Observe the sock's color. Is it a deep, rich burgundy or a dull, washed-out grey? If it's the latter, it's likely a sock that's been to the laundry mat too many times.
Hyperlink to: Sockception Theory
Feel the sock's texture. Is it soft and silky or rough and bumpy? If it's bumpy, it's likely a sock that's been through a war.
Hyperlink to: Sockception of Texture
Smell the sock. Does it smell like fresh laundry or like a dumpster fire? If it's the latter, it's likely a sock that's been to college.
Hyperlink to: Sockception of Smell
Hold the sock up to the light. Does it reflect your inner self? If it does, it's likely a sock with a soul.
Hyperlink to: Sockception of Sockiness
Hyperlink to: Next Chapter: Sock Identification Procedures