Choosing a lace starts with just two numbers: length and width. The length depends on the number of eyelet pairs on your shoe, and the width depends on the series the lace comes from. We've put together the two tables you need to choose correctly, and at the end, the quick way to replace an existing lace with an exact match. Looking for a recommendation for a specific shoe model? Go to Shoelaces by Shoe Model, where you'll find the recommended length and type for Nike Air Force 1, Jordan, Converse All Star, Vans, Dr. Martens and more.
Choosing length by number of eyelet pairs
Count the eyelet pairs on one shoe, meaning the number of rows the lace passes through, not the total number of eyelets on both sides. Then find the matching row in the table. If you are between two sizes, it is best to choose the longer one.
| Lace length | Eyelet pairs | Suits | Shop category |
|---|---|---|---|
| 70 cm | 2 to 4 | Toddlers and kids | 70 cm laces |
| 80 cm | 3 to 4 | Kids, teens and low-top shoes | 80 cm laces |
| 90 cm | 3 to 5 | Kids, teens and low-top shoes | 90 cm laces |
| 100 cm | 4 to 5 | Kids, teens and low-top shoes | Narrow laces 100 to 140 cm |
| 110 cm | 4 to 6 | Kids, teens and low-top shoes | Laces 110 to 120 cm |
| 115 cm | 4 to 6 | Low-top and regular shoes | Round laces for hiking boots |
| 120 cm | 5 to 6 | Regular shoes | 120 cm laces |
| 130 cm | 5 to 7 | Regular shoes | Laces 130 to 150 cm |
| 140 cm | 6 to 8 | Regular and high-top shoes | Narrow laces 100 to 140 cm |
| 150 cm | 7 to 9 | High-top shoes and boots | Army and tactical laces 150 cm |
| 180 cm | 8 to 9 | High-top shoes and boots | Army and tactical laces 180 cm |
| 210 cm | 9 to 11 | High-top shoes and boots | Army and tactical laces 210 cm |
- Pull one lace out of the shoe and lay it straight on a flat surface.
- Measure the length in centimeters from end to end, including the hard tips.
- Measure the width in millimeters at the middle of the lace.
- Order the same size, and you get an identical replacement with no guesswork.
Choosing width by series
Width affects the look of a shoe as much as color does. A wide lace fills the shoe and creates a bold look; a narrow lace creates a clean, minimal look. The width should also fit the eyelets, since a lace that is too wide will have trouble passing through a small eyelet. These are the widths of the series we sell.
| Series | Width | Type | Shop category |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fatties | 25 mm | Extra wide flat | View category |
| Flatties | 10 mm | Classic flat | View category |
| Printies | 10 mm | Printed flat | View category |
| Magnies | 10 mm | Metallic flat | View category |
| Clubbies | 10 mm | Flat | View category |
| Velvies | 10 mm | Velvet | View category |
| Smallies | 8 mm | Narrow flat | View category |
| Slimmies | 8 mm | Narrow flat | View category |
| Silkies | 7 mm | Silk satin | View category |
| Pastel | 7 mm | Flat in pastel shades | View category |
| Skinnies | 6 mm | Very narrow flat | View category |
| Ropies | 5.5 mm | Round | View category |
| Roundies | 5 mm | Round | View category |
| Waxies | 5 mm | Waxed | View category |
| Runnies | 3 to 7 mm | Round and flat for running | View category |
| Hikies | 4 to 9 mm | Round for outdoor and hiking | View category |
| Hillies | 4 mm | Round for Dr. Martens | View category |
| Goalies | 4 to 6 mm | For football boots | View category |
| Leather | 2 to 3 mm | Round leather | View category |