Sock it to me!

We all wore them peeping over our wellies at the festivals this summer, but now it’s time to embrace socks as a winter wardrobe staple. From thigh high to simple ankle socks and everything in between, there really is something to suit everyone in this Prada-inspired trend. Luckily if your purse strings don’t quite stretch that far, there are plenty of socks available on the high street that will set you back less than a tenner.

Everyone from Sarah Jessica Parker to Victoria Beckham has been snapped in thigh high socks recently, but if like me you’re a little curvier on the thighs, socks that fall just below the knee are much more forgiving. Colour is a key thing to consider too, and while bold colours and patterns can work, sticking to neutral colours similar to your outfit is definitely the safest option.

Choosing a pair of shoes to match is the easy part as socks go well with anything from lace up heels to utility boots, and they’ll look great layered over a pair of tights during the day if you don’t fancy baring skin in the cold weather. So forget about being afraid of looking like a school girl and discover your own way of wearing them.


1. Pointelle Over The Knee Ruffle Sock, £8, Urban Outfitters
2. Vigo Chunky Yarn Ankle Sock, £9.90, Mango
3. Over The Knee Socks, £4, ASOS
4. Rib Knee High Socks, £5, Topshop
5. Knee High Lace Socks, £2.99, New Look
6. Jersey Rib Velvet Bow Oatmeal Knee High Socks, £6, Accessorize

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Now wearing: Knitted jumper dress and tights

Now playing: Hurts – Wonderful Life

Now coveting: A camel coat. Any will do!

Post written by Claire Byrne @claire_byrne