They used to just be those things you put on to keep your feet warm. But in Autumn / Winter 07-08 the trend towards socks as fashion has definitely risen to the fore. Though opaque tights have remained big on the winter runways, there's also been a much wider range of striking legwear.
Thick, woolen socks worn slouched up at the thigh have been making their mark in black, charcoal and oatmeal shades; while opaque version of the above-the-knee sock have added a more interesting take than plain cotton. Other accessories like slouchy woolen leg-warmers and sparkly tights are variations on the trend.
Collette Dinnigan, Dice Kayek, Collette Dinnigan, Gaspard Yurkievich
Where to get the trend? Try Falke's knee-high socks from net-a-porter, thigh-high socks from American Apparel, or the divine long cuffable scrunchable socks from Sock Dreams.
Socks from American Apparel and Sock Dreams
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First Written: 30th April 2007 at 03.28
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