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Increase your stability and balance, align your posture and more

With the temperature dropping and studios getting drafty, it's time to get kitted out in a cosy pair of yoga socks. You might have the right yoga pants and yoga mat already, but finding the right yoga socks is a welcome addition for the winter. Yoga socks can re-energise your flow by increasing your stability and balance, aligning your posture and more.

Yoga socks (also known as grip socks or pilates socks) are hard wearing, extra grippy and sometimes moisture-wicking for hot sessions. In some cases, the socks will also separate the toes, which is useful during asanas that include stretching out the foot for balance.

They come in two types; grip and non-slip socks, for stability as you move and open toe and heel socks, for complete freedom of movement and connection to the ground.

The best yoga socks have multiple benefits. They can help you align your posture in the right direction, give you extra traction on the mat to support balance and prevent slip injuries.

Got cold toes? As tempting as it is to wear normal socks, this will at best, hinder your practise. Wearing regular socks for your practise increases injury risk and generally makes even the simplest of stretches that bit more awkward.

Yoga socks are also an extra layer of protection from any lurking germs - always handy if you find that mats at a budget studio aren't quite as, err... fresh as you'd like. Bonus: They'll also keep your feet warm during a slower-paced Yin flow.

Say hey to the perfect pair of yoga socks and practise in comfort and confidence now...

Sweaty Betty's famous grippy socks were designed to keep you cosy during yoga, pilates, barre, and home workouts. These breathable organic cotton blend socks have good grip and a cross strap so they won't slide off mid-Warrior II pose. They're available in three stylish colour pairings, and we're partial to this raspberry pink. (Psst - after wearing these to many a yin class, this editor can confirm these are comfy, lightweight, and wash well.)

Celebrity favourite label Alo Yoga always knows what yogis need best - like these pretty socks. Perfect for studio classes, they have sturdy criss-cross elastic bands, padded soles, and a non-slip grip on the bottom. As a bonus, these come in three chic colours: black, powder blue, and ballet slipper pink.

Pointe Studio's pack of three cute yoga socks is ideal for those that want to spice up their basic black Lycra. Pumpkin spice, if you will. Sorry. Pair with a chic neutral set from Adanola.

With over 200 five star reviews, happy customers say these stay put and don't twist around on the foot during classes. Others love the flexible neoprene material, and the grippy underfoot pads that don't impede movement.

Featuring full arch support, an inner grip at the heel and blister tabs, plus sole grips to stop slipping, this little pink pair will soon become your downward dog essential.

The sweet spot between full freedom of movement and the stability of secure grip, no matter how hard you push yourself. We're adding to basket now.

As the temperature drops, and we find ourselves on the mat in drafty, candle-lit studios, the added warmth of individual toe socks is very welcome. Sure, they might look a little funky, but you'll get an unrivalled toe squat pose in these. (Thanks to your ability to fully spread out and grip each toe on the floor.) 'Juicy,' as they say.

Sometimes, it's the small things in life, like seeing these cute smiley faces beaming up at you while you reach for your toes. Pointe Studio's socks have a compressive arch, PVC grip, and a padded ankle rest.

Going in feet first for some toe freedom here. At an excellent price, these non-slip yoga socks mean you can feel focussed and unrestricted when you hold your pose.

A good choice for a slightly higher fit, these multi-use yoga socks come in at great value - and shades that’ll get you spotted when you're back at the studio.

Like a huge bag of pick 'n' mix, these super-sweet toe yoga socks are like the crazy gloves you loved when you were a kid. They come high recommended too. We're sold.

With a bright, grippy underside, this four pack of multi-use yoga socks give you full confidence in your grip, even in your Power Vinyasa sessions.