Socks & Sandals Go Together Like Peanut Butter & Jelly
Summer is entering its last stages, and it feels like the whole world (read: Northern Hemisphere) is enjoying the remaining weeks of warm weather before we slowly start layering up again.
And layering, light or otherwise, pertains to feet, too. That's right, we're talking socks with sandals. The often-ridiculed footwear style has taken a turn over the past few seasons, becoming an absolute go-to in 2025 just the same.
Going open-toe is a prerequisite in the hotter months of the year, and a trend of particular gravitas these days. Adding socks can serve as both an visual and a functional upgrade.
Though the style has been long considered a fashion faux-pas (and indicative of the trademark “German on vacation” look), wearing socks with sandals when done right opens up a myriad of opportunities while increasing comfort and warmth. To prove the style's viability once and for all, we’ve rounded up some potent sandals-with-socks-combos.
Browse the best socks with sandals in 2025 below.
Dr. Martens Mules and Kapital Socks
These sturdy Dr. Martens mules come in grainy burgundy leather and have been paired with Kapital's color-blocked gray socks to subtly match the English boot makers' signature yellow stitching.
Birkenstock Sandals and MASTERMIND WORLD Socks
From Birkenstock's high end 1774 line, this pillowy Arizona sandal boasts the brand's signature comfort with a more fashion-forward twist to its design, far edgier than its reference model. The starkly white socks complete the modern-monochromatic look.
Astroflex Sandals and BRUNELLO CUCINELLI Socks
For a cool clash of aesthetics, pair a rustic shoe, like a leather fisherman sandal, with an athletic-leaning sock.
HEREU Sandals and Rostersox Socks
Same here: If you're gonna do it, why not have some fun with it?
Lemaire Sandals and Gucci Socks
Or go all-out luxe with these divine Lemaire slides and a Gucci sock. Just swap the monogram for tastefully subtle stripes.
HOKA Sandals and Nike Socks
From full bougie to full force, go with two giants of the sporting world and marry a chonky HOKA hiking sandal with the classic swoosh sock.
adidas Mules and adidas Socks
If you don't believe in cross-breeding, stick to one house, and commit to adidas. Put a ring three stripes on it!
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