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Shoe Lacing Methods
Whilst mathematics tells us that there are more than2 Trillion Methods of feeding a lace through the six pairs of eyelets on an average shoe, this section presents a (somewhat more realistic) typical cross-section of traditional and alternative lacing methods that I've either found or created or that have been sent to me by web site visitors.
The selection is limited to those methods that are widely used, have a particular feature or benefit, or that I just like the look of. Stay tuned - the list is stillgrowing!
34 Different Ways To Lace Shoes
My diagrams are all drawn as though looking from the front of the shoe, such that the lower part of the lacing is at the bottom of the diagram, and are colour-coded to make it easier to follow where the lace runs. Generally, the start of the lacing is grey, whilst the lace end that starts on the left side is blue and the end that starts on the right side is yellow. For colour-blind visitors, Blue=Dark=Left, Yellow=Light=Right.
Criss Cross Lacing
This is probably the most common method of lacing normal shoes and boots. The laces simply criss-cross as they work their way up the shoe. FEATURES:
Traditional look
Simple to lace
Comfortable
Corrugates shoe
Over Under Lacing
A variation ofCriss Cross Lacing that alternates between running over and then under. It's my own preferred method for most of my shoes & sneakers. FEATURES:
Ian's favourite!
Decorative look
Faster & easier
Less wear & tear
Straight (European) Lacing
This traditional method of Straight Lacing appears to be more common in Europe. The laces run straight across pairs of eyelets and diagonally underneath. FEATURES:
Neat on top
Messy underneath
Shortens ends
Straight (Bar) Lacing
Often referred to as "Fashion Lacing" or "Lydiard Lacing", this variation of Straight Lacing eliminates the underlying diagonals, which looks neater plus relieves pressure on the top ridge of the foot. FEATURES:
Comfortable
Even = Neat look
Odd = Messy look
Lengthens ends
Straight (Easy) Lacing
This is a simplified variation ofStraight (Bar) Lacing where one end runs straight from bottom to top whilst the other end steps through the eyelets. FEATURES:
Even = Neat look
Odd = Messy look
End lengths shift
Lengthens ends
Hiking / Biking Lacing
An inside-out version ofStraight (Bar) Lacing, which distributes pressure evenly plus keeps the knots & ends to the side, away from either snagging undergrowth or from bicycle chains & cranks. FEATURES:
Evens out pressure
Reduces snagging
Messy look
Lengthens ends
Sawtooth Lacing
This variation of Straight Lacing has all of the angled underlying sections pulling the same way, which shifts the sides of the shoe out of alignment. May also correct an otherwise ill-fitting shoe. FEATURES:
Easier to tighten
Mis-aligns sides
Modifies fit
Lengthens ends
Shoe Shop Lacing
Commonly seen in shoe shops because many new shoes come pre-laced this way from the factory, this method is another easy way of Straight Lacing. FEATURES:
Easy to lace
End lengths shift
Shortens ends
Display Shoe Lacing
Shoe stores often use this reversed version ofCriss Cross Lacing on their display shoes in order to end up with the lace ends neatly tucked away inside. FEATURES:
Tidy look
Easier to loosen
Harder to tighten
Ladder Lacing
This distinctive lacing, which looks just like a ladder, is also useful for "shortening" long lace ends. U.S. paratroopers and ceremonial guard units wear jump boots with white ladder lacing. FEATURES:
Distinctive look
Stays very tight
Harder to tighten
Shortens ends
Spider Web Lacing
Another decorative lacing method used on military boots, which is likeLadder Lacing running at an angle, creating a woven web of shoelace. FEATURES:
Decorative look
Firm & tight
Harder to tighten
Shortens ends
Double Back Lacing
Although terribly awkward to tighten, this method looks interesting, holds very firmly, and can also be used if you're desperate to shorten long lace ends. FEATURES:
Stays very tight
Terribly awkward
Shortens ends
Bow Tie Lacing
So named because the outline resembles the shape of a bow-tie, this method makes the most efficient use of lace and thus is useful for "lengthening" short lace ends. FEATURES:
Minimal look
Comfort "zones"
Loose fit
Lengthens ends
Army Lacing
This inside-out version ofBow Tie Lacing is used by the British, Dutch, French and Brazilian armies (and possibly others). With the crossovers on the inside, the sides of the combat boots can flex more easily. FEATURES:
Allows more flex
Harder to tighten
Lengthens ends
Train Track Lacing - NEW!
Like a condensedArmy Lacing with the underlying segments running straight across, the result looks like train tracks, and holds very tight because of the doubled laces through eyelets. FEATURES:
Neat look
Holds very tight
Harder to tighten
Shortens ends
Double Helix Lacing
This method was invented and patented by Monte Fisher for faster lacing of boots. The laces run in a double helix, angled one way on the outside and the other way on the inside. FEATURES:
Decorative look
Fast & easy
Less wear & tear
Double Cross Lacing
This blend ofOver Under Lacing andHash Lacing creates overlapping "crosses", which can also be woven into the most intricate "macrame". FEATURES:
Decorative look
Harder to tighten
Shortens ends
Can lengthen ends
Hash Lacing
When used on modern boots and sneakers with a wide gap and many eyelets, the result resembles a diagonal series of hash "#" symbols. FEATURES:
Decorative look
Harder to tighten
Lengthens ends
Lattice Lacing
Great for boots and sneakers with a wide gap, this very popular method forms a neat woven lattice in the middle of the lacing. FEATURES:
Very popular!
Decorative look
Harder to tighten
Shortens ends
Zipper Lacing
Though awkward to tighten, this lacing holds very firmly, making it great for lacing skates tightly. It also looks interesting, a bit like a giant zipper. FEATURES:
Decorative look
Holds very firmly
Harder to tighten
Shortens ends
Riding Boot Lacing
Often referred to as "Bal-Lacing", this method is meant for riding boots (motorbike or equestrian) in which the part that is tightened and loosened is at the middle of the boot (near the ankle). FEATURES:
Neat look
Unusual layout
Special purpose
Shortens ends
One Handed Lacing
As an alternative to theOne Handed Shoelace Knot, this way of lacing eliminates the need to even tie a knot by leaving one end loose. FEATURES:
Disabled use
Surprisingly easy
Loose fit
Lengthens end
Segmented Lacing
This variation divides the lacing into two or more "segments", each of which can be laced up as tightly or loosely as necessary to achieve a comfortable yet secure fit for "difficult" shoes or feet. FEATURES:
Customizable
Many uses
Messy look
Knotted Segment Lacing
A more attractive though less flexible variation ofSegmented Lacing in which a knot makes the lower segment of shoelace permanently tighter or looser. FEATURES:
Customizable
Many uses
Harder to get off
Shortens ends
Hidden Knot Lacing
By hiding the knot underneath, the result is an uninterrupted series of straight "bars" that looks particularly distinctive on dress shoes or sneakers alike. FEATURES:
Distinctive look
Tricky to tie knot
Slight discomfort
Lengthens ends
Bi-Colour Lacing
Here's one way of lacing to end up with two different colours alternating up the shoe. Two shoelaces are cut and joined, then laced as perStraight (Bar) Lacing. FEATURES:
Decorative look
Work required
Slight discomfort
Lengthens ends
Double Lacing
Another way of ending up with two colours is to interweave two laces up the shoe, ending up with four lace ends, which can then be tied creatively. FEATURES:
Decorative look
Creative options
Needs new laces
Checkerboard Lacing
This interwoven lacing forms an attractive two-colour checkerboard pattern that looks fantastic on today's wide fronted sneakers. FEATURES:
Most popular!
Decorative look
Slip-on or off
Loose fit
Loop Back Lacing
Each side loops back on itself down the middle, rather like when two springs become intertwined. However, those loop-backs tend to shift off-centre. FEATURES:
Decorative look
Laces wear more
Centreline shifts
Shortens ends
Knotted Lacing
Adding an overhand knot at each crossover increases friction and keeps the lacing much firmer. Ideal for tightening ice skates, rollerblades, etc. FEATURES:
Keeps lacing tight
Assists tightening
Harder to loosen
Shortens ends
Twistie Lacing
Like a combination ofLoop Back andKnotted Lacing, the laces are twisted together with a vertical overhand knot at each crossover before continuing to the other side. FEATURES:
Decorative look
Keeps lacing tight
Harder to loosen
Shortens ends
Roman Lacing
Alternating X-I-X-I on top of the shoe, which looks a little like Roman numerals. It's most effective on dress shoes where the sides of the shoe meet in the middle. FEATURES:
Decorative look
Suits dress shoes
Harder to tighten
Lengthens ends
Footbag Lacing
Footbag players use this lacing to open up the front of their shoes, making it easier to catch or otherwise control the footbag (or "Hacky Sack"). FEATURES:
Suits Footbag
Less binding
Distorts shoes
Lengthens ends
Lock Lacing
Also referred to as "Lace Locks" or "Runner's Tie", this is not a lacing method as much as a technique for creating a super-tight finish. It's often recommended to help reduce slippage in running or climbing shoes. FEATURES:
Tightens firmly
Reduces slippage
Harder to loosen
Shortens ends
For shoes with lugs instead of eyelets, see theLug Lacing Methods

Still To Come...
Want MORE lacing methods? I always have a backlog of styles that need to be added. Each one needs to have a diagram drawn, a photo taken, a page created, a description written, links created from other parts of the site, a length formula developed for the Lacing Lengths page, plus code programmed in the Lacing Ratings, Shoelace Polls and Statistics pages. It's a lot of work, so please be patient!
Of course, if you're keen to be the first on your block with the freshest styles, check out Ian's book,Laces. It contains a bunch of lacing methods that haven't yet been added to the site, some of which are amazingly intricate. There's Asterisk, Corset, Double Sided, Hexagram, Lightning, Lug Bar, Pentagram, Star, Starburst, Supernova, Woven and Zig Zag. Plus, you'll be supporting Ian, which is like buying a CD from your favorite musician.
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