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The 12 Best No-Show Socks

Buh-bye, fishing around for that rogue sock.

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If you're in the market for a pair of socks that'll protect your toes and heels without being so, uh, visible—then you've come to the right place. I went ahead and found all the best no-show socks worth buying. And to make things super simple, I've even organized the top 14 styles below in order of most coverage to least, so you know which ones will work with your running shoes and which are probs better suited for your ballet flats. May you never wear the wrong socks again.

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best no-show socks for low-top sneakers

Leotruny Unisex Thick Cushion Athletic Cotton No-Show Socks

Leotruny Unisex Thick Cushion Athletic Cotton No-Show Socks

If your low-top sneakers are too revealing to wear an athletic ankle sock (think: Converse), this version is cut low enough to hide underneath the tongue. No-show socks are notorious for sliding down your foot, but these have not one, not two, but five silicone bands along the inside of the heel to prevent them from rolling down.

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best thin athletic no-show socks

Eedor Women's 3-Pack Thin No-Show Socks

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Eedor Women's 3-Pack Thin No-Show Socks

Anything with 5,700+ reviews and 4.5 stars Amazon is worth trying IMO, and if you're looking for the perfect no-show sock for slip-on shoes, you might want to try them, too. While some thicker socks are too bulky to squeeze into tight sneakers, this pair is the perfect in-between of super-thin nylons and thick athletic socks.

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best no-show socks for blister protection

Heatuff Women's Low-Cut Ankle Athletic Socks

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Heatuff Women's Low-Cut Ankle Athletic Socks

Get all the benefits of a big, thick comfy sock condensed in a smaller version with these low-rise ankle socks. They're breathable, cushioned, supportive, and moisture-wicking—but the best part is the discreet ankle tab in the back. While some no-show socks do nothing to protect your heel from blisters when running, these have a nice cushion that's still low enough to hide inside your shoe.

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best breathable no-show socks

Mottee&Zconia Womens No Show Low Cut Ankle Sock

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Mottee&Zconia Womens No Show Low Cut Ankle Sock

These ones are super breathable, which means you can basically wear them all day long. Oh, and bonus: They come in a rainbow of colors.

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best performance no-show socks

Saucony Cushioned Invisible Liner Socks

Saucony Cushioned Invisible Liner Socks

These cushioned, ventilated bbs have special silicone grips, so they won't slip off your heel—no matter what sport you're doing.

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best cute no-show socks

K. Bell Novelty No Show Socks

K. Bell Novelty No Show Socks

I know the whole point here is for your socks not to show, but these ones are just so cute, you may still have to show them off.

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best basic no-show socks

Stance No Show Socks

Stance No Show Socks

These ultra-thin cotton socks come in a variety pack of three, so you have a neutral color for every occasion. They feature a subtle striped design, and have a barely noticeable silicone pad in the heel to keep from slipping.

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best warm no-show socks

Smartwool Women’s No Show Sock

Smartwool Women’s No Show Sock

One major drawback of no-show socks is the lack of warmth they provide. But these babies by Smartwool have all the benefits of warm, Merino wool mixed with the "barely there" coverage of a low-cut sock. The best of both worlds, truly.

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best no-show socks for protecting toes

Soxbang Women's 4 Pairs No-Show Liner Socks

Soxbang Women's 4 Pairs No-Show Liner Socks

Anyone with wide feet knows the pain of closed-toe shoes (especially new ones that aren't broken in) rubbing your toes the wrong way. But these socks have soft pads along the sides of the toes to protect from rubbing, and the absorbent cotton sole prevents sweat from causing friction and even more blisters.

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best no-show socks for ballet flats

Jarseen 4 Pairs No-Show Liner Socks

Jarseen 4 Pairs No-Show Liner Socks

Another Amazon favorite, these no-show liner socks just barely cover your toes, which makes them ideal for pumps and flats. But to make sure they stay in place and don't slip and slide around inside your shoe, these socks have a silicone band that goes around the entire edge and a non-skid patch on the sole.

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best ultra-low cotton no-show socks

Toes Home Ultra Low Cut Liner Socks 5 Pairs

Toes Home Ultra Low Cut Liner Socks 5 Pairs

If your feet get way too sweaty throughout the day to wear nylon liners, this 80-percent-cotton version will soak up any moisture without bunching up inside your heels and flats.

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best no-show socks for slides

TeeHee Women's Seamless Toe Topper Liner Socks 5-Pack

TeeHee Women's Seamless Toe Topper Liner Socks 5-Pack

If you love wearing backless slides or mules but your toes get way too swampy inside, these toe toppers are the fix. Like little hats for your toes, these half-liners keep your piggies covered, and the non-slip grips prevent your slip-ons from sliding off.

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