How to tie laces on men's shoes: practice together

When purchasing shoes with laces, many do not even think that the tying method can be changed. Buyers do not wonder how to lace their shoes correctly and continue to use the manufacturer’s suggested option, even if it is aesthetically unattractive or uncomfortable. Changing the look of shoes or sneakers is not difficult at all. All you need to do is learn a few simple ways to do this.

Method 1. Criss-to-cross lacing

Every child knows the traditional way of lacing shoes Criss-to-Cross. It is simple, functional and quite versatile. If you are a practical person, this is the best choice for you. The method is time-tested and will fit any men's classic shoes.

How to tie shoelaces using the Criss-Cross method:

1. The lace is passed through the bottom holes of the shoe from the inside and out on both sides. It is important that the laces are the same length at this stage.
2. Take one end of the lace and pass it through the next empty opposite hole.
3. Repeat the operation with the second lace. You should now have a crosshair of laces.
4. Continue this simple operation to the very top holes.

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This twisted lacing resembles a zipper. It looks fancy and holds up well, but is quite difficult to tighten.

1. Insert the laces through the first holes from the inside.
2. Pass the ends from the outside under the base, cross them and insert them into the second holes from the inside.
3. Place the ends under the first cross, cross so that this time the other lace is on top, and insert into the third holes from the inside. Continue lacing in this manner until the end.
4. Before tying the knot, pass the ends under the previous cross.

Method 2. Diagonal lacing

The diagonal lacing method for men's shoes looks fresh and attractive. Once both boots are laced, it creates a rather interesting diagonal pattern. It can be either the same or mirrored on a pair of shoes.

How to tie shoelaces using the diagonal method:

1. Pass the lace through the bottom holes on one side from the inside and the other from the outside. The side that came through from the inside will be visible on your shoe, but the other will not. It is important that the laces are the same length at this stage.
2. Next, take the end that will be visible and thread it into the next, opposite direction so that the end enters from the outside, not the inside.
3. Pass the other end (which will not be visible) through the next opposite hole from the inside. Please note that in this step, the side that was not visible will be on the outside of the boot.
4. Continue the operation to the upper holes, alternating between the visible and invisible sides of the lace.

Lacing high top sneakers

The height of fashion for high-top sneakers was observed in the eighties, and today their popularity is again returning. This is not surprising, because these sneakers are very comfortable and practical to wear. But given the unusual style, many modern fashionistas do not understand how to tie the lacing on high-top sneakers.

In principle, there is not much difference in how to lace high or standard models. You can choose any method you like. But there are several nuances:

1. Since there are more holes in such pairs, the laces must be longer than standard parameters.
2. When choosing a lacing method, focus on the one with a larger pattern (since fine lacing will require even longer laces and will take much more time).
3. To make shoes easier to remove, it is better to choose lacing options that allow you to ease the tension.

How to tie long shoelaces is up to you. You can do it in the form of a butterfly, with a hidden knot, or not tie it at all, but simply tuck the ends inside the shoes.

Method 3. Lacing Cross over and under

As the name suggests, after lacing your boots, you will have an alternating cross ABOVE your boots and UNDER your boots. This method looks best on boots with 5 or 6 holes on each side. Quite an interesting way of lacing, especially if you have classic Oxfords.

How to tie shoelaces using the over-under cross method:

The first thing you need to determine is how many crosses OVER you will get. If you have up to 4 holes, you will only get one full cross. If you have 5 or more holes, then you will get 2 or more crosses OVER the boots.

If you have 3 holes:

1. Thread the lace from the inside so that both ends come out from the inside. It is important that the laces are the same length at this stage.
2. Next, cross the laces and thread them through opposite holes on the outside to form a visible cross.
3. Next, do the same as in the previous step, only this time you will have an invisible cross UNDER your boots.

If you have 4 holes:

1. Thread the lace from the outside so that both ends go inside. It is important that the laces are the same length at this stage.
2. Next, cross the laces and thread them through opposite holes on the inside to form an invisible cross.
3. Next, do the same as in the previous step, only this time you will have a visible cross ABOVE the ankle boots.
4. The next cross will be invisible, after lacing both ends will come out from the inside to the outside.

If you have 5 or more holes:

1. Thread the lace from the inside so that both ends come out from the inside. It is important that the laces are the same length at this stage.
2. Next, cross the laces and thread them through opposite holes on the outside to form a visible cross.
3. Next, do the same as in the previous step, only this time you will have an invisible cross UNDER your boots.
4. Repeat both previous steps and you should have 2 visible and 2 invisible crosses (if there are 5 holes).

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One end goes to the other side through the entire lacing and resembles a zipper - it looks creative. At the same time, lacing is very fast.

1. Insert the laces into the first holes from the inside.
2. Pass one end from the outside into the sixth hole on the other side.
3. Insert the second end from the outside into the second hole on the opposite edge, then through the third from the inside on the same side.
4. Now insert the second end from the outside into the second hole on the other side, and then into the third from the inside on the same side.
5. Continue lacing in this manner until the other end goes through the sixth hole.
6. Tie a knot.

Method 4. Straight lacing

Straight lacing allows you to lace your shoes with parallel lines, which look quite unusual on any classic shoe. On the one hand, laced shoes look “easy”, on the other hand they look attractive. The direct method is interesting with any number of holes for laces. The only inconvenience is the difficulty of tightening the laces, especially if the shoes fit tightly on the foot.

How to tie shoelaces using the direct method:

1. Thread the lace from the outside so that both ends go inside. It is important that the laces are the same length at this stage.
2. Take the left lace in your hand and thread it from the inside out into the next hole on the same side of the row of holes.
3. Take the right lace in your hand and thread it through 1 hole from the inside to the outside on the same row.
4. Next, take the left lace in your hand and thread it from top to bottom into a strictly parallel hole on the adjacent row.
5. Take the right lace and repeat the same action as in the previous step. You should end up with 3 parallel lines formed by the laces.
6. All other holes must be laced exactly in the order stated until you reach the last row.

Army style

This lacing is done quickly and also secures the shoes well on the foot.

Procedure:

1. Thread the cord through the bottom pair of eyelets.
2. Insert both ends into the holes above without crossing them.
3. Now you need to cross the ends and thread them into new holes.
4. Next, the laces should be inserted into other holes without crossing them.
5. Weave by analogy until the end.

This type of lacing is suitable for boots and boots with high legs.

Method 5. Reverse or Military lacing

If you love minimalism in all its manifestations, then I can recommend you to lace your shoes using the Reverse or Military method. This lacing method received its last name due to its practical use in many armies of the European Union countries.

How to tie shoelaces using the Reverse or Military method:

1. Thread the lace from the outside so that both ends go inside. It is important that the laces are the same length at this stage.
2. Cross both ends of the lace and thread them from the inside out into the next empty holes. You should get an invisible cross.
3. Next, take the left end and thread it through the next hole in the same row from top to inside.
4. Do the same operation with the other end.
5. Next, cross the laces and thread them into the next opposite empty holes to create an invisible cross.
6. Repeat steps No. 3 and 4.

Continue lacing your shoes until you reach the top eyelets.

Why should you know how to lace your shoes correctly and beautifully?

Shoes are an important component of a harmonious appearance. It’s not enough to choose beautiful shoes. It is important to learn how to wear them correctly: the right accessories will only add extravagance or elegance to the image and make it memorable. The practical benefit of beautiful lacing is to add flair to your appearance and make a good impression.

Not many people know how to tie their shoelaces beautifully. Those who know how to do this can turn their couple into a work of art and will be remembered by others for a long time for their difference from others.

Method 6. Lattice

The last method that we will consider is the most difficult. However, if you have enough patience, you will get a very unusual design that will appeal to many. Please note that lattice lacing looks best on shoes with 6 holes.

How to tie shoelaces using the Lattice method:

If you have 4 holes:

1. Thread the lace from the inside so that both ends come out from the inside. It is important that the laces are the same length at this stage.
2. Cross both ends of the lace and thread it inward from the top through one empty hole.
3. Next, take one of the laces and thread the hole missed in step 2 from the inside and pull it out.
4. Repeat step #3 with the second lace hole.
5. The final step is to thread both ends from the inside out through the last holes, after crossing the ends.

If you have 5 holes:

1. Thread the lace from the inside so that both ends come out from the inside. It is important that the laces are the same length at this stage.
2. Cross both ends of the lace and thread it inward from the top through one empty hole.
3. Next, take one of the laces and thread the hole missed in step 2 from the inside and pull it out.
4. Repeat step #3 with the second lace hole.
5. Pass the ends from the outside in.
6. Take the left end and thread it through the next hole in the same row from the inside out.
7. Repeat the previous step with the second end.

If you have 6 holes (recommended):

When lacing, try to intertwine the ends in a lattice pattern, using the principle: once on top, once on bottom….once on top, once on bottom.

1. Thread the lace from the inside so that both ends come out from the inside. It is important that the laces are the same length at this stage.
2. Cross both ends of the lace and thread it inward from the top through the two empty holes.
3. Take the left end and thread it through the next hole in the same row from the inside out.
4. Repeat the previous step with the second end.
5. Take the left end and thread it through the second (empty) opposite hole that was missed in step 2.
6. Repeat the previous step with the second end in a mirror image.
7. Take the left end and thread it through the next hole (third from the bottom) in the same row from the inside out.
8. Repeat the previous step with the second end.
9. Thread both ends from the inside out through the last top holes.

How to choose the right shape and length of laces

Traditionally, the look and type of lacing is the last thing that attracts shoe buyers. Much more important for many are the material of the upper and sole, comfort to wear, practicality and compatibility. However, it is the laces that can increase wearing comfort or negate other positive aspects of the shoe. The last few decades have radically changed the role of laces in matters of fashion and style.

The main reason is the large number of types, materials for manufacturing and style solutions in footwear. White, colored or dark colors, long and short, cotton, synthetic and leather - the range and availability of different types allows you to choose the ideal option for yourself or choose several. However, not all types are equally convenient, although they can look very attractive:

• Traditional cotton ones are securely fixed in a bow, but the usual white color does not always suit modern fashionistas.
• Synthetic ones are very attractive in appearance, but they cause significant discomfort: the smooth and slippery texture is not securely fixed and makes it necessary to constantly tie a bow.
• Leather ones do not go well with all types of shoes, but they look presentable and respectable.

Knowing how to choose laces for different styles can give your moccasins or sneakers a unique, unique charm.

The classic choice of laces for shoes is tone on tone - brown with brown or black with black. There are many more options for sports shoes: there are no restrictions on colors and lacing styles; both bright contrasting combinations and playing with the intensity of different shades of the same color are allowed.

Thickness is another important issue in choosing the right product. Classic shoes require thin laces, while sports shoes allow wider, round or flat options.

If your imagination allows, you can create the most unusual and vibrant combinations: combine black with orange, yellow with blue, pink with gray.

Laced shoes - photo

Straight-laced brogues

Classic shoes laced in different ways

Classic men's shoes tied using the Criss-to-Cross method

Knitted laces using the Cross over-under method