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Do you wear socks with heels? Come this way

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SuccessStory · 28/10/2017 11:43

Pls tell me about your sock wearing with heels/high heels.

I happened to try on one of my many abandoned heels yesterday whilst still wearing a sock...it was amazing! Suddenly I could walk in them, they were soooo comfy if a bit quirky looking. I e since goggled sock and heel wearing and it’s like a new world. But I’m worrried it might just be for the really alternative out there type?

Would you find it weird if you friend turned up in smart skirt suit socks and heels shoes for instance?

Would greatly appreciate photos too if you have any.

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CertainHalfDesertedStreets · 29/10/2017 17:59

In the best version of this I saw recently they were fishnet socks. A really wide fishnet. And black heels with quite a tailored/fitted look above - all black iirc and possibly Mary Quant-ish hair/make-up?

She looked fab. She was very beautiful anyway I think. And rocking the socks 😊

MeadowHay · 29/10/2017 19:32

I hardly ever wear heels but I almost always do this when I do wear them and even with flats too. I find my feet almost always rub in shoes without socks and are so uncomfy. I don't really care what anyone else thinks anyway, but I don't think people are really bothered because I'm 23 and have always done this, I do have a bit of an 'alternative' style though and I carry my outfits as if they are no big deal which I think people accept as them then being no big deal. Regardless I would rather be comfy anyway.

I mostly wear plain socks, sometimes with a frilly bit around the top, or I wear thin 'pop-socks' in black with a pattern on them, sometimes with frilly bit around the top, or fish-net socks. I guess some people may think I look hideous but I don't care Grin.

CouldntCatchACold · 29/10/2017 19:36

It reminds me of Dorothy in the Wizard of Oz Grin
I see what you mean about comfort though. If you're happy, do it!

CountFosco · 29/10/2017 19:38

Love the sound of your outfit OP. Bet you looked amazing. I'm in cold Yorkshire and was wearing walking boots, wooly tights under my jeans, cashmere jumper, jacket, scarf and gloves. Still cold as well!

thecatfromjapan · 29/10/2017 19:44

Fishnet socks (as mentioned by a previous poster) are, I reckon, the gateway to this look for the timorous.

I've just bought some with a view to wearing them with my high heels and jeans. When I get brave, I'll move on to skirts. Smile

MeadowHay · 30/10/2017 17:05

Go 'ead girls!! Glad more people are joining the comfort that is socks-and-heels Grin. If anyone thinks you look vile they won't tell you anyway so you can live happy in your comfort as I do Grin.

IWouldLikeToKnow · 30/10/2017 17:10

I think it can look fab if you’ve got the right look going on.....very trendy

Bostin · 31/10/2017 07:45

Yay! Am pleased you did it. Sounds like a fab outfit

lasttimeround · 31/10/2017 09:12

I think it looks cool. Plus practical!! So a winner in my book. Just try it out

lasttimeround · 31/10/2017 09:13

Oh you did already - sorry. Good for you

Chimchar · 31/10/2017 09:18

Glad you gave it a go, and glad you felt good. I love this look! Smile

RubbishMantra · 31/10/2017 12:20

I quite like the look. My ankles wouldn't suit the look though. I think really delicate, short ankle socks that sit right on, or ruche down to the ankle would work best. The Sock Shop have loads of lovely pairs.

SuccessStory · 31/10/2017 13:46

I’m feeling all the lurve...Grin. Thanks for all the compliments about my outfit. It really did feel super comfortable if rather trendy as well. I think it really is me. Im not sure fish net socks will be as comfortable as proper socks ifyswim but I am going to buy a pair as I’ve googled them and it really does look nice. Would love to hear stories of any ‘sockers’, so please keep us all posted.

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Kenworthington · 31/10/2017 13:51

Well I am a size 16, of the ‘edgy quirky’ side of fashion and I always wear visible socks with heels and sandals. Not woolly socks though! Glittery ones, patterned pop sock ones, fish net ones.

SuccessStory · 31/10/2017 14:22

Ken - Love the sound of your socks! Carry on rocking.

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imthelastsplash · 31/10/2017 16:35

I'm 45, fat and my style has been described by friends as being fucking awful whatever that means.

If I wear heels (it's a very rare occasion thing) I ALWAYS wear socks and socks with sandals ha.

I think it's a great look. Easy to wear and instantly makes me feel a bit more edgy. I am fairly quirky though and definitely how I dress isn't everyone's cup of tea but I don't give two shits Smile

I find it quite liberating to put clothes together that don't go. I get the most compliments when I'm dressed as a children's tv presenter circa 1979 (yes I think of outfits in terms of costumes, usually helpfully supplied by mates) my particular favourite was being told I looked like a Christian librarian with a crack habit ha ha ha.

BriechonCheese · 31/10/2017 16:39

I do! I dress a lot like the first two photos you posted. I often wear grey socks with a white crochet frill or glitter socks.

dudsville · 31/10/2017 16:41

Sending more love your way from me. I don't do it because I don't wear heels but so glad people 0l do. It loOKs great!

cavatappi · 02/11/2017 12:04

Yes! I love the way it looks. www.pinterest.com/fashin18/socks-and-heels/

Ladybirdbookworm · 02/11/2017 12:27

I saw a girl with high heels and cropped trousers wearing socks and she looked fantastic. I told my daughter how cool it looked - i think I'm a bit too old (48) but if I can find a way to do it without looking ridiculous I certainly will

MyBrilliantDisguise · 02/11/2017 12:32

Am I the only person who thought this was written by someone who was breathing heavily at the time? Send photos of your feet in sock and heels?! Wtf.

EsmesRedPetticoat · 02/11/2017 13:10

I often wear socks with chunky clogs. I like it!

Do you wear socks with heels? Come this way
Do you wear socks with heels? Come this way
SuccessStory · 02/11/2017 14:33

Am I the only person who thought this was written by someone who was breathing heavily at the time? Send photos of your feet in sock and heels?! Wtf.

Yes you’re the only one Hmm. Words fail me.

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SuccessStory · 02/11/2017 14:37

Cavatapi - I love those images on Pinterest. I might be able to steal some ideas from there.

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