Shoelaces are the first step to protect foot health
A good pair of leather shoes can protect your feet, stabilize the center of gravity of your body, reduce the burden on your feet, and even protect your spine. Therefore, when wearing leather shoes, the design of the last and bottom is usually emphasized, but in fact, the comfort of a pair of shoes is also closely related to the laces. “Shoelaces” are like ligaments that connect bones to bones, and play an important role in supporting the feet and leather shoes. Loosening the laces and putting on shoes without re-tying them can easily cause damage to the shoe body, which will affect the comfort and health of the foot when wearing. If the laces can be tightened reliably, you can also change your posture and walking style, which will reduce the burden on your feet, knees, waist, etc.
Shoelaces have different shapes and functions
According to the cross-sectional shape, there are two main types of laces: “round” and “flat”.
The round laces support the instep in a “point” way, with less contact area, narrower width, and elegant style, which is more suitable for leather shoes with fewer holes. Flat laces are pressed down and then tied in the way of surface contact, and the knot contact area is larger, more stable, suitable for casual shoes.
▌ Round laces
The support of gentleman’s shoes comes mainly from the leather of the upper, so you can choose round straps on the laces to emphasize the elegance.
▲ Display shoes: 3/4 carved zigzag wing pattern oxford shoes
▌ Flat laces
Casual shoes have many holes and long openings on the flanks, so they need to be secured by a shoe strap to protect the foot. Therefore, flat laces with high stability are suitable.
▲ Display shoes: hand-made waxy leather casual shoes
The material of laces commonly used by Lin Guo
When Lin Guo chooses the material of the laces, he basically uses cotton laces. The laces made of 100% cotton have almost no elasticity and friction, so they do not slide easily, and they can remain fixed and difficult to loosen.
If it is a chemical fiber lace, it is relatively unable to support the elastic instep, easy to slip off, often tied and loosened at once, non-lace material is the first choice.
In addition, on the top of the laces, some of the more elegant shoes will be waxed with the laces. It gives the surface a bit of gloss, and because the wax shrinks after solidification, it makes the laces more solid, and in addition to being stronger, the laces look more elegant because they are thinner.
▲ The laces in the waxing area will have a shiny feeling
▲ The variety of lace colors can also be matched with leather shoes
Teaching of shoelace tying
In fact, there are many ways to tie shoelaces, which are suitable for different shoes, different ways of tying can bring different feelings to shoes, here are three of the most common and best ways to tie shoelaces, which can be applied to different styles and occasions.
Tie method 1 : Parallel lace tying method
Parallel lace tying is the most neat in appearance, and it is suitable for formal occasions such as business meetings and ceremonies when you want to show a sense of formal decency.
▲ Display shoes: saddle oxfords
〈Step 1〉Divide the shoehead into two ends, A and B, A passes through the bottom hole on one side, B passes through the top hole on the other side, A reserves a longer length, and B reserves about 22cm.
〈Step 2〉Reserve a longer side to pass through the other side in a parallel manner.
〈Step 3〉Thread the hole in the upper layer from the inside to the outside and pass through the other side in a parallel manner, and continue this step.
〈Step 4〉Completion of knotting.
Tie method 2 : X-shaped cross tie method
The X-shaped cross-tie method can cover the instep more tightly and enhance stability. The special shape makes the restrained gentleman’s shoes a little more interesting and tasteful.
▲ Display shoes: WHOLE-CUT wing stitch oxford shoes
〈Step 1〉Thread the shoelaces through the first hole from the inside of the shoe to the outside of the shoe, and reserve equal length on both sides.
〈Step 2〉Cross the left and right ends through the second hole, and the first X will be presented.
〈Step 3〉Continue this step.
〈Step 4〉Completion of knotting.
Tie method 3 : Cross lace tie method
Cross lace tying is most commonly used on sneakers and casual shoes. Because it is the strongest binding method, it is suitable for shoes with many holes, and many casual shoes will use this binding method.
▲ Display shoes: stitched two-color horizontal Derby shoes
〈Step 1〉Thread the two ends of the lace through the first hole from the outside to the inside.
〈Step 2〉Pull the laces crossover from the inside to the outside and thread the second hole inward.
(Step 3) Continue with the second step.
〈Step 4〉Completion of knotting.
Make a nice ribbon
Loose laces are really annoying, and if you don’t pay attention, you can trip yourself. But how can you reduce the chance of the bow falling loose?
In addition to using waxed laces with good friction power, tying a bow is also a science. The bow should not be crooked, the knot is too big and not good-looking, and it is necessary to prevent it from loosening.
Now I’m going to show you how to tie a bow that looks good and doesn’t loosen easily.
Gaying in the same scene | For you who are too lazy to tie your shoes
There must be many friends who find it troublesome to tie their shoes, and if they want to put on their shoes quickly and conveniently, they will go straight out. However, because most loafers are too casual, they can’t always be worn casually. Lin Guo introduces you, the three most popular lace-free gentleman’s shoes in Lin Guo’s full range of shoes, so that your life is convenient and stylish.
▌Old-school gentleman’s elegance : classic double-stitched penny loafers
One of the classic gentleman’s shoe shapes, which can be worn from suits to shorts.The most everyday item to wear is a very practical shoe.With no laces, you can go out as long as you put your feet on.The classic 120-degree chamfered corner design of the classic Loafer makes the shoe body more three-dimensional, not only more comfortable to wear, but also very handsome.
Classic double-stitched penny loafers
▌Men’s must-have gentleman boots : Kelxi rubber soled boots
Lingo’s most popular boot, the classic Kelxi’s elastic band design replaces the function of the lace, and it is more convenient, as long as it is pulled away from the cuff of the boot and can be inserted. The minimalist and plain design adds a sense of formality, so that these boots can be worn from gentlemen to military, workwear, and Japanese wear, and the almost versatile characteristics are really a must-have boot for men.
▌ Good convenience to work : business loafer leather shoes
Designed for office workers and business people. Business loafers that are easy to put on and take off, with neat and simple lines, create a neat and capable image of office workers, and can be paired with formal business suits. Finally, it is equipped with a wear-resistant M series rubber outsole, which is comfortable, non-slip and durable. It’s like an office worker’s hard-working and professional work attitude.
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[Further Reading]
【Linguo Shoe Dictionary】Cultivate good shoe wearing habits
【Lin Guo Leather Shoes Classroom】 Five tips for picking a good pair of leather shoes!
Lin Guo Leather Shoes Purchase Guide: For novices who buy Lin Guo for the first time
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