'90s Fashion Trend Alert: The Return of Knee Socks for Spring, Are You Into It?

Knee socks always make me think of Cher in the seminal '90s classic Clueless.

Come on, this is still a really good outfit.

But considering that the elongated way to wear socks is making a strong return this spring, I may have another reference point come summer. Now before you hit the 'back' button or close out this tab, please at least look at the different ways to wear the '90s-redux look-similar to my study of the divisive mom jeans trend. Then let's discuss!

Borrowed From the Boys: Earlier this week, Taylor Swift took another paparazzi-stalked walk around New York City in a menswear-inspired knee socks outfit. She accessorized her banker blue button down and scalloped edged shorts outfit with a pair of high heel brogues and what dudes refer to as 'dress socks.' Girls go raid your guy's sock drawer now! (Hopefully your man switches out his socks more often than his underwear.)

So what's the verdict? Are you into knee socks for spring? Which of these looks do you like best? And most important question: Will you wear them?

The Racier OTK: Right before she dyed her hair back to all black, Katy Perry made an appearance in over-the-knee socks layered under a pair of platform sandals. While OTK socks can be more intimidating to pull off (cutting off circulation in the femoral artery, for one), they do make for an edgier, sexier version of the trend.

The Sporty-Chic Look: Off duty model Ming Xi paired athletic striped socks with her sneakers. (I actually see this look quite a lot in Brooklyn and not on the soccer fields.) It's somewhat literal, but hey, totally comfortable especially in tricky spring weather.

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