Figure 1.--Here arecsome of the kneesocks called knicker hose by Eatons. Click on the image to see the other styles.
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Figure 1.--Here arecsome of the kneesocks called knicker hose by Eatons. Click on the image to see the other styles. |
These were similar to the others, but all turn-over-top styles. . All with the exception of one pair had a variety of patterns at the top. Like the other socks, they were described as knicker hose. Most were socks done in cilors like blue (mostly navy), brown, and grey. These would have matched the colors of the pants commonly worn by bots. One pair was done in red. None were done in black which was a popular color in the United States. Many boys wore these socks with breeches.
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