Since the red laces are traditional (and extremely cool) , would you consider another color combination for the diced hose, so as to provide more contrast? Maybe Grey and black or black and the lighter color- I can't tell if it is a washed out blue. Anyway, I think the red laces would look splendid against the charcoal-blue-grey color on the hose. A red doublet would be very special indeed, but I expect you are better off with the blue or black. Do show us what you come up with, please.