3M reflective rope laces are round rope laces woven with 3M reflective material, so they look like normal colored laces in daylight and flash bright when headlights, flashlights, or camera flashes hit them. Use them on running shoes for night visibility or on sneakers like the Ultra Boost, NMD, Yeezy 350, and Air Max for a streetwear look. Lace Lab 3M Reflective Rope Laces come in many colors, with 45" and 54" lengths in most and 30" and 36" in select colors.
Shop 3M reflective rope laces, or find your length in the shoelace size chart.
3M reflective rope laces at a glance
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Style | Round rope lace |
| Reflective | 3M reflective material woven in |
| Lengths | 45" and 54" in most colors, plus 30" and 36" in select colors |
| Best for | Night running, knit runners, streetwear sneakers |
| Looks like in daylight | A normal colored rope lace |
What length 3M reflective laces do you need?
| Sneaker | Lace length |
|---|---|
| Shoes with 4 eyelet pairs | 36 inches |
| Most running shoes and low tops with 5 to 6 eyelet pairs | 45 inches |
| Sneakers with 6 to 7 eyelet pairs, Air Force 1 Low, Dunk Low | 54 inches |
See the full size chart for every model.
How 3M reflective laces work
3M reflective material reflects light straight back toward its source. That's why a driver's headlights or a phone flash make the laces light up, while they look like regular laces in normal light. Reflective laces add visibility at foot level, where movement catches a driver's eye.
How to lace 3M reflective rope laces
Criss-cross lacing
Shows the most reflective surface across the tongue. Start through the bottom eyelets, cross at every pair, and tie at the top.
Straight bar lacing
Clean horizontal bars that read sharp in a flash photo. Works well on low tops.
Heel lock
For running, thread each end up through the top eyelet on the same side, cross through the opposite loops, and tie. Rope laces can loosen faster than flat ones, so double-knot them.
Who should use reflective laces
| Use | Why |
|---|---|
| Night and early-morning runners | Visibility to drivers at foot level |
| Walkers and commuters | Extra visibility on dark streets |
| Kids | Easier to spot on early walks to school |
| Sneaker customizers | A flash effect in photos and at night |
How to style 3M reflective rope laces
- Knit runners. Rope laces match the stock look on the Ultra Boost, NMD, and Yeezy 350.
- Running shoes. Add visibility to a Vomero, Pegasus, or ASICS.
- Streetwear. A bright color on an Air Max or Air Force 1 makes the laces the focal point.
- Customs. Pair a paint color from your Angelus custom with a matching reflective lace.
Caring for 3M reflective laces
- Wash them gently in cool water with a little Angelus Easy Cleaner, and air dry.
- Skip bleach, fabric softener, and the dryer.
- Don't overtighten, which wears the reflective threads at the eyelets.
Full steps are in how to clean reflective shoelaces.
FAQs
What are 3M reflective rope laces?
3M reflective rope laces are round laces woven with 3M reflective material that look like normal laces in daylight and reflect light back at night.
What length 3M reflective laces do I need?
Most running shoes and low tops take 45-inch laces, sneakers with 6 to 7 eyelet pairs take 54 inches, and shoes with 4 eyelet pairs take 36 inches.
Do reflective laces glow in the dark?
No, reflective laces don't glow on their own, they reflect light from headlights, flashlights, and camera flashes back toward the source.
Can I put 3M reflective rope laces on any sneaker?
Yes, 3M reflective rope laces fit most sneakers and running shoes, and they match the stock round laces on knit runners like the Ultra Boost and NMD.
Are 3M reflective laces water-resistant?
3M reflective rope laces handle rain and wet runs, but you should air dry them and avoid the dryer to protect the reflective threads.
How do I keep reflective laces reflective?
Wash them gently without bleach or fabric softener, air dry them, and avoid overtightening so the reflective threads don't wear down.
Get seen at night
Lace Lab 3M Reflective Rope Laces come in dozens of colors in 30" to 54".
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