So stick to colors like blue, red, green, and purple to add just a hint of flavor. If you're on the more conservative side, navy or royal blue socks are the way to go.

One in particular has raised a question on WBZ's Curiosity Web site. Meaghan is 'Curious' why the Red Sox are wearing navy blue socks with their new road uniforms.

However, despite disquiet from parents, the school's principal today defended her insistence on navy blue socks "Socks are a part of the school uniform," the principal said.