We Asked 10 College Students About Their Sock Style — Here’s What They Said!

Socks used to be background characters. Now? They’re lowkey the main vibe.
We hit up 10 college students and asked the one question nobody’s asking but should: “What do your socks say about you?”

Turns out — they say a lot. Some went deep. Some went chaotic. All of them? 100% unfiltered.

Why Socks Tho?

Because Gen-Z doesn’t just wear clothes—we curate a vibe.
And socks? They’re like the trailer before the movie. Subtle, but they set the tone.

Whether you’re a gym-core junkie or into that soft-girl aesthetic, your socks are saying something. Loudly.

Meet the Sock Squad

We hit up campuses, and spoke to some students, and asked one question: “What’s your sock style and why?”
Here’s what they said:

1. Ayesha, 20 – English Hons, Delhi University

“I’m a frill-sock-and-loafer girlie. It’s giving off an old-school Pinterest vibe.”
She pairs socks with skirts and oversized knits. Soxytoes is her go-to.

2. Sarthak, 21 – B.Tech, SRM Chennai

“Socks are the only reason I look put together at 8 am lectures.”
Graphic socks + sliders = his forever combo. Swears by Souled Store drops.

3. Mehak, 19 – Fashion Student, Mumbai

“My socks match my mood. Happy socks on sad days.”
She’s into stripes, tie-dye, food socks, or literally anything that screams Gen-Z chaos.

4. Rehan, 22 – Mass Comm, Chandigarh

“White Nike socks. Always. They go with everything.”
He’s gym-core but chill. Think basketball shorts, oversized tees, and a protein shake in hand.

5. Ria, 21 – BBA, Pune

“I steal my brother’s socks because men’s socks hit differently.”
Oversized fit, neutral tones, and slides. Girl math: free socks = better socks.

6. Tanishq, 23 – Law, Bangalore

“Black ankle socks. Every. Single. Day.”
Zero drama. Just clean, crisp, and adulting-core. He doesn’t experiment but respects the sock game.

7. Naina, 20 – Psychology, Kolkata

“Cartoon socks are therapy.”
She buys them from street markets and matches them with Crocs. Hello Kitty is her current phase.

8. Zaid, 21 – Animation Student, Noida

“Mismatched socks. Because why not?”
He says it’s his passive protest against boring fashion. And laundry.

9. Tanya, 19 – BioTech, Nagpur

“Lace socks make me feel like a main character.”
She wears them with boots or heels, even to labs. Slay or stay home, basically.

10. Dev, 22 – MBA, Hyderabad

“Socks with quotes. Passive aggression but in style.”
“HUSTLE” socks on Mondays. “LAZY AF” ones on exam days. Iconic behavior.

Trends We Caught Mid-Air

So, after stalking sock drawers and hearing everyone's sock origin stories, here’s what we noticed:

1. Frill Socks + Skirts = Forever That Girl

Literally the soft-girl starter pack. Think coquette-core, Pinterest boards, and iced matcha vibes. Everyone’s pairing cute frill socks with loafers or heels — and the aesthetic? Chef’s kiss.

2. White Socks Are Still The Moment

These socks are having a chokehold moment. They just go with anything, be them oversized tees, biker shorts, or literally anything streetwear-coded.

3. Cartoons, Prints, and Vibes-Only Socks

From polka dots to Tom & Jerry, cartoon socks are the new personality flex. Perfect for those who don’t take fashion (or life) too seriously but still wanna serve a look.

4. Mismatched Socks = Main Character Energy

This isn’t lazy—it’s intentional chaos. Wearing two different socks is now a statement. It screams: "Yeah, I dress for me, not for society."

5. Socks That Match Your Mood, Not Your Outfit

Yep, it’s a thing now. Sad day? Wear something bright. Feeling confident? Bold prints it is. Socks are now emotional support accessories, not just outfit fillers.

6. Slides + Socks? Always a Yes.

This combo is peak Gen-Z comfort-core. People are rocking slides with thick socks literally everywhere — from hostel corridors to coffee runs to airport fits. And it works.

Wanna Find Your Sock Vibe?

Start small. Check out:

• Urbanic – For aesthetics
  
  

• Bewakoof / Souled Store – For cartoon chaos
  
  

• Uniqlo / H&M – For basics that hit
  
  

• Soxytoes  – For indie styles that lowkey slap
  

FAQs

Q1: Are funky socks still trendy in 2025?
Yes, absolutely. From TikTok to college campuses, funky socks with bold prints or quotes are very in.

Q2: Where can I buy affordable aesthetic socks online in India?
Try Bewakoof, Soxytoes, The Souled Store, or H&M for budget-friendly and Gen-Z-approved options.

Q3: Can I wear socks with sliders or Crocs?
Totally. It's not just acceptable — it's a whole streetwear vibe now.

Q4: Do socks really matter in styling?
Yes. They can take a basic outfit from “meh” to “main character.” Gen-Z loves the details.

Q5: What socks go with oversized streetwear looks?
Printed crew socks, ribbed mid-calf socks, or high-ankle graphic ones are all great options.