What with all that Xmas present buying malarkey, and the fact that we have no idea when we actually get paid in December, it can be hard to have the spare cash to buy new clothes over Christmas. But that doesn't mean our urges go. If you need to satisfy the shopping demons, then we reckon your best bet is to buy some socks. Yes, socks.
You might not think they're exciting, but ohhh boy you're wrong. The high street has turned its attention to our ankles, offering an unfathomable amount of options that will update any outfit you've already got, and make you feel like you have new stuff.
Check out our faves here:
18 Pairs of Socks
1 of 18Leopard Print
Leopard print has been huge this winter, but if you don't fancy wearing a full-on coat or trousers, simply add a flash of leopard to you ankles, peeping out between black trousers and loafers.
Socks, £3, Boohoo.com
2 of 18Sheer Stripes
Sometimes less is more and subtle details make all the difference - wear these sheer stripey babies with sandals and a mini to your Xmas party so you don't feel like you're wearing the same old boring black socks.
Socks, £3.50, Topshop
3 of 18Colour Block
Happy Socks are the king of cool, interesting hosiery. We heart these colour block socks, and the zillion other designs they do.
Socks, £8, Happy Socks
4 of 18Sparkles And Ruffles
Why stop at glitter when you can add ruffles too, for the ultimate princess sock.
`Socks, £5, Monki
5 of 18Debrief-Socks-Final-5
The teal shade of these shimmery socks feels festive - wear them with a contrasting trouser (perhaps purple?) and brogues. Socks, £6, available in store, Calzedonia
6 of 18Glitter
Woohoo partaaay time!!! That's what we think when we see glittery socks. Enough said.
Socks, £3.50, Topshop
7 of 18Gemstone swirls
We heart the cray digital print on these itsy bitsy ankle socks. Wear with monochrome to get the full hit of their colour blast.
Socks, £5, Monki
8 of 18Neon
Wear these to feel just a little bit like Beyonce in the Crazy In Love video. Ripped jeans and a sweater are obligatory. Socks, £4, available in store, & Other Stories
9 of 18Sheer Sky Blue
Powder blue is the best way to cheer yourself up. Wear these with winter whites to look ahead to spring.
Socks, £4, & Other Stories
10 of 18Debrief-Socks-Final-10
Nothing wrong with adding a bit of bling to your feet during party season - check out these diamante studded socks. Socks, £12, Asos.com
11 of 18Marl
These grey little numbers are the holy grail of socks - chunky, classic, and cosy. The sock dream. Socks, £6, Asos.com
12 of 18Plaid
Plaid is the ultimate a/w trend. Now you can wear it on your ankles. Thanks Toppers.
Socks, £3.50, Topshop
13 of 18Silky Knees
Expensive socks are the ultimate luxury. Wear these with a cute skater skirt and lace up heels and try not to stroke your legs too much.
Socks, £60, Maria La Rosa at Netaporter.com
14 of 18Patterned
There's nothing like a zany patterned sock to jazz up a navy tailored suit. Toast make proper lambswool styles, that will make you feel like a grown up. Just don't tumble dry them or you will end up with teeny tiny tootsie socks,
Socks, £24, Toast
15 of 18Sheer Animal
We love these sheer giraffe print socks, they're a cool update to leopard print. And they're just £5. Score.
Socks, £5, Monki
16 of 18Cable Knit
Pop these burgundy over the knee socks on and you will feel immediately Christmassy. We promise.
Socks, £8, Urban Outfitters
17 of 18Sheer Nude
Remember your mum's 'pop socks'? These are like the 2015 version, to be worn with a pleated midi skirt and metallic shoes.
Socks, £4, & Other Stories
18 of 18Sporty Tube
There's something super satisfying about a tube sock - they're spongy, comfy, and look great worn with a mini and some battered converse.
Boots, £5, Monki
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This article originally appeared on The Debrief.