I am with Matt in that I think "tartan" hose would look fine with a contrasting flash like red or yellow. Remember that "tartan" hose are really not an exact pattern match for the tartan itself, merely Argyle hose knit up using the same colors in the same proportions as the tartan, so although the colors will match they will be a different patter, and therefore to my eye (and mind) not too much "tartan". The majority of the hose would be in dark colors with highlights of red and yellow, presumably, which I personally think would look grand. And, again, I personally think that they would not be inappropriate for daywear or dress wear.

Many of the others shown would work also, but the decision is up to you, obviously, as to what you think works best for your eye in the setting you intend to wear them. I have a tartan waistcoat that matches my "clan" tartan as well as "tartan" hose, all in some pretty vivid and not dark colors, and I think they look fine together, with a nice jacket overlying (sorry, no pictures yet).

Good luck with your quest to find the perfect hose.

j