My favorite cycling socks became my favorite socks for everything. Discovered the Descente Classic sock in the mid '80s when I started using 'cycling' shoes. These are 90% cotton with lycra. They are ribbed on top, padded at the toe/heel and have compression around the instep/metatarsal area and just cover the ankles. The absolute most comfortable sock I ever wore! Used to buy them by the dozen pairs. Can't find them anymore. Tried several very obviously attempted copies that didn't measure up. Have two unused pair left but can't make myself wear them. Guess I'll specify to be buried in them.
Used to hand wash shorts, jersey, gloves and socks after every ride they were used for and let them air dry.