Fall’s lace trend is a bit of a double-edged sword. Yes, lace is a great material – it can read hardcore punk or ultra feminine depending on how it’s styled, and it’s effective in both large and small amounts. Few trends are so versatile or will work on such a wide range of people. Unfortunately, lace has a durability problem, particularly in hardworking items like shoes and handbags.

Fortunately, at least one designer has come up with a work-around that improves upon the established trend. The Charlotte Olympia Minerva Suede Booties have a look similar to lace to the casual observer, but they’re actually made of intricate, laser-cut black suede. With a layer of Scotch Guard, these little darling will last you much longer than a conventional lace shoe.

Here’s hoping that laser-cut suede and leather become more of a trend, because the effects are almost always really cool and functionally sound as shoes and not just showpieces. Suede may not be regarded as a conventionally durable material, but when it’s rendered in a dark color and pre-treated before use, it can certainly last the life of the lace trend. Buy through Net-a-Porter for $1190.

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