Sockless

UK Street Trends : Sockless

Introduction

Thanks to the evolution and keen public interest in street style, it feels like every guy and his grandma are going sockless these days. And the reasons for doing so aren’t that hard to see. Sure, it adds a certain amount of zing to a look but it also allows bit more breathing room for your feet and ventilation for your ankles. However, just because you can go sockless, doesn’t necessarily mean you should.

The Art Of Going Sockless

Crop those denims 

As with most things when it comes to style, there are a few general guidelines that will help pull off the no-sock look without looking like a D#CK .('I' meant duck, because of their feet.)

First:  As with any fashion bear in mind your surroundings – i.e. the weather. If it’s raining outside everyone knows wet ankles are not sexy.

Second:  Be aware of where you are heading and is probably the more important of the two. A stylish gentleman always dresses appropriately for his intended arrival. For example, heading down the pub for a few drinks with a couple of friends? Sure, skip those socks you rebel! Heading off to a wedding reception event NO. 

Knowing where and when to bust out your ankles is everything these days.

Remember                    

“ankle is the new male cleavage”.

Tips & Tricks

If you are new to this whole sockless game, here are a few tips I’ve picked up along the way: -

•           Wear in your shoes – regardless of what style of shoe you’ve got and the material they are made from. I usually wear them for 4 hours an evening for a few days and then give them a good polish after, which seems to do the trick.

•           Be Sneaky – If you know that you are going to be wearing a heavy wingtip for a good ten hours in the city, then maybe a sock of some kind might be wise? But why not invest in some low-profile loafer socks to keep your ankles free, but your feet blister free. You won’t regret it!

•           Get Pre-emptive – Although going without socks can be a great feeling, it can do horrible things to your feet. Think about bathing them in hot water regularly and using talcum powder if you have particularly sweaty feet. I actually think the general state of men’s feet is pretty appalling and am not ashamed to say I get a pedicure every 4-5 months to make sure they stay their best. Let’s be honest guys, we wouldn’t like it on a girl would we?

Final Word

As with any trend if it makes practical sense it catches on, to us it does. So go sockless, love thy denim.