One of my pet peeves is socks that won’t stay up. Rock-a-Thigh Baby makes thigh-high socks guaranteed to stay up on babies’ and toddlers’ legs. These give full coverage like tights, yet are convenient to put on and take off like socks. Best of all, this company makes styles for boys and girls (unlike most of these tights companies who cater to females). Available in sizes from 0-6 months to 2-4 years, you can purchase this cute Little Boy Blue style for $14 at RockAThighBaby.com.

This set of animal socks for girls made by Zooni would be a perfect baby shower (or Valentine’s Day) gift for a new mom. Socks that stay up and are stylish at the same time are hard to find, so any parent would appreciate receiving these cute accessories for their baby girl’s feet. Three pairs of socks are included in the set, which comes in sizes from newborn to age 2. They sell for $26 at Lavish.com.

These sweet little sock from eco-friendly favorite Baby Soy are made with soybean fiber for a soft cashmere-like feel. These socks are as absorbent as cotton, and machine washable. They are pretty cute, too, and look like they would stay on better than traditional baby socks. You can purchase a pair for $3.95 at bunnyburybaby.com. Pink, brown, and white versions are also available.

Here are some very cute socks that are currently on sale as part of the Gap Holiday sale. There is just something about the shape and color of these socks that appeals to me. They would definitely match a lot of outfits in my younger daughter’s closet. The set of three pairs originally retailed for $10.50, but is currently on sale for $7.99. It is available in infant sizes up to 24 months, and can be purchased at gap.com.

Just in time for the holidays, favorite sock maker Trumpette has a new set to drool over. These cute infant socks come in six different colors and feature a delightful Nordic pattern. You can purchase the set for $26.50 at trumpette.com.

Add some cheer to your little one’s holiday wardrobe with these Christmas Cheeritights from Trumpette. The fun red and green prints really pop. You are sure to get compliments wherever you go all season long. You can purchase a pair of these fun tights, available in infant sizes up to 18 months, at trumpette.com. They retail for $23.50.

From November 6 through November 9, you can buy Kushies Zebra Booties Box Set for a steal - $2.99 (instead of their regular price of $9.99). Simply enter the code “BOOTIES” at checkout to receive this fabulous deal. Kushies Zebra Booties fits babies’ feet up to 3 months old, have a non-skid bottom, and will keep baby’s feet warm and toasty on cold days (and nights). Check them out at KushiesOnline.com, but hurry before this great holiday steal goes away!

Parents have struggled since the beginning of time to keep socks on their babies’ feet. Stay With Me Adjustable Baby Socks are designed to be wiggle-proof and pull-off proof. These socks feature a Velcro strap to keep the sock on your baby’s foot. Plus, when laundry time comes, you can use the velcro straps to secure the socks together, so there will be no more lost or mismatched socks! Sounds like a great idea to me. You can purchase Stay With Me Adjustable Socks for $5.95 per pair at StayWithMeBaby.com.

Tube socks seem to be making a comeback. I recently saw this somewhat disturbing trend on teenage girls while we were on vacation. While I don’t care for the look on adults, it is pretty cute on wee ones. This Hank and JoJo Retro Baby Tube Socks set lets you and your baby get in on teh fun. It features four colorful pairs made from Bamboo using toxin-free dyes all packed in a sweet little lunchbox. You can purchase the set, which would make a great gift, for $30 at modernmoppet.com.

LittleMissMatched’s line of fun, silly socks continues to grow. Anyone who has a big box of unmatched socks on their dryer like I do will appreciate the ease of these socks as well as their design. This fun set from the “Fabulous” collection features a pattern of candy, fruit, and puzzle pieces . You get a pink one, a green one, and a blue one. You can buy the set for $8 at littlemissmatched.com.

One of Target’s most recent style coups is a line from Paul Frank. Although these items are not available online at this time, I have seen quite a few of them in our mid-sized Target store. Girls’ t-shirts retail for $8.99, and there are some pretty cute raincoats for $12.99 (and matching umbrellas too). I didn’t think to check out the boys’ department, but I would imagine there are tees there as well. If you are a Paul Frank fan, I would definitely recommend a trip to Target to check it out. I’m thinking one of the tees may end up in my daughter’s back to school wardrobe. In the meantime, you can get your Paul Frank fix at Target online with this 3-pack of socks for $9.99.

I often find Juicy Couture’s offerings to be a bit over-the-top for my taste, but this cute little sock gift set is as sweet and simple as can be. It includes three pairs of infant socks in traditional boy colors. This would be a great gift for a little boy to be.It even comes perfectly packaged for gift giving. The price makes it a bit of an extravagance, however. You can purchase the set for $38 at shopbabytrends.com.

Recently I came across a fabulous idea while browsing the Internet - Pork Chops. These are thigh-high coverings for babies (they cover baby’s “pork chops”). Easier to navigate diaper changes than tights or leggings, plus providing extra cushion on the knees for early crawlers, Pork Chops are fashionable and functional. Baby can’t remove them either, as with regular socks. All Pork Chops have non-skid bottoms on the feet as well, for added safety. I especially like these Bright Stripe Pork Chops. The company also sells them in Argyle, Neapolitan Dot, and Red Dot. Pork Chops are available in sizes from 6-12 months to 6-8 years. Each pair is $18 at PorkChopKids.com.

Know someone who is expecting a baby this fall or winter? This sweet little pair of elephant booties by Little Chums would make a very thoughtful and budget-friendly gift. This cute pair of footwear is crocheted for a great homemade look. Each pair comes packaged in a felt box perfect for gift-giving. You can buy a set for $19.99 at babytango.com.

If you are looking to indulge some lucky parents-to-be with a lovely organic gift basket, but don’t have the time to assemble one yourself, this basket from Kee-Ka is a great option. The set includes a onesie, a bib, burp cloth, a cap, a hooded towel, and a set of 5 pairs of socks. Everything is made from 100% certified organic cotton using low impact dyes. The set comes sweetly packaged in a reusable metal basket. You can purchase this generous gift for $145 at luxurybabynursery.com. It is also a way to stock your own little one’s closet with organic essentials.