15 Sock Sneakers You Won't Want to Take Off

Now that “dad” sneakers have achieved a full-blown cult following, it seems like fashion can’t get enough of the streetwear trend. Case in point: the clunky shoe’s more polished and arguably more comfortable cousin, the sock sneaker.

If you, like many an It girl, are a fan of the sock boot, then you’re going to love athleisure's answer to the snug shoe. More sock than sneaker, these slip-ons exude a cool style that is both chic and effortless. Wear them with a pair of jeans to finish off your outfit, or style them with a dress to make a bold statement in contrasting aesthetics.

From sleek all-black takes of the trend to more colorful or embellished versions, let this shoe stand out as much or as little as you want. Swap out your classic high-tops for an updated version that’ll hug your foot like glove; you won’t be sorry that you did. Check out our favorites below!

Adidas x Stella McCartney

Ultra Boost X High-Top Sock Trainers

Wear these to your next workout or to brunch.Available in sizes UK 3.5 to UK 9.

Balenciaga

Stretch-Knit High-Top Sock Sneaker

Of course Balenciaga is on top of the sneaker trend.Available in sizes 36 to 41.

Joshua Sanders

Fly To High Top Sock Sneaker

Streetwear chic.Available in sizes 35 to 41.

MM6 Maison Margiela

Sock Sneakers

Royal blue is going to be huge.Available in sizes 36 to 40.

Opening Ceremony

Bobby Sock Knit Sneaker

Embrace your inner child with this subtle ruffle.Available in sizes 35 to 41.

Mango

Sole Sock Sneakers

For the girl who loves all white.Available in sizes 6 to 9.5.

Vetements

Reebok Sock Sneakers White

This Vetements sneaker will be your next go-to.Available in sizes 36 to 40.

Fendi

Rocko-Top Sock Sneaker

Wear these with a pair of blue jeans for an extra pop of color.Available in sizes 35 to 41.

McQ Alexander McQueen

Panelled Sock Sneakers

Metallics are always a good option.Available in sizes 35 to 40.

Zara

Floral High-Top Sneakers

These embellished shoes will easily be the hero of your outfit.Available in sizes 5 to 11.

Miu Miu

Metallic Sock Sneaker

You can't resist embellishments like this.Available in sizes 35 to 40.

Moncler

Giroflee Sock Sneakers

This is perfect for those who prefer low-tops.Available in sizes IT 35 to 40.

Balmain

Logo Sock Sneakers

Yes. Just, yes.Available in sizes IT 35 to IT 40.

Loeffler Randall

Scout Sock Sneaker

The rainbow detail adds the right amount of color.Available in sizes 6 to 11.

Pierre Hardy

Flash Comet Sock Sneaker

You'll be able to walk all day long in these.Available in sizes 35 to 41.

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Dale Arden Chong is the Senior Fashion Commerce Editor at ELLE.com, where she edits and reports on the latest trends, labels, and designers in the fashion space to bring you the best items that will elevate your wardrobe. She has a robust knowledge of high-quality design, construction, and materials based on testing hundreds of products over her eight-plus years in the industry, writing stories for Glamour, Who What Wear, Entertainment Tonight, and others. Dale graduated magna cum laude from the University of Southern California's Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism with a degree in Journalism and a minor in Communication Design. In 2015, she was a finalist for the National Arts and Entertainment Journalism Award.