It's simple and sophisticated, not distracting like a patterned sock, unnecessary like a no-show, or bordering on school-girl-esque like a calf or knee sock. The white crew sock is approachable.

We saw attendees wearing patterned knee socks, flouncy ruffled ankle socks and sporty tube socks. But tights — bright red! polka dot! fishnet! — also had a major moment, as did several ...