Hi. Footwear industry guy here… the 1st lacing method is frequently called “show laced,” & some think they make a dress shoes look dressier & spec that they are shipped that way. I think they just make it hard to adjust fit, so I immediately undo it if my new shoe has that curse.
Sept. 23, 2021, 3:06 p.m. - WyOh
Hi. Footwear industry guy here… the 1st lacing method is frequently called “show laced,” & some think they make a dress shoes look dressier & spec that they are shipped that way. I think they just make it hard to adjust fit, so I immediately undo it if my new shoe has that curse.