Technically, an aglet (or aiglet ) is a sheath or tag attached to the end of a cord, lace, or ribbon. Its name comes from the Old French word aiguillette , meaning "small needle". This is fitting, as the aglet acts like a needle to guide the lace through the shoe's holes. A Surprising History
Wealthy Romans used aglets made of precious metals like silver or brass. Technically, an aglet (or aiglet ) is a
In 1790, English inventor Harvey Kennedy is credited with popularizing the modern shoelace, reportedly earning millions from the invention. Beyond the Shoelace The term "aglet" has popped up in unexpected places: meaning "small needle". This is fitting