Heir to the Hovel

Why do little kids always do the dirtiest stuff & eat the messiest food when they are wearing new and/or light colored clothing? It took me 20 minutes to pretreat little mans laundry today. & I seriously think I am going to start making him wear. black socks. If I can find any; socks are what I have the most trouble with - finding the right fit for my baby big foot.