Shoemakers buy these in by the box, but I don’t know of anywhere in London that sells them retail. (I acquired my pair from Tony and Dean at G&G.) If anyone does and can recommend a supplier, please let us know.
UPDATE: Cleverley normally sells them, priced at £10, but they are out of stock at the moment. Thanks for your comments.
Simon – you’re absolutely on the monet with this. Is that a GG Sinatra btw
Only on the web, of course! Look under “dance shoe laces” or “grosgrain ribbon laces”.
http://www.shoelacesexpress.com/
These shoes are absolutely wonderful. The ribbon laces are the perfect tip for added formality with a bold, yet subtly refined, style. This is a perfect way to make a shoe functional in a number of situations.
Love, Love, Love.
Worthy alternative for eveningwear!
Steve
F!@#king Ace. Bravo…
Simon, this comment is a bit tardy, but thank you for another wonderful post. I came across it as I searched your archives for shoes I can wear to a formal event, requiring a tuxedo.
May I ask a question? How were the shoes in the photos shined? They have a brilliant shine across the shoe that appears to go beyond the level of a standard mirror shine, typically limited to the toe and heel portions of shoes.
Hi George. It’s just a mirror shine I’m afraid, just one that’s been built up over time
As for recommendations for places to purchase ribbon laces, A Fine Pair of Shoes carries them for a reasonable price (https://www.afinepairofshoes.co.uk/collections/shoe-laces-price-desc/products/satin-ribbon-shoe-laces-75cm). Thank you for all your thoughtful and erudite content, Simon!
Thanks George, very helpful