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How to tie your shoelaces

Step-by-step guide to tying shoelaces securely to keep your shoes snug on your feet.

1.
Put on your shoe and hold one shoelace end in each hand.
2.
Pull the laces upward to tighten the shoe on your foot.
3.
Cross the two laces over each other, forming an X shape.
4.
Tuck one lace under the other at the center of the X and pull it through, creating a simple knot. Pull both ends to tighten.
5.
Make a loop (bunny ear) with one lace by doubling it back onto itself.
6.
Make a similar loop with the other lace.
7.
Cross one loop over the other, then wrap it around and push it through the opening beneath them.
8.
Pull both loops tight to secure the knot.