Nice compilation of shoelace styles I came up recently. Looks like the Ian man’s completely into tying shoes.

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 diagram 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 diagram Over Under Lacing
A variation of Criss 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 diagram 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 diagram 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 diagram Straight (Easy) Lacing
This is a simplified variation of Straight (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 diagram Hiking / Biking Lacing
An inside-out version of Straight (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 diagram 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 diagram 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 diagram Display Shoe Lacing
Shoe stores often use this reversed version of Criss 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 diagram 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 diagram Spider Web Lacing
Another decorative lacing method used on military boots, which is like Ladder Lacing running at an angle, creating a woven web of shoelace.
FEATURES:

Decorative look
Firm & tight
Harder to tighten
Shortens ends

Double Back Lacing diagram 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 diagram 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 diagram Army Lacing
This inside-out version of Bow 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 diagram Train Track Lacing - NEW!
Like a condensed Army 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 diagram 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 diagram Double Cross Lacing
This blend of Over Under Lacing and Hash Lacing creates overlapping “crosses”, which can also be woven into the most intricate “macrame”.
FEATURES:

Decorative look
Harder to tighten
Can lengthen ends
Can shorten ends

Hash Lacing diagram 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 diagram 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 diagram 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 diagram 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 diagram One Handed Lacing
As an alternative to the One 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 diagram 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
Lengthens ends

Knotted Segment Lacing diagram Knotted Segment Lacing
A more attractive though less flexible variation of Segmented 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 diagram 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 diagram 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 per Straight (Bar) Lacing.
FEATURES:

Decorative look

Work required

Slight discomfort

Lengthens ends

Double Lacing diagram 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
Lengthens ends

Checkerboard Lacing diagram 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 diagram 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 diagram 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 diagram Twistie Lacing
Like a combination of Loop Back and Knotted 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 diagram 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 diagram 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 diagram 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

A pleasure to see a site dedicated to something so seemingly menial.

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