Traditionally, sandals are called spring-summer women's shoes, which are worn on a bare foot. She leaves the part of the foot open. A variety of sandals are also sandals.
There are a huge number of models of these shoes of various designs and colors. Sandals with socks as a fashion trend have become for many an unexpected surprise, completely reversing the perception of the fashion world. Leading bloggers picked up the trend and beat it from various angles. Open, closed, high heels and flat soles sandals were complemented by socks of bright and restrained tones. The trend is controversial, but arouses genuine interest. Consider a few styling ideas in detail.
Closed-toe sandals at low speed
Combining sandals with socks, it is very difficult to avoid the resemblance to a tourist at the height of the hiking season. However, this is possible if the correct complementing parts, accessories and color combinations are selected. So, sandals with a closed toe will be the most acceptable option for styling in the context of this trend. They look more restrained, and therefore slightly smooth out the avant-garde image.
This combination will make it possible to choose shoes and socks of the same shade that visually stretches the silhouette and adds vertical lines to it. It is better to opt for sandals with sharp closed socks. They look more feminine and attractive, in comparison with the usual sports options for every day. In addition, such shoes are a convenient attribute of casual style, and on the Web you can find many ideas from leading fashionistas from around the world.
Closed Heeled Sandals
The tendency to combine sandals with socks was demonstrated at the shows of the New York spring season 2016. Prior to this, such ensembles were considered unacceptable in both female and male style. Despite the apparent inconsistency, the direction was enthusiastically picked up by fashionistas all over the world, actively experimenting with possible mixes.
As it turned out, sandals with a closed heel and a closed toe can be combined not only with thin, but also with warm knitted socks. At the same time, the upper part of the ensemble in clothes should also be voluminous and structured in order to balance the image.
Closed heeled sandals in combination with plain socks from afar look like ankle boots and emphasize the femininity and romance of the image. If you take high knee-high socks, you can adapt the combination to tight-fitting boots. Of course, the trend is more acceptable for adolescents and youths and provides a wide field for experimenting with style.
Open sandals
In the case of open socks, styling should be approached from the position of compatibility or contrast in color. The most acceptable will be light mixes or ensembles to match the clothes. They will not stand out so much from the general background and, on the whole, will create the image of a cute schoolgirl. Sandals with an open toe of light color will harmoniously combine with white, dairy, beige socks. The result is a vintage light style. Dark sandals with light socks will give an association with the images of the 90s.
Open sports sandals are well combined with knitted socks and the same voluminous sweater. Complete the style with wide jeans with lapels, located just along the line of socks, so that you can not see the transition and open skin.
Platform and Wedge Sandals
Shoes on the platform evoke memories of the images of the 90s. Sandals with socks in combination with a loose shirt, shorts and a beanie cap will allow you to stylize a daring youth style. Shoes on the platform will be in harmony with multi-layered volume ensembles.
Wedge sandals with socks go well with fluffy midi skirts and light jackets with a hint of off-season. Any summer outfit can be supplemented with a similar combination to make it look like an autumn one. Cropped jeans can be combined with sandals with socks, especially on cool days, complemented by a scarf and a light sweater.
Shade Mix Recommendations
The most acceptable for beginners will be a combination of sandals with socks in white or beige. They will not attract excessive attention and will allow you to adapt the trend for yourself.
For bold fashionistas, stylists offer to consider the option of not just bright colored socks in combination with sandals, but various options for drawings and prints. Among the most popular are polka dots, stripes, graphics, pigtails, broken cells, flowers and paisley. Sandals with socks in prints can be selected both in addition to the main outfit, and beating contrasts.
Bright socks go well with the same detail of the upper (the color should be the same). For more restrained ensembles, it is better to choose them in the tone of the main color accent of the image.
It should be understood that the described trend is an experiment for fashionistas and for leading designers. You can’t say with confidence whether it will be so popular next season or whether the wave of interest will wane. It can only be noted that sandals with socks will attract immediate attention to the image, so that modestly passing by and not causing genuine interest will not work. The decision is yours!