Nope, my stance on socks hasn’t wavered. I’m still firmly against white socks, and I’m all about letting your socks bring a pop of personality – especially if you’re keeping the rest of your outfit simple.
Back in the day, I was big on socks with animal prints – foxes, weasels, cats, rabbits, you name it… they were all in my drawer.
But these days, when I dig through my socks, I’m reaching more for the darker tones – usually a dependable dark gray or navy ribbed pair from Uniqlo. It’s not that I’ve lost love for the quirky prints; I just don’t reach for them as much anymore. I guess the simplest explanation is that I’m getting older 🙃.
These days, dark, solid socks are my default – whether it’s with sneakers or dress shoes.
That doesn’t mean I’m opposed to patterns. Occasionally, I’ll still pull out something with a bit of flair, but the urge just doesn’t come as often. My current style guide is pretty safe and simple: socks in the same tone as my pants (or sometimes my shoes), with the occasional subtle pattern.
Matching your socks to your pants gives a streamlined look to your lower half, which can be a plus if you’re aiming to appear a bit taller. Of course, plain socks can feel repetitive after a while, so a small, subtle pattern – like polka dots or geometric designs – can be a nice change without going overboard 😜.
And that’s it. This is really just a snapshot of my current style phase, a bit of an evolution in my everyday choices. If you’re mulling over sock options, here are a few essentials to keep in mind:
Don’t stress about perfect matches; let your socks show a bit of personality!
Thicker socks pair well with sneakers, while thin wool or cashmere are great for dress shoes.
When wearing socks, avoid exposing bare skin between pants and shoes. It creates a choppy, four-layer look that can feel messy.
Avoid those worn-out white sports socks with faded logos – they tend to clash with any outfit you’ve put effort into.
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