CEO’s and Socks…

So I decided I would humour a certain CEO and write about CEO’s and their socks. Not normally something that one would find much clout to but surprisingly unravelled a slice into the male psyche. Now stay with me here as I use what any good english major could do, which is create complete and utter bullshit out of nothing and turn it into something deep and intellectual. So here it goes…
Now on first impressions with men in suits is that they all wear black socks. Majority of them do, perhaps it is because most men hate shopping, further more shopping for socks. Perhaps getting up and heading to work on a daily basis who would care what socks they wear??? Men just wanting to get through the day and venture back home, tossing socks in the living room floor and plopping themselves on the couch to watch T.V. How simple men seem or rather choose to be.
Now I came across a diamond in the rough! A man who whole-heartedly chooses to stand out from the crowd for himself and for others. It became almost a game that was being played, the socks were bright and boisterous and he made sure that everyone knew what was on his feet. He would sit in a manner that raised the pant leg so as to expose his vibrant choice of socks. Now here is a man who clearly does love to shop and does love to go out and not just sit on the couch at home, waiting for another day at the office to go by.
I discovered that what socks one wears is as important as shoes and watches, which men and women clearly judge others on. Can you judge someone with bright bold coloured socks?? No, but you can if they are with other men who are only wearing socks that are black. Its reverse judging, suddenly the striped socks become irrelevant and the judging turns on the guys with black socks. I start to think how boring, plain, unadventurous and dull the others might be. The men with the black socks may actually be the opposite but its interesting how this happens. The attention then kind of diverts back to the one with the striped socks and he becomes the leader of personal style, perhaps paving the way for others to know that it is okay to express yourself and take pride in uniqueness and style. I have yet to see this transformation happen as a group but believe that over time it will.
Hoping I havent completely lost you on this, I wrote this article because I believe that it is wonderful to express yourself in whatever way you choose, no one is being harmed and frankly, makes for great conversation and humour. I am sure that this article will get many a laugh too…
What socks say about a man:
Crew socks-this is a man’s man, he is passionate about his physical appearance and usually watches or plays sports. Does not like to discuss his emotions either.
Dress socks-business savvy, has a general knowledge of exotic things and is a classic romantic.
Thermal socks-is one with nature, rough around the edges but is a nurturer and not afraid to show his soft-side.
Ankle socks-is carefree and loving and appreciates the simple things in life.
Mismatched socks-is a comedian, wants to be centre of attention and is full of surprises.
Holey socks-Has issues and is devoted to his own problems