Alright, let’s talk about them fancy shoes, the Air Force 1s. You know, the ones all the young folks are wearin’. I hear tell you wanna know how to lace ’em up good, so listen up, ’cause I’m gonna tell ya. It ain’t rocket science, but there’s a few ways to do it, depends on what you like, I reckon.
First off, you gotta get yourself some laces. Now, the ones that come with the shoes are fine and dandy, but you can get all sorts of colors and whatnot, if you’re feelin’ fancy. Once you got your laces, make sure them shoes are clean, or at least not too muddy. Nobody wants to be messin’ with dirty shoes, am I right?
The Easy Way (Standard Lacing)
This here is the way most folks do it, the regular way. You take one end of the lace and shove it through that bottom hole on one side, from the inside out. Do the same thing on the other side. See? Easy peasy. Now, you just cross ’em over, like you’re makin’ an X, and stick each end through the next hole up. Keep doin’ that, criss-crossin’ and pullin’ ’em through, until you get to the top. That’s it. You tie ’em in a bow, and you’re good to go. This way is good ’cause it’s simple and it holds them shoes on tight. If you want something stronger, use thicker laces, but the pattern’s the same.
The Straight Bar Lacing
Now, if you wanna be a bit different, you can try this one. It looks kinda neat, all straight and tidy. You start the same way as before, puttin’ the laces through the bottom holes. But this time, instead of criss-crossin’, you go straight up on the inside. So, if your lace is comin’ out the bottom left hole, you put it straight up into the next hole above it on the inside of the shoe. Then, you take the other lace and go across the shoe, horizontally, on the outside. Put it through the opposite eyelet and then put it up into the next hole on the same side on the inside of the shoe. That’s it. Keep goin’ like that, one straight up and one across, all the way to the top. It’s a bit trickier, but it looks mighty fine once you get the hang of it. It’s a little looser than the criss-cross, so maybe not for runnin’ around in.
The Ladder Lacing
This here is a fancy one, looks like little ladders goin’ up your shoes. It takes a bit more time, but it’s worth it if you wanna show off. Same start, laces through the bottom holes. Then, you bring both laces up on the inside, skip a hole, and come out the next one up. So, you got laces comin’ out two holes up, with an empty hole between them. Now, you cross the laces, just like the easy way, but you go under those straight parts you made before. You thread the opposite lace under the part that’s straight across. It’s like you’re weavin’ a little basket. Then, you go up on the inside again, skip a hole, and come out the next one. Cross ’em under, and keep goin’ like that, all the way up. It makes a real pretty pattern, but don’t be in a hurry, ’cause it takes a bit of fiddlin’.
Lacing for Loose Fit or Wide Feet
Now, some folks got wide feet, or maybe you just like your shoes a little looser. There’s a way to lace ’em up for that too. You start the same, laces through the bottom holes. But then, instead of criss-crossin’ every time, you skip a set of holes every now and then. So, you might criss-cross for a couple of holes, then skip the next set and go straight up, then criss-cross again. It makes the shoes feel a bit roomier, which can be real nice if your feet are tired or swollen. It ain’t rocket science, just leave a bit more space between the laces here and there. You’ll feel the difference.
Other Fancy Ways to Lace Your Air Force 1s
- Diamond Lacing: This one makes little diamond shapes on your shoes. It’s real pretty, but I ain’t gonna lie, it’s a bit complicated. You gotta cross the laces and then tuck them under in a special way. Maybe look up a picture, if you’re feelin’ adventurous.
- Zipper Lacing: This one looks like a zipper goin’ up your shoe. It’s pretty cool and not as hard as it sounds. You make loops and then pull the laces through those loops. Again, a picture is worth a thousand words.
- Sawtooth Lacing: This one looks like little saw teeth running up the shoes. It’s a bit different, and kinda modern looking. I don’t rightly know how to do it but it’s something the youngsters seem to like.
Tips and Tricks for Lacing Air Force 1s
No matter how you lace ’em, there’s a few things to keep in mind. First off, don’t pull the laces too tight, unless you want your feet to hurt. You wanna be comfortable, right? Second, make sure the laces are even on both sides, so your shoes don’t look all wonky. And third, don’t be afraid to experiment. There’s all sorts of ways to lace shoes, and you might just come up with your own special way. And one more thing, you can change your laces to match your clothes if you are a mind to. I’ve seen folks with pink laces and blue laces. To each their own I say.
Keeping Your Laces Clean
Now laces get dirty, that’s just life. But you can clean ‘em. Just take ‘em out of your shoes and wash ‘em with a little soap and water. Let ‘em dry, and they’ll be good as new. Or you can buy new ones, they don’t cost an arm and a leg. It’s up to you.
So there you have it, a few ways to lace up them Air Force 1s. It ain’t hard, just takes a little practice. And remember, the most important thing is that your shoes feel good on your feet. Don’t be worryin’ too much about what other folks think, you do what feels right for you. Now go on and lace up them shoes and get to steppin’!
