Threading the laces from the outside lends itself well to the loose and criss-cross styles.
Lace both ends of the shoelace in the same way. For example, if the left side is going from the outside into the center of the shoe, the right side of the lace should do the same thing.
Criss-cross lacing is good if you need your shoes to stay securely on your feet.
Pull on both ends of the laces to tighten your Timberlands before you tie your knot or bow.
Your laces should then criss-cross through the next holes.
This style is fashionable but isn’t great if you’re doing manual labor. Skipping holes will give your Timberlands a looser, more casual look.