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24 Daring Sock Innovations

From Socks with Heels to Metal Stockings

— June 30, 2011 — Fashion
The easiest way to add a kick to any outfit is through an accessory like these daring sock innovations.

No longer just used to keep your feet warm or act as a barrier from your shoe, the sock has become a fashion statement all on its own. From socks worn with heels to vibrantly designed stockings, these daring sock innovations run a wide capability of creating interesting ensembles.

An entirely simple way to stand out, these daring sock innovations take as much time to put on as is required to leave a lasting impression.

Implications - Shoppers are looking for easy ways to enhance their outfit. Modern consumers who have fast-paced lifestyles don't have the time to put together intricate ensembles. Creating more conveniently fashionable pieces could help a company attract more customers.
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$500 Stockings
$500 Stockings
These Mohair and Alpaca Socks are the World's Most Expensive Socks in the World
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Latex Sock Suspenders
Latex Sock Suspenders
Hose Harnesses by Lickorishlatex are Too Hot to Hide
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Merry Mismatch Socks
Merry Mismatch Socks
The New High (M)art Shop Believes 'Life is Too Short to Match Socks'
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Sock-Stifled Couples
Sock-Stifled Couples
Kristin Skees Depicts a Deep Message of Contrasting Feelings
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Subdued Retro Spreads
Subdued Retro Spreads
This Glamour France June 2011 Editorial is a Lovely Look into the Past
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Whiskered Hipster Mammals
Whiskered Hipster Mammals
The Medicom Toy x Happy Socks Bearbrick Rocks Eccentric Styles
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Flower Power Socks
Flower Power Socks
Strathcona Stockings are a Breath of Fresh Air With Nature-Inspired Designs
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Painted Knee Socks
Painted Knee Socks
The Laura Theiss SS11 Collection Shows Vibrant Cyan-Colored Legs
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Animal Skin Socks
Animal Skin Socks
The Rachel Comey Leather Socks Save You From Buying Boots
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Playful Patterned Stockings
Playful Patterned Stockings
Anja Rubik Looks Smoldering in 25 Magazine April 2010
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Heel-Sock Sandals
Heel-Sock Sandals
The BCBGeneration SS 2011 Ad Campaign Will Knock Your Socks Off
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Swoosh-Branded Loungers
Swoosh-Branded Loungers
These New Nike Room Socks are the Perfect Sneakerhead Slipper
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Christmas Stocking Installations
Christmas Stocking Installations
The Paprika Christmas Display for Domison is Holiday Fun
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Super-Feminine Stockings
Super-Feminine Stockings
Sweet Marcel Offers Avant-Garde, Limited Edition Knee Socks
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Silly Sock Packaging
Silly Sock Packaging
Camille McMorrow and Bruno Zalum Present The Return of the Lost Sock
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Bodysuits & Lace Stockings
Bodysuits & Lace Stockings
Diane Kruger Covers Marie Claire UK April 2010
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Metal-Linking Stockings
Metal-Linking Stockings
House of Holland Chain Garterbelt Gives Allure to the Legs
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Four-Eyed School Shoots
Four-Eyed School Shoots
Rosanne Doosje Marie Claire Czech Spread in Slick School Girl Looks
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Skeletal Stockings
Skeletal Stockings
The Skeleton Over Knee Socks by Sock Theory are Creepy and Cute
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Sexily-Shredded Stockings
Sexily-Shredded Stockings
Mikael Vojinovic Captures the Sensuality of the Moment
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Schoolgirl Stockings
Schoolgirl Stockings
‘Dancer in the Dream' in Vogue China May 2010 is Quite Pretty
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Bow-Print Stockings
Bow-Print Stockings
Karolin Wolter Works Lingerie as Outerwear in Tush 1 2010
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Suggestive Seamed Stockings
Suggestive Seamed Stockings
Cato Van Ee Sizzles in 'Supernatural' for Vogue Germany
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Alluring School Girl Spreads
Alluring School Girl Spreads
The Vogue Italia Craig McDean Editorial is Mad Hot
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