Collect 30-31 pairs of socks. Yes, you read that right, 30-31 pairs of socks. Don't ask why. Just do it.
Continue to Algorithm 32-33 for the next step.
Or, if you're feeling adventurous, go back and try again with 31-30.
Or, if you're a rebel, skip to 29-32 and see if it all works out.
Or, if you're a masochist, try again, but with the numbers flipped.
Sort the socks by color, pattern, and material. Don't worry about matching them, we'll get to that later.
Continue to Algorithm 32-33 for the next step.
Or, if you're feeling lazy, try our quick sort algorithm.
Match the socks. This is the part where you pretend you're not a hoarder and actually pair up your socks.
Use our Sock Match Maker to help you out.
Or, if you're feeling sentimental, try to remember the one that got away.