The second season of Netflix's hit show Stranger Things has only been out for a couple of weeks, but already the merchandise is flowing as eager fans lap up unique custom products related to their favourite retro-style series. The goodies we're focusing on today are a bit more functional than most -- promotional socks featuring eye-catching Stranger Things designs.

Unique Socks Branded With Custom Designs

It's no secret that Stranger Things has been a massive success for Netflix, so we were pleased to see the series getting its range of custom socks (in addition to all the shirts, hoodies, toys, and other merchandise released in time for season two). The socks feature iconic designs fans of the show will instantly recognise such as the show's haunting logo and Eleven using her powers.

The Eleven and Stranger Things logo socks are beautifully woven, with their decoration woven directly into the socks themselves. A slightly different looking sock in the range features Barb, for whom justice was sought across both seasons (in the show and fandom alike). Barb's saintly socks are beautifully sublimated so you can enjoy a full-color photographic-style rendering of her face on your feet each day. The Barb socks are also the only ones that come in both ladies and men's sizes rather than a standard unisex, showing that Barb bridges all societal gaps.

If you're not a fan of the show, perhaps what you can take away from these cool branded items is just how simple and effective socks can be as a marketing tool. Personalised socks make the wearer feel special and can start conversations when they're spotted by others. So even if you're not going to wear some spooky Eleven socks to work, they're a great idea to keep in mind next time you have something to market.

First spotted here: https://www.highsnobiety.com/2017/11/02/stance-stranger-things-socks/