This Is How to Style Heels With Socks This Winter

If you thought it was time to retire your favorite heeled sandals this season, think again. This winter, the runway will have a different life than just sitting in the back of your closet. Traditional brands like Valentino and Miu Miu have shown us how to style heels and socks, pairing strappy sandals with neutral, pop-of-color rib-knit socks to keep you cozy through the colder months. Stylish and warm? That’s a combo I can get behind.

This once geeky trend is actually the epitome of cool with the right styling strategy. Switching socks back to heels is more than just an open-toe option for warmth. It also leans into the aesthetics of academia. Ulla Johnson, Chanel, and Louis Vuitton all explored the preppy look, styling pumps and Mary Janes with sheer stockings and socks accented with delicate lace trims and bows. Embellished stockings provide an unexpected shine on the holiday party circuit, but if you want to skip the heels in favor of more comfortable footwear, style your socks with your favorite loafers.

Why not make socks the focal point of your outfit? You’ve put a lot of thought into your styling, so show it off! Master the look by pairing this combo with mini to midi skirts and dresses. Below, you can shop a variety of socks, from ribbed knits in punchy hues to sultry sheer stockings and heels to match your style this season.