Comfortable Lace-Free Work Shoes for Professionals

Are you one of those people whose shoelaces constantly come undone? Or perhaps you belong to the “Every second counts” team and are annoyed by the endless task of tying shoes? Don’t worry, Shoes For Crews has exactly what you need: lace-free work shoes.

To give you more detailed information, in this article we will discuss the benefits of lace-free work shoes and provide a brief insight into our selection.

Why lace-free work shoes?

There are several reasons why lace-free work shoes can be a good choice. The simplest reason is probably that they are simply incredibly practical . You can quickly slip them on and off at any time. Depending on the model, you can even do so without having to bend down or use your hands.

However, there are also operational arguments in favour of lace-free work shoes. 

For one thing, they are far more hygienic. The shoes are usually made from just one material, without seams, flaps, eyelets or, of course, laces, meaning dirt cannot get caught in them in the first place. This is especially important for professions involving contact with food. According to EU Regulation (EC) No 852/2004 (updated 24.03.2021), the following applies: 

“Every person working in a food-handling area shall maintain a high degree of personal cleanliness and shall wear suitable, clean and, where necessary, protective clothing”. (Chapter VIII, point 1) 

As a result, a shoe in which less dirt gets trapped and which is also much easier to clean is an excellent choice for professions such as chefs, as well as butchers or bakers. 

On the other hand, shoelaces can pose a real health risk. What may be annoying for your staff is a real nightmare for your safety manager: shoelaces coming undone. Not only can they create trip hazards, but they can also become entangled in machinery, leading to even more serious workplace accidents. In 2022 alone, there were 165,420 reportable tripping, slipping and falling accidents, 12 of which were fatal, according to the German Social Accident Insurance statistics on “Workplace Accidents in 2022”.

Three lace-free work shoes for true professionals

Now that we have looked at why you may want to choose a lace-free work shoe, we would also like to introduce you to four possible options. We selected all four models specifically for their comfort. You can read about how important this topic is in our article “5 tips to make working while standing easier”. You will find that this small selection of work shoes has something for every work requirement and every taste. 

Hygienic and wonderfully lightweight: Zinc 

The clog Zinc has an OB E SR classification, making it an occupational shoe with a certified slip-resistant outsole.

It is also made from extra-lightweight EVA material, which not only makes it wonderfully light—just 272 grams per shoe (in size 38)—but also especially hygienic. It is very easy to clean and, as it is a lace-free work shoe, it also traps significantly less dirt.

Excellent for the food industry or cleaning staff, Zinc is also water-repellent. This vegan, metal-free clog truly impresses on every level.

Casual and comfortable: Cater II

The particularly casual Cater II is also an occupational shoe with an OB E SR classification. In addition to its technical features, such as the slip-resistant outsole and the water-repellent leather upper, it is especially impressive for its comfort.

The tongue and heel area are padded for greater comfort, and at 426 grams per shoe (size 42), it is easy to walk and stand in all day. 

Elegant and practical: Statesman & Envy III

The Statesman for men and the Envy III for women demonstrate that safety, practicality and elegance are not mutually exclusive. These two lace-free work shoes meet an elevated dress code while still being tailored to the needs of your staff. 

The Envy III is also an occupational shoe certified to OB E SR. In addition to the slip-resistant outsole, this shoe features a removable, padded insole, which is particularly comfortable for long days on your feet. The steel shank and the incredible weight of just 245 grams per shoe (size 38) also help you get through the workday in comfort despite an elegant appearance.

The water-repellent leather upper and the 3.8 cm heel show that elegance and practicality are not mutually exclusive in this lace-free work shoe.

The Statesman also impresses with its technical features. It too has a water-repellent leather upper and a steel shank. However, the Statesman places particular emphasis on comfort: the removable insole, the tongue, the heel area and the footbed are all padded. Weighing just 345 grams (size 42), this shoe is ideal, for example, for sales staff in a wine shop.

If you would like to find out more about our selection of lace-free work shoes, you can contact us at any time. We will be happy to advise you!