June 13, 2022

Two Premium Shoelaces for Your Dress Shoes

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From our shop's collection, we introduce two premium shoelaces recommended for high-quality dress shoes.

  • For those who want premium shoelaces worthy of their luxury dress shoes.
  • For those looking for something beyond ordinary waxed cotton laces.

If this sounds like you, we hope you'll find this guide helpful.

Premium Dress Shoelace 1: "Stay-Tied Waxed Cotton Shoelaces"

Premium Dress Shoelace 1: 'Stay-Tied Waxed Cotton Shoelaces'
Material Cotton
Finish Waxed (Infused Type)
Colors Available Black, Dark Brown
Length Custom order available up to 200cm in 1cm increments
Price From ¥1,430

A Different Waxing Process for a Stay-Tied, Durable Finish

Standard waxed shoelaces are processed by applying a surface coat of paraffin wax.

While this finish provides a beautiful sheen and enhances color, the wax can wear off as the laces are threaded and tied, causing the gloss to fade and the fibers to fray.

Additionally, the smooth wax surface can make new laces prone to coming untied until they are broken in.

In short, there's a trade-off: you get a beautiful sheen and color, but the laces are slippery at first and will eventually lose their luster with use.

Unlike standard waxed laces, the "Stay-Tied Waxed Cotton Shoelaces" we're introducing today are processed by infusing a special blend of wax and oil deep into the core of the lace.

While this results in a more subdued sheen and color, it offers two key advantages:

  • A tacky surface that keeps laces securely tied.
  • High durability and resistance to fraying.

Frayed shoelaces can detract from the look of even the finest shoes. Why not choose a shoelace that's designed to resist fraying from the start?

Thin Stay-Tied Waxed Cotton Round Shoelaces 2/25ʺ(2.2mm)
MONDSHOELACE

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Premium Dress Shoelace 2: "Silk-like Kimono Shoelaces"

Premium Dress Shoelace 2: 'Silk-like Kimono Shoelaces'
Material Polyester
Finish None
Colors Available Black, Dark Brown
Length Custom order available up to 200cm in 1cm increments
Price From ¥2,420

Made by a Historic Braid-Maker of Kimono Sashes

These laces are crafted by a historic braid-maker that produces artisanal goods like kimono sashes (obijime).

Creating this product requires the delicate work of braiding fine threads. Though machine-assisted, the process involves a great deal of hands-on work by skilled artisans, resulting in a lace rich with expert craftsmanship.

Featuring a Special Polyester that Replicates Silk

The material is a polyester that replicates the fiber structure of silk, providing "durability" and "water resistance" that natural silk lacks.

It's also used in washable kimonos and possesses a beautiful sheen just like real silk.

These unique, artisanal shoelaces offer a feeling of special occasion and will give your luxury dress shoes an even more refined, elegant look.

Silk-like Kimono Flat Shoelaces 7/50ʺ(3.5mm)
MONDSHOELACE

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Elevate the Look with Metal Aglets

MONDSHOELACE shoelaces feature metal aglets.

Not only do they provide a more luxurious look, but unlike plastic tips, they are also far more resistant to peeling and damage.

In addition to the two styles introduced above, we carry a wide variety of other shoelaces. If you're interested, please take a look at our full product list.

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