the rise and rise of the fashion sock – The Irish Times
It’s not quite sandal season yet; in fact, it barely feels like ankle-baring season, but tights feel amiss. If you’re ready to embrace some spring-ready shoe styles but still want to stay warm, it might be time to reconsider socks. It sounds like an obvious suggestion – most of us wear socks every day – but this isn’t any old sock. Mismatched, holy, threadbare pairs need not apply; this is more a fashion sock that requires careful styling and is altogether more fancy in colour and material. No longer an afterthought, socks have become a considered accessory that can finish off an outfit, and a common styling trick used across the runways. Aoife O’Doherty, stylist and personal shopper, says, “I love how a sock can instantly elevate a look. Paired with heels or loafers and styled with a ski...










