Socks step out into the fashion limelight By: CNBC.com News October 19, 2014 at 07:00 AM EDT Once known as an often-dreaded gift handed out by thrifty grandmas, who felt like they had to buy something, socks are having their fashion moment. Read More >> Related Stocks: Macy's Target Corp Tyson Foods Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. Walgreen Company