When Bond is dressing in the Hotel Splendide in On Her Majesty’s Secret Service, the author even slyly asides, “he abhorred shoe-laces”. But ... high of ankle and black of colour – are made by Danner.

Danner actually has a rich history providing lightweight tactical footwear for the armed forces ... That also features a 'Lace Garage', which prevents loose laces from snagging or dragging.