Submit Designs

Send us your patterns, colorways, and functional upgrades—then help shape what moves forward.

Patterns & Graphics + Colorways

Share your visual direction—motifs, themes, icons, typography, stripes, or bold graphics—plus the color palette to match. Upload sketches or references, describe the vibe (clean, loud, minimal, seasonal), and add color notes (hex codes welcome, but not required).

Functional Upgrades + Inspiration

Suggest performance improvements like fit, cushioning, compression, grip, breathability, and durability zones. If you have examples, upload photos/links or describe what you wish socks did better—this helps us turn ideas into test-ready concepts faster.

Use Cases

Tell us where these socks will be worn—work, athletic, casual, dress, outdoor, or uniform use. Include any context that matters (type of shoes, surfaces, climate, hours on-foot) so we can design for real life.

How It Works

Send us your patterns, colorways, and functional upgrades.

First Feedback (Inner Circle)

Get early input from close friends and family of participants to refine the idea.

Community Feedback (Sock Bandits Community)

ather broader feedback from the Sock Bandits community to help shape what moves forward.

Submit

Share a sock concept (pattern, colorway, motif, or feature upgrade).

Prototype Testing (Innovation Sock Lab)

Top ideas move into real-world wear testing through the Innovation Sock Lab.

Limited Drop (Sock Shop)

Select concepts become limited-edition releases available for purchase in the Sock Shop.

SockHack Guidelines

Keep it original

Submit ideas you created or have permission to use. If you’re inspired by something, credit the source and make it meaningfully different.

Be clear and specific

Include the basics: concept name, theme, intended use case (work/athletic/casual/dress/outdoor), and what makes it unique. Add references or sketches if you can.

Include color + pattern direction

Share your colorway (names or hex codes) and pattern/graphic notes (motifs, placement, vibe). If you don’t have exact colors, references are fine.

Functional upgrades are welcome

Call out improvements you want to see: fit, cushioning, compression, grip, breathability, durability zones, or seam comfort. Explain the “why” (what problem it solves).

Design within real-world limits

Some details may need adjustment for manufacturing (thread counts, placement, complexity). We’ll refine concepts to keep them wearable and producible.

Collaboration is the point

Expect feedback and iteration. Other contributors may suggest improvements—stay open, keep it constructive, and build the idea together.

Credit matters

We recognize meaningful contributors as ideas evolve. If multiple people shape a concept, we’ll acknowledge the collaboration when it moves forward.

Respect the community

No hate, harassment, or inappropriate content. Keep submissions and feedback respectful and inclusive.

Keep personal info out

Don’t share private information (yours or anyone else’s) in submissions, comments, or uploads.

What happens next

Ideas move through: Inner Circle feedback → Sock Bandits community input → Prototype testing (Innovation Sock Lab) → Select concepts become limited drops in the Sock Shop.

Ready to SockHack?

Bring your boldest sock ideas—submit concepts, collaborate openly, and help shape what we build next.

Part of Sock Bandits | Innovation Sock Lab ecosystem.

FAQs

Do I need design skills?

No design skills are required to submit your ideas.

Can I submit multiple ideas?

Yes, feel free to submit as many ideas as you like.

What ideas are best?

Ideas that are clear, creative, and well thought out tend to stand out the most.

How are ideas chosen?

Ideas are selected based on originality and potential impact.

How do I submit?

Yes, all contributors receive proper credit for their ideas.

Is there a deadline for submissions?

Please check the submission page regularly for any updates on deadlines.

Will I get credit?

Simply send us your idea through the submission form on our site.

How is the prototype tested?

Prototypes are tested in our Innovation Sock Lab, where real users try them out and share insights.

How do I get notified about drops?

Sign up for our newsletter to get updates on prototypes, testing phases, and upcoming limited drops.

Who can collaborate?

Anyone interested in open, respectful collaboration is welcome.