Socks and Heels: A Beginner's Guide
As someone whose first foray in to the socks-and-heels world was only a few months ago, I’m here to tell you that we’ve really been missing out. Putting aside the fact that the look is undeniably forward and eye-catching, the comfort factor alone would have been reason enough to convert me long ago—had I known. Not only that, but in the colder months (like now) when you’re sick of wearing the same weather-appropriate boots for every night out, the addition of a sparkly sock makes even the most summery sandals winter- (and party-) ready. Still not sold? Or maybe you’re just a bit intimidated? Either way, you’re about to be convinced otherwise, because we’ve put together eight game-changing sock-and-heel combos that will have you onboard in no time.
Scroll through to see and shop the pairings!
Wolford Sibylle Fishnet Socks ($26)
+ Gianvito Rossi Suede Sandals ($790) in Black
Dolce & Gabbana Crystal-Embellished Metallic Knit Socks ($695)
+ Topshop Gemini2 Court Shoes ($55)
COS Glitter Toe and Heel Sock ($9)
+ Miu Miu Glitter Mary Jane Pumps ($895)
ASOS Plain Rib Ankle Socks ($5)
+ Mango Destructed Cord Shoes ($70)
Topshop Cropped Rib Ankle Sock ($6)
+ Paula Cademartori Sandals ($169)
Saint Laurent Lace Socks ($175)
+ Gucci Suede Loafer Pumps ($750)
Uniqlo Women Heattech Socks ($13)
+ Gianvito Rossi Suede Trimmed Chantilly Lace Ankle Boots ($598)
Falke Soft Wool and Cotton-Blend Socks ($15)
+ Raye Carrie Heel ($198)
Which combo will you be trying first? We love the black socks with lace booties. Tell us in the comments!
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Since starting as a fashion intern in 2013, Nicole Akhtarzad Eshaghpour has held several roles at Who What Wear. She is currently editor at large, and in her present work for the site, she focuses on a mélange of shopping content, including her new-arrivals and Trust Me—Buy This columns as well as her weekly Trust Me—Buy This newsletter. Her interest in shopping spans everything from decoding the best luxury investments to discovering on-the-rise brands to trend forecasting, affordable fashion, and more. She holds a business administration degree from USC's Marshall School of Business and has been based in New York since 2017, when she moved from her hometown of Beverly Hills.