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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The costume, a denim vest and pants set with extremely Y2K lace-up details, is representative of the show’s approach to fashion trends.
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Los Angeles Times,
30 June 2026
Bags were also strong, with new messenger and briefcase shapes in grain leather, while footwear saw new lace-up wallabies and the sleek leather flip-flop.
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Rhonda Richford,
Footwear News,
29 June 2026
Currently 57 percent off for Prime Day, the lace-up sneakers are flexible, cushiony, and secure.
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Melony Forcier,
Travel + Leisure,
25 June 2026
Aldean wore an animal print strapless swimsuit featuring lace-up detailing in the center with a skirt to match.
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Danielle Minnetian,
FOXNews.com,
23 June 2026
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Los Angeles Times,
30 June 2026
Bags were also strong, with new messenger and briefcase shapes in grain leather, while footwear saw new lace-up wallabies and the sleek leather flip-flop.
—
Rhonda Richford,
Footwear News,
29 June 2026
Currently 57 percent off for Prime Day, the lace-up sneakers are flexible, cushiony, and secure.
—
Melony Forcier,
Travel + Leisure,
25 June 2026
Aldean wore an animal print strapless swimsuit featuring lace-up detailing in the center with a skirt to match.
—
Danielle Minnetian,
FOXNews.com,
23 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for lace-up
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“Lace-up.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lace-up. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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