The school-girl effect has long had a grasp on the fashion scene; we’ve seen plaid skirts, skirt-suits and button down shirts taking over the industry. So it only seemed natural that socks would follow suit, and more importantly, designer socks.

Ever since Burberry, Prada, Fendi and Gucci – amongst others – sent out models pairing stylish socks with contrasting shoes (from Mary-janes to pumps and platforms), everyone who’s anyone has been going gaga over this trend.

The secret to fashionably pulling it off comes down to one simple thing: confidence. If you’re not confident you look fabulous in socks and heels, then abort mission.

And since trends have a vicious life-cycle, we really ought to embrace the trend before it becomes a big faux pas. So ladies, since now is the prime time to recall the nineties and since history does repeat itself, indulge in the fabulousness that is the sock-trend with our favorite picks in the Photo Gallery below.

Cindy Menassa