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Anticipation is hotting up for the Academy Awards 2026, which will be held in Hollywood on the 15th March. Which film is your favourite? Let us give you some sock-spiration…

Hamnet – nature socks and bookworm socks

With an impressive eight nominations, Hamnet is the British film everyone has been talking about since its release in January. One of the central themes of the film is nature, with Jessie Buckley’s character Agnes Hathaway portrayed as a herbalist who spends as much time as possible in the woods.

If, like Agnes, you’re similarly inspired by nature (these days, she’d probably be called a Plant Nerd) check out our range of Royal Horticultural Society socks. Insect lovers could go for some Shared Earth socks with dragonflies, ladybirds and snails, or – if you’re buying for the kids – you could keep it simple with the humble yet beloved bee from sock brand Thought.

And if all the hype about Shakespeare has you feeling a little literary, make your bookish preferences known with your choice of our bookworm socks. Choose from Read to Live, Live to Read slogan socks, It’s Always OK To Buy More Books, or buy both and alternate!

At the heart of Hamnet is, of course, a love story, if you’re feeling romantically inspired, you could gift someone special these uplifting rainbow Love socks, or even these deliciously different ‘love’ slogan backseam tights.

F1 – socks for Formula One and car lovers

Brad Pitt is no stranger to winning Oscars for his acting abilities. This time it’s the production team, rather than Pitt, up for nominations for their skills in editing, sound and visual effects on the F1 movie.
Whether you’re planning to make a Pitt-stop to see the movie in the cinema, or from the comfort of your sofa, make sure you look the part with these Happy Socks checkered flag inspired socks and Wildfeet men’s checked trunks. And if the film leaves you with the need for speed, update your outfit accordingly with these sheer flame tights. 

All those thrills and spills may have reignited a love for cars of all ages, so why not treat yourself to a pair of vintage car socks from Happy Socks? And if fast and furious motorbikes are more your thing, show off these Lazy Panda bamboo ‘Born to Ride’ socks under your leathers.

Sinners – do vampires wear socks?

No one knows whether vampires wear socks and sadly the plot of Oscar-nominated horror film Sinners doesn’t have time to go into such details. This violent and disturbing movie has broken records with its 16 Oscar nominations, but with a 15 rating, it’s not for children or the faint of heart. 

Set in 1932, Sinners features the ever-popular vampire trope. From Dracula to Buffy to True Blood to Sinners, it seems we can’t get enough of them. Set in Mississippi, the costume and prop design for Sinners also heavily features guitars and cowboy boots.

Show your allegiance to either the vampires or the vampire hunters, with your choice of socks:

• Blaze bright like the sun, and the Sinners movie poster, in these Hello Sunshine Colour Burst yellow socks. Vampires hate the sun and they also hate stakes – not to be confused with steaks!
• Or align yourself with the monsters, with these no-nonsense Gumball Poodle socks stating loudly and proudly that: ‘Here Comes Trouble’.

Sentimental Value – wear your heart on your sleeve, or your socks

Norwegian film Sentimental Value has 9 Oscar nominations, including best picture, which is a first for Norway. Billed as a drama/tragicomedy, the film’s core themes centre around family relationships and generational trauma. Heavy in places, Sentimental Value is deep and powerful – a film that will stay with you long after you leave the cinema. 

Add some lightness back into your day, while respecting the characters in Sentimental Value’s emotional journeys, with these Olivia Rodrigo Guts socks, or our pick of funny slogan socks from Gumball Poodle:

• I Love Being Weird slogan socks
• My Dog Is My Therapist slogan socks
• My Cat Is My Therapist slogan socks

Jurassic World Rebirth – who doesn’t love a dinosaur sock

Some people need no excuse to wear a dinosaur sock. For others, the news that Jurassic World Rebirth has been nominated for an Oscar for Best Visual Effects is a reminder that dinosaurs never go out of fashion. Kit yourself out in these Shared Earth Fair Trade dinosaur socks, kit the kids out in these dinosaur novelty slipper socks.

Fun fact: the original Jurassic Park movie won three Oscars in 1994 for sound, sound editing and visual effects.

Marty Supreme – 80s music socks galore

Who could have guessed that Timothée Chalamet in a movie about table tennis would earn nine Oscar nominations including Best Picture, Best Actor and Best Director?

The extra twist to this gripping movie is that, although it’s set in the 1950s, the electrifying soundtrack is pure 1980s bangers. Get into the 80s vibe with SOCKSHOP’s music socks, including David Bowie socks and Queen socks. You could even make it a double whammy with Queen socks and Queen boxer shorts. 

Zootopia 2 – turn the floor into a zoo-oo-oo

With an impressive 91% on Rotten Tomatoes, Zootopia 2 is a charming and hilarious film for all the family. Starring Judy Hopps the rabbit, Gary De'Snake and Nick Wilde the fox, Zootopia 2 has been nominated for the Oscar for Best Animated Feature, an accolade previously won by Finding Nemo.

If you’re ‘wild and you can’t be tamed’, show your support for the characters from Zootopia 2 with some new animal socks:
•   Snake-inspired trunks from Wildfeet
•   Bunny invisible low-cut socks from Wildfeet
•   Fox invisible low-cut socks from Wildfeet
•   Cute kids wildlife socks with bunnies and foxes

Enjoy watching this year’s Oscar-nominated films and don’t forget your popcorn!

FAQs

What fashion trends will we see during Oscar season 2026?

As usual, everyone will be hotly anticipating the red carpet at this year’s Oscars. Bold, maximalist trends are expected to feature heavily alongside a continuation of the transparent and sheer looks from 2025. For ladies, our Trasparenze hosiery collection, crafted in Italy, boasts a range of glamorous tights and hold ups[CM42.1] and for men, our 100% cashmere socks add a touch of luxe to a formal outfit.

What are the best socks for nature lovers and gardeners?

We have a range of gifts for gardeners, including gardening socks and gardening gloves. Whether you’re looking for thermal boot socks, long leg gardening socks, or simply slogan socks announcing your love of plants, we’ve got it all.

What should I wear to an Oscars cinema date?

If you’re heading out for date night at your local cinema, there are lots of Oscar-nominated films to choose from. Show you’re a film buff with our enviable range of film-inspired socks, including Star Wars, Harry Potter and Marvel. We also have cult film socks like Bridesmaids, Mean Girls and Barbie if you’re keen on female-led movies.