quick-to-secure strap in the lace area opens up so kids can fasten them in a hurry while still sporting the classic look of the AF1 Elastic laces and a hook-and-loop strap help make it easy to open these up wide, slip them on and secure the fit fast. These are the cutest sneakers ever with the little bear detail at the tongue and super comfortable. Slight imperfection shown in photos and normal wear for such a light colored sneaker. Worn for school uniform and grew out of them fast!