Casual Laces
Casual Shoelaces for Sneakers and Everyday Footwear
Casual Laces Guide
Casual Laces by Pear Shoelace
Pear Shoelace creates laces for everyday shoes, sneakers, canvas shoes, and relaxed footwear that need a clean, comfortable finish. Swap out old laces or change your shoe colour to update your style easily without buying new shoes.
Wear these laces with your daily shoes, weekend outfits, school shoes, streetwear, or relaxed footwear. Choose from various shapes, colours, lengths, and aglets to match your shoes, outfit, or style.
Why Choose Casual Laces
Select these laces to make your shoes look cleaner, newer, or more personal. A fresh pair lifts tired sneakers, brightens plain shoes, or matches your footwear to your outfit.
Use these laces daily for practical, comfortable wear. Pick the right shape and length for the best fit. Flat laces give sneakers a neat finish, round laces create a classic look, and elastic or no-tie laces make shoes simple to slip on and off.
Buying Guide for Casual Laces
Pick laces to fit your shoe type. Sneakers and canvas shoes often use flat laces; leather shoes may suit round or waxed laces. Choose neutral colours like white, black, grey, or navy for a simple look, or pick brighter colours to stand out.
Length matters as much as colour or style. Remove and measure your current lace, or count eyelet pairs on your shoes. Use a slightly longer lace for wide shoes or looser lacing.
Types of Casual Laces
Choose flat casual laces for sneakers and canvas shoes for a neat appearance. Pick round casual laces for leather shoes, low-profile sneakers, or when you want an understated style.
Choose waxed laces for a sharper look, cotton laces for softness, elastic laces for convenience, or patterned and novelty laces for personality. Pick your type for a subtle or bold style change.
Custom Casual Laces - Lengths & Aglets
Pick a custom lace length for your shoes and tying style. Use shorter laces for low-profile shoes and fewer eyelets, longer laces for high-top sneakers and wider shoes, or if you prefer larger bows.
Aglets are the small tips on the ends of shoelaces. They stop fraying, make threading easier, and help laces slide through eyelets. Use plastic aglets for daily wear, or metal and coloured aglets for a premium, custom feel.
Casual Laces - Size Guide
Remove your lace and measure its full length. If it ties well and makes the right bow, choose that length or the closest available.
If you can’t measure the lace, count the eyelet pairs on one shoe. Fewer eyelets need shorter laces; more eyelets or wider spacing need longer laces. Choose shorter for a neat look or longer for easier tying and a relaxed bow.
Caring for Casual Laces
Remove laces before cleaning. Hand-wash in cool water with mild detergent, rinse, and air-dry.
Avoid bleach, harsh chemicals, and tumble drying—they damage fibres and colours. Promptly clean dirt from laces, air-dry laces, and replace if damaged or faded.
Frequently Asked Questions - Casual Laces
What are casual laces?
Casual laces are everyday shoelaces made for sneakers, casual shoes and relaxed footwear. They are designed to replace worn laces, refresh the look of your shoes or add a new colour to your daily style. Casual laces can include flat, round, cotton, polyester, waxed, patterned and elastic styles, depending on the shoe and the finish you prefer.
What shoes are casual laces best for?
Casual laces work well for sneakers, canvas shoes, lifestyle shoes, and everyday footwear. They are ideal for those seeking a comfortable lace that offers a clean appearance without being overly formal or sporty. The optimal casual lace depends on the shoe’s eyelets, colour, shape, and preferred fit.
How do I choose the right length for casual laces?
Choose the right casual lace length by matching it to your current lace or by checking how many eyelet pairs your shoes have. If your old laces fit well, remove one and measure it from tip to tip. For a neater fit, choose a similar length; for larger bows or looser styling, go slightly longer.
Are flat or round casual laces better?
Flat casual laces are better for a clean sneaker look, while round casual laces suit a softer or more classic style. Flat laces spread across the shoe and often stay in place well on everyday sneakers. Round laces can feel easier to pull through smaller eyelets and may suit casual leather, canvas or low-profile shoes.
What material is best for casual laces?
The best material for casual laces depends on the look and feel you want. Polyester is durable and easy to care for; cotton gives a softer everyday finish, and waxed laces add a slightly more polished look. For casual shoes worn often, choose a lace that feels flexible, ties securely and suits the shoe’s texture.
What colours work best for casual laces?
The best casual lace colours for everyday wear are white, black, cream, grey, navy, and brown. These colours are easy to match with most sneakers and casual shoes. If you want your footwear to stand out, brighter colours or patterned laces can refresh plain shoes without replacing the pair.
Can casual laces change the look of my shoes?
Casual laces can quickly change the look of your shoes without buying a new pair. A fresh white or cream lace can make sneakers look cleaner, while coloured or patterned laces can add personality. Changing the lace width, shape, or finish can also make the same shoes feel more relaxed, bold or refined.
How tight should casual laces feel?
Casual laces should feel secure without putting pressure across the top of your foot. A good fit keeps the shoe comfortably in place while still allowing natural movement. If the laces feel too tight, loosen the rows evenly from the toe upward rather than only adjusting the bow.
Can I use casual laces for walking shoes?
Casual laces can be used for light walking shoes if the lace length, width and fit are suitable. They are best for everyday wear, errands, travel and relaxed outings rather than high-impact sport. For shoes used heavily, choose a durable lace that ties firmly and does not slip loose during normal walking.
How do I clean casual laces?
Clean casual laces by removing them from the shoes and washing them gently with mild soap and warm water. Let them air dry fully before threading them back through the eyelets. Avoid harsh scrubbing on printed, waxed, or textured laces, as this may affect the finish or shorten the lace's lifespan.