Flat Laces

Buy Flat Laces at Mentastore

Flat laces are the classic shoelace for most lifestyle sneakers, and the easiest way to make a pair look fresh again. In this collection you will find our flat shoelaces in White, Black, Pink and Cream. Order them online with shipping across Europe, or pick them up at our store on the Heuvelstraat in Tilburg, where you can hold the colour next to your own sneakers first.

Why flat laces?

Most basketball and skate inspired sneakers come with flat laces as standard. They lie neatly across the tongue, stay tied well and give a clean, tidy look. That makes them the natural choice for shoes like the Nike Dunk Low, the Nike Air Force 1, the Jordan 1 Low and the New Balance 550. When the original laces are grey from wear or you simply want a different colour, a new set of flat laces makes a big difference.

Colours and how to combine them

• White: the safe choice. Makes a worn white pair look almost new again.
• Black: a sharp contrast on white sneakers, or a tonal look on dark pairs.
• Cream: softer than pure white, great on vintage style or beige colourways.
• Pink: a playful accent on white, grey or cream sneakers.

A simple rule: pick a lace colour that already shows up somewhere on the shoe, such as the sole, the swoosh or the heel tab. That keeps the look calm and intentional.

Lace length guide

As a general guide, low-top sneakers with around six pairs of eyelets use about 120 cm laces, while models with seven or more pairs or a high top need longer ones. The surest way is to take out your current lace, lay it flat and measure it. If you need a specific length, check the product page or ask us in the store. Want a thicker or rounder lace instead? See our fluffy laces or the full range of all laces.

Lacing and care tips

Lace from the bottom up and make sure the lace lies flat in every eyelet, without twists. That is what gives flat laces their clean look. To wash them, soak them in lukewarm water with mild soap, rub gently and let them air dry. Avoid the dryer, because heat can shrink the lace and damage the tips. Doing a full refresh? Our sneaker cleaning products take care of the shoes too.

Why buy at Mentastore

• Store at Heuvelstraat 92, 5038 AH Tilburg, where you can compare colours and pick up your online order
• More than 30,000 satisfied customers since April 2023, rated 4.3 on Trustpilot
• Everything is new and checked by our own team before it ships
• In-stock items ship within 24 hours when you order before 17:00 on working days
• Pay later with Klarna, 14 days to return or exchange, shipping across Europe

Frequently asked questions

Which sneakers use flat laces?

Most lifestyle sneakers do, including the Nike Dunk, Air Force 1, Jordan 1 and New Balance 550. Technical runners such as ASICS models often use rounded laces instead.

What length flat laces do I need?

For most low-top sneakers with about six pairs of eyelets, around 120 cm works. Measure your current lace if you want to be sure.

How do I get white laces white again?

Soak them in lukewarm water with mild soap, rub the dirty spots gently and let them air dry. If they stay grey, a new pair of white laces is often the quickest fix.