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Willow Bough
William Morris
Description
Willow Bough: willow branches, looked at leaf by leaf
According to his daughter May, Willow Bough began with a walk. She was walking with her father along the little stream at Kelmscott that runs into the Thames, when he pointed out 'the detail and variety in the leaf-forms' of the willows. Soon afterwards the wallpaper was done. The result is not a decoration of a willow but a faithful rendering: narrow leaves falling over one another, carried by thin brown stems that run diagonally through the whole pattern.
Morris believed a good pattern should carry 'unmistakable suggestions of gardens and fields'. Willow Bough does exactly that, and became one of the most popular wallpapers of Morris & Co. (the V&A even calls it the most popular). It was hand block-printed by Jeffrey & Co. and has been in production since 1887.
On the sock we kept it calm: a cream foot like the ground of the wallpaper, with the green leaves and red-brown branches on top. Knitted in, not printed: the colours are part of the sock itself, so they don't fade.
William Morris · 'Willow Bough', 1887 · wallpaper, block-printed in distemper colours.
Materials
- 80% organic cotton
- 15% polyamide
- 5% elastane
Shipping
- Free shippingfor orders from €39.
- Delivery time Netherlands & Belgium: ordered on weekdays before 23:30 = delivered tomorrow.
- Delivery time Germany: 1-2 business days,
- Delivery time rest of the EU: 2-4 business days.
All orders are shipped with track and trace, so you can easily follow your package.
Why Organic Cotton?
Organic cotton is grown without harmful chemicals such as synthetic pesticides and fertilisers. Instead, natural methods are used to maintain soil health and manage pests. This process helps protect the environment and creates safer working conditions during harvest.
For our socks, this means you can enjoy soft, comfortable socks that are kind to the planet while being durable and sustainable. By choosing organic cotton, you help reduce chemical pollution and support ethical farming practices. It's a small choice that benefits both you and the environment!
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Ordered today, delivered tomorrow
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Free shipping on orders over 39 euros
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Easy returns within 30 days
Fair & Sustainable
A Commitment to Quality
Organic cotton offers two key benefits: it's gentle on your skin and kinder to the environment. Thanks to superior craftsmanship, these socks maintain their softness and appearance, wash after wash.
Soft & Comfortable
Perfectly Suited to Your Feet
These socks provide an excellent fit, delivering exceptional comfort and softness. You'll particularly appreciate the difference on long days compared to standard socks.