Graduated compression socks work by applying pressure on the veins in your legs to improve the flow of blood back to your heart. The term “graduated” describes a pressure pattern that is greatest at your ankle and “gradually” decreases as it moves up the leg.

Compression socks can reduce swelling and blood pooling, increase circulation, ease leg fatigue, and help prevent issues like varicose veins or blood clots (DVT), especially during pregnancy, on long flights, or if you spend a lot of time sitting or standing.

"mmHg" stands for millimeters of mercury, which is a unit of pressure measurement. In compression socks, it indicates the amount of pressure the socks apply to your legs. Typically expressed as a range, the lower the range, the lighter the compression. Mode’s Everyday Knee-High Sock is 15-20 mmHg, considered mild to moderate compression, making it great for everyday wear, travel, and managing mild swelling or fatigue.

You can wear them throughout the day, particularly during long periods of standing, sitting, or physical activity. Just take them off before bed. For managing swelling, it is best to put on as closely after waking up as possible. Though, for personalized advice, we recommend consulting your doctor.

Everyone can benefit from wearing compression socks, but they are especially helpful for people who stand or sit for long periods, frequent travelers, athletes, pregnant women, and those managing conditions like varicose veins, POTs or lymphedema.

Absolutely. Compression socks are recommended during pregnancy to help manage the increased fluid and blood flow women often experience, which can lead to swelling, fatigue and discomfort. 

As a small business, we use a pre-order system so we can forecast product demand and help fund production costs. In return for your support and patience, we offer a discount. This is how it works:

• We will launch new products on the site 30-45 days before production begins. During this time, you can place your pre-order with a 15% discount.

You'll get an order confirmation once the pre-order has been placed. Here we'll share your order # and the expected shipping window. If for some reason we anticipate delays, we'll let you know.

Questions about pre-orders? Email us at kate@modecompression.com

We anticipate that products will be ready to ship by early November 2025. If you placed a pre-order and for some reason we are experiencing delays, we'll reach out to let you know.

Questions about pre-orders? Email us at kate@modecompression.com

The 15% discount is automatically applied to your order at checkout. No coupon code required.

Questions about pre-orders? Email us at kate@modecompression.com

If you haven't received an order confirmation email within 10 minutes (spam, too), contact us at kate@modecompression.com. It’s possible that your order was unsuccessful or that your email address was submitted incorrectly.

If you want to cancel your pre-order, reach out to kate@modecompression.com as soon as possible. We will be happy to cancel it so long as production has not begun. If production has started, we won't be able to cancel the order.

If you receive the order and want to return it, follow the instructions below to request a return. Note: returns must be unopened, unworn with all original packaging. We will not be able to accept returns which have been opened or worn.

Still have questions? Email kate@modecompression.com

Pre-orders are final sale. We cannot accept returns on pre-orders. Please read the size guide carefully and reach out to kate@modecompression.com if you have any questions before you make the purchase.

Domestic

• We offer free domestic ground shipping on orders $50 or more.
• For orders less than $50, USPS shipping options and rates will be displayed at checkout.

International

• International shipping to Australia, Canada and the UK is available via DHL at cost to the customer. Prices and approximate transit times will be displayed at checkout.
• Orders are delivered duties unpaid (DDU) and may be subject to certain customs or VAT fees (we don’t control these, unfortunately).
• All international sales final

It's always easiest to reach out to the courier directly with your tracking number. But if that doesn't work, please let us know at kate@modecompression.com

If you receive your order and it's not the one you were expecting, please email us at kate@modecompression.com so we can make it right.

Note: If it's not the order you were expecting, please do not try on or open the socks.

All orders are shipped from our warehouse in Brooklyn, NY.

We now offer international shipping to Canada, Australia and the UK. International shipping is available via DHL at cost to the customer. Prices and approximate transit times will be displayed at checkout.

Orders are delivered duties unpaid (DDU) and may be subject to certain customs or VAT fees (we don’t control these, unfortunately).

All international sales final.

Mode Compression socks are made of:

• Combed Cotton: extra long natural fibers making them stronger, softer and more durable than traditional cotton.
• Nylon and LYCRA® (Spandex): the materials which make it possible for compression socks to maintain their shape even after extreme stretching.

Medical-grade compression usually = 20 mmHg or more.

Right now, we only offer 15-20 mmHg*, so Mode Compression socks are not considered medical-grade.

Though, all Mode Compression socks are inspected and tested for accurate graduated compression at an FDA-approved facility.

*We plan to launch a 20-30 mmHg option soon and these will be considered medical-grade.

You’ll find a full size chart on each product page. Email kate@modecompression.com if you have any questions. Below you'll find some helpful tips:

• For best foot fit: Simply choose the size that matches your usual US shoe size. Size down for a snugger fit, or up for more breathing room, especially if you're new to compression.
• For best calf/cuff fit: Measure around widest part of your calf. If it measures 17" or more, we recommend choosing one of our wide-calf-friendly options.

Remember, compression socks are intended to be and feel tighter than typical socks.

Yes! We offer wide calf sizes, fitting up to a 22" calf circumference.

If the widest part of your calf measure 17" or more, we recommend choosing one of our wide-calf friendly options.

Yes, Mode Compression socks are unisex. Double check the size guide on the product page before ordering to ensure the best fit. Generally our socks follow US based shoe sizes.

The top edge of the cuff should rest about one inch, or 2-3 fingers width, below the bend of your knee. They should stay in place without rolling or bunching.

The right pair of compression socks should feel snug and supportive, but never painful. The amount of pressure you feel will depend on the compression strength, but our 15-20 mmHg Everyday Knee-High Socks should feel like a gentle hug for your feet and legs.

Your feet and toes should fit comfortably in the footbed. The toes should never feel cramped, the seams should never bulk at the sides and the heel should stay in place.

If your Mode Compression socks don't feel like this, please reach out to kate@modecompression.com to get it sorted. It's likely you have the wrong size.

Wash your Mode Compression socks just as you would the rest of your socks. Ideally you would machine wash and tumble dry low. Expect a little shrinkage after drying. This is normal and doesn’t mean your socks will no longer fit! Our socks are incredibly flexible and will stretch back out to fit just as the first time you wore them.

Yes, you can put your Mode Compression socks in the dryer, though we do recommend a low heat setting. Expect a little shrinkage after drying. This is normal and doesn’t mean your socks will no longer fit! Our socks are incredibly flexible and will stretch back out to fit just as the first time you wore them.