No bow needed
The knots help hold your chosen fit.
NO-TIE SHOELACES
Less tying.More going.
Meet the stretchy shoelaces with little knots. Lace them in, adjust the fit, and make everyday on-and-off easier.
Adjust, section by section
Fine-tune the tension where you need it.
Your shoes. Your color.
Keep it subtle, or add a little contrast.
01 / YOUR STYLE
Two profiles. One simple idea.
Both use stretchy laces and knots. Choose the look you like, and check the eyelets on your shoes.
THE ORIGINAL
COOLKNOT
Fuller knots and a more substantial profile. The standard COOLKNOT look.
THE FINER PROFILE
COOLKNOT SLIM
A slimmer cord with smaller knots. For a lighter, more understated look.
Eyelet size and shape matter. Some shoes may not fit either model. If unsure, ask store staff before choosing.
02 / YOUR LENGTH
Count the eyelets.
Count the holes you will use in ONE row of ONE shoe — not both sides together.
MApprox. 50–55 cm5 or fewer eyelets per side
LApprox. 75–80 cm6 or more eyelets per side
Use the guide below as a starting point.
This is a guide, not a fit guarantee. Check the model and size on the package before buying.
A little color. A different look.
Match your shoes, or make the laces the accent. Check the actual color and the selection available in store.
03 / YOUR FIT
Lace once. Adjust to you.
We recommend putting your shoes on first, then threading and adjusting the laces while wearing them. This lets you feel the fit as you go and adjust each section to your foot. The photos illustrate the threading technique. Also follow the included instructions.
Put your shoes on first
With your foot in the shoe, thread the lowest pair of eyelets and even out both ends. Keep the shoe on as you work upward in a criss-cross pattern.
Thread and adjust as you go
Hold the narrow sections on both sides of a knot and stretch gently to pass it through. Check the tension as you thread each section and adjust it to your foot. Do not force a knot through an eyelet.
Check your fit
Keep the shoe on and check for pressure or looseness over your foot. Move the knot positions a little at a time where needed, without overtightening.
Tidy up the ends
Following the included instructions, weave extra length forward into the lacing. Once the ends are secure and cannot drag or catch, walk a few steps and check for pressure, looseness or heel lift.
Check the fit and condition before use. Replace worn or damaged laces. If a knot will not pass through, stop and ask for advice.
A little help, if you need it.
The knots won’t pass through.
Stretch the knot between the narrow sections to make it slimmer. Do not push or pull it through by force. Some eyelet shapes or sizes may not be suitable, even for SLIM.
It feels too tight — or too loose.
With your foot in the shoe, move the knot positions a little at a time. Check each section, then walk and check again.
There is too much length left over.
Follow the included instructions to weave in the extra length. If it remains too long, ask about a different size. Do not leave the ends dragging.
YOUR NEXT STEP
Now, find your color.
Choose your model, then explore the colors and sizes in our official Japanese online store.
Japan official online store