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Souls alternative — BOLD Dual Grip™ Pilates Socks.
Souls is a design-forward brand, founded in 2023 and designed in Los Angeles, which markets its socks for Lagree, Pilates, barre and yoga. Souls describes its socks as having silicone grip bottoms on the sole. BOLD is designed by a Pilates and Lagree instructor, with grip inside and out.
Grip
BOLDInside + outside
SoulsSouls’ wording: silicone grip bottoms on the sole
Design focus
BOLDPilates & Lagree
SoulsLagree, Pilates, barre and yoga
Built by
BOLDA Pilates & Lagree instructor
SoulsDesigned in Los Angeles, founded 2023
Returns
BOLD30-day returns
SoulsSee their current policy
The honest table
Side by side, no spin.
| Feature | BOLD Dual Grip™ | Souls |
|---|---|---|
| Inside + outside grip | Silicone inside the footbed and outside the sole | Souls describes its socks as having silicone grip bottoms on the sole |
| Built by | Designed by Maria, a Pilates and Lagree instructor | Founded in 2023, designed in Los Angeles |
| Design focus | Built for Pilates, Lagree and studio training | Marketed for Lagree, Pilates, barre and yoga |
| Materials | 85% cotton · 15% spandex | Described as a premium cotton blend; percentages not published |
| Sizing | One size, women's US 5-10 | Two sizes (S/M and M/L) |
| Range | Three colorways, plus multi-packs | Strong range of designs and slogans |
| Returns | 30-day returns on unworn pairs | See their current returns policy |
| Price | $25 per pair | See current pricing on their site |
Comparison data verified . Competitor specs subject to change.
BOLD Dual Grip™ Socks
One sock. Two layers of grip. $25.
Silicone outside for the carriage, silicone inside for your foot. Three colorways, one size (women's US 5-10), free US shipping over $70.
What BOLD does differently
Three things we won't compromise.
Dual Grip™, inside and out
Silicone on the outside for the carriage and inside the footbed for your foot — one focused design, refined in real Pilates and Lagree classes.
Why Dual Grip™ →Love it or return it
30-day returns on unworn pairs. If the grip doesn't hold for you, you get your money back.
Guarantee details →
Frequently asked
Before you decide.
How is BOLD different from Souls?
Souls leads with design and describes its socks as having silicone grip bottoms on the sole. BOLD puts silicone inside the footbed as well, and is designed by a Pilates and Lagree instructor.
Are Souls socks good for Lagree?
Souls markets its socks for Lagree, Pilates, barre and yoga, and names several styles after Lagree. Plenty of people train in them.
Where can I buy Souls?
Souls sells direct through their own site and is stocked at Nordstrom.
Does BOLD work for Lagree?
Yes. BOLD was developed by a Pilates and Lagree instructor and worn in reformer and Lagree classes through its development.
What if I don’t like BOLD?
Unworn pairs can be returned within 30 days of delivery.