From The Old Man: A Guide to Living

Pick one brand and type of sock, son. You’ll never have to worry about mismatches or the occasional lost sock after the laundry is done. And if it’s your turn to fold laundry don’t worry, every pair of socks your wife owns is completely different from the next and matching ‘em up isn’t going to take very long, you’re also gonna have to keep the ones you can’t find a match for: she’s got a spot for those and lots of hope.