I know that there is an age old rule that says you should not wear socks and shorts as an outfit. Well say hello to my diff
erence of opinion. There is an excellent way to coordinate an ensemble featuring socks with shorts.
It’s simple, do it confidently and stylishly. Socks have been a big deal for a while so stock up on print, pattern or textured socks that coordinate well with a different looks in your wardrobe. Taking the summer dapper or even nerdy look makes pulling off the sock and shorts look easy and more acceptable. Thats only because its a themes we have seen several times before.
Stores like Nordstrom, Belk are an easy trip to a large selection of nice socks that you can show off. You should start your collection with plain and patterned socks as well as plain and patterned shorts and shorts suits and don’t explain your flyness to folks who want to push the No Socks and Shorts Rule on you. If you are still not confident but want to try it, here are my suggestion on how to execute it.
- Go with a simple Black and White ensemble. A white shirt + Black shorts+black or white socks+black or white shoes.
- Match your socks with your shoes and belt. This is an old guide that will keep the outfit looking intentional and aesthetically safe.
- If you have patterned socks, pair them with a plain pair of shorts and a simple shirt. This says you want the attention on your socks.
- If you go with solid socks then play up the details in your shoes or shorts or shirt. This takes the attention off your socks.
- Add a coordinated hat and suspenders. This gives the look a theme (modern pilgrim). An outfit is almost always acceptable when there’s a theme to it.
