So, I’ve talked about the whole socks with heels trend before, both here and on a Fox 19 segment about the shoot I styled for A-Line‘s August issue. After we finished the TV clip, Fox 19 anchor Sheila Gray seemed a little skeptical about the idea of wearing socks and heels as an actual adult person with, you know, A JOB. I told her I’d prove it can be done!
Thrifted blazer, belt & sweater; Moda International skirt; DKNY heels
Remember…
The key to NOT looking like jailbait is all in the styling. A few tips:
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> Stick with neutrals like black, gray, and taupe. This goes for the socks and shoes.
> Socks should hit 2-3 inches above the ankle. Much lower and they look like ’80s-hooker babydoll socks, much higher and they look too Catholic Schoolgirl. Not that there’s anything wrong with that, but we’re keeping it PG for the office here.
> Wear a blazer, they make anything look more serious. As a matter of fact, your entire outfit should be serious and business-y. Think structured jackets and Roland Mouret-worthy dresses.
> Wear with a skirt that’s knee-length or longer. Nothing too poufy–you don’t want to look like Sailor Moon. An a-line or pencil skirt works best.
What are your tips for wearing this trend the grownup way?
Great post!
Love that Blazer!
Where’s that thrift shop?
🙂
Ha, thanks! It’s been so long I’ve forgotten where that one is from…
Beautiful look! I’ve been trying to figure out a way to pull off the socks and heels look at work. Thanks for the pointers.
It’s funny, I would like all the looks better with simple tights instead of the socks, having socks sitting in my drawer for 2 years … cute wolford socks … maybe soon. 🙂
You should test ’em out! One thing: socks make heels WAY more comfortable to walk in than tights do!
Admittedly, I don’t work in an office, so I can get away with more-unorthodox looks. In winter, I wear heels + socks to work with jeans or more work-y pants and my feet are so grateful. In fact, I love socks + heels so much that when summer comes around, my feet are shocked again at the discomfort involved in wearing heels on bare feet!
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I love the look you show with socks and pumps.Ive worn socks with mules for a long time,even with higher heels. Im going to try your look.
Well, the socks definitely come in handy if you happen to buy shoes that are 1/2 size too big because they were on sale. Not that I’d know from experience or anything…