The fashion world is abuzz with a new generational divide: sock length. Gen Z has embraced crew socks, pulled up high, while millennials cling to ankle socks, now dubbed 'millennial socks'. The trend has sparked debate, with some even calling Jennifer Lawrence 'brave' for wearing ankle socks in public.
According to fashion insiders, the sock war is just one of many style differences between the generations. Gen Z also favours middle parts over side parts, baggy low-rise trousers over skinny jeans, and high-waisted jeans are considered a millennial relic.
While ankle socks were once the norm, Gen Z has revived crew socks, often in bright colours or patterns. The shift has left some millennials feeling out of touch, but others are embracing the change. 'I've worn Uniqlo crew socks for years,' says one millennial. 'They're actually zoomer socks.'
The trend has practical implications too. With temperatures near freezing, crew socks offer more warmth than ankle socks. Some are calling it a win for comfort and style, while others see it as a fleeting trend. 'There definitely won't be articles in 10 years calling a 35-year-old zoomer brave for wearing crew socks,' one observer notes.
