Oof the duties! I'm right there with you, though, as I'm Brazilian and taxes/prices are crazy there.
On the laces - I'm awful at color coordination, but, when in doubt, black haha
I really like the second pair, though!There's nothing quite as neutral as a bit of good ole animal print, right? haha
The duties get us every time! Thanks for the suggestion - guess I'll see when they arrive what colours might work. Ahaha neutral animal print, first time hearing that!