Licorice Laces – Glossy Black Waxed Shoelaces (100g)

Description

Licorice Laces – the glossy black waxed laces that look good enough to eat (please don’t!).

Every now and then a product makes us smile, and these are it. Our Licorice Laces are glossy black waxed shoelaces that look remarkably like little sticks of licorice. They are a proper part of our lace collection, and they are as practical as they are fun. The wax coating gives them a lovely deep shine, a smart finish and a touch of water resistance.

Here is the nice detail: our licorice laces are made with beeswax and carnauba wax – the very same waxes you will find in the best shoe creams. That is exactly what gives them their glossy, hard-wearing finish. They will not taste of anything, mind you, so keep them for your shoes rather than your sweet tin!

Beyond the smile they bring, these are a properly good lace. The wax coating does the same job it does in a tin of shoe cream: it feeds and protects the cotton fibres, helps repel light rain and gives that smart, slightly glossy look that suits leather shoes and boots so well. They hold a knot far better than a dry, unwaxed lace, so you spend less of your day stopping to re-tie them.

Why choose our licorice laces?

• Deep glossy finish: the wax coating gives these black laces a rich shine that smartens up any shoe or boot.
• Quality waxes: made with beeswax and carnauba wax, the same premium waxes used in fine shoe creams.
• Water-resistant: the wax helps the laces shrug off light moisture and stay looking neat.
• Hard-wearing: the coating protects the fibres so the laces resist fraying and last well.
• A little bit of fun: a charming, glossy black lace that is a genuine talking point – and brilliant value.
• Holds a knot: the waxed finish grips well, so your laces stay tied through the day – ideal for boots.

How to use your licorice laces

1. Remove your old laces and keep the new pair flat to avoid kinks.
2. Thread the laces evenly, starting from the bottom eyelets and working up.
3. Even out both ends so the lengths match before you tie.
4. Tie as usual – the waxed finish holds a knot beautifully.

Haico’s tip: waxed laces stay knotted better than ordinary ones, which makes them ideal for boots and smart shoes. If a lace ever feels stiff in the cold, just warm it briefly in your hands and it will soften right up. Store the pack somewhere cool and dry between uses and the wax finish will stay glossy and supple.

Specifications

• Type: waxed shoelaces
• Colour: glossy black
• Coating: beeswax and carnauba wax
• Contents: 100g pack
• Brand: Slitesterk

Frequently asked questions

Are these laces actually made of licorice?
No – the name is just a bit of fun. They are glossy black waxed shoelaces that happen to look like licorice sticks, coated in beeswax and carnauba wax. They are for your shoes, not your sweet tin!

What shoes do waxed laces suit best?
They are perfect for smart shoes, brogues and boots, where the glossy finish looks sharp and the wax helps the knot stay tied all day.

What length and how are they supplied?
They are supplied by weight in a 100g pack of glossy black waxed cotton lace, ready to trim and thread to suit your shoes or boots. Simply cut to your preferred length and seal the ends.

Where can I buy licorice laces in the UK?
You can order our licorice laces directly from Shoespecialist.co.uk. We offer free delivery on orders over £50, same-day dispatch when you order before 5pm, and a 60-day return policy.