Welcome to Versus Socks – on a mission to lead the world in performance socks.
Versus Socks was founded in 2015 through the shared vision of Hanno Lategan, a university student with a passion for entrepreneurship, and Jurgens Uys, a former professional cyclist who knew firsthand what athletes need from their gear. Frustrated by the lack of socks that delivered both performance and personality, they set out to create something better — and they did.
What started as a bold idea in Stellenbosch, South Africa, has evolved into a global brand redefining what performance socks can be. From day one, our goal has been simple: to create socks that combine top-tier performance with standout style — no compromises.
Today, Versus Socks is a market leader, with over 5 million pairs sold worldwide, a talented team of 60+ professionals, and a purpose-built infrastructure designed for scale. With our own factory and a dedicated Versus-only distribution centre, we maintain full control of our process — from design to delivery — ensuring world-class quality in every pair.
Our footprint stretches across continents, with three immersive concept stores and a network of more than 1,000 retail partners globally. Our diverse performance range empowers athletes, adventurers, and everyday go-getters to express themselves while performing at their best.
At Versus, we believe movement should be exciting. Our mission is to inspire people through socks that don’t just work hard — they stand out. We’re not just building a brand; we’re building a community powered by passion, creativity, and a love for the journey.
Versus Socks – every step driven by passion, powered by performance.
Company Details
- Employees
- 30
- Founded
- -
- Address
- Innovation Centre, Stellenbosch,western Cape 7600,south Africa
- Industry
- Apparel & Fashion
- Website
- versussocks.co.za
- Keywords
- — and now.
- HQ
- Stellenbosch, Western Cape
Versus Socks Questions
Versus Socks's website is versussocks.co.za
Versus Socks's LinkedIn profile is https://za.linkedin.com/company/versus-socks
Versus Socks has
30 employees.
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employees at Versus Socks.
Versus Socks's industry is
Apparel & Fashion
Versus Socks's top competitors are
Burnt,
Woolworths,
Performance Brands,
Freedom Of Movement,
Yuppiechef,
Sealand Gear,
Gone. Outdoor Supply Co.,
We Are Egg,
Weylandts,
Old School Brand.
Versus Socks's categories are Apparel & Fashion
Versus Socks's founding year is 2015
