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Get a Grip: The Best Pilates Socks for Firm Footing

Get a Grip: The Best Pilates Socks for Firm Footing
Get a Grip: The Best Pilates Socks for Firm Footing
Get a Grip: The Best Pilates Socks for Firm Footing
Get a Grip: The Best Pilates Socks for Firm Footing
Get a Grip: The Best Pilates Socks for Firm Footing
Get a Grip: The Best Pilates Socks for Firm Footing
Get a Grip: The Best Pilates Socks for Firm Footing
Get a Grip: The Best Pilates Socks for Firm Footing
Get a Grip: The Best Pilates Socks for Firm Footing
Get a Grip: The Best Pilates Socks for Firm Footing
Get a Grip: The Best Pilates Socks for Firm Footing
Get a Grip: The Best Pilates Socks for Firm Footing
Get a Grip: The Best Pilates Socks for Firm Footing
Get a Grip: The Best Pilates Socks for Firm Footing
Photo: Courtesy Of Move Active
If you’re in your reformer, mat or barre era, these grip socks are worth adding to your routine.

· Updated on 30 Jun 2026 · Published on 21 Jan 2025

Activewear enthusiasts know the importance of a great pair of leggings and a well-fitting sports bra. But with the rise of reformer Pilates and ballet-inspired barre classes, socks are the new unsung hero of our fitness routines. These nine Aussie brands are making some of the best grip socks going.

Move Active Scrunch non-slip grip socks

$23
Move Active Scrunch non-slip grip socks
Move Active’s socks offer a dose of contemporary flair thanks to a rippled scrunch design. Made mostly from moisture-wicking cotton, this pair is finished with non-slip PVC grips on the sole to help with traction on a range of surfaces. The brand offers a range of colours and prints to match your favourite activewear – you can also choose ballet, low-rise, knee-high and toeless silhouettes.
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Paire Grip ankle socks

$24
Paire Grip ankle socks
Made with Paire’s signature Supreme Cool Blend merino wool, these grip socks promise to be soft but never sweaty. The words “look” on the left foot and “leap” on the right will keep you motivated all workout. The ankle style comes in small and medium to fit foot sizes EU 34 to 42, and you can choose from black and white or blue and cream designs.

Pinky and Kamal Pilates Spiral grip socks

$28
Pinky and Kamal Pilates Spiral grip socks
Pinky and Kamal prove that workout socks don’t need to be plain or pared-back. The playful whimsical design puts spiral grip motifs under your foot for stylish and stable balancing. There are Pebble grey, Lemon cream, Sea green and Deep ocean hues to choose from with a mix of matching or contrasting grip colours.

Sydney Sock Project Crew grip socks

$21
Sydney Sock Project Crew grip socks
These are socks that make a difference. Sydney Sock Project donates 10 per cent of each sale to a designated charity. This grippy style supports cancer research at The Alfred Cancer Biobank (run by Alfred Health and Monash University) and is made from a breathable cotton blend with a touch of retro poise thanks to a simple striped design. There are two reversible pink and white variations to choose from.

Nimble Grippy crew socks

$24
Nimble Grippy crew socks
Nimble’s foot-hugging Grippy crew socks are finished with logo details and subtle grip dots. Made from a super soft cotton blend, this pair comes in a one-size-fits-most and features a quarter crew length. There’s also a “good energy” message to help set the tone for your workout.

Leelo Active Breathe Grip socks

$25
Leelo Active Breathe Grip socks
This pair of crew socks boasts superior functionality – the base grip features the brand’s moniker and the upper surface offers a gentle reminder to “inhale” and “exhale”. Choose from a range of sizes (XS/S, S/M, and M/L) and white fabric with Tangelo, Jade or Pink text. Be bold and beautiful during your workout, just as the designers at Leelo intended.

Grippy Frill crew grippy socks

$15
Grippy Frill crew grippy socks
Grippy’s lace-trimmed styles tap into the coquette aesthetic that’s taken over the rest of our wardrobes. Launched in 2020, the female-owned business offers socks made from a cotton-spandex blend that offers comfortable stretch while you work out. They’re sized for AU 5 to 10 shoes and can be mixed and matched in a bundle to save on shipping.

Aje Athletica Classic Logo pilates socks

$25
Aje Athletica Classic Logo pilates socks
Tap into Aje Athletica’s signature sporty minimalism with this crew-length style. It comes in a black and white striped colourway and features a geometric grip design on the soles. A ribbed cuff helps to stop these socks sliding down your ankles, whether you’ve got feet in straps or your instructor has superset your glutes.

PE Nation Homage grip socks

$19
PE Nation Homage grip socks
PE Nation is the lifestyle label designing a collection of active-meets-urban wear. Black in colour – and adorned with futuristic silver-beaded grips – the Homage socks are a prime example of that. With an ankle-length cut, wear them discreetly as you run daily errands before revealing a fashion-forward flair to your pilates ’fit in the S/M or M/L size.

Additional reporting by Simone Richardson.

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