When you want to do something unusual, start by changing your image. At the same time, it is not at all necessary to make an extreme haircut, shave baldly or purchase flashy-colored clothes. In order to please yourself and bring something new to the image, it is enough to change at least one small detail in the wardrobe. Let it be even such an insignificant trifle as the lacing of sneakers. Is it really possible to make her beautiful? And what options for modern lacing are relevant today? Let's talk about it in the article.
The easiest and most famous lacing option
Who would have thought that the classic lacing of sneakers would attract so much attention and be interested not only in ordinary teenagers, but also in famous politicians, celebrities, and other popular personalities. It is not known for certain who exactly came up with the schemes for these "lacing intricacies", only one thing is clear - despite the passing years, they do not lose their former popularity for a minute.
So, the mostsimple, but no less original, is considered the classic or traditional way of lacing sneakers. It is performed very simply and involves crossing the lace along its entire length. The main advantage of such lacing is the simplicity of its execution. Moreover, it is carried out on the upper part of the shoe, therefore, it does not interfere with the movement and does not rub the skin.
How to lace up shoes in European style
In Europe, another beautiful lacing of sneakers is common, which involves passing the lace through two holes at once. A similar original lacing is performed according to the following pattern:
- Take the lace and thread it through the bottom holes on the shoe.
- Bring the ends of the lace out.
- Take one end of the lace and insert it into the next upper hole on the opposite side of the shoe (as with classic criss-cross lacing).
- Take the second end of the lace and instead of the next hole on the other side, enter it through one.
- Go back to the first end and pull it through the next hole (you should get a stitch parallel to the bottom one).
- Repeat the same with the second end.
- Proceed in the same way, using both ends alternately.
As a result, two patterns should be obtained: in front all the stitches will be even, and in the back they will resemble a kind of zigzag ladder. Here we have such a beautiful lacing of sneakers. To be honest, doing it is far from being as easy as it seems, but with regular practice it is not difficult.correct.
How to make straight or rectangular lacing
Among athletes and fitness enthusiasts, a straight or rectangular type of shoe lacing is common. During such weaving, straight stitches arise, each of which is one above the other. To perform lacing, you must perform the following steps:
- Pass the string through the bottom holes (this will stitch on the top, not the bottom).
- Take the end of one piece of string and pull it up to the right.
- Take this tail out of the hole and thread it into the next hole on the left.
- Do the same by analogy, but with the other end and on the opposite side.
- Weave both ends of the lace, moving up the shoe (it is worth acting through one hole).
- Lace up the rest of the product to the very top.
- The last remaining piece of lace must be pulled through the top hole.
Despite the apparent complexity, such lacing of sneakers is done quite quickly. The main thing is dexterity. It gives the shoe a neat and stylish look, but is only suitable for models with an even number of holes.
How to lace with a knot
If you need some cool lacing for your sneakers, try the straight lacing similar to the previous one, but with a little extra knot. As practice shows, such an unusual hidden knot gives the shoe a special appeal. So, how is this lacing option done?
To starttake the string and thread it through the bottom holes. However, on the left side, the lace should be made a little shorter than at the end on the right. Repeat the weaving of the previous straight lacing, but with some innovations. In this case, the left end of the lace should be left not fully laced, and the right end should be completed to the very end.
At the end of weaving, the lacing of sneakers should resemble a ladder. In this case, the ends of the lace must be hidden inside the shoe. Next, you need to tie them into a kind of knot and slightly tighten. It is this knot that can decorate the classic European lacing.
If we talk about the disadvantages of this method of tying shoelaces, we note the slight discomfort that this knot causes when walking. It is possible to slightly smooth out its impact if you tie it not in front, but on the outside of the leg. This option is suitable for shoes with an even number of holes. For example, out of 7 pairs of holes, only six should be laced. It turns out a very original lacing of sneakers. The photo of this weave clearly shows the resulting pattern.
How to lace up sneakers in a sawtooth way
In order to emphasize individuality, use non-standard lacing options for sneakers. One of these methods is "sawtooth" lacing. You need to start this weaving from the lowest rings. It is in them that the lace must be inserted, but always in the direction from the outside to the inside.
In the process, make sure that one side of the lace moves in a horizontaldirection and crossed all the free ringlets in the direction of travel. And the second part of the lace should move obliquely, but with the passage of one free hole.
Perform this unusual shoe lacing by using both parts of the lace alternately. And keep threading the string through the holes until you run out of one of its parts. Next, fix both ends and tie tightly. If desired, the zigzag part of the weave is quite realistic to start up both on the right and on the left side.
How to decorate sneakers with a "lattice"
If you often wear sports shoes, use such fashionable sneaker lacing as "lattice" for it. This option looks quite attractive on sneakers and sneakers of any height. In simple terms, this pattern involves the gradual twisting of the laces at a right angle. In the end, all parts of the lace will create a spectacular mesh that resembles a lattice.
How to weave a lattice pattern
However, such an original way of lacing is only suitable for those shoes that have six or more free holes. This weaving starts from below. First, a lace is threaded into the lower holes. Then the part that is on the left is threaded into the fourth hole from the top. After that, the tail obtained from the lace is moved along the inside of the shoe and threaded into the second hole from the bottom (go back).
Further, the lace is thrown to the opposite side and threaded from above into the fifth hole (we count from the very bottom). We return the lace along the inside of the shoe and thread it into the thirdhole from below. We take out the lace from it and put it on top of the previous oblique stitch, introducing it into the last upper hole from the inside out. By analogy, weaving is performed on the opposite side. The ends of the laces are tied together in a bow or knot (optional).
Which lacing fits high tops
If you have high-top sneakers, it is worth emphasizing their beauty with unusual lacing. For example, weaving "butterfly" is suitable for this, which implies crossing the lace on the outside, as well as pulling it from the inside of the shoe. The principle of weaving with a "butterfly" is as follows:
- Pass the string through the bottom and line it up on both sides.
- Take both equal ends inward.
- Pull the string vertically to the next pair of holes and form a gap in the weave.
- Take the ends of the lace, crossing them together.
- Push the resulting ends through another pair of holes.
- Move higher, crossing and skipping holes.
The result is a pretty nice pattern for high top sneakers or even boots with laces.
How to make a fun knot pattern on sneakers
If you need to do something interesting, lace up with decorative knots. These are usually used on roller skates or ski boots. You can make such a pattern by following the following procedure:
- Enter the lace from the inside of the shoe.
- Pull the ends of the lace out.
- Connect the ends together and tie in a knot.
- Put the ends of the lace under the following holes and pull them out.
- Knot braid and tie knots at each end intersection until you run out of laces.
The end is a nice lacing with single knots in the middle.
Bright and original checkered lacing
One of the most amazing laces is the one that is done in a unique chess style. In order to make such a sequence, follow these instructions:
- Take two pairs of wide colored shoelaces.
- Straight lacing using one color.
- Using the second color, start creating a wavy pattern from bottom to top.
- Wrap second lace around first and lace all the way down.
- Fix the ends of the laces and tuck them in.
This weaving looks very stylish and original. However, it does not tighten the weave as well as we would like. As a result, it is suitable only for those sneakers or sneakers that can be worn without tying laces.
Double reverse lacing
If you like to experiment, then you will definitely like the multi-colored double lacing with a reverse pattern. Interestingly, in this case, not only the weaving itself looks spectacular, but also allows you to create an additional element.from the ends of the lace in the form of a large bow.
To work, you will need two pairs of laces of different colors. Start weaving in one color, threading the lace through the lowest holes on the shoe. Next, turn the work cord over crosswise and, after passing a couple of holes, insert the free ends into the following holes. Move higher. And do not forget to skip one pair of holes at a time.
In the second step, take a different color of lace and follow the same path, but start moving from the second pair of holes (they should remain free and without the previous lace). When the ends of one lace meet the other, they can be tied into a large and spectacular bow. The result is a very unusual, bright and beautiful weaving. It is perfect not only for low tops and sneakers, but also for high boots and other sports shoes.
Some tips for beginners
If you have never used different types of weaves, please be patient. It's like with a child who, for the first time in his life, decided to learn how to tie his shoelaces. Be prepared for the fact that a beautiful pattern will not turn out right away.
The second important point is to follow the instructions. Look at the photo and follow the sequence indicated in the weaving instructions. With each stitch, try to align the ends of the lace and support them with your free fingers so they don't get in the way or tangle.
When using two-color laces, pay attention to the combination of the selected shades. For example, red goes well with white, black and evenorange. Blue - with snow-white, pale blue, emerald and purple. Pink - with red or white.
Tighten the lacing slightly as you work and tighten if necessary. Otherwise, you risk getting too loose shoes that will fall off your foot.
