The Great Knee Sock Divide

One of my favorite trends for the coming months is the gloriously playful knee sock. Although I was initially skeptical of their apparent wonder, I must say I am now a believer. As I started researching ways to incorporate them into my wardrobe, I found two very different, very geographical takes on the trend.

WEST Coast Style:




In this picture with her band Rilo Kiley, Jenny Lewis pairs her socks with of-the-moment heels, daringly short shorts and a fun belted top; a perfect combo for life in SoCal.

EAST Coast Style:



Fictional Gossip Girl, Blair Waldorf (played by fashion gal in her own right, Leighton Meester) displays a much more WASP-y version, with her socks accenting her pleated skirt and collared shirt prep ensemble.

Each of these looks are certainly attractive, but not exactly universal. For that, I look to SJP.



Sarah Jessica pairs her socks with another fall trend, the oversize sweater, representing the East coast importance of modesty. She keeps it young however with her sassy short printed skirt, West coast style's contribution. This adorable outfit could easily work on either side of the US.

This last look is on a great friend and coworker, Misty Acosta. Misty is one of those gals who just gets it and with ease makes current trends her own, truly looking stylish everyday. Today she reps the knee socks Seattle style, complete with the token down pour.



Rock the socks, everyone. Whatever your geography.