@goldgust @soph_sol
Technically yes ... Hmm. I may not be able to communicate this well, but I'll try.
Some of my socks are more comfortable to wear with shoes than others.
If I'm on my feet a lot, and the stitch pattern on the sole is a certain texture, then the soles of my feet may feel ... icky?? less nice?? It's a sensory thing and I'm sure it varies wildly from person to person. But generally speaking, smooth texture & soft-feeling yarn is nicer on soles.
If the fit is loose, then the socks might look baggy or wrinkled where they meet with the shoes.
If the fit is too tight, then you probably won't want to wear them anyway, regardless of shoes.
Anyway I do not mean to sound discouraging at all! I think it's really fun to experiment and try stuff and be open to whatever outcome. I'm really looking forward to seeing your progress and your results. 😊