Description
Light Brown Waxed Round Shoelaces (90 cm) – the smart, water-resistant lace for good brown leather shoes
Waxed round laces are the mark of a properly finished dress shoe, and this light brown pair from Barth is the one I put on my own brogues. The wax coating gives them a subtle sheen, helps them shrug off light rain and stops them working loose through the day. At 90 cm they suit brogues, Oxfords and Derbies with five to six pairs of eyelets, and they arrive as a pair.
Why choose these light brown waxed round shoelaces?
- Waxed cotton finish that resists light rain and grime, so your laces stay smart as long as your shoes do.
- Stays tied – the waxed surface grips itself, so knots hold firm from morning to evening.
- Round profile, the traditional and most formal choice for brogues, Oxfords and Derbies.
- A warm light brown that flatters tan and mid-brown leather beautifully.
- Barth German quality with a dense, even braid that will not fray at the eyelets.
How to use them
- Remove the old laces and buff the eyelets clean.
- Thread each end through the lowest eyelets, keeping the sides even.
- Lace upward – a straight-bar pattern is the classic formal look for round waxed laces.
- Even up the ends and tie; the wax helps the bow stay put all day.
Specifications
- Colour: Light brown
- Length: 90 cm
- Type: Round, waxed
- Material: Waxed cotton braid, German-made
- Supplied as: One pair (2 laces)
- Brand: Barth
- Best for: Brogues, Oxfords and Derbies with 5–6 eyelet pairs
A word on Barth quality
Every lace I sell in this range is made by Barth in Bavaria, Germany – a family firm that has been braiding shoelaces for four generations. That kind of experience shows. The weave is dense and even, the colour is properly set so it will not bleed onto your shoes, and the tips (the aglets) are bonded so they will not fray after a fortnight. Barth make laces for everything from the finest dress shoes to serious walking boots, and they braid to the same standard whichever end of the range you buy from. I stock them because, quite simply, I have not found a lace that lasts longer – and when a customer tells me a set has outlived the shoes, I am not the least bit surprised.
Looking after them
Waxed laces ask very little of you. Wipe them with a dry cloth now and then to lift off dust, and steer clear of washing – water strips the wax that makes them special. Treated gently, they hold their sheen and their grip for years rather than months.
Frequently asked questions
What are waxed laces best for?
Waxed round laces are the traditional choice for formal leather shoes – brogues, Oxfords and Derbies. The wax adds a smart sheen, helps repel water and keeps knots from slipping.
How do I care for waxed laces?
Simply wipe them with a dry cloth. Avoid washing, as that strips the wax; treated gently they keep their finish for a long time.
Where can I buy light brown waxed round shoelaces in the UK?
You can order light brown waxed round shoelaces 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.
Not sure whether this length or shade is right for your shoes? That is exactly what I am here for – drop me a message before you order and I will happily point you to the correct lace. And if you do get it wrong, it is no bother at all: you have a full 60 days to swap or send them back. I want you to end up with laces you are genuinely pleased with.
Order before 5pm and we’ll dispatch your laces the same day. Delivery is free on all UK orders over £50, and if they are not quite the right shade or length you have a full 60 days to send them back.
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