It’s time to step up your style game. There’s no place for mediocrity, especially in fashion. In 2024, the trend is clear: the higher your socks, the cooler your look. Fashion experts agree, high socks are in. With this shift, it seems school discipline teachers won’t have issues with socks not meeting uniform standards anymore. That is, unless high socks suddenly get banned, frustrating the trend-following generation. Stay ahead of the curve and embrace the high sock trend now!

So, what makes the rest of the outfit stand out besides mid-calf and longer socks? Like all fashion trends, the runway sets the standard. Fashion icon Molly Goddard suggests the classic Mary Jane shoes as a reliable choice. Meanwhile, Miu Miu’s fall/winter 2024 collection encourages adding colorful pantyhose stockings for a playful, preppy touch. For those who prefer a sexy librarian vibe, sheer knee-highs paired with kitten heels will do the trick. Fashion is all about choices, and these trends are here to guide you!

Without a doubt, we’re borrowing notes from the fashion world’s A-list trendsetters too. For example, style icons like Gigi Hadid are taking their own liberties; her famously controversial pairing of Birkenstocks with washed socks shows that the rules are becoming increasingly limitless. Furthermore, consider the scrunched-up socks everyone’s wearing with their low-top sneakers—simply scroll to see Minnie’s rendition. Additionally, the tweedy loafer combination seen on Emma Corrin and Olivia Rodrigo is making waves. So, we’ll gladly take heed. Below is a celebrity-approved masterclass for styling a trusty pair of socks. As the wise and great Dumbledore once said, one can never have enough socks.

Effortlessly cool and stylish, the loafer-and-high-socks combo is a top trend right now. It’s also a great way to match the colors of your outfit, just like Emma Corrin does with her oversized bow ensemble. This simple pairing adds a fashionable touch to any look!

Another popular styling trick among the fashion-forward crowd? Slim-fitted socks that enhance the calves when paired with low-top sneakers, like the Adidas Sambas you likely have in your closet. This look is perfect for casual afternoons and everything in between!

Socks can have attitude too. To elevate your look, choose a lacy or sheer pair that reaches the knees, and pair them with slingbacks or kitten heels for added flair. For a more polished style, take inspiration from Wonyoung’s wool socks, styled with smart layers and a bold pair of glasses.

In the prep world, the Mary Jane reigns supreme. To highlight its delicate silhouette, opt for soft, silky mid-calf socks or thin, stretchable ones. This pairing completes the classic preppy look effortlessly.

Comfort is key when wearing socks under knee-high boots—just ask Madison Beer. However, if you’re looking for extra warmth as temperatures drop, Jisoo’s thigh-high, thick socks are perfect for keeping you cozy and warm.