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How do you tie the laces of brogues? I look like a nursery school child has done it for me.

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PrivateBenjamin · 02/11/2014 14:12

So, basically the title. I bought some brogues to wear for work but I don't know how to tie them without a massive bow in a double knot. I'm pretty sure they should be like this picture, but how does it work? Do they not slip off if they're just tucked in and not tied? I feel like I'm missing something important regarding lacing shoes.

Any help very appreciated!

How do you tie the laces of brogues? I look like a nursery school child has done it for me.
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burnishedsilver · 02/11/2014 15:41

Are the laves too stiff? Perhaps if you replace them with a softer lace the bow won't be as pronounced.

PrivateBenjamin · 02/11/2014 19:09

So am I supposed to tie the laces in a bow? I thought they should be like the picture when you're wearing them, maybe not though. The laces are a little bit stiff I will find some new ones. Thank you!

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Whereisegg · 02/11/2014 19:13

Elasticated laces so you can knot them underneath and slip them on and off?

PrivateBenjamin · 02/11/2014 19:34

I looked at the elasticated laces but they seem to be more for sporty shoes, then I found this website with a diagram of how to tie hidden knot laces . I practiced at home and it works! I can now go to work looking smart and not like Noddy. Thanks guys Grin

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Whereisegg · 02/11/2014 19:45

"Ian's shoelace site".
Do we think he's single? Grin

saintsandpoets · 02/11/2014 19:47

Poor Ian

Whereisegg · 02/11/2014 19:49

He'll always have his laces Smile

Whereisegg · 02/11/2014 19:53

He has an Ian Knot, The World's Fastest Knot.

I take it all back.

PrivateBenjamin · 02/11/2014 19:54

He even has a section on how to tie your laces with CIA style covert signalling . What a hero.

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Whereisegg · 02/11/2014 19:55

What a man!

Whereisegg · 02/11/2014 20:10

His fb page is very neglected Sad

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