How to Fasten Men's Sock Garters

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Garters are used to keep socks from slipping down and bunching inside the shoe. Garters also rid the wearer of unsightly rolls of sock around the ankles, providing a neat and professional appearance. The garter was commonly worn before elastic became widespread. Eventually, elastic reduced the need for garters to hold up socks. The garter is still used by many men and is common for military dress attire.

Instructions

1. Place the garter on the leg above the calf and clip into place. Arrange the garter to accommodate the number of clips; garters will either have one clip in the front or two clips that are located one on each side.

2. Adjust the garter to fit snugly around the leg. Standard garters will adjust to fit a leg that measures 11 to 20 inches in circumference.

3. Pull on a sock and attach the sock to the garter by opening the clips and closing them over the top of the sock.

References

• You Tube: Put on Garters
• Sock Dreams: Men's Garters

Resources

• Read this Article in Spanish