NO STRINGS ATTACHED, live what you wear. These Slip Converse shoes are a new design by Converse. Yes, you do not need shoe laces to wear these shoes. The elastic inside provides a comfortable fit that will keep these shoes from, should I say, slipping off your feet. Check out the many different colors available from lastpairs. NOTE: The Slip On version of the Converse shoes generally run a half size larger than regular Converse shoes. Please carefully choose your size before ordering.