How to wear socks with heels and sandals

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Gigi Hadid teamed her Valentino Birkenstock sandals with black socks, cycling shorts and some denim, proving that there is a casual way to nail the trend.

Kendall Jenner attempted socks and sandals on the Cannes red carpet, giving a subtle edge to her otherwise girly ensemble.

Embrace the athletic feel of the trend by choosing sports socks and wearing with sky-high skinny stilettos.

Want to make it work for the office? Choose a court shoe and a sheer long sock – and pair with a mid-length skirt.

For autumn/winter 2019, Versace put a fun spin on a number of its party looks by layering chunky white socks under killer heels.

Miu Miu got in on the action for SS19, showing pairs of knee-high black socks with short hemlines and Mary-Janes.

Prada bet on two trends at once, teaming knee-length Bermuda shorts with knee-high socks and heels. Although it was for the spring collection, this styling is an example of how to bring the summer shorts trend into your winter wardrobe.

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Anna Sui added some drama to the chunky Teva-inspired flat sandals it showed on the catwalk for SS19 by pairing with frilly patterned socks.

If you want to tackle the trend in a bold way, look to Paul Smith's spring collection, which was filled with bright-hued, checked socks with heels, which contrasted strongly with the ladylike silk dresses.

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Add some subtle branding to your ankle with Prada's lace pair.

Socks, £165, Prada at Matches Fashion

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Ganni's leather sandals would look great with a chunky sock.

Sandals, £260, Ganni at Matches Fashion

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Chanel the Miu Miu catwalk and opt for dark, knee-high socks.

Socks, £37.50, Falke at Net-a-Porter

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Give these ladylike Manolo mules a fun edge by teaming with sheer socks for the evening.

Shoes, £750, Manolo Blahnik at Browns

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Want to turn heads? You won't find a bolder sock than this bright yellow Ganni offering.

Socks, £20, Ganni

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If you want to invest in sandals that you can wear year round, chunky styles are best.

Sandals, £335, Cecile Bahnsen at Net-a-Porter

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Inject a little luxury into your sock collection with Gucci's beautiful embroidered knee-highs.

Socks, £85, Gucci at Net-a-Porter

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We love these barely-there silver sandals from Prada, which would look great alone or paired with a sheer sock.

Sandals, £55, Prada at Matches Fashion

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Team chunky sporty socks with an elegant heel for a striking contrast.

Socks, £175, The Elder Statesman at Net-a-Porter

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These logo-heavy Burberry pumps would be great for work, with or without an ankle sock.

Shoes, £590, Burberry at Farfetch

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