Womens shoes with laces often go unnoticed, yet having the appropriate shoestrings can bring any shoe to life. Learn the simple shoelace knot kids learn and additional techniques such as the Runner’s Loop and Window Lacing that relieve pressure points while securely holding shoes in place.
Better Comfort and Support
Womens shoes with laces provide greater support and stability than slip-on sneakers for women, helping reduce foot pain caused by slipping or twisting when walking, running or playing sports. This extra support also reduces foot odour caused by moisture build-up inside your shoe as you use it daily.
Lacing patterns can have an enormous effect on shoe fit and comfort. Tying your laces differently can help alleviate plantar fasciitis symptoms; improper fitting shoes can put additional pressure on both heels and arches of feet, causing pain, aggravation or worse.
Some lacing techniques can make shoes more comfortable, such as the runner’s loop that secures shoes without untying and window lacing that reduces pressure on top of the foot. You can test these lacing tricks out with lightweight sneakers or classic oxfords for everyday wear – once completed, use a pull test on the knot you tied and check it perpendicular with each bow – this indicates it has secured enough to wear without worry.
Greater Adjustability
Laces offer more adjustability than zippers or Velcro to help find the ideal fit for your foot and reduce friction and discomfort, especially if you have corns on your toes, high instep or hammer toes.
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Reduced Risk of Injuries
Modifications in shoe lacing techniques may help with common shoe fit issues such as wide forefoot or narrow heel fit issues and may prevent the formation of lace bites.
Lace bit can be an issue for runners and other athletes who require snug yet supportive footwear, as it can cause rubbing and pain around ankles and toes and reduce the range of motion, leading to blisters.
Ice therapy and anti-inflammatory medication may help treat lace bites. Shoe or skate padding may also provide relief.
If your treatments and prevention measures have failed to bring relief, contact a primary care doctor or sports medicine doctor who may recommend additional options based on your health history and foot structure. Untied laces can trip you up, leading to severe injuries – as was seen with one Belmont boy last year who needed hospital treatment after breaking his shoulder while playing soccer on a trampoline! Industrial workplaces pose a particular danger as untied laces can get caught on machinery or equipment or catch on seemingly harmless work surfaces and cause injury.
Stylish Design
Womens shoes with laces add sophistication and style to any ensemble. Choose between classic Oxfords or boots, lightweight sneakers for casual looks or lightweight styles that feature laces.
Lacing patterns are an exciting way to express your creativity. One such lace pattern, Loop-Back Lacing, involves threading the lace through an eyelet directly below and pulling it through to form a half knot before crossing over and into another lower eyelet before repeating this sequence until reaching your top eyelet and tying your desired knot.
Wide feet may benefit from using a box lacing pattern with cross lacing to stay secure while wearing their shoes, while skipping every other set of eyelets to create an open lacing pattern will allow more toe space for toes and forefoot space. BIRKENSTOCK’s wide selection of lace-up styles will enable you to find shoes to suit every occasion with guaranteed fit and comfort.
