Falke Family Cotton Ankle Socks, Elderberry. In 1895, roofer & knitter Franze Falke-Rohen founded his own knitting mill. This family run business would go on through the turmoils of World War One, & expand to a wool & yarn mill in Schmallenberg which would become the company’s headquarters. In 1948 Falke expanded production from knitted socks to hosiery, making the first nylon hosiery in Germany, & pioneering the production of hosiery on a cotton kitting machine. They’ve since gone on to produce wide menswear & womenswear lines, as well as multiple Red Dot Design winning sportswear. Falke’s selection of robust & attractive socks & hosiery provide chic & stylish office & casual wear.. Elderberry. M/L, S/M