Statement Logo Socks to Buy for Spring

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I know, I know—any time a fashion outlet touts anything as a "surprising trend," it turns out not to be all that unexpected. It'd be something like a long pendant after so many months of choker-dom, or, I don't know, the return of heels after years of sneakers. But rest assured, this one's up there in the unpredictability department: socks.

Yes, SOCKS. Typically worn mostly out of necessity than aesthetic, socks are, and have often been, overlooked and dismissed because, socks. Ever since ankle socks were invented, you never really saw them. And because they also made for the lamest presents. But now, socks—specifically, logo-bearing one—are trending high right now, especially among the street-style set.

Blame it on the sock-and-sandal combo, the '90s resurgence, or the rise in streetwear, but sporty shin-grazing pairs are getting a turn in the spotlight—by peeking out from shiny patent boots, being paired with platform sandals or lacy sheer pumps (that play on juxtaposition!), or complementing sneakers. Scroll through to see how to style them and shop a few pairs for yourself. Our personal faves: Gucci's signature web stripe socks and the Vetements x Reebok pair (obviously). PS. Taking back about them being lame gifts—I'd like one of each, please kthanks.

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Coordinate with Color

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Punch up black separates with a bold cherry-red hue, carried from your coat to your boots to the tiniest text on your socks.

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Pack a Sporty Edge

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Knock down a too-precious presence (a ladylike dress + Chanel clutch + strappy sandals) with ribbed socks.

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Commit to Athleisure

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1) Slip on socks. 2) Step into sneakers. Just do it.

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Play with Juxtaposition

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Vetements x Reebok socks with lace pumps = when sporty meets ultra femme.

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Sneak a Peek

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Position yours so the logo sits perkily over the boot's edge.

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Vetements x Reebok

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$85 Vetements available at ssense.com Opens a new window SHOP IT Opens a new window

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Gucci

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$95 Gucci available at ssense.com Opens a new window SHOP IT Opens a new window

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Puma

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$12 Puma available at puma.com Opens a new window SHOP IT Opens a new window

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Calvin Klein

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$8 (originally $15) Calvin Klein available at topshop.com Opens a new window SHOP IT Opens a new window

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Givenchy

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$290 Givenchy available at net-a-porter.com Opens a new window SHOP IT Opens a new window

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Nike

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$25 Nike available at zappos.com Opens a new window SHOP IT Opens a new window

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Calvin Klein

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$15 Calvin Klein available at asos.com Opens a new window SHOP IT Opens a new window

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Adidas

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$13 Adidas available at asos.com Opens a new window SHOP IT Opens a new window

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032c

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$30 available at ssense.com Opens a new window SHOP IT Opens a new window

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Vetements x Reebok

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$85 Vetements available at net-a-porter.com Opens a new window SHOP IT Opens a new window

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