How to update your sneakers? Laces, lacing methods, and style ideas

Sometimes, a completely new shoe look doesn't require a new pair of shoes. One of the smallest details of sneakers – laces – can noticeably change their appearance in just a few minutes.

White sneakers with white laces can look classic and minimalist. The same shoes with bright, animal print, or multi-colored laces can become the main accent of the entire outfit.

This is why sneaker personalization is becoming an increasingly interesting part of street fashion. Instead of changing the shoes themselves, you can change one detail – the laces.

How to simply update old sneakers?

If your sneakers are still comfortable and in good condition, but you're tired of their look, start with the simplest thing: clean your shoes thoroughly and replace the old laces.

New sneaker laces can change not only the color but also the entire character of the shoes.

Want a subtle result? Choose neutral laces or ones close to the shoe's color.

Want your shoes to stand out? Try a contrasting color, animal print, glittery, or reflective laces.

Want even more individuality? Change the lacing method itself.

Sneaker personalization – when shoes become part of your style

Sneakers have long ceased to be just practical footwear. They have become one of the most important elements of everyday style.

The problem is that the most popular sneaker models are worn by thousands of people.

This is where personalization begins.

Instead of a new pair of shoes, you can change the laces, their colors, patterns, or even use different laces in one pair.

This is a simple way to make mass-produced shoes more "yours."

What laces look most interesting now?

Animal print laces

Leopard, zebra, or snake print works great when the sneakers themselves are quite neutral.

White or black shoes become a backdrop, and the laces become the main accent.

The combination is especially interesting when the rest of the outfit is minimalistic, and the shoes get one brighter detail.

Colored shoelaces

Sometimes, just one good color is enough.

Bright purple, pink, orange, green, or blue laces can completely change the look of white, black, or grey sneakers.

Another idea is to match the color of the laces not to the shoes themselves, but to another detail of the outfit: a hat, handbag, jacket, or even socks.

This makes the whole outfit look more thought-out.

You can find our colorful shoelace collection here.

Different laces in one pair of shoes

Who said both shoes have to be the same?

One shoe can use one color of lace, and the other can use a different color. You can also combine two similar patterns.

This is one of the simplest ways to create an asymmetric, playful sneaker look.

If you want something more subtle, choose two close colors. If you want the shoes to immediately catch the eye – choose contrast.

Reflective shoelaces

Reflective laces have another interesting feature – their appearance can change depending on the light.

During the day, they can look like ordinary colored laces, but when illuminated in the dark, they reflect light.

Therefore, it is not only a style detail but also an additional element of visibility in the dark.