The classic Sanuk was born in southern California, so it has deep roots in the sockless culture of that part of the world. All of the Sidewalk Surfer models and Beer Cozy Flip-Flops are for sock free feet. Even the casual sneaker models would look good without socks. But if you want to put on a thin pair of socks to keep your feet warm, it is possible thanks to the shoe upper. One expert on wearing socks with sandals wrote the definitive answer in their online review, saying, "Ich die selbstverständlich OHNE SOCKEN trade!"\r