There are many different heel techniques and styles. One of the more popular ones is the boomerang heel (also called a German short row heel) because it resembles how a commercial heel looks.

If you would like to try this technique and would like simple, step by step, written instructions, this is what you are looking for. This attractive and well fitting heel is easy to accomplish with this pattern.

This one has a gusset for a better fit. The socks are knitted top down. You will knit them according to your foot and leg measurements, to get the perfect fit. The socks are a medium/large size.

Happy knitting!