Skinhead question

[seabird78]

I don't have the time or inclination to research this myself, but I have a burning question about skinheads. Can anyone tell me what it signifies when they use red laces in one boot, and black laces in the other?

I saw a guy who had done up his feet this way on the train last night, and it made me really curious. So I decided to tap my wonderful base of knowledge here, and see if any answers surfaced.

If you don't know, I'll be your best friend if you look it up for me. :)

Comments

[acdntlpoet.livejournal.com]

And of course, from Wikipedia: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Skinhead#Laces_and_braces

Laces and braces

Some skinheads, particularly highly political ones, attach significance to the colour of boot laces, braces, and (less commonly) flight jackets. Some use them to indicate beliefs or affiliations. The particular colours used have varied regionally, so only skinheads from the same area are likely to interpret them accurately. In many areas laces must be 'laddered' - arranged with the outside laces horizontal and parallel, resembling a ladder - to be considered of any significance. The "braces and laces game" has largely fallen into disuse, particularly among traditionalist skinheads, who are more likely to choose their colours for fashion purposes.

[seabird78.livejournal.com]

Thanks, new best friend! :)