lace-up
noun
: a shoe or boot that is fastened with laces
a pair of lace-ups
—often used before another nounlace-up boots/shoes
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Last night, Anya Taylor-Joy also sported a pair of lace-up boots while attending Danielle Haim’s birthday party at Joyface in Manhattan’s East Village—albeit a much different interpretation.
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Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 14 Feb. 2025
Available in four versatile shades — black, camel, fawn, and quarry — the lace-up boots have a waterproof suede exterior to keep your feet dry and warm through varying weather conditions.
—Averi Baudler, People.com, 14 Feb. 2025
The jacket was paired with black trouser shorts, lace-up patent leather shoes and black socks.
—Julia Teti, WWD, 13 Feb. 2025
The delicate ruffle details add just the right amount of elegance to the one-piece, while the lace-up back ensures a perfect fit.
—Becca Blond, Travel + Leisure, 12 Feb. 2025
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Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 14 Feb. 2025
Available in four versatile shades — black, camel, fawn, and quarry — the lace-up boots have a waterproof suede exterior to keep your feet dry and warm through varying weather conditions.
—Averi Baudler, People.com, 14 Feb. 2025
The jacket was paired with black trouser shorts, lace-up patent leather shoes and black socks.
—Julia Teti, WWD, 13 Feb. 2025
The delicate ruffle details add just the right amount of elegance to the one-piece, while the lace-up back ensures a perfect fit.
—Becca Blond, Travel + Leisure, 12 Feb. 2025
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“Lace-up.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lace-up. Accessed 5 Mar. 2025.
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