I LOVE these! I HATE tying my shoes and love to just slip on and go. I bought white for my low tops and black for my work shoes. Lacing them was a breeze, but I do recommend having your shoe on your foot so you can find the right level of comfort you want to have when wearing the shoes. The instructions for "ending" the laces are clear and percise. I like to hide my laces, and the method was easy. And I experience no discomfort from the end pieces when wearing my shoes. The elastic in the laces make putting on and taking off my shoes so easy, effortless and quick!  Will buy again in the future