Rule 1: Socks must be worn with a purpose.

Section 1.1: The purpose of socks must be a valid reason.

Section 1.2: The purpose of socks must not be too ridiculous.

For more information, see Section 1: Purpose.

Rule 2: The purpose of socks must not be too obvious.

Section 2.1: The purpose of socks must not be a fashion statement.

Section 2.2: The purpose of socks must not be a means to an end.

For more information, see Section 2: Purpose.

Rule 3: Socks must not be worn with flip-flops.

Section 3.1: Flip-flops are an abomination.

Section 3.2: There are no exceptions, ever.

For more information, see Section 3: Flip-flops.