So I have heard a good deal of different ideas much thanks to all of you.

I realize for many this is the winning idea but I'd like to set it aside after I offer it:

My wife prefers the Bright colour hose.

Granted I wear black just about every day and I used to enjoy more bright and contrasting colour schemes before my monastic life and training. And before becoming a cleric. She knew me well before those cloistered years.

So lets look at some reds.

First Tartan:


next Claret (I don't like this one myself, too much of a jewel tone for my taste but I paste it for your opinion.



tartan red


ancient red (still like it)


I didn't get a brick red but if someone has a picture they'd like to add to the soup of reds please do.

Well gents?

peace,
justin