As has been stated, matching is not a big deal. HOWEVER- there are certain color hose that can really bring out the colors in a tartan. I really like forest green with my Colorado State. It just makes the tartan really pop. However, were I forced to choose just one, it would be a red of some kind. I like the maroon idea. Red will match any warm color, and be a nice contrast to any cool color. So there you go- my thoughts!