The Best Socks to Wear With Loafers
We know, we know. For many, wearing socks with any shoe style other than sneakers is unthinkable fashion faux pas. The socks-and-loafers duo in particular, though, has been around for ages and is making a stylish comeback. We're not complaining; the past couple seasons have blessed us with some of the coolest sock options we've ever seen. Think sheers, metallics, stripes, tie-dye, floral prints, and more. To be honest, our feet have never been happier.
One street style muse we often turn to when it comes to wearing socks with loafers is Gala González. The Spanish It girl has been spotted on her Instagram over the past few years wearing the mix, and she's inspired us to prove just how easy it is to pull it off. It's as effortless as a sweater and skirt complete with simple ankle socks and classic black loafers. A more winter-friendly version is a standout coat and a pair of jeans along with the socks and shoes. However, one of her best looks incorporates a cool black mesh sock.
Read on to shop our editors' top sock picks of the season that make the perfect companion to your favorite loafers. Plus, we shared some of Gala González's best outfits with the duo that will likely inspire you to try the trend.
Add a metallic flash to your look with sparkling pair of socks.
Dark florals add an interesting detail to even the most minimal of outfits.
Gonzalez wore this sock-and-loafer trend with a printed sweater, mini bag, and ruffled skirt.
Go all out with this pair—not only is it metallic, it's two-toned as well.
This textured sock style is a great addition to your collection.
Velour is one of our favorite fabrics of the moment, so much so, we'd wear it on our feet.
This dramatic striped pair of socks is great for fall and winter.
In the colder months opt to wear this sock and loafer mix with jeans and a cozy jacket.
While lounging around at home, try a pair of soft ribbed socks and comfy loafers.
Here Gala completes her sweater and leather midi skirt look with a green pair of ankle socks and classic black loafers.
Go bold with your next mini-skirt look and add a pair of mesh ankle socks and statement loafers.
For inspiration on how to wear your loafers, check out this fresh outfit inspiration.
Jennifer Camp Forbes is currently an editor at Who What Wear, where she has worked in a variety of capacities for over a decade, including creative director and various editor roles. She’s well-known as a shopping expert that’s sought out for advice and insight on the latest trends, outfit ideas, and fashion picks thanks to her thoughtful shopping roundups, digital moodboards, and extensive knowledge of up-and-coming brands, plus the new arrivals sections of the chicest retailers. Jennifer has had a lifelong interest in fashion which led her to intern at Harper’s Bazaar as an undergraduate. Later, while working towards her masters degree in psychological counseling at Columbia University, she founded two digital fashion publications: Le Fashion and Olsens Anonymous. The popularity of both sites grew and after graduation she decided put her plans to become a therapist aside to pursue a career in fashion. While she has called Los Angeles and New York City home in the past, she currently works remotely from Massachusetts. When she’s not obsessing over and writing about her latest fashion finds, she is delighting in raising two little ones with her highschool sweetheart, perusing TikTok religiously, listening to podcasts and audiobooks, creating abstract photographs, and eating the best Mexican food she can get her hands on.
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