.

Set of three
Valerie J.Nottingham
✓ Verified 5.0

Warm in bed

I always get cold feet at night. These are soft enough to sleep in and don't dig in anywhere.

The Gentle Sock
Jean D.Glasgow
✓ Verified 4.8

Bought a second set

My wife pinched my first pair, so I've bought us both the set of three. No complaints from either of us.

Set of three
Dennis K.Bristol

HugStep vs. others

Feature HugStep Others
The top bandWide and soft, no red marks
ToesSeamless, nothing rubs
The soleCushioned, soft steps
Getting them onEasy, even with stiff hands
How they lookRose, raspberry or cream
If they're not right60-day swaps, even worn

Questions?

Email us at hello@hugstep.com. Real people, happy to help.

Are these good for diabetic feet?

They are designed for sensitive feet that need a soft, loose fit. If you have a medical condition, please ask your doctor what is best for you.

Which size should I choose?

Pick your normal shoe size. Between sizes? Go for the bigger one.

Do they stay up without a tight band?

Yes. The wide cuff holds gently without digging in.

Can I send them as a gift?

Yes. Put their address at checkout and add a note, and we'll send it straight to them.

What if I don't love them?

Swap them for free within 60 days, even if you've worn them.

Your feet called. They want a hug.

Try them for 60 days. Not right? We'll swap them for free.

HugStep box with three folded pairs