Manitou

What's in the box: A set of combed cotton socks in your chosen colour range, either classic dark tones or brighter seasonal colours.

Manitou is a sock brand based in the Netherlands that sells socks for men and women, either one at a time or as a subscription. When you subscribe, you pick a style and a delivery frequency. The classic range sticks to black and blue, and a brighter range covers current fashion colours. Sets can arrive every month, every three months or every six months, and one-time gift sets are also available. The socks are made from combed cotton with some nylon and elastane for stretch. The heel and toe are reinforced, which should help with fit and make them last longer, and each pair has a small Manitou button. Named packs include Director, Touch it up, Signature and Vintage. The brand says orders arrive within two to three days. To pause the subscription, change the frequency, switch colour sets or update your address, you email the team at least 10 days before your next delivery. That works, but it is less convenient than managing everything yourself from an account page. The site does not clearly list how many pairs come in each subscription set or what each one costs, so check those details before you sign up. The main site is aimed at Dutch shoppers, though the brand says it ships worldwide.