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Animus said on 19/Mar/18
After a decent amount of usage, how much do you think these Reebok Classics will lose? (I assume they give about 1.3in, as you have stated.)
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I wear a size 12US or 11½UK.
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After a decent amount of usage, how much do you think these Reebok Classics will lose? (I assume they give about 1.3in, as you have stated.)
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I wear a size 12US or 11½UK.
Editor RobMost insoles will thin or flatten, some bases of shoes also seems to become more concave. The last pair of Classics I wore for a while still gave a bit over 1 inch when I threw them out.
Guanzo said on 19/Mar/18
Rob, how much "Under Armour Jung Rat boots" add?
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Rob, how much "Under Armour Jung Rat boots" add?
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Editor RobWould expect them to give near 1.4 inches
Rem said on 11/Mar/18
Rob, how much do the most common New Balance shoes (i dont know the name of them really) add?
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Rob, how much do the most common New Balance shoes (i dont know the name of them really) add?
Editor Rob1.25 is a typical range for many of the new balance popular models.
Walter said on 8/Mar/18
What do you think is more ideal, elevator shoes with higher heel and a smaller insert that have a slim profile of a regular shoe (Dons), or elevator shoes with a small heel but a big insert and the shoe looks unnatural?
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What do you think is more ideal, elevator shoes with higher heel and a smaller insert that have a slim profile of a regular shoe (Dons), or elevator shoes with a small heel but a big insert and the shoe looks unnatural?
Editor RobI'd say to go with a heel that is between 1-1.25 inch and then have a smaller insert.
jeja said on 7/Mar/18
Hi Rob, what do you think is the most comfortable to wear : 2.5 inches elevator shoes o shoes with 4 cm heels and lifts close to 1 inch inside ?
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Hi Rob, what do you think is the most comfortable to wear : 2.5 inches elevator shoes o shoes with 4 cm heels and lifts close to 1 inch inside ?
Editor RobElevators are designed with the shape of the lift as part of it, so I'd always say those might be a better fit...but to test the waters and see if you think elevators might be worthwhile, I'd recommend buying cheaper lifts like 10 dollars and just using with the most comfortable sneaker/shoe you already have.
Myself said on 7/Mar/18
Hey Rob, recently i bought new shoes, but considering i couldn't find the right size, which i think would be 13,5 (US) for me, i chose a pair of size 14 and also bought a pair of elevator insoles to fit it well. So now my shoes (+insoles) give me about 3,5 cm, compared to the 1,5 cm of my previous shoes, that would hurt my feet after some time of walking, because of my weight (103/106 kg). Do you think that's much more than the average person wears? If so, do you think that it would alter the perception of my height too much? (I'm 193,7-194 cm morning, 191,7-192,3 cm evening usually) I wouldn't want to deceive people too much (On the other hand i don't want my feet to hurt aswell ;)...and if it's a bonus of 1 cm that's actually not too bad after all), i personally dislike the whole aspect of elevator shoes and heels (am i contradicting myself?)...but i don't mind too much if people that weren't so lucky with height may wear some.
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Hey Rob, recently i bought new shoes, but considering i couldn't find the right size, which i think would be 13,5 (US) for me, i chose a pair of size 14 and also bought a pair of elevator insoles to fit it well. So now my shoes (+insoles) give me about 3,5 cm, compared to the 1,5 cm of my previous shoes, that would hurt my feet after some time of walking, because of my weight (103/106 kg). Do you think that's much more than the average person wears? If so, do you think that it would alter the perception of my height too much? (I'm 193,7-194 cm morning, 191,7-192,3 cm evening usually) I wouldn't want to deceive people too much (On the other hand i don't want my feet to hurt aswell ;)...and if it's a bonus of 1 cm that's actually not too bad after all), i personally dislike the whole aspect of elevator shoes and heels (am i contradicting myself?)...but i don't mind too much if people that weren't so lucky with height may wear some.
Editor RobOn average, footwear might be about 2cm or so. Adding an extra 2-3cm isn't a huge step-up, but some people will notice it, others won't. When it gets to 4cm extra I think a far greater proportion will begin to notice an increase in that person's height.
Nolifts81 said on 7/Mar/18
Rob do you think that the D'Etna 5.5 by don's can give neArly 4.5 like 11 cm? Hope so. ThAt is my goal. Thank you Rob
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Rob do you think that the D'Etna 5.5 by don's can give neArly 4.5 like 11 cm? Hope so. ThAt is my goal. Thank you Rob
Editor RobIt's pushing it, I think 4-4.25 is a huge lift to achieve.
Andrew said on 4/Mar/18
Rob,how much would the 5 inchers give?Like these one:
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Rob,how much would the 5 inchers give?Like these one:
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Editor RobThey won't give a full 5-inches, probably between 3.5-4 zone.
nolifts81 said on 3/Mar/18
Yes I ordered and paid only the lifts. Allan said that was possible. I've paid 100 usd. They are also on what's up. I've talked to them , but they, don't tell me when they will ship them to me. The last message say that they will do a good work for me. Paid with paypal. I want to know if it's normal to wait all this time from Don's. Thank you Rob
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Yes I ordered and paid only the lifts. Allan said that was possible. I've paid 100 usd. They are also on what's up. I've talked to them , but they, don't tell me when they will ship them to me. The last message say that they will do a good work for me. Paid with paypal. I want to know if it's normal to wait all this time from Don's. Thank you Rob
Editor RobI think it still takes a few weeks to get orders.
Nolifts81 said on 3/Mar/18
Hi Rob. I've ordered and pair from Don's footwear only the lift inserts of the D'Etna 5.5 Boots. I pair with paypal but still they did not ship the Lifts. In the receipt they write custom order. What this mean? That i Have to wait more for a custom order? Thank you in Advance
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Hi Rob. I've ordered and pair from Don's footwear only the lift inserts of the D'Etna 5.5 Boots. I pair with paypal but still they did not ship the Lifts. In the receipt they write custom order. What this mean? That i Have to wait more for a custom order? Thank you in Advance
Editor RobI'm not sure what you mean. They don't sell just the inserts, but you ordered them?
All orders are basically custom as they don't just grab them from a shelf.
All orders are basically custom as they don't just grab them from a shelf.
Walter said on 28/Feb/18
The funny thing about elevator shoes is that i think a taller skinny person would look better in them and could get away with wearing them, for example a person who is 6'1 and wants to be 6'2-6'3 would look more natural than a man for example who is 5'5 and wants to be 5'6-5'7. I just think that body proportions won't be thrown out of wack if you are already tall and wearing elevator shoes. Another sad twist in life if you are short i guess. Anyway if you want quality and a decent amount of height Dons are perfect. They won't make you into a giant but they are comfortable
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The funny thing about elevator shoes is that i think a taller skinny person would look better in them and could get away with wearing them, for example a person who is 6'1 and wants to be 6'2-6'3 would look more natural than a man for example who is 5'5 and wants to be 5'6-5'7. I just think that body proportions won't be thrown out of wack if you are already tall and wearing elevator shoes. Another sad twist in life if you are short i guess. Anyway if you want quality and a decent amount of height Dons are perfect. They won't make you into a giant but they are comfortable
Editor RobIf your inseam is disproportional, I suppose wearing 2.5 inch elevators won't throw off proportions.
Mikey said on 27/Feb/18
Hi rob
I would like to reply to one of the comments on here about dons footwear and I promise it will be my last on dons his shoe sizes don’t make sense I’m a uk 8 and my first pair were too tight length and breadth so my 2nd pair I got a uk 9 still length and breadth were too tight now any pair of shoes I have bought online have always been a uk 8 and have all fitted and I still buy normal shoes again uk 8 and they fit fine so he does have a problem with sizes and my feet are far from fat and I also think dons shoes look so normal is because the heel is so high and the insert is just over a inch so could fit in most normal shoes also cheaper USA companies sneakers are no Herman munsters but do agree they’re not as good quality as dons
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Hi rob
I would like to reply to one of the comments on here about dons footwear and I promise it will be my last on dons his shoe sizes don’t make sense I’m a uk 8 and my first pair were too tight length and breadth so my 2nd pair I got a uk 9 still length and breadth were too tight now any pair of shoes I have bought online have always been a uk 8 and have all fitted and I still buy normal shoes again uk 8 and they fit fine so he does have a problem with sizes and my feet are far from fat and I also think dons shoes look so normal is because the heel is so high and the insert is just over a inch so could fit in most normal shoes also cheaper USA companies sneakers are no Herman munsters but do agree they’re not as good quality as dons
Thanks rob
Walter said on 26/Feb/18
The biggest plus of dons shoes is the they are really invisible, they all look like normal shoes since they have a slim profile, this can be a pro and a con, if you have fat feet then his shoes will be tight for you, but if your feet are on the skinnier side its pretty much looks like you are wearing normal shoes because there will be no bulge. cheap elevator shoes look like you are wearing herman munster boots.
The biggest plus of dons shoes is the they are really invisible, they all look like normal shoes since they have a slim profile, this can be a pro and a con, if you have fat feet then his shoes will be tight for you, but if your feet are on the skinnier side its pretty much looks like you are wearing normal shoes because there will be no bulge. cheap elevator shoes look like you are wearing herman munster boots.
Ali said on 25/Feb/18
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Hello Rob, just wondering how much lift these new Adidas trainers give? They look at least over an inch lift from heel and maybe from a little from the sole. 1.1 inches before they ware out maybe. Many thanks mate.
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Hello Rob, just wondering how much lift these new Adidas trainers give? They look at least over an inch lift from heel and maybe from a little from the sole. 1.1 inches before they ware out maybe. Many thanks mate.
Editor RobNot yet seen this model in a shop, but from it's profile, surely has to be near 1.4 inches range.
sean89 said on 25/Feb/18
HEY ROB nike airmax 180 give 3.5 plus a thick gel insole like dunlop of those thick ones will make the shoes give 4 cm? those thick gel insoles can give a 1/4 inch to 10 mm.
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HEY ROB nike airmax 180 give 3.5 plus a thick gel insole like dunlop of those thick ones will make the shoes give 4 cm? those thick gel insoles can give a 1/4 inch to 10 mm.
Editor RobA lot of insoles squish to 1/8th inch, but some can give 1/4 or so, taking you to 1.5 inches
Mikey said on 24/Feb/18
Hi rob
Just want to add my opinion on dons footwear I’ve bought 2 pairs of 3.1 inch midsole tech shoes and although I don’t like being mean to people I’ve got to say I wasn’t impressed the quality is without doubt top class the shoes are well made the problem I had was the height increase which is not surprisingly why I buy elevator shoes you get 2.5 inch from them but the heel on my shoes was 1.4 inch which in my opinion too high and also found they were too tight I even got a size bigger for my 2nd pair but still didn’t fit right and they’re not cheap around $300 dollars or £240 I won’t mention the site but I get cheaper shoes from the USA for less than half the price and they aren’t as well made as dons but they give me 2.5 inches and fit well a also get shoes which give 3.1 inch and they’re good for formal occasions
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Hi rob
Just want to add my opinion on dons footwear I’ve bought 2 pairs of 3.1 inch midsole tech shoes and although I don’t like being mean to people I’ve got to say I wasn’t impressed the quality is without doubt top class the shoes are well made the problem I had was the height increase which is not surprisingly why I buy elevator shoes you get 2.5 inch from them but the heel on my shoes was 1.4 inch which in my opinion too high and also found they were too tight I even got a size bigger for my 2nd pair but still didn’t fit right and they’re not cheap around $300 dollars or £240 I won’t mention the site but I get cheaper shoes from the USA for less than half the price and they aren’t as well made as dons but they give me 2.5 inches and fit well a also get shoes which give 3.1 inch and they’re good for formal occasions
Thanks rob
Editor RobIt's unfortunate they weren't a good fit for you.
If the other models are good from the cheaper company, at least you are getting a more affordable model.
Like with sneakers, I've tried many styles and finding the perfect fit is hard.
I dropped a weight on my left Cuneiform bone years ago and it damaged it, so I try to find softer sneakers.
If the other models are good from the cheaper company, at least you are getting a more affordable model.
Like with sneakers, I've tried many styles and finding the perfect fit is hard.
I dropped a weight on my left Cuneiform bone years ago and it damaged it, so I try to find softer sneakers.
Josh9 said on 24/Feb/18
Rob, one question about Don’s shoes. Which sole material is the best: hybrid, full leather, or full rubber? I’m not sure which one to pick.
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Rob, one question about Don’s shoes. Which sole material is the best: hybrid, full leather, or full rubber? I’m not sure which one to pick.
Editor RobPersonally I like the hybrid one, as the grip feels a bit better than full leather.
Walter said on 23/Feb/18
I knew they felt suspiciously a little too comfortable to be giving 3.1 inches. The heel and insert is each around 1.2 inches so the height i got form them was around 2.5
I knew they felt suspiciously a little too comfortable to be giving 3.1 inches. The heel and insert is each around 1.2 inches so the height i got form them was around 2.5
Walter said on 23/Feb/18
Follow up from my last comment, so i measured by height in the dons 3.1 and they don't give as much as i expected, they are more like around 2.5 inches, idk im guessing since theres not really of a slope and its flatter so it doesn't give as much, in fact the insert and heel seems like the same size as the brown dress shoes on this page that you said gave you 2.3 inches,
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Follow up from my last comment, so i measured by height in the dons 3.1 and they don't give as much as i expected, they are more like around 2.5 inches, idk im guessing since theres not really of a slope and its flatter so it doesn't give as much, in fact the insert and heel seems like the same size as the brown dress shoes on this page that you said gave you 2.3 inches,
Editor RobIf you measure the shoe from the very back of the heel to the highest point (within it), I'd suspect it was near 3 inches as advertised, but the higher you go the less you can actually benefit from 'midsole tech'.
Iauren said on 23/Feb/18
how much height do the adidas pureboost give?
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how much height do the adidas pureboost give?
Editor RobI've seen them up close and 1.2 seems possible.
Walter said on 21/Feb/18
The midsole tech shoes from Dons are genius, the 3.1 inch ones feel like your wearing normal shoes even though they don't really give a full 3 inches, good enough. They don't feel like you're walking on your toes or feel like your about to fall over. but they are expensive, are you surprised that no one has thought of making lifts with midsole tech or did Don copyright his design?
The midsole tech shoes from Dons are genius, the 3.1 inch ones feel like your wearing normal shoes even though they don't really give a full 3 inches, good enough. They don't feel like you're walking on your toes or feel like your about to fall over. but they are expensive, are you surprised that no one has thought of making lifts with midsole tech or did Don copyright his design?
Josh9 said on 19/Feb/18
Thank you Rob.
Also, do you think wearing 2.5 inch elevator shoes will be bad for your body if you wear it daily? Will it be bad for you if you keep wearing them in the long run?
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Thank you Rob.
Also, do you think wearing 2.5 inch elevator shoes will be bad for your body if you wear it daily? Will it be bad for you if you keep wearing them in the long run?
Editor RobThey are more comfortable than heels, but the very nature of putting our feet at high angles, places strains and stresses on feet/ankles/joints that a normal flatter (natural) sneaker/shoe won't. Women put up with it, and heels are certainly not as stable as an elevator shoe, probably not as comfortable either.
If I was wearing elevators, I'd stick to probably 2-2.5 at most. 2.5-3 suddenly puts your foot at a much higher angle.
If I was wearing elevators, I'd stick to probably 2-2.5 at most. 2.5-3 suddenly puts your foot at a much higher angle.
jeja said on 19/Feb/18
Rob, is it possible to put 1 cm lift in a pair of Reebook Classics without the foot coming out too noticeably ? Thanks
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Rob, is it possible to put 1 cm lift in a pair of Reebook Classics without the foot coming out too noticeably ? Thanks
Editor RobUp to about 1/2 inch is reasonable for most sneakers...it's when you get to 1 inch your foot will be dangerously close to slipping out...unless it's a high-top style!
Josh9 said on 19/Feb/18
hi Big Rob. I just want to ask you.
Do you think tallmenshoes.com has good elevator shoes? Are they as good as Don’s elevator shoes? Thank you.
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hi Big Rob. I just want to ask you.
Do you think tallmenshoes.com has good elevator shoes? Are they as good as Don’s elevator shoes? Thank you.
Editor RobIf you are on a budget, then 80-90 for an elevator is an option to consider versus something like 200 for more expensive dons.
But I haven't tested them recently. I did see a pair from years ago, they were a very basic model, synthetic material, but of course they gave you an extra 1.3-1.4 inches so they worked...and weren't too bad a fit.
But I haven't tested them recently. I did see a pair from years ago, they were a very basic model, synthetic material, but of course they gave you an extra 1.3-1.4 inches so they worked...and weren't too bad a fit.
Bradly said on 17/Feb/18
Now I know how Vin gets tall: Big Dons, custom made.
Now I know how Vin gets tall: Big Dons, custom made.
Matta said on 16/Feb/18
Hi Rob, Do you know how much those reebok could give? They look thick. How much do you estimate?
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Hi Rob, Do you know how much those reebok could give? They look thick. How much do you estimate?
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Editor RobThey might be 1.3 inch range.
zell said on 16/Feb/18
hey rob, do u know how much does gucci ace sneakers add? imma buy one if it has decent amount of height boost
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hey rob, do u know how much does gucci ace sneakers add? imma buy one if it has decent amount of height boost
Editor RobThey don't give a great amount, well under an inch.
Nolifts81 said on 12/Feb/18
Hi Rob i am gong to buy the don's D'Etna 5.5 inches. I need to know how much is the front inside lift. I Have a lot of experience and i know that the front inside lift is everything for gain height for real. I want a gain from barefoot of 4 and a half . For to Have that gain you need a platform of about 2 inches at the front (inside front lift and external front heel and an increase at the back of 5.5/6inches. I want to know if the D'Etna has a combinations (from inside plus outside front heel) of about 2 inch. If not i Have to make a modification on the boot. Greetings from Italy. I wait your answer.
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Hi Rob i am gong to buy the don's D'Etna 5.5 inches. I need to know how much is the front inside lift. I Have a lot of experience and i know that the front inside lift is everything for gain height for real. I want a gain from barefoot of 4 and a half . For to Have that gain you need a platform of about 2 inches at the front (inside front lift and external front heel and an increase at the back of 5.5/6inches. I want to know if the D'Etna has a combinations (from inside plus outside front heel) of about 2 inch. If not i Have to make a modification on the boot. Greetings from Italy. I wait your answer.
Editor RobUnfortunately I don't know exactly how big it is, I'd try asking via facebook the dons to see if they will know exactly.
2 inches is definitely a huge amount, I know they have to go over 1 inch to get 4-4.5 inch, really 1.5-1.75 for that range.
2 inches is definitely a huge amount, I know they have to go over 1 inch to get 4-4.5 inch, really 1.5-1.75 for that range.
Jug said on 7/Feb/18
Where do you think celebs get their height-increasing footwear? Like Tom Cruise, etc? I guess they have private shoemakers make them.
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Where do you think celebs get their height-increasing footwear? Like Tom Cruise, etc? I guess they have private shoemakers make them.
Editor RobI believe some of them will get a specialist to make them, but I would say they also would buy them online under a pseudo-name.
Sam132 said on 4/Feb/18
Do you know how much height a Nike Cortez gives you? Do you think that air max are deceiving when it comes to thickness?
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Do you know how much height a Nike Cortez gives you? Do you think that air max are deceiving when it comes to thickness?
Editor RobCortez when new give over an inch, like 1.25
Mikey said on 2/Feb/18
Hi rob I would like to say to get 6 inches from a elevator shoe is impossible I’ve worn elevator shoes for 20 years and to get 2-2.5 inches height increase is easily achieved to get 3 inches is more difficult the best I get is about 3.1 inches and you can still walk fine but it is a big shoe and you must wear bootcut jeans or trousers with it and it actually looks a normal shoe as long as you wear the bootcut trouser and that shoe is advertised as a 4.4 inch shoe but of course you don’t get that so I’m guessing a 6 inch increase would get you around 4 inches whether you can walk ok is a different matter
Cheers rob
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Hi rob I would like to say to get 6 inches from a elevator shoe is impossible I’ve worn elevator shoes for 20 years and to get 2-2.5 inches height increase is easily achieved to get 3 inches is more difficult the best I get is about 3.1 inches and you can still walk fine but it is a big shoe and you must wear bootcut jeans or trousers with it and it actually looks a normal shoe as long as you wear the bootcut trouser and that shoe is advertised as a 4.4 inch shoe but of course you don’t get that so I’m guessing a 6 inch increase would get you around 4 inches whether you can walk ok is a different matter
Cheers rob
Editor RobBecause of the nature of 'tip-toe height', we can only get about 3 inches or so from going on our tip-toes. So the front of a heel or elevator needs to be 1 inch to get at least near 4, 2 inches to get near 5, 3 inches to get near 6.
SearchingForShoes said on 1/Feb/18
Hey Rob, what shoes add the least height? Im currently wearing some Vans, how much height do they add? Theyre just regular Vans. I dont like increasing my height but dont want a weird looking shoe or those foot glove things
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Hey Rob, what shoes add the least height? Im currently wearing some Vans, how much height do they add? Theyre just regular Vans. I dont like increasing my height but dont want a weird looking shoe or those foot glove things
Editor RobVans are usually no more than 0.6 inch, unless it's one of the thicker typeof models, but there are many skate shoes that give half inch at most, and plimsole that give 0.5 or under.
Andrew said on 31/Jan/18
Rob,how much do the Nike Air Max 90 shoes give?
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Rob,how much do the Nike Air Max 90 shoes give?
Editor RobAnywhere in 1.1 to 1.3 range, I think the bigger size (10-12) has a slightly thicker sole than the 6-9 size.
Jug said on 30/Jan/18
Has anyone tried the GuidoMaggi 6-inch boots? Do they give you anywhere near a legit 6 inches? I have my doubts...
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Has anyone tried the GuidoMaggi 6-inch boots? Do they give you anywhere near a legit 6 inches? I have my doubts...
Editor RobThere's no chance they give anywhere close to it.
Getting to nearly 4 inches takes a lot, getting to 5 actual inches means a platform at the front of the shoe being nearly 2 inches thick.
Getting to nearly 4 inches takes a lot, getting to 5 actual inches means a platform at the front of the shoe being nearly 2 inches thick.
NangaParbat said on 27/Jan/18
Hey Rob :) how much do the Nike Huarache and the Nike AirMax 2017 give? Which one would you recommend? Thanks a lot!!! Cheers!
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Hey Rob :) how much do the Nike Huarache and the Nike AirMax 2017 give? Which one would you recommend? Thanks a lot!!! Cheers!
Editor RobHuarache can give near 1 and 1/3rd inch, airmax 2017 aren't that much less.
Iauren said on 27/Jan/18
which type of dr scholls insoles gives the most height?
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which type of dr scholls insoles gives the most height?
Editor RobI'm not sure, but they don't give huge amounts, most are a fraction of an inch...
jeja said on 26/Jan/18
Rob, do you think elevator shoes visually elongate the legs ? I mean they do help to give a taller impression beside others, but are the centimeters hidden in the shoes mentally associated with the legs' lenght ? May seem an odd question but I was seriously wondering about it
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Rob, do you think elevator shoes visually elongate the legs ? I mean they do help to give a taller impression beside others, but are the centimeters hidden in the shoes mentally associated with the legs' lenght ? May seem an odd question but I was seriously wondering about it
Editor RobYes, naturally because you are on your toes a bit, your legs will appear a bit longer to other people.
Mahu said on 26/Jan/18
Hi Rob.
I have a question about Don's 5 inch boots.
Do you wearing them?
If so, they are comfortable or not.
I hear that Don use insoles called "Midsole Tech" which (acording to Don's offical site) are far more comfortable than many standard elewator 5-inchers.
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Hi Rob.
I have a question about Don's 5 inch boots.
Do you wearing them?
If so, they are comfortable or not.
I hear that Don use insoles called "Midsole Tech" which (acording to Don's offical site) are far more comfortable than many standard elewator 5-inchers.
Editor RobI don't wear elevators, only to test them out.
I feel 5-inch is too much, even the ones giving near 4 inches is very hard to walk about in and be comfortable. Your feet are at a very high angle....I only recommend 2-2.5 inch elevators for anybody starting to consider wearing them.
I feel 5-inch is too much, even the ones giving near 4 inches is very hard to walk about in and be comfortable. Your feet are at a very high angle....I only recommend 2-2.5 inch elevators for anybody starting to consider wearing them.
Matta said on 26/Jan/18
Rob, What shoes apart from Nike shox(1.4) give the biggest boost, Do you know any sneakers that give 1.5 inch of height?
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Rob, What shoes apart from Nike shox(1.4) give the biggest boost, Do you know any sneakers that give 1.5 inch of height?
Editor RobThere are some types of 'MBT' sneakers that give more than 1.5 inches, also Reebok do a similar thick wedge sneaker, I have forgotten the name though, but it is a running/jogging style similar to the mbt.
Tevin said on 22/Jan/18
Which shoes provide greater height without insoles, Air Max 90's or Reeboks Classics?
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Which shoes provide greater height without insoles, Air Max 90's or Reeboks Classics?
Editor RobI feel the Air Max 90's have 1.1 or 1.3 thick soles...the bigger size 10-12 having the slightly thicker sole.
The Reebocks (thick classic model) are brand new near 1.3 inch.
The Reebocks (thick classic model) are brand new near 1.3 inch.
NangaParbat said on 20/Jan/18
Hey Rob how are you? I would like your opinion about something peculiar happening to me. I apologize for the lenght of the message. I am a mid 20 guy, nice body proportions, muscular, standing 172cm. I have always had a bit of obsession for my height and in fact I used to be a lift wearer in the past. I was trying to make my legs longer and gaining some cm using lift inside Timberland (sometimes very thick) or airMax and so on, reaching the point of having my shoes so weird looking and walking very uncomfy that I finally decided to get rid of lifts and focus on stretching, yoga and building a nice body. I just use now comfort thin insoles (about few millimetres). Here's when the magic happened: the point is that nobody noticed that I was shorter after removing the lifts but INCREDIBLY many people asked me if somehow I did grow because I was looking taller to them!!!!! Do you think that actually I walk much better without lifts and I can be straighter and eventually taller this way? I can't explain it. Also another intersting fact is that when I use now big chunky shoes (Airmax or boots for example) my overall look appears shorter despite I am probably taller some cm due to the sole, while when I use Vans or flat shoes, I look taller, with longer legs despite I am probably shorter with those kind of shoes. I am freaking out because it's really strange to me. Could you please give me your opinion about this ? Much appreciated Rob. Thanks. Greets from Italy!
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Hey Rob how are you? I would like your opinion about something peculiar happening to me. I apologize for the lenght of the message. I am a mid 20 guy, nice body proportions, muscular, standing 172cm. I have always had a bit of obsession for my height and in fact I used to be a lift wearer in the past. I was trying to make my legs longer and gaining some cm using lift inside Timberland (sometimes very thick) or airMax and so on, reaching the point of having my shoes so weird looking and walking very uncomfy that I finally decided to get rid of lifts and focus on stretching, yoga and building a nice body. I just use now comfort thin insoles (about few millimetres). Here's when the magic happened: the point is that nobody noticed that I was shorter after removing the lifts but INCREDIBLY many people asked me if somehow I did grow because I was looking taller to them!!!!! Do you think that actually I walk much better without lifts and I can be straighter and eventually taller this way? I can't explain it. Also another intersting fact is that when I use now big chunky shoes (Airmax or boots for example) my overall look appears shorter despite I am probably taller some cm due to the sole, while when I use Vans or flat shoes, I look taller, with longer legs despite I am probably shorter with those kind of shoes. I am freaking out because it's really strange to me. Could you please give me your opinion about this ? Much appreciated Rob. Thanks. Greets from Italy!
Editor RobSounds a bit bizarre how people would think you looked taller. Can't explain that, unless you had a weird posture with the lifts or a funny walk!
With any footwear, it is best choosing ones that are comfortable. The higher the angle of the foot, the less comfort it will be...which is why I say if anybody ever thinks of elevators, just go with 2-2.5 at most. 3-3.5 is like big high heels and won't be comfortable compared to a normal shoe or sneaker.
With any footwear, it is best choosing ones that are comfortable. The higher the angle of the foot, the less comfort it will be...which is why I say if anybody ever thinks of elevators, just go with 2-2.5 at most. 3-3.5 is like big high heels and won't be comfortable compared to a normal shoe or sneaker.
Animus said on 15/Jan/18
Are these Reebok Classics with brown soles 1.3 inches like the ones you measured in your video?
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Are these Reebok Classics with brown soles 1.3 inches like the ones you measured in your video?
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Editor RobThey Look like they are the same thickness.
Max_12 said on 12/Jan/18
How much give in height these men boots? Maybe like 4 cm?
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How much give in height these men boots? Maybe like 4 cm?
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Editor RobYes, they look like a solid 4cm, maybe even 4.2-4.3cm range.
Mike said on 10/Jan/18
Which pair of casual black sneakers have you found to be the thickest. (i.e. reebok, nike air)
Which pair of casual black sneakers have you found to be the thickest. (i.e. reebok, nike air)
[Editor Rob: I did a video on Reebok classics...those are near 1.3 inch and quite thick when you see them in person.]
Dave said on 9/Jan/18
Rob
How many inches does 2 inch Mst from Dons give?
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How many inches does 2 inch Mst from Dons give?
Editor Robthose that are lower usually give quite close the actual claim, so I wouldn't think those are much under 2 inches.
Animus said on 8/Jan/18
How much do these give? Is there a quarter inch of difference or slightly more?
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How much do these give? Is there a quarter inch of difference or slightly more?
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[Editor Rob: there should be a 1/4 inch or so...the black one is closer to 1 inch, and the white isn't that much over 0.6 inches]
ezmanage said on 8/Jan/18
Rob, where can i find the height article with all the sneaker heights and heel heights? I was wondering how much height vans give?
Rob, where can i find the height article with all the sneaker heights and heel heights? I was wondering how much height vans give?
[Editor Rob: typical vans aren't that thick, at most 0.6...although some styles may give more.]
Kee said on 6/Jan/18
Hello Rob, just wondering do these Adidas hi tops give a a little over an inch lift when including the inner soles? Many thanks my friend.
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Hello Rob, just wondering do these Adidas hi tops give a a little over an inch lift when including the inner soles? Many thanks my friend.
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[Editor Rob: under an inch actually.]
North said on 4/Jan/18
Hi Rob, how much do you think Adidas duramo lites give? Click Here
Hi Rob, how much do you think Adidas duramo lites give? Click Here
[Editor Rob: a fraction over 1 inch, not as thick as the outsole suggests...the insole seems to (at least from looking in sports shop) sits about 1/4 inch underneath the outsole.]
Wolf said on 3/Jan/18
Rob any idea how much Clarks Original Desert Boots add?
Rob any idea how much Clarks Original Desert Boots add?
[Editor Rob: the insole takes those boots just over an inch.]
zell said on 3/Jan/18
hey rob happy new year! hope youre doing good. can u tell how much does air jordan 1 retro og give? cause i really need to know, i'm about to buy one if it has decent amount of boost
hey rob happy new year! hope youre doing good. can u tell how much does air jordan 1 retro og give? cause i really need to know, i'm about to buy one if it has decent amount of boost
[Editor Rob: not over an inch, but more like 0.75 after some wearing in.]
zell said on 3/Jan/18
hey rob happy new year! hope youre doing good. can u tell how much does air jordan 1 retro og give? cause i really need to know, i'm about to buy one if it has decent amount of boost
hey rob happy new year! hope youre doing good. can u tell how much does air jordan 1 retro og give? cause i really need to know, i'm about to buy one if it has decent amount of boost
Ian said on 1/Jan/18
hey rob what do you think these give? Click Here
hey rob what do you think these give? Click Here
[Editor Rob: a fraction over 1 inch]
The Rock said on 26/Dec/17
Click Here Here is the picture of the Kyrie 3. How much is the heel of it??
Click Here Here is the picture of the Kyrie 3. How much is the heel of it??
[Editor Rob: unfortunately never seen that model in a store yet, certainly think it could be over an inch.]
Tonyx said on 20/Dec/17
Rob, do you think that Nike Lunar Force 1 Duckboot Click Here gives the same amount of height as the Nike Air Force 1 High 07 Click Here ? How much does it give? Is there a difference when it comes to size?
How much height does the modern Nike Air Max 90 Essential give Click Here ? And if you say 1.1in-1.35in range that's a pretty big difference in my humble opinion. Do you think it gives more then your average standard Nike Air Force 1 High 07?
Thank you.
Rob, do you think that Nike Lunar Force 1 Duckboot Click Here gives the same amount of height as the Nike Air Force 1 High 07 Click Here ? How much does it give? Is there a difference when it comes to size?
How much height does the modern Nike Air Max 90 Essential give Click Here ? And if you say 1.1in-1.35in range that's a pretty big difference in my humble opinion. Do you think it gives more then your average standard Nike Air Force 1 High 07?
Thank you.
[Editor Rob: don't know if smaller size of the lunar force 1 boot is slightly thinner than 10+ sizes, but I've seen the latest model, I'd roughly estimate 1 and 1/3rd inch range, which is a bit more than the thickest nike air force]
Jason said on 17/Dec/17
Rob, I was looking at some shoes on donsfootwear and I was curious as to how many actual inches would be added to height through the "3.1 increase" shoe? Im 6.05 tall and would these shoes make me close to 6'3?
Rob, I was looking at some shoes on donsfootwear and I was curious as to how many actual inches would be added to height through the "3.1 increase" shoe? Im 6.05 tall and would these shoes make me close to 6'3?
[Editor Rob: they changed the insole a bit, the slope isn't as harsh as it used to be, so a 3.1 might get you a bit under 3 inches.]
Anonymous said on 17/Dec/17
Hi Rob,how much height would the Nike Air Max 90 give?
Hi Rob,how much height would the Nike Air Max 90 give?
[Editor Rob: some 1.1, but a big size like 10-11uk seemed slightly thicker like 1.3 inch ]
Boi said on 17/Dec/17
Hey Rob. How many inches would these crocs give? Click Here
Hey Rob. How many inches would these crocs give? Click Here
[Editor Rob: under an inch, like 0.8 inches.]
Blake said on 14/Dec/17
Rob, how do you just by glancing at a celebs shoes know exactly how much they give? I can tell some models of trainers and heels when walking around but many other styles of footwear I can't figure out how much they give on the spot.
Rob, how do you just by glancing at a celebs shoes know exactly how much they give? I can tell some models of trainers and heels when walking around but many other styles of footwear I can't figure out how much they give on the spot.
[Editor Rob: well by measuring a lot of styles you get an idea of the types of thickness, but sometimes you don't know if there is a built up insole, I've seen shoes that looked 2cm but ended up near 3cm because of a solid thick insole.
Of course when I am guessing I'm just going with a normal insole assumption.]
Of course when I am guessing I'm just going with a normal insole assumption.]
kev said on 14/Dec/17
hey rob...hope you doing good, how much do adidas superstar give? I want to buy one
hey rob...hope you doing good, how much do adidas superstar give? I want to buy one
[Editor Rob: brand new they can give close to an inch, but the insoles compress a fair bit I found, the last pair I had after a few months were about 0.7 inch range.]
kev said on 14/Dec/17
hey rob...hope you doing good, how much do adidas superstar give? I want to buy one
hey rob...hope you doing good, how much do adidas superstar give? I want to buy one
Boy said on 9/Dec/17
Hey rob . How many inches does the adidas energy cloud give ? Couldnt find the link.pls google it and tell me. Its urgent
Hey rob . How many inches does the adidas energy cloud give ? Couldnt find the link.pls google it and tell me. Its urgent
[Editor Rob: I've only had a look at one in a shop, it seemed to be roughly 1.1-1.2 but I think it might squash down a bit.]
Kario Prkaj said on 4/Dec/17
As far as Rajesh Khanna's and SRK's height is concerned, check this video, and look at the shoes. Click Here. Skip to 4 minutes.
As far as Rajesh Khanna's and SRK's height is concerned, check this video, and look at the shoes. Click Here. Skip to 4 minutes.
Max___11 said on 2/Dec/17
Rob, how much give these pair of Adidas yeezy? I've read 1.5 in ? It is possible?
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Rob, how much give these pair of Adidas yeezy? I've read 1.5 in ? It is possible?
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[Editor Rob: they can give in 1.3-1.5 zone]
AJAX_177 said on 2/Dec/17
@Editor
I would enjoy to be taller or at least appear taller. In my country I feel well under average :(
Do you, as a height expert, have a general tip? I actually don't like the idea of lifts. To me personally it's a bit strange.
Thanks!!
@Editor
I would enjoy to be taller or at least appear taller. In my country I feel well under average :(
Do you, as a height expert, have a general tip? I actually don't like the idea of lifts. To me personally it's a bit strange.
Thanks!!
[Editor Rob: yeah, lifts aren't for everybody...but it's an option for those who want to look taller on occasions.
I don't judge anybody who wears them, especially if it improves their confidence a bit.
Other than that, working on optimal posture might help you stand naturally taller]
I don't judge anybody who wears them, especially if it improves their confidence a bit.
Other than that, working on optimal posture might help you stand naturally taller]
SportsHeight said on 12/Nov/17
Rob, how much do standard TOMS shoes add?
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Rob, how much do standard TOMS shoes add?
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[Editor Rob: about 1cm]
Christian-6'5 3/8 said on 11/Nov/17
Rob, I heard that Nike canvas sneakers give 7/8", but visually they look like they would give the same as 5/8" Converse and Vans. How much do you think these give? Click Here
Rob, I heard that Nike canvas sneakers give 7/8", but visually they look like they would give the same as 5/8" Converse and Vans. How much do you think these give? Click Here
[Editor Rob: ones like that usually aren't much different than converse, I have a pair of nike similar and they aren't that much over half inch.]
zell said on 1/Nov/17
rob, how much does adidas campus give? i really need to know, cause im about to buy one
rob, how much does adidas campus give? i really need to know, cause im about to buy one
[Editor Rob: just under an inch]
MikeFlorida said on 28/Oct/17
Earlier this week I received from Don's Shoes, the RL classic with 2.5 inch total boost. The leather is exceptional, the MST makes them comfortable combined with the softer sole. These shoes are excellent.
Earlier this week I received from Don's Shoes, the RL classic with 2.5 inch total boost. The leather is exceptional, the MST makes them comfortable combined with the softer sole. These shoes are excellent.
Blake said on 20/Oct/17
Rob, an idea for a youtube video if you ever have spare time for it try and complete everyday tasks in elevator shoes. You could show the difference between 2 inch boost and 4 inch boost and showing how you need to gradually adapt rather than chuck them on care free
Rob, an idea for a youtube video if you ever have spare time for it try and complete everyday tasks in elevator shoes. You could show the difference between 2 inch boost and 4 inch boost and showing how you need to gradually adapt rather than chuck them on care free
184man said on 20/Oct/17
If I wore a sneaker similar to this Click Here how much would they give? Also and in general rob and how much sneakers give especially designer ones?
If I wore a sneaker similar to this Click Here how much would they give? Also and in general rob and how much sneakers give especially designer ones?
[Editor Rob: no more than 0.6 inch, slightly under it in fact...
a low sneaker is 0.5, a thick one is 1.3-1.4]
a low sneaker is 0.5, a thick one is 1.3-1.4]
Unsure (Now I'm sure I'm 174 cm) said on 17/Oct/17
If I'm reading this right, you get 1.8 cm of height increase inside your sock? Any thoughts on this or any brand you recommend for this? One could conceivably wear this indoors under two pairs of socks to appear taller. One could even go to the doctor and get measured taller!
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If I'm reading this right, you get 1.8 cm of height increase inside your sock? Any thoughts on this or any brand you recommend for this? One could conceivably wear this indoors under two pairs of socks to appear taller. One could even go to the doctor and get measured taller!
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[Editor Rob: yes, you could put them in your socks, there are some insoles like that which are designed as lifts for inside socks.]
Charles said on 11/Oct/17
Hey Rob, I have a couple of height-related questions if you don't mind. Used to think I was 5'10, but it turned out that I had really, really bad spine and shoulder mobility, preventing me from standing straight. After just a short period of stretching, I have measured a comfortable 5'11, and I think that it is possible that my lumbar and upper thoracic spine may conceal an additional 0.5-1 inch. Do you think that I am an unusual case (I have been tense and hunched over since my preteens), or is it possible that a lot of people could "grow" up to an inch or two by simply fixing their posture? Before, even if I really, really tried to stand tall, I could only manage a strong 5'10 to 5'10.5 at best--and I'm in my mid 20s, so I doubt that there has been actual growth.
Now, for the second question. I'm no longer obsessed with being tall (my father is a very tall man and I used to feel very insecure in his presence before I realized that confidence can't be rooted in size), but I am still interested in determining if the height "gained" could be socially beneficial. I have a fairly large wingspan of 6'3 and a slightly longer than average torso (my legs are indeed those of an average strong 5'10 guy). If I wear thick boots (say Timberlands or cuban-heeled such) with a discreet lift (0.5-1 inch perhaps) and brush my hair up, how tall do you think that I could look to people, and do you think that people who already know me from the past will notice that I look taller?
Hey Rob, I have a couple of height-related questions if you don't mind. Used to think I was 5'10, but it turned out that I had really, really bad spine and shoulder mobility, preventing me from standing straight. After just a short period of stretching, I have measured a comfortable 5'11, and I think that it is possible that my lumbar and upper thoracic spine may conceal an additional 0.5-1 inch. Do you think that I am an unusual case (I have been tense and hunched over since my preteens), or is it possible that a lot of people could "grow" up to an inch or two by simply fixing their posture? Before, even if I really, really tried to stand tall, I could only manage a strong 5'10 to 5'10.5 at best--and I'm in my mid 20s, so I doubt that there has been actual growth.
Now, for the second question. I'm no longer obsessed with being tall (my father is a very tall man and I used to feel very insecure in his presence before I realized that confidence can't be rooted in size), but I am still interested in determining if the height "gained" could be socially beneficial. I have a fairly large wingspan of 6'3 and a slightly longer than average torso (my legs are indeed those of an average strong 5'10 guy). If I wear thick boots (say Timberlands or cuban-heeled such) with a discreet lift (0.5-1 inch perhaps) and brush my hair up, how tall do you think that I could look to people, and do you think that people who already know me from the past will notice that I look taller?
[Editor Rob: there's definitely a proportion who could benefit from exercises to recover hidden height.
Some people 5ft 11 range could fool others into thinking they were 6ft 1-2 with cowboy boots, great posture and tall hair.]
Some people 5ft 11 range could fool others into thinking they were 6ft 1-2 with cowboy boots, great posture and tall hair.]
RobV said on 10/Oct/17
Indeed, Editor Rob there is a limit on how high you can go from the heel - the strain on the calf and toes can't wear it above a certain height. But you hit on the right point when you refer to the need for a bit of a platform INSIDE (made to look like a thinner sole but with a wedge inside the boot). That in fact is the key to why these 6" boots are a success - totally hidden extra height.
And interestingly I assure you I have never had any problems with height adding at that level. As long as the boot is designed to function at 4", 5" or now 6", they are really walkable. I always test anything new for several hours by firstly short walks (just in case it's "aaargh, no way, get me home") and then longer ones. You are right about the need to graduate and get used to height addition, no doubt, but three or four eyars ago i went from regular lifts (always a bit tricky to finese but any port in a storm), onto the 4" Don's and Guido Maggi, then a 5" pair and now the 6" Hong Kong style. I would say that there is no greater difficult walking in the 6" than in the 4". I think it is simply design and an understanding of those specific points about the need for balance between front and back, heel and toe
Indeed, Editor Rob there is a limit on how high you can go from the heel - the strain on the calf and toes can't wear it above a certain height. But you hit on the right point when you refer to the need for a bit of a platform INSIDE (made to look like a thinner sole but with a wedge inside the boot). That in fact is the key to why these 6" boots are a success - totally hidden extra height.
And interestingly I assure you I have never had any problems with height adding at that level. As long as the boot is designed to function at 4", 5" or now 6", they are really walkable. I always test anything new for several hours by firstly short walks (just in case it's "aaargh, no way, get me home") and then longer ones. You are right about the need to graduate and get used to height addition, no doubt, but three or four eyars ago i went from regular lifts (always a bit tricky to finese but any port in a storm), onto the 4" Don's and Guido Maggi, then a 5" pair and now the 6" Hong Kong style. I would say that there is no greater difficult walking in the 6" than in the 4". I think it is simply design and an understanding of those specific points about the need for balance between front and back, heel and toe
RobV said on 9/Oct/17
I finally got my 6" elevators from GuidoMaggi recently, having previously bought 5" or 4" elevators from both GuidoMaggi and Don's. The biggest thing I had been concerned about beforehand was walkability - having seen the idea of what they might look like (v similar to the 5" styles really) I wasn't bothered about them looking too 'blocky'. They looked fine. But now I have them and have walked a fair way in them, I can tell you that they are v v comfortable (like all the other elevators I have bought from the two companies).
It begs the question of course as to the limit (6" now so where next?!), and my advice to anyone with these is to take it easy and go for a lower level first. But they absolutely do not look like you are adding height and for me they are genuinely a stunning added weapon to my height addition armoury - in fact, with the stitching (I got the Hong Kong style) they remind me a bit of Docs or a kind of workwear boot with a bit of fashion to them.
If anyone has any questions about them, please feel free to ask.
I finally got my 6" elevators from GuidoMaggi recently, having previously bought 5" or 4" elevators from both GuidoMaggi and Don's. The biggest thing I had been concerned about beforehand was walkability - having seen the idea of what they might look like (v similar to the 5" styles really) I wasn't bothered about them looking too 'blocky'. They looked fine. But now I have them and have walked a fair way in them, I can tell you that they are v v comfortable (like all the other elevators I have bought from the two companies).
It begs the question of course as to the limit (6" now so where next?!), and my advice to anyone with these is to take it easy and go for a lower level first. But they absolutely do not look like you are adding height and for me they are genuinely a stunning added weapon to my height addition armoury - in fact, with the stitching (I got the Hong Kong style) they remind me a bit of Docs or a kind of workwear boot with a bit of fashion to them.
If anyone has any questions about them, please feel free to ask.
[Editor Rob: we have the limit of how much our feet can go on tip toes.
So the platform needs to keep increasing, I suppose the front of the shoe can be made to look like it has a thinner sole, but the insole at the front sits 1-2cm higher up.
Even just walking about indoors on the 5-inch Dons, I think I would struggle outside...though for special occasions or a film/tv show, I could see it being an option for some actors!
Would need a few years of practice and incremental increases to get up to 5-6 inch elevators.]
So the platform needs to keep increasing, I suppose the front of the shoe can be made to look like it has a thinner sole, but the insole at the front sits 1-2cm higher up.
Even just walking about indoors on the 5-inch Dons, I think I would struggle outside...though for special occasions or a film/tv show, I could see it being an option for some actors!
Would need a few years of practice and incremental increases to get up to 5-6 inch elevators.]
brandonknight said on 7/Oct/17
What ever happened to the sneakers page? It was very useful.
What ever happened to the sneakers page? It was very useful.
[Editor Rob: worth repeating to show how silly Google are.
Several times this occurred:
On another website (that were hacked) Chinese spammers simply cloaked the sneaker page and Google thought 'hey, this cloaked version must be the original' so removed my sneakers page from the search engine and replaced the Chinese spammers 'cloaked' version instead.
They were notified of this numerous times and said 'nothing is wrong'...unbelievable really, absolute idiots.
What's worse is, if a user in the search engine clicked this cloaked sneaker page link, they were redirected to a dummy/fake page selling imaginary nike sneakers. The spammers were trying to trick users to get credit card info and defraud them.
And Google seemed happy to promote these spammers who were copying/cloaking a page from here and then redirecting people to a fake sneaker site to defraud customers. You cannot make this up!
I had to take it into my own hands and spent a lot of time researching domains these scammers used and got a lot of their domains delisted as they used fake information in the domain registry to hide who they were.
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Several times this occurred:
On another website (that were hacked) Chinese spammers simply cloaked the sneaker page and Google thought 'hey, this cloaked version must be the original' so removed my sneakers page from the search engine and replaced the Chinese spammers 'cloaked' version instead.
They were notified of this numerous times and said 'nothing is wrong'...unbelievable really, absolute idiots.
What's worse is, if a user in the search engine clicked this cloaked sneaker page link, they were redirected to a dummy/fake page selling imaginary nike sneakers. The spammers were trying to trick users to get credit card info and defraud them.
And Google seemed happy to promote these spammers who were copying/cloaking a page from here and then redirecting people to a fake sneaker site to defraud customers. You cannot make this up!
I had to take it into my own hands and spent a lot of time researching domains these scammers used and got a lot of their domains delisted as they used fake information in the domain registry to hide who they were.
]
Christian-6'5 3/8 said on 6/Oct/17
Rob, how much do you think these types of classic sneakers give? It says "heel measures approximately 1.25" in the description below, but I'm not sure if it actually gives you that much Click Here
Rob, how much do you think these types of classic sneakers give? It says "heel measures approximately 1.25" in the description below, but I'm not sure if it actually gives you that much Click Here
[Editor Rob: new they will definitely give in that range, but after a bit of wear might soften down nearer 1 inch flat]
datguy said on 28/Sep/17
Hey rob how much can the insoles of a boot compress?
Hey rob how much can the insoles of a boot compress?
[Editor Rob: some insoles hold up well, but most will compress a bit, a couple of mm up to even 1/3rd inch in some models of footwear.]
Bobby said on 28/Sep/17
@Jug, so you're like 6'2.25 and you don't feel tall? You're four inches taller than I am, try being 5'10. Not that I feel short but I'd definitely would love to be your height.
@Jug, so you're like 6'2.25 and you don't feel tall? You're four inches taller than I am, try being 5'10. Not that I feel short but I'd definitely would love to be your height.
Alex said on 27/Sep/17
Hi rob, was wondering how much height these reebok classics give? Like 3cm maybe?
Link: Click Here
Hi rob, was wondering how much height these reebok classics give? Like 3cm maybe?
Link: Click Here
[Editor Rob: I done a Video measuring a pair of Classics, they give a decent thickness!]
RobV said on 22/Sep/17
@ jug as someone who has worn elevators and lifts for years, I am not sure I agree with you when you say: "Shoes that claim to make you four inches taller will give you about two inches max". They will not give you the full 4 inches more (because of course normal shoes give you a certain amount
anyway, and there is always a bit of a loss through the angle of your feet in them) but I reckon they can give you about 3 inches. It does of course depend upon what you normally wear. But it is an important point to understand - wearing a normal pair of workboots gives you an "elevator" of well over an inch over your normal height so the actual addition to your normal height as seen in 4" elevators might indeed be around 2". But that goes with the territory - bottom line is that a 4" boots will give you up to 3 real inches as perceived by others.
@ jug as someone who has worn elevators and lifts for years, I am not sure I agree with you when you say: "Shoes that claim to make you four inches taller will give you about two inches max". They will not give you the full 4 inches more (because of course normal shoes give you a certain amount
anyway, and there is always a bit of a loss through the angle of your feet in them) but I reckon they can give you about 3 inches. It does of course depend upon what you normally wear. But it is an important point to understand - wearing a normal pair of workboots gives you an "elevator" of well over an inch over your normal height so the actual addition to your normal height as seen in 4" elevators might indeed be around 2". But that goes with the territory - bottom line is that a 4" boots will give you up to 3 real inches as perceived by others.
Unsure (Now I'm sure I'm 174 cm) said on 21/Sep/17
How tall would I appear to most people in the "Midsole Tech" Don's that give 3.1 inches of total height increase?
A big thank you for being a great resource. I'm really trying to present the best me to the world possible.
How tall would I appear to most people in the "Midsole Tech" Don's that give 3.1 inches of total height increase?
A big thank you for being a great resource. I'm really trying to present the best me to the world possible.
[Editor Rob: you will be appearing 2 inches taller than normal, that is compared to if you were wearing a 1-inch shoe regularly.
Also with elevators of any kind, I think like heels and women, it helps you stand straighter.]
Also with elevators of any kind, I think like heels and women, it helps you stand straighter.]
Jug said on 19/Sep/17
Thank you, RobV. I figured that was probably the way to go. I'm glad someone was able to confirm it for me.
Thank you, RobV. I figured that was probably the way to go. I'm glad someone was able to confirm it for me.
Jug said on 17/Sep/17
I am a little over 6'2 barefoot. In cowboy boots I am about 6'4. I honestly don't feel that tall when out in public. It sounds tall but it isn't that tall. I wouldn't stand out in a crowd really. I have tried elevator shoes and there isn't that much of a difference. Shoes that claim to make you four inches taller will give you about two inches max. The only real solution is to accept yourself for who you are.
I am a little over 6'2 barefoot. In cowboy boots I am about 6'4. I honestly don't feel that tall when out in public. It sounds tall but it isn't that tall. I wouldn't stand out in a crowd really. I have tried elevator shoes and there isn't that much of a difference. Shoes that claim to make you four inches taller will give you about two inches max. The only real solution is to accept yourself for who you are.
ajs said on 16/Sep/17
Dear @Christensen, he tends to use generic boxes or whatever he has on hand. The return address on the shipping label is for a T-Shirt shop, so there's no reference to shoes or boots or anything like that. In case you don't know, although Allan ("Don") is Scottish by birth, he's living and doing business out of Thailand, so the packaging and return address will be from there....that might raise a few questions about why you're getting packages from Thailand!
Dear @Christensen, he tends to use generic boxes or whatever he has on hand. The return address on the shipping label is for a T-Shirt shop, so there's no reference to shoes or boots or anything like that. In case you don't know, although Allan ("Don") is Scottish by birth, he's living and doing business out of Thailand, so the packaging and return address will be from there....that might raise a few questions about why you're getting packages from Thailand!
Dude said on 14/Sep/17
Rob how much extra height would a pair of Clarks original desert boots add? Click Here
Rob how much extra height would a pair of Clarks original desert boots add? Click Here
Christensen said on 11/Sep/17
Rob do you know what the packaging for Don's shoe deliveries is like? Does it say Don's on it? Asking because I wouldn't want a family member to see the package and Google Don's + find out, haha.
Rob do you know what the packaging for Don's shoe deliveries is like? Does it say Don's on it? Asking because I wouldn't want a family member to see the package and Google Don's + find out, haha.
[Editor Rob: well it came wrapped, at least the last time I checked and the box was inside, though the box itself says Don's on it.]
Anonymous said on 8/Sep/17
I love the D'Etna style from Don's Footwear. So comfortable, I wish the 5 inch model was taller. Highly recommended, though they may not be for everyone.
I love the D'Etna style from Don's Footwear. So comfortable, I wish the 5 inch model was taller. Highly recommended, though they may not be for everyone.
Jim said on 6/Sep/17
So who has the edge barefoot - you or Jenny?
So who has the edge barefoot - you or Jenny?
[Editor Rob: Jenny has shrunk now, 10 years ago our evening heights were near identical, now hers is nearly half inch lower.]
sean5 said on 4/Sep/17
Do you know how much 2.75" or 3.1" MST Dons shoe could give? thanks
Do you know how much 2.75" or 3.1" MST Dons shoe could give? thanks
[Editor Rob: not much less than those figures, like a small fraction.]
Ben said on 31/Aug/17
@176.2 The shorts are a bit too big and makes me appear stocky. With jeans I have long legs. I can see if I can get a hold of a photo.
My legs are quite long people usually say, haha.
@176.2 The shorts are a bit too big and makes me appear stocky. With jeans I have long legs. I can see if I can get a hold of a photo.
My legs are quite long people usually say, haha.
RobV said on 24/Aug/17
@ Jug. As a long time user of elevators and lifts, then I have worked out that if you want to add a bit of additional lift (through insoles or an extra lift) to elevators you must buy a bigger size. It works perfectly. If you don't do that, it is more difficult to add more height and the boots will pinch.
@ Jug. As a long time user of elevators and lifts, then I have worked out that if you want to add a bit of additional lift (through insoles or an extra lift) to elevators you must buy a bigger size. It works perfectly. If you don't do that, it is more difficult to add more height and the boots will pinch.
James said on 20/Aug/17
Hi Rob, big fan of this site for years. I was just wondering why the "Sneakers" page is not accessible any more. The page with the list of sneakers that shows how much height the regular shoes give. Is there a reason why it's not up any more?
Hi Rob, big fan of this site for years. I was just wondering why the "Sneakers" page is not accessible any more. The page with the list of sneakers that shows how much height the regular shoes give. Is there a reason why it's not up any more?
[Editor Rob: there was an issue with Google indexing a spammer who 'cloaked' the page and removing the real one from the index.
The spammers cloaked page redirected anybody who clicked to a fake Nike site.
They done this several times with the page over a few years. Google aren't as smart as they think, spammers can easily fool them, and they don't seem to care...]
The spammers cloaked page redirected anybody who clicked to a fake Nike site.
They done this several times with the page over a few years. Google aren't as smart as they think, spammers can easily fool them, and they don't seem to care...]
176.2 said on 16/Aug/17
@Ben
You seem to have very short legs or in other words an exceptionally long torso for 5'9+ guy (pic with 168 friend). Giving the fact legs/arms stop growing first you should start a career as a swimmer if torso's still gaining.
@Ben
You seem to have very short legs or in other words an exceptionally long torso for 5'9+ guy (pic with 168 friend). Giving the fact legs/arms stop growing first you should start a career as a swimmer if torso's still gaining.
Bobby said on 15/Aug/17
Hey Rob, quick question. I have a morning barefoot height of 5'10.5 or 179.1cm, I checked the previous night's and given my average 4.5 inch eye level, I had an eye level of 167.75cm in the morning. In 2.5 inch lifts, I would measure 6'1 on the nose. Do I have the chance of appearing a solid to weak 6ft throughout the day? Would people think of me as a six footer?
Hey Rob, quick question. I have a morning barefoot height of 5'10.5 or 179.1cm, I checked the previous night's and given my average 4.5 inch eye level, I had an eye level of 167.75cm in the morning. In 2.5 inch lifts, I would measure 6'1 on the nose. Do I have the chance of appearing a solid to weak 6ft throughout the day? Would people think of me as a six footer?
[Editor Rob: eyelevel isn't low, so if you wore 2.5 inch elevators you would probably make many think you were six foot.]
theL4st said on 12/Aug/17
rob when you recommend a 2 inch elevator do you mean 2 inches including the heel or just the actual lift ? also are there any comfort insoles (not lifts) that give 0.75-1 inch range ?
rob when you recommend a 2 inch elevator do you mean 2 inches including the heel or just the actual lift ? also are there any comfort insoles (not lifts) that give 0.75-1 inch range ?
[Editor Rob: I mean a shoe that gives in total 2 inches.]
Ben said on 9/Aug/17
Jug, I would suggest a size smaller or the same size. If it's too big then it might not fit into the shoe.
Jug, I would suggest a size smaller or the same size. If it's too big then it might not fit into the shoe.
Chilean said on 9/Aug/17
Rob if i decide to wear elevator plataforms in healthy terms how much height you recomend for dont have knee or back problems
Rob if i decide to wear elevator plataforms in healthy terms how much height you recomend for dont have knee or back problems
[Editor Rob: I recommend starting with 2 inch and then later move to 2.5 if you feel an extra half inch is needed or desired.
the higher the angle our feet are at, the more strains and risks we take, hence I wouldn't go too high.]
the higher the angle our feet are at, the more strains and risks we take, hence I wouldn't go too high.]
Unsure (Now I'm sure I'm 174 cm) said on 8/Aug/17
How much height increase are in the Don's 5 inch elevator boots I just purchased?
How much in the 3 inch elevator shoes with midsole tech?
How much height increase are in the Don's 5 inch elevator boots I just purchased?
How much in the 3 inch elevator shoes with midsole tech?
[Editor Rob: it's such a high angle that you won't really get more than 4 inches.]
Jug said on 8/Aug/17
Question for anyone: If I wanted to add my own increasing insoles to a shoe that was already an elevator shoe, should I order the shoe a size larger, or what?
Question for anyone: If I wanted to add my own increasing insoles to a shoe that was already an elevator shoe, should I order the shoe a size larger, or what?
Mighty said on 4/Aug/17
Rob, are you 5'8 with or without shoes?
Rob, are you 5'8 with or without shoes?
[Editor Rob: my low height is 5ft 8 1/8th without shoes]
Ben said on 4/Aug/17
Hahahaha, you must've been looking all around you like, "What the f-?!".
But I'm crossing my fingers for meeting you one day! :)
I think it's likely to happen while I'm in London with my class cuz I'll graduate high school in 2019 so it will likely be May or June 2019 and if I'm lucky there will be a convention taking place which makes it likely for you to be there.
IF that would happen, perhaps we could meet up. :)
Hahahaha, you must've been looking all around you like, "What the f-?!".
But I'm crossing my fingers for meeting you one day! :)
I think it's likely to happen while I'm in London with my class cuz I'll graduate high school in 2019 so it will likely be May or June 2019 and if I'm lucky there will be a convention taking place which makes it likely for you to be there.
IF that would happen, perhaps we could meet up. :)
Shredder said on 4/Aug/17
Rob how much do vans add? I'm asking because I measured a friend at night in them with a pen on a wall on and he was between 5'7 7/8 and 5 '8 in them , how tall do you think he'd be midday?
Rob how much do vans add? I'm asking because I measured a friend at night in them with a pen on a wall on and he was between 5'7 7/8 and 5 '8 in them , how tall do you think he'd be midday?
[Editor Rob: the last time I measured a classic pair of vans they were right in the 0.5-0.6 range]
Blake said on 3/Aug/17
I can't see the height challenge page anywhere
I can't see the height challenge page anywhere
[Editor Rob: it's got a link to it in the faq again, but Here is a link]
Rising - 174 cm said on 3/Aug/17
@Rob: That's certainly true on all counts. Your neighbor you were surprised to learn tried them is a good example. They are quite well known so anyone who wants to look taller may look into it. I'm sure this is even more true in Hollywood where I'd be surprised to find an actor who doesn't know about them. I've even seen commercials for insert lifts. The basic idea can be seen in the 30s and 40s going back to the days of Bogart and Boris Karloff or even Stalin. I have no doubt it's common among political leaders outside of the few obvious ones. On one Criminal Minds episode, Hotchner profiles a defense attorney cross-examining him and reveals the attorney was wearing lifts and in another episode, it's revealed a bank robber's height varies on surveillance footage because he wears lifts.
That's true about spotting smaller lifts, but most of the time when trying to determine if an actor wears lifts, I check their appearances on a talk show first as it provides a good chance to see their ankle. The same thing holds true for courtside seats at basketball games and pretty much anywhere while sitting down provided the boot isn't higher than the ankle. I do think people can get carried away thinking lifts are everywhere when it's still undoubtedly a relatively small percentage even in Hollywood who wear them, but anyone who appears conscious of their height could potentially wear them and it's certainly a better alternative than what Milo Ventimiglia is doing now!
@Rob: That's certainly true on all counts. Your neighbor you were surprised to learn tried them is a good example. They are quite well known so anyone who wants to look taller may look into it. I'm sure this is even more true in Hollywood where I'd be surprised to find an actor who doesn't know about them. I've even seen commercials for insert lifts. The basic idea can be seen in the 30s and 40s going back to the days of Bogart and Boris Karloff or even Stalin. I have no doubt it's common among political leaders outside of the few obvious ones. On one Criminal Minds episode, Hotchner profiles a defense attorney cross-examining him and reveals the attorney was wearing lifts and in another episode, it's revealed a bank robber's height varies on surveillance footage because he wears lifts.
That's true about spotting smaller lifts, but most of the time when trying to determine if an actor wears lifts, I check their appearances on a talk show first as it provides a good chance to see their ankle. The same thing holds true for courtside seats at basketball games and pretty much anywhere while sitting down provided the boot isn't higher than the ankle. I do think people can get carried away thinking lifts are everywhere when it's still undoubtedly a relatively small percentage even in Hollywood who wear them, but anyone who appears conscious of their height could potentially wear them and it's certainly a better alternative than what Milo Ventimiglia is doing now!
Ben said on 2/Aug/17
Hmm...camera angles are tricky. Does it look like I tower him?
Oh and by the way I'm really hoping that we will cross paths one day. Perhaps when I'm in London in May or June 2019.
I have this funny thought yet creepy thought of me seeing you at a comic con in 2019 and I'm going behind you and say "Big Rob from Celebheights here" and you look behind you like "What in the...." 😂
Hmm...camera angles are tricky. Does it look like I tower him?
Oh and by the way I'm really hoping that we will cross paths one day. Perhaps when I'm in London in May or June 2019.
I have this funny thought yet creepy thought of me seeing you at a comic con in 2019 and I'm going behind you and say "Big Rob from Celebheights here" and you look behind you like "What in the...." 😂
[Editor Rob: not really a 'towering' effect.
I've heard people on the odd occasion say 'Hey rob' in public, but it's very rare!]
I've heard people on the odd occasion say 'Hey rob' in public, but it's very rare!]
Blake said on 2/Aug/17
Rob, any chance of a return for the sneaker page by next year? Btw I asked this question several times but I guess you didn't want to answer it why would you completely eliminate the height challenge and user heights I think the pages without new comments are still interesting and useful for height comparisons and looking at the history of the site.
Rob, any chance of a return for the sneaker page by next year? Btw I asked this question several times but I guess you didn't want to answer it why would you completely eliminate the height challenge and user heights I think the pages without new comments are still interesting and useful for height comparisons and looking at the history of the site.
[Editor Rob: yeah, the Height Challenge page is working, but the User Heights is best permanently retired. I'm not sure about sneakers, it caused a lot of issues with Google, but never say never!]
Airmax said on 2/Aug/17
Hey Rob!
Nike Air Max 90 give 3.5 cm, but what about Nike Air Max Zero? They both look similar, but it looks air max 90 is abit thicker, what do you think?
Nike Air Max 90 Click Here
Nike Air Max Zero Click Here
Hey Rob!
Nike Air Max 90 give 3.5 cm, but what about Nike Air Max Zero? They both look similar, but it looks air max 90 is abit thicker, what do you think?
Nike Air Max 90 Click Here
Nike Air Max Zero Click Here
[Editor Rob: I'd need to look inside the zero again, but the origianl 90's can give 1.1 or 1.3 if the bigger size like 10-12]
JeffSeid said on 1/Aug/17
Hey Rob, are the midsole tech in Dons removable so I can also put it in regular high top shoes?
Hey Rob, are the midsole tech in Dons removable so I can also put it in regular high top shoes?
[Editor Rob: no, they are glued into the shoe.]
Ben said on 1/Aug/17
Hey Rob!
How tall do I look here next to my 5'6.25" friend?
Click Here
Hey Rob!
How tall do I look here next to my 5'6.25" friend?
Click Here
[Editor Rob: being closer adds some a bit of height, so it's not like a side by side posed shot.]
TallerMan said on 31/Jul/17
Just wanted to add my 2 cents. I looked on this forum, and was a little bit skeptical about ordering a pair of shoes from halfway across the world, but I thought I'd give it a shot. I've ordered 3 pairs of Dons in the past few years. They're all very high quality shoes, they look much more expensive than he charges you. Also he's very accommodating, so if you have a specific request or requirement, he'll be able to do that as well. My first two weren't mid sole tech, but my latest one was. Mid sole tech makes a huge difference, you can actually wear them the whole day, and they'll look like really nice dress shoes. For the price he charges, they're a steal. You won't be disappointed.
Just wanted to add my 2 cents. I looked on this forum, and was a little bit skeptical about ordering a pair of shoes from halfway across the world, but I thought I'd give it a shot. I've ordered 3 pairs of Dons in the past few years. They're all very high quality shoes, they look much more expensive than he charges you. Also he's very accommodating, so if you have a specific request or requirement, he'll be able to do that as well. My first two weren't mid sole tech, but my latest one was. Mid sole tech makes a huge difference, you can actually wear them the whole day, and they'll look like really nice dress shoes. For the price he charges, they're a steal. You won't be disappointed.
Rising - 174 cm said on 31/Jul/17
Wow, found another DiFabrizio, an Australian-based shoemaker naming names: Click Here
I have spotted Jeremy Piven in elevator shoes, which should surprise no one. Considering Kevin Connolly makes Piven seem tall, that's not a shocker either. The big reveal is George Clooney, but I did read elsewhere that he got lifts for red carpets with Stacy Keibler. That sounds plausible to me, but I don't think he'd wear them much otherwise. I owe an apology to Brad though about Mark Wahlberg since I had seen him wearing elevators for the Italian Job, but I thought he was content with no more than 1.5" Timberlands off screen. Finally, there's "Jacob Black" from the Twilight films, who I'm now informed is Taylor Lautner.
Wow, found another DiFabrizio, an Australian-based shoemaker naming names: Click Here
I have spotted Jeremy Piven in elevator shoes, which should surprise no one. Considering Kevin Connolly makes Piven seem tall, that's not a shocker either. The big reveal is George Clooney, but I did read elsewhere that he got lifts for red carpets with Stacy Keibler. That sounds plausible to me, but I don't think he'd wear them much otherwise. I owe an apology to Brad though about Mark Wahlberg since I had seen him wearing elevators for the Italian Job, but I thought he was content with no more than 1.5" Timberlands off screen. Finally, there's "Jacob Black" from the Twilight films, who I'm now informed is Taylor Lautner.
[Editor Rob: certain actors will buy under friends or even an agent's name I'm sure...but there is certainly a lot of people in the entertainment world who will have worn them that we may never know...the small half or 3/4 inch lifts are really too hard to tell unless you can photograph them sitting down and figure out their ankle position is too high.]
Ben said on 30/Jul/17
Rob, if you are in converse and you see someone edges you out but he's wearing Nike Airmax. Who would you say is taller?
Rob, if you are in converse and you see someone edges you out but he's wearing Nike Airmax. Who would you say is taller?
[Editor Rob: they might be so close barefoot that it would need a measurement to check who edged it.]
Rising - 174 cm said on 26/Jul/17
That's also true, Rob. Not to mention a simple raised eye with a lowered one, uneven ground(which will be the norm on a NYC sidewalk for instance) and the celeb walking by fast, perhaps even with their head down trying to go unnoticed. There are a number of things that can make someone seem several inches shorter than they are, especially if you were expecting them to be taller, which will leave an impression over time, regardless of how well you remember how they look.
That's also true, Rob. Not to mention a simple raised eye with a lowered one, uneven ground(which will be the norm on a NYC sidewalk for instance) and the celeb walking by fast, perhaps even with their head down trying to go unnoticed. There are a number of things that can make someone seem several inches shorter than they are, especially if you were expecting them to be taller, which will leave an impression over time, regardless of how well you remember how they look.
Jack said on 26/Jul/17
Hi rob, I've heard that adidas Stan smiths give around 3cm, is that true?
Hi rob, I've heard that adidas Stan smiths give around 3cm, is that true?
[Editor Rob: no, they aren't more than 2cm]
Rising - 174 cm said on 25/Jul/17
The funny thing is people actually have noticed my fluctuating height, although mostly family. I was wearing 2.75" Cuban heel boots recently and a 5'4"-5'5" cousin said to me "I don't remember you being this tall." Then an uncle of mine who is probably still near 5'8" and usually about eye to eye with me looked down at my feet a few years back when I was wearing 2" heeled Cubans with either a 1" or 2" lifts inside. Then there were a few more occasions that spring to mind. One was my height was remarked on when I was wearing 1.75" heeled cowboy boots with a 1" lift inside and another time recently when I was just wearing 1.75" cowboy boots.
But you're 100% right about eye witness reports. It's known to be the least reliable testimony and as you mention, there's data to back it up. I've tried to convince a few people on this site that someone estimating someone at or around a certain height, doesn't mean they are. Even when I haven't worn lifts or heeled boots, I've been estimated anywhere from as short as 5'6" up to at least 5'10".
The funny thing is people actually have noticed my fluctuating height, although mostly family. I was wearing 2.75" Cuban heel boots recently and a 5'4"-5'5" cousin said to me "I don't remember you being this tall." Then an uncle of mine who is probably still near 5'8" and usually about eye to eye with me looked down at my feet a few years back when I was wearing 2" heeled Cubans with either a 1" or 2" lifts inside. Then there were a few more occasions that spring to mind. One was my height was remarked on when I was wearing 1.75" heeled cowboy boots with a 1" lift inside and another time recently when I was just wearing 1.75" cowboy boots.
But you're 100% right about eye witness reports. It's known to be the least reliable testimony and as you mention, there's data to back it up. I've tried to convince a few people on this site that someone estimating someone at or around a certain height, doesn't mean they are. Even when I haven't worn lifts or heeled boots, I've been estimated anywhere from as short as 5'6" up to at least 5'10".
[Editor Rob: also, sometimes with actors, the person might see the actor walking by and they can look shorter when you are standing and they are walking.]
RobV said on 23/Jul/17
Editor Rob, I think you would be astonished at how people are not actually that observant and would not usually notice a 'sudden 1.5" jump' in height, even in someone fairly close. That amount is just too small to alter the perceptions in a way that makes someone think "added height". My mother is a psychologist and works for the police in the Uk. She has done countless tests and studies showing why witnesses get almost everything wrong in terms of their descriptions of those alleged to have committed a crime. She also says that the reason people think others will notice comparatively minor things about themselves that are different is that they themselves notice (of course) and are self conscious about changes, while almost everyone else is not interested: in one test she had 20 people who were planning to stop wearing glasses and go for contacts sign up for a study - 'don't tell anyone you are dumping your specs' - and not one of their colleagues noticed they had stopped wearing specs. Not one. A fairly major thing involving the face and no-one noticed.
From my own long experience of lifts and elevators, a gradual increase in height is for sure best. And much depends upon lifestyle or existing height - you cannot play soccer with mates as a 5'8" guy and then climb onto 4" elevators in the changing room without someone noticing (but even then you would be surprised how few actually would). But if your lifestyle fits it, and you do not constantly run around with no footwear, I think you would be amazed how much added height you can get away with in the medium to long term. I add 4" every day and have never been rumbled. But it DID take time. In this area too, women seem surprisingly unobservant, which I suspect is to do with the degree to which so many wear heels and go up and down in height themselves.
Over the years I have made my e-mail address available to guys on here and you would be amazed at how many say they cannot believe how no-one noticed once they had added height, even those close to them, after trying lifts and/or buying elevators of varying heights. One guy actually did it to overtake his older brother and he still can barely believe that he gets away with the extra few inches. It's similar to the airport business and detection. I have had guys who have never worn elevators write to me and say they know, for a fact, that "no way can you wear them through security", I reply that I travel dozens of times a year on business always wearing my elevators, and it may appear counter-intuitive, but no-one has ever noticed. I take them off, put them in the tray if asked and still no issue. But because it seems counter-intuitive, guys who have NOT been in that position will not believe that this actually is how it is in the real world. It seems like it cannot be the case, ergo it cannot be.
A good idea with this would be to do some sort of a test - getting someone without an issue to wear a couple of inches of added height in day-to-day situations and see if in fact anyone says anything or notices. A genuine test, not a cod one with nods and winks ("don't you notice anything love?"). Including wife/partner and best mates. I think you would be astonished by the results.
Editor Rob, I think you would be astonished at how people are not actually that observant and would not usually notice a 'sudden 1.5" jump' in height, even in someone fairly close. That amount is just too small to alter the perceptions in a way that makes someone think "added height". My mother is a psychologist and works for the police in the Uk. She has done countless tests and studies showing why witnesses get almost everything wrong in terms of their descriptions of those alleged to have committed a crime. She also says that the reason people think others will notice comparatively minor things about themselves that are different is that they themselves notice (of course) and are self conscious about changes, while almost everyone else is not interested: in one test she had 20 people who were planning to stop wearing glasses and go for contacts sign up for a study - 'don't tell anyone you are dumping your specs' - and not one of their colleagues noticed they had stopped wearing specs. Not one. A fairly major thing involving the face and no-one noticed.
From my own long experience of lifts and elevators, a gradual increase in height is for sure best. And much depends upon lifestyle or existing height - you cannot play soccer with mates as a 5'8" guy and then climb onto 4" elevators in the changing room without someone noticing (but even then you would be surprised how few actually would). But if your lifestyle fits it, and you do not constantly run around with no footwear, I think you would be amazed how much added height you can get away with in the medium to long term. I add 4" every day and have never been rumbled. But it DID take time. In this area too, women seem surprisingly unobservant, which I suspect is to do with the degree to which so many wear heels and go up and down in height themselves.
Over the years I have made my e-mail address available to guys on here and you would be amazed at how many say they cannot believe how no-one noticed once they had added height, even those close to them, after trying lifts and/or buying elevators of varying heights. One guy actually did it to overtake his older brother and he still can barely believe that he gets away with the extra few inches. It's similar to the airport business and detection. I have had guys who have never worn elevators write to me and say they know, for a fact, that "no way can you wear them through security", I reply that I travel dozens of times a year on business always wearing my elevators, and it may appear counter-intuitive, but no-one has ever noticed. I take them off, put them in the tray if asked and still no issue. But because it seems counter-intuitive, guys who have NOT been in that position will not believe that this actually is how it is in the real world. It seems like it cannot be the case, ergo it cannot be.
A good idea with this would be to do some sort of a test - getting someone without an issue to wear a couple of inches of added height in day-to-day situations and see if in fact anyone says anything or notices. A genuine test, not a cod one with nods and winks ("don't you notice anything love?"). Including wife/partner and best mates. I think you would be astonished by the results.
[Editor Rob: yes, certainly eye witness testimonies show humans can struggle with details at times.
I would certainly increase gradually, at each half inch upgrade people would be used to you at that height for a while, then the next half inch after a while probably won't be noticed much.]
I would certainly increase gradually, at each half inch upgrade people would be used to you at that height for a while, then the next half inch after a while probably won't be noticed much.]
Rising - 174 cm said on 23/Jul/17
Thanks, Rob. 1.25" is what I was thinking as well. They're a fairly popular sneaker.
Thanks, Rob. 1.25" is what I was thinking as well. They're a fairly popular sneaker.
Dan said on 23/Jul/17
Hi Rob and everyone, what have you found gives the most height as far as sneakers (trainers)? The sole not looking too thick and obvious would be a plus as well, but either way...thanks!
Hi Rob and everyone, what have you found gives the most height as far as sneakers (trainers)? The sole not looking too thick and obvious would be a plus as well, but either way...thanks!
Rising - 174 cm said on 20/Jul/17
Hey Rob, since the sneaker page is no more, can you estimate how much these New Balance sneakers Kurt Russell and Mel Gibson are wearing add?
Click Here Click Here
They look bulky enough to potentially be 1.2" range, but then I also suspected they might be a sneaker that looks bulkier than it is and is actually just about an inch.
Hey Rob, since the sneaker page is no more, can you estimate how much these New Balance sneakers Kurt Russell and Mel Gibson are wearing add?
Click Here Click Here
They look bulky enough to potentially be 1.2" range, but then I also suspected they might be a sneaker that looks bulkier than it is and is actually just about an inch.
[Editor Rob: they do have a lot of padding in them, I've seen a similar model that feels over an inch, but certainly not like 1.4 high, maybe 1.2-3 zone. ]
toby said on 20/Jul/17
rob can you do a meet and greet
rob can you do a meet and greet
[Editor Rob: if you ever go to any big convention in UK, like mcm expo/lfcc/collectormania I have met some visitors of celebheights at these events.]
Sean5 said on 16/Jul/17
3 weeks ago I flew with Ryanair from Liverpool airport to Barcerlona and in the security point they made everyone to take their shoes off. I was wearing 2" style Dons Samba, thankfully they didnt think it was suspicious that I was hiding anything in the shoes. And funnily on the return home they didn't make everyone take their shoes off so walked through the scanner with the shoes on with no problem.
3 weeks ago I flew with Ryanair from Liverpool airport to Barcerlona and in the security point they made everyone to take their shoes off. I was wearing 2" style Dons Samba, thankfully they didnt think it was suspicious that I was hiding anything in the shoes. And funnily on the return home they didn't make everyone take their shoes off so walked through the scanner with the shoes on with no problem.
Ben said on 16/Jul/17
Hmm...
When I used to wear crocs it felt more, like an inch or just about 3cm. I mean a pair of new crocs. Old ones might be 0.9-1 inch range in my opinion.
I currently only wear converse with an insole that gives me about 2-4mm boost.
Hmm...
When I used to wear crocs it felt more, like an inch or just about 3cm. I mean a pair of new crocs. Old ones might be 0.9-1 inch range in my opinion.
I currently only wear converse with an insole that gives me about 2-4mm boost.
[Editor Rob: I'd measured crocs years ago for the sneaker page, they gave just under 0.9 inch.]
Ben said on 16/Jul/17
Rob, how much does a pair of crocs give you?
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My 5'6.25" friend wears them all the time and when I'm not wearing any shoes and he's wearing crocs my eyelevel is a bit above his hairline.
Rob, how much does a pair of crocs give you?
Click Here
My 5'6.25" friend wears them all the time and when I'm not wearing any shoes and he's wearing crocs my eyelevel is a bit above his hairline.
[Editor Rob: under an inch, but more like 0.8-0.9 range]
Darius said on 16/Jul/17
Rob, if I, as a 5'7" man wear the 3.8" Dons elevator shoes, what height will I appear to others. 5'10"? I know they are extreme versions, but just wanted to know. Will wearing those shoes easily give away the fact to a person who I meet when wearing those shoes?
Rob, if I, as a 5'7" man wear the 3.8" Dons elevator shoes, what height will I appear to others. 5'10"? I know they are extreme versions, but just wanted to know. Will wearing those shoes easily give away the fact to a person who I meet when wearing those shoes?
[Editor Rob: he could pull off looking a 5ft 10 range guy.
If I wear the 3.8 dons I'd look a decent 5ft 11 to people...]
If I wear the 3.8 dons I'd look a decent 5ft 11 to people...]
RobV said on 15/Jul/17
I have to dispute the claim that "everybody notices you are wearing lifts, once you are at 2.5 inches". I have been wearing lifts and elevators for 17 years and provided you do it right you are never rumbled. I currently wear 4" GuidoMaggi boots, and also have a 4" pair of Dons and a 5" pair and I am careful with what I wear in terms of pants, but they all work fine. If everyone is noticing then you are doing something seriously wrong.
Yes, walking for long distances in higher elevators is something you have to get used to and I would never advise gong straight from flat to my 5" biggies! But they are WAY better than stand-alone lifts in footwear not designed for them, which can be v uncomfortable above an inch-and-a-half. All experiences are different and you have to ease yourself into height addition...and it may not be for you. But that does not speak for all.
I have to dispute the claim that "everybody notices you are wearing lifts, once you are at 2.5 inches". I have been wearing lifts and elevators for 17 years and provided you do it right you are never rumbled. I currently wear 4" GuidoMaggi boots, and also have a 4" pair of Dons and a 5" pair and I am careful with what I wear in terms of pants, but they all work fine. If everyone is noticing then you are doing something seriously wrong.
Yes, walking for long distances in higher elevators is something you have to get used to and I would never advise gong straight from flat to my 5" biggies! But they are WAY better than stand-alone lifts in footwear not designed for them, which can be v uncomfortable above an inch-and-a-half. All experiences are different and you have to ease yourself into height addition...and it may not be for you. But that does not speak for all.
[Editor Rob: to the people who know you...at 2.5 inches it's a 1.5 inch jump over a dress shoe...it's enough that most would realise the sudden height increase.
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Ben said on 15/Jul/17
I measured myself at 180.7 with my converse plus I have put in a sole to make them more comfortable.
I'm 179, how much height does Converse add?
I measured myself at 180.7 with my converse plus I have put in a sole to make them more comfortable.
I'm 179, how much height does Converse add?
[Editor Rob: usually around 1.5cm]
Ian said on 13/Jul/17
rob which brand of insoles would you recommend for max comfort, I am just looking for a solid 1cm boost
rob which brand of insoles would you recommend for max comfort, I am just looking for a solid 1cm boost
[Editor Rob: for a small fraction one of the gel comfort insoles might be useful from Scholl ]
paulie said on 3/Jul/17
What is the best height for lifts?
Is 1.5-2.0 the best range?
I do own a pair of 2.5 inch lifts by Don's and I find them really difficult to walk in. Plus everybody notices that you're wearing lifts once you're at 2.5 because its obvious walking is difficult and cumbersome. They also hurt your feet. Now I know how women feel.
Does anyone have experience with 2 inch heels by Dons. Are they more manageable?
What is the best height for lifts?
Is 1.5-2.0 the best range?
I do own a pair of 2.5 inch lifts by Don's and I find them really difficult to walk in. Plus everybody notices that you're wearing lifts once you're at 2.5 because its obvious walking is difficult and cumbersome. They also hurt your feet. Now I know how women feel.
Does anyone have experience with 2 inch heels by Dons. Are they more manageable?
[Editor Rob: the higher you go above 2 inches, the more it might take to get used to. 2.5 inch for one person might be bearable, but for another like yourself just too much unfortunately.
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Shin-hau Khoo said on 30/Jun/17
I recently made an order on a 6cm height increasing Vercelli model with Allan Donnelly and am satisfied with the work. It is a beautiful shoe.
I want to list out the things I like and really appreciated, namely:
1. the construction is good, he used full grain leather which made my shoe soft and easy to wear, easily comparable to higher priced shoes I have owned
2. the colour is perfect, the matt black is very classy
3. there is a noticeable height increase of exactly 6cm to my overall height which is a great help for me
4. the fit is spot on and accommodated my wide feet nicely - Allan was helpful in analysing the profile pictures of both of my feet which I sent him and crafting my shoe to fit my feet
5. I received my order in 14 days, which is exactly the amount of waiting time Allan advertised. I am lucky to live in South East Asia near Allan's home and workplace in Thailand.
Last but not least, Allan's prices for high quality Made To Order leather shoes are unbeatable, hands down! His ordering webpage at Click Here is also very easy to use and I appreciate that he allowed customers to write down details of special requests in the comment box which he actually follows to his best ability and shoe making skill.
I have chatted with Allan on his website before ordering and after ordering and have decided to be a returning customer. I am glad to have found Don's elevator shoes. I also used Rob's EXCLUSIVE discount code TheAllies1944 at checkout for my 10% discount, courtesy of Celebheights.com
Thank you again, Allan and Rob.
Regards,
Shinhau
I recently made an order on a 6cm height increasing Vercelli model with Allan Donnelly and am satisfied with the work. It is a beautiful shoe.
I want to list out the things I like and really appreciated, namely:
1. the construction is good, he used full grain leather which made my shoe soft and easy to wear, easily comparable to higher priced shoes I have owned
2. the colour is perfect, the matt black is very classy
3. there is a noticeable height increase of exactly 6cm to my overall height which is a great help for me
4. the fit is spot on and accommodated my wide feet nicely - Allan was helpful in analysing the profile pictures of both of my feet which I sent him and crafting my shoe to fit my feet
5. I received my order in 14 days, which is exactly the amount of waiting time Allan advertised. I am lucky to live in South East Asia near Allan's home and workplace in Thailand.
Last but not least, Allan's prices for high quality Made To Order leather shoes are unbeatable, hands down! His ordering webpage at Click Here is also very easy to use and I appreciate that he allowed customers to write down details of special requests in the comment box which he actually follows to his best ability and shoe making skill.
I have chatted with Allan on his website before ordering and after ordering and have decided to be a returning customer. I am glad to have found Don's elevator shoes. I also used Rob's EXCLUSIVE discount code TheAllies1944 at checkout for my 10% discount, courtesy of Celebheights.com
Thank you again, Allan and Rob.
Regards,
Shinhau
Christian-196.5cm (6ft5 3/8) said on 29/Jun/17
@Bobby
Nike Air Maxes are another model of shoes where it gives you less actual height than it looks on the outside. Other examples are skate/canvas shoes which have soft soles.
@Stephan
I wouldn't worry about it. I've worn gel insoles at airports in the past, and not once have I ever been told by officials to remove them or throw them away when they pass through the security machine.
@Bobby
Nike Air Maxes are another model of shoes where it gives you less actual height than it looks on the outside. Other examples are skate/canvas shoes which have soft soles.
@Stephan
I wouldn't worry about it. I've worn gel insoles at airports in the past, and not once have I ever been told by officials to remove them or throw them away when they pass through the security machine.
Jeff said on 28/Jun/17
Stephan, I've been flying around the world since January wearing lifts. I flew out of London in January into America, and since then have flown all across the US, Canada, Mexico and will soon head to another part of the world. Half the time, if not more, I've been wearing heavy lifts and have never had any issues whatsoever, though I do take my shoes off for the scanners.
Stephan, I've been flying around the world since January wearing lifts. I flew out of London in January into America, and since then have flown all across the US, Canada, Mexico and will soon head to another part of the world. Half the time, if not more, I've been wearing heavy lifts and have never had any issues whatsoever, though I do take my shoes off for the scanners.
RisingForce said on 28/Jun/17
Thanks, Rob. 1.3" range is a bit thicker than most men's shoes, though I believe Gibson has something extra in those boots as well. Btw, I've noticed when I put 1" inserts in my high tops or work boots, the shoe really looks different to me, at least on my foot. Maybe it's because these shoes are only slightly big on me.
Thanks, Rob. 1.3" range is a bit thicker than most men's shoes, though I believe Gibson has something extra in those boots as well. Btw, I've noticed when I put 1" inserts in my high tops or work boots, the shoe really looks different to me, at least on my foot. Maybe it's because these shoes are only slightly big on me.
Bobby said on 28/Jun/17
Hey Rob, where do you get most of the height with shoes, on the side or the very back where your heel and achilles tendon will be? I just got a new pair of Nike Air Max because I'm going on vacation next month and I measured the side of the shoe's heel at 1.5 inches and when wearing them, I measured myself at 5'11.25 but I was around 5'10.25 at the time of measuring. I figured I would get up to 5'11.5 or a touch over. So I'm guessing you get most of the height from the back of the shoe? Based on my measurements, I think I'm only getting an inch out of that 1.5 inches, so not quite the full amount.
Hey Rob, where do you get most of the height with shoes, on the side or the very back where your heel and achilles tendon will be? I just got a new pair of Nike Air Max because I'm going on vacation next month and I measured the side of the shoe's heel at 1.5 inches and when wearing them, I measured myself at 5'11.25 but I was around 5'10.25 at the time of measuring. I figured I would get up to 5'11.5 or a touch over. So I'm guessing you get most of the height from the back of the shoe? Based on my measurements, I think I'm only getting an inch out of that 1.5 inches, so not quite the full amount.
[Editor Rob: Many shoes have a slope just after the ankle point, so the heel area is quite flat. But these are typically shoes in 0.5-1.25 range.
When you get over 1.25, usually the heel area will slope a bit.
Some sneakers have thicker soles on the outside, than on the inside. Many air max styles can give 1-1.4 inch range.]
When you get over 1.25, usually the heel area will slope a bit.
Some sneakers have thicker soles on the outside, than on the inside. Many air max styles can give 1-1.4 inch range.]
Stephan said on 27/Jun/17
Hi rob, Ive been wearing 3cm inserts in my trainers for almost a year now, I'm from London and have not flown out of the country for around 2/3 years now. I'm flying with family out to Vienna in a few days and was worried about the security at the airport, that being whether we have to take our shoes off and also whether scanners detect the lifts inside the trainers (whilst stepping through security detectors) which could cause some sort of alarm or something, which would be pretty embarrassing. The inserts are memory foam/carbon fibre by a company called happystep. I purchased them on amazon.
Hi rob, Ive been wearing 3cm inserts in my trainers for almost a year now, I'm from London and have not flown out of the country for around 2/3 years now. I'm flying with family out to Vienna in a few days and was worried about the security at the airport, that being whether we have to take our shoes off and also whether scanners detect the lifts inside the trainers (whilst stepping through security detectors) which could cause some sort of alarm or something, which would be pretty embarrassing. The inserts are memory foam/carbon fibre by a company called happystep. I purchased them on amazon.
[Editor Rob: I used to wear sneakers for flying and rarely took my sneakers off at any airport, only a few times out of 100+ flights.
If you have boots/shoes with metal, then take them off.
Saying that, I've not flown in over a year now, so I don't know if they have upped security a bit more...]
If you have boots/shoes with metal, then take them off.
Saying that, I've not flown in over a year now, so I don't know if they have upped security a bit more...]
The shredder said on 26/Jun/17
Rob how much do these add? I just got them :)
Click Here
Rob how much do these add? I just got them :)
Click Here
[Editor Rob: the outside looks like it would give more than they might do...I'd have thought under an inch for those, like nearer 0.75 range.]
Ferdinand said on 26/Jun/17
Hi Rob,
I've just ordered a pair of 3.1" Dons, do you reckon they'll give me 3 inches? And do you reckon that's too far or believable?
Hi Rob,
I've just ordered a pair of 3.1" Dons, do you reckon they'll give me 3 inches? And do you reckon that's too far or believable?
[Editor Rob: if they are a model using 'midsole' technology, i.e. there is more height at the point below the ankle, they might be giving not much under 3 inches.
I'd still take time to get used to a near 3 inch shoe, wearing them for shorter periods and building up the different feel of walking taller.]
I'd still take time to get used to a near 3 inch shoe, wearing them for shorter periods and building up the different feel of walking taller.]
RisingForce said on 24/Jun/17
Rob, have you ever seen these shoes before and can you give an estimate of how much height they could add? Click Here They're really unusually bulky, have a thick sole and it looks like he's getting a good boost.
Rob, have you ever seen these shoes before and can you give an estimate of how much height they could add? Click Here They're really unusually bulky, have a thick sole and it looks like he's getting a good boost.
[Editor Rob: look like a hiking style of boot, probably 1.3ish range, but that's just a a guess, I've seen some look thicker than 1 inch, like 1.5, but they only gave 1.1-1.2 ]
Mimi said on 24/Jun/17
Rob that 3.8 inch model of elevator shoes, does it feel like wearing high heels? If so, feels like a 3 inch heel?
Rob that 3.8 inch model of elevator shoes, does it feel like wearing high heels? If so, feels like a 3 inch heel?
[Editor Rob: it actually gives 3.8 inches in height, I measure about 6ft or tiny bit over in them.
It's like buying a 4.5-5 inch heel.
Because your foot is at such a high angle, it also means you have to reduce the length of the shoe so your toes don't slip...so what might be a size 9 now looks a size 7 length-wise.]
It's like buying a 4.5-5 inch heel.
Because your foot is at such a high angle, it also means you have to reduce the length of the shoe so your toes don't slip...so what might be a size 9 now looks a size 7 length-wise.]
RisingForce said on 23/Jun/17
Thanks, Rob. I'd like a style like the D'Etna, but getting an elevator boot, I'd want the extra height as well.
That's true in many instances, Christian. In the case of Timberlands and Cat boots, they add near 1.5" because of the thicker insole, while you can see some boots that look similar on the outside and only add 1.25" range.
Thanks, Rob. I'd like a style like the D'Etna, but getting an elevator boot, I'd want the extra height as well.
That's true in many instances, Christian. In the case of Timberlands and Cat boots, they add near 1.5" because of the thicker insole, while you can see some boots that look similar on the outside and only add 1.25" range.
Christian-196.5cm (6ft5 3/8) said on 21/Jun/17
Rob, these pair of shoes look like they could give around 1.25" of height, but in reality it only gives 0.75" (1.9cm) I know this because I own a pair of these and I measured 6'6.13" in the afternoon with them Click Here Do you think it's because the insoles are compressed much more than the outsole? This is why guessing footwear difference between people in photos can be difficult because some shoes actually give less height than it superficially suggests.
Rob, these pair of shoes look like they could give around 1.25" of height, but in reality it only gives 0.75" (1.9cm) I know this because I own a pair of these and I measured 6'6.13" in the afternoon with them Click Here Do you think it's because the insoles are compressed much more than the outsole? This is why guessing footwear difference between people in photos can be difficult because some shoes actually give less height than it superficially suggests.
[Editor Rob: yes, there are many models in which the insole sits a 1/4 or even more under what appears to be the sole (on the outside).]
RisingForce said on 20/Jun/17
Thanks, Rob. So then you get perhaps 1 cm more than you would from a 2" Cuban heel. Interestingly, I did also see another brand, also in the UK, Club Cubano advertising a few boots with 2.5" heels. It's interesting that both have been UK with nothing over 2" made in the US. Though it is still rare anywhere, while these would have been pretty common 40 years ago. Btw, on the subject of elevators, if I were to switch from insert lifts, from the ones I've seen, I really like the Dons 5" D'etna.
Thanks, Rob. So then you get perhaps 1 cm more than you would from a 2" Cuban heel. Interestingly, I did also see another brand, also in the UK, Club Cubano advertising a few boots with 2.5" heels. It's interesting that both have been UK with nothing over 2" made in the US. Though it is still rare anywhere, while these would have been pretty common 40 years ago. Btw, on the subject of elevators, if I were to switch from insert lifts, from the ones I've seen, I really like the Dons 5" D'etna.
[Editor Rob: in the model you mentioned, the angle was quite high, because there was no thickness to the front.
In a few Dons models I've seen Allan make the front a bit thicker, like 1/2 inch compared to a 1/4, which helps achieve a bit more thickness at the ankle, thus more height.]
In a few Dons models I've seen Allan make the front a bit thicker, like 1/2 inch compared to a 1/4, which helps achieve a bit more thickness at the ankle, thus more height.]
RisingForce said on 18/Jun/17
Rob, the subject of men's heels a while back got me thinking. 2 inches really seems to be the cutoff these days, except I found this one boot claiming to have a 2.75" heel. Do you think it looks that big? Click Here It does look bigger than a flat 2" to me. But if that really is 2.75" then I was certainly right that RDJ has a full 3" heel: Click Here
Rob, the subject of men's heels a while back got me thinking. 2 inches really seems to be the cutoff these days, except I found this one boot claiming to have a 2.75" heel. Do you think it looks that big? Click Here It does look bigger than a flat 2" to me. But if that really is 2.75" then I was certainly right that RDJ has a full 3" heel: Click Here
[Editor Rob: it will be near 2.75 at the very back, but won't really give more than 2 inches itself, maybe 2.1 range.]
shippendales said on 17/Jun/17
Hey Rob,
would you say 2.5 inch Dons give around 1.5 inches additonal height gain over average shoes? Furthermore do you have any experience in regards of walking comfortable between 2 and 2.5 inch Dons. Thanks for your help!
Hey Rob,
would you say 2.5 inch Dons give around 1.5 inches additonal height gain over average shoes? Furthermore do you have any experience in regards of walking comfortable between 2 and 2.5 inch Dons. Thanks for your help!
[Editor Rob: I haven't tested any for a few years.
From reviewing different heights of elevators, I would always say that 3 inches is a level which becomes much harder to get used too - although they are only 3/4 inch more than a 2.2-2.3 model, the higher angle really makes a difference and I feel you'd need a week to get used to the new style of walk with the much higher angle of foot.
The 3.8 inch model I showed in the photo on this page - these are extreme and I really can't recommend them for daily use, I think 95% of folk would struggle with elevators over 3 inch.
I'll reiterate to anybody thinking about any elevators - don't jump in at the deep end, and by that I mean buying a pair over 2.5 inches to begin with...you'll probably end up frustrated.]
From reviewing different heights of elevators, I would always say that 3 inches is a level which becomes much harder to get used too - although they are only 3/4 inch more than a 2.2-2.3 model, the higher angle really makes a difference and I feel you'd need a week to get used to the new style of walk with the much higher angle of foot.
The 3.8 inch model I showed in the photo on this page - these are extreme and I really can't recommend them for daily use, I think 95% of folk would struggle with elevators over 3 inch.
I'll reiterate to anybody thinking about any elevators - don't jump in at the deep end, and by that I mean buying a pair over 2.5 inches to begin with...you'll probably end up frustrated.]
John said on 13/Jun/17
hey rob how much height do you think these give (shame about the sneaker page)
Thanks!!!
Click Here
hey rob how much height do you think these give (shame about the sneaker page)
Thanks!!!
Click Here
[Editor Rob: can't remember seeing that one up close, but it definitely looks over 1 inch near 1.25]
Josh said on 10/Jun/17
LOL Rob! Cheers for taking it in good spirit. I'm in the home of Glenn.
LOL Rob! Cheers for taking it in good spirit. I'm in the home of Glenn.
Josh said on 9/Jun/17
im sick of your scottish bs rob
im sick of your scottish bs rob
[Editor Rob: from New York City I see... 😏
you asked about sneakers, I had to remove the page all about Sneakers unfortunately, it's something that pisses me off how Google forced me to remove it. Sorry I can't give you an answer...]
you asked about sneakers, I had to remove the page all about Sneakers unfortunately, it's something that pisses me off how Google forced me to remove it. Sorry I can't give you an answer...]
Ian said on 7/Jun/17
Click Here hey rob how much height do these give?
Click Here hey rob how much height do these give?
[Editor Rob: roughly near 1.2 inch range]
Chris said on 6/Jun/17
The 2.5 inch elevator looks believable. The 4inch rockets look laughable. I wouldn't recommend anyone getting elevators to go beyond 2.5-3 inches.
The 2.5 inch elevator looks believable. The 4inch rockets look laughable. I wouldn't recommend anyone getting elevators to go beyond 2.5-3 inches.
Duncan said on 31/May/17
Women in their minds unconsciously always add the heels height to their perceived own height, being short is like being fat for women. If you are not above the height of the average women with heels by at least 4 inches you are mostly considered a manlet. Also Women are terrible at calculating height, because of that a lot of 5´9 and 5´10 lie about being 6ft so the reality is that 6 is not the magic number, women demand a 6ft tall and raise the bar to higher expectation and put a lot of pressure on guys above average but not above the magic number, and women are becoming more and more picky about it in recent years, we can find 5´3 women expecting a 6´5 guy, it´s ridiculous so women are competing for like less than 10% of the population of men. Good luck with that, So for the modern women above average is not enough. Also I notice that the majority of women who are extremely picky about height demanding 1ft taller than them with heels are usually overweight, I think because a bigger taller dude will make them look small.
Women in their minds unconsciously always add the heels height to their perceived own height, being short is like being fat for women. If you are not above the height of the average women with heels by at least 4 inches you are mostly considered a manlet. Also Women are terrible at calculating height, because of that a lot of 5´9 and 5´10 lie about being 6ft so the reality is that 6 is not the magic number, women demand a 6ft tall and raise the bar to higher expectation and put a lot of pressure on guys above average but not above the magic number, and women are becoming more and more picky about it in recent years, we can find 5´3 women expecting a 6´5 guy, it´s ridiculous so women are competing for like less than 10% of the population of men. Good luck with that, So for the modern women above average is not enough. Also I notice that the majority of women who are extremely picky about height demanding 1ft taller than them with heels are usually overweight, I think because a bigger taller dude will make them look small.
Christian-196.5cm (6ft5 3/8) said on 23/May/17
Rob, is 1.5" the most amount of lift you can fit inside a typical low-cut shoe without your foot slipping out? (Not that I'm planning to wear lifts or anything, but I just want your opinion.)
Rob, is 1.5" the most amount of lift you can fit inside a typical low-cut shoe without your foot slipping out? (Not that I'm planning to wear lifts or anything, but I just want your opinion.)
[Editor Rob: it depends on the amount of leather from the heel to the ankle area. 1-inch is sometimes enough or you will slip out with any more.
The shoes are designed with the ankle cut a bit lower so it doesn't rub into the ankle bone...you usually can spot elevators because the ankle section is suddenly much thicker than you'd expect, because it has to be to accommodate the lift inside.]
The shoes are designed with the ankle cut a bit lower so it doesn't rub into the ankle bone...you usually can spot elevators because the ankle section is suddenly much thicker than you'd expect, because it has to be to accommodate the lift inside.]
Johnson said on 19/May/17
@Rob can you tell me if this guy is wearing elevator shoes or regular shoes?
Guy on the left
Click Here
Guy on the right
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@Rob can you tell me if this guy is wearing elevator shoes or regular shoes?
Guy on the left
Click Here
Guy on the right
Click Here
[Editor Rob: wouldn't say they were elevators, but more like a bit over 1 inch heel...the other guy in second photo has basically very flat shoe, like half inch at most!]
John said on 19/May/17
hey rob can you please get the sneaker page back? I found it really helpful. Thanks
hey rob can you please get the sneaker page back? I found it really helpful. Thanks
Bobby said on 13/May/17
@Amy, you do know that 5'10 is above average height in most countries... forget about the Netherlands, and also, the average height for women in the Netherlands is not 5'9, it's 5'6. Only Latvia has the tallest female average at 5'7, I'm still three inches taller than that. I'm not shorter than 5'10 but calling 5'10 for a man short, is just odd. You won't think a 5'10 man is short seeing him up close.
@Editor Rob, ah, would you say that 2.75 inches are difficult to walk on?
@Amy, you do know that 5'10 is above average height in most countries... forget about the Netherlands, and also, the average height for women in the Netherlands is not 5'9, it's 5'6. Only Latvia has the tallest female average at 5'7, I'm still three inches taller than that. I'm not shorter than 5'10 but calling 5'10 for a man short, is just odd. You won't think a 5'10 man is short seeing him up close.
@Editor Rob, ah, would you say that 2.75 inches are difficult to walk on?
[Editor Rob: 3.75-4 are simply impractical for long lengths...2.75 are more manageable, but still it might take a long while to get used to that amount of lift.
I think it's always best if anybody ever wears lifts or elevators to not overdo it, 2-2.5 inch range elevators are far easier than when you get to 3 inch range.]
I think it's always best if anybody ever wears lifts or elevators to not overdo it, 2-2.5 inch range elevators are far easier than when you get to 3 inch range.]
Josh said on 10/May/17
Hey Rob,
Would you have any idea how much the Nike Air Zoom All Out Flyknit gives?
Click Here
It is difficult for me to tell if it would give similar to a Nike Free like 1.1 or more like 1.35 like the other air maxes.
Hey Rob,
Would you have any idea how much the Nike Air Zoom All Out Flyknit gives?
Click Here
It is difficult for me to tell if it would give similar to a Nike Free like 1.1 or more like 1.35 like the other air maxes.
Johnson said on 9/May/17
I have never been called short in my life with 5'9 (not solid 5'9, just plain 1.75). And I have been called tall from time to time, especially by women. My slim frame helps too and I appear a little taller of what I am actually
I have never been called short in my life with 5'9 (not solid 5'9, just plain 1.75). And I have been called tall from time to time, especially by women. My slim frame helps too and I appear a little taller of what I am actually
Amy said on 8/May/17
@Bobby if you go to the Netherlands and meet some of the Dutch people where the average height for a man is 6"0 (184cm) and the average height for a woman is 5"9 (176cm) then you will stick out like a sore thumb. Also being shorter than 5"10 is kinda like a handicap for most men and it is a big turn off for women but just be a nice person and have a sense of humour and that will go a long way and make up for your lack of height.
@Bobby if you go to the Netherlands and meet some of the Dutch people where the average height for a man is 6"0 (184cm) and the average height for a woman is 5"9 (176cm) then you will stick out like a sore thumb. Also being shorter than 5"10 is kinda like a handicap for most men and it is a big turn off for women but just be a nice person and have a sense of humour and that will go a long way and make up for your lack of height.
Judd said on 8/May/17
Rob in your opinion how many inche in thick the sole of Adidas ZX700 Click Here ? Thanks
Rob in your opinion how many inche in thick the sole of Adidas ZX700 Click Here ? Thanks
[Editor Rob: new they feel in 1.25 range.]
Bobby said on 8/May/17
@Amy, as a 5'10 man, I take personal offence to that. How tall are you Amy? If you're 5'3 calling a 5'10 man short, then that's not right. A 5'10 man is close to 6ft tall, only off by two inches. That's not a short man. I've never been called short in my life, even by a 6'5 man.
@Amy, as a 5'10 man, I take personal offence to that. How tall are you Amy? If you're 5'3 calling a 5'10 man short, then that's not right. A 5'10 man is close to 6ft tall, only off by two inches. That's not a short man. I've never been called short in my life, even by a 6'5 man.
Bobby said on 8/May/17
Rob, how much height insoles would a 5'10 man need to appear 6ft to others in reality? 3 inches?
Rob, how much height insoles would a 5'10 man need to appear 6ft to others in reality? 3 inches?
[Editor Rob: well, with a 2.75 inch elevator (one that gives that mount) he could certainly pull it off...]
Amy said on 7/May/17
Rob would you recommend this site as being good for buying Cuban heel boots. Sixtiesbeatwear.co.uk
Rob would you recommend this site as being good for buying Cuban heel boots. Sixtiesbeatwear.co.uk
[Editor Rob: certainly seems expensive, but then if it's premium quality, sometimes you are better investing in a good pair rather than cheap ones that fall apart after a year.]
Johnson said on 7/May/17
It would be more interesting to buy some midsole technology lifts to lay on some normal boots
Midsole tech elevator shoes are really expensive
It would be more interesting to buy some midsole technology lifts to lay on some normal boots
Midsole tech elevator shoes are really expensive
[Editor Rob: yes I agree that the lift only option would be a far cheaper alternative, but so far I've not heard anything about them being sold separately...]
175 said on 5/May/17
Hey rob what happened to the sneaker page?
Hey rob what happened to the sneaker page?
[Editor Rob: Google kept messing around with it, removing it from their search index and replacing it with a chinese spammers 'cloaked' version.
Despicable behaviour from Google really...]
Despicable behaviour from Google really...]
Johnson said on 4/May/17
@Rob I tried these shoes of 6 cm (4.5 real cms). It feels uncomfortable it is like walking on your toes. Heavy and hard material. I think the key to wear elevators is to have some kind of platform for the toes for not feeling steep
Picture of my shoes
Click Here
@Rob I tried these shoes of 6 cm (4.5 real cms). It feels uncomfortable it is like walking on your toes. Heavy and hard material. I think the key to wear elevators is to have some kind of platform for the toes for not feeling steep
Picture of my shoes
Click Here
[Editor Rob: yes, in some elevator shoes, the angle is too much.
the shape of the lift shouldn't be a big slope, it should support the middle of the shoe. The dons try to do that, but I still feel a 2-inch elevator is the kind of range that many people should stick with.]
the shape of the lift shouldn't be a big slope, it should support the middle of the shoe. The dons try to do that, but I still feel a 2-inch elevator is the kind of range that many people should stick with.]
Amy said on 4/May/17
Rob is it okay for a guy to wear 3 inch Cuban heels and over? I just wondered if I got my husband a pair that he may be perceived as being gay as wearing thick heel boots I said kind of a feminine thing.
Rob is it okay for a guy to wear 3 inch Cuban heels and over? I just wondered if I got my husband a pair that he may be perceived as being gay as wearing thick heel boots I said kind of a feminine thing.
[Editor Rob: 2-inch cuban heels are big, 3 inch are like monsters. In the 70's there was a period where big 2-3 inch heels were common and in fashion...nowadays I don't see men in over 2 inch heels at all...]
RisingForce said on 1/May/17
Johnson, I've had these Cuban heel boots for years: Click Here The heel is advertised as 2" and I confirmed this with a tape measure a while back. If it's any less, it's only 1/16". Good to know I gain 1.7" from them. I've only measured myself in them when I had 1" lifts inside them several years ago and I measured near 5'10.75". For reference, I measured around 5'9" on a stadiometer last year with Converse and to be precise, I had my hoodie up during that measurement. I don't know if I measured myself with those Cuban heels and 2 inch lifts inside, which was my regular for a while, but I know I easily cleared 5'11". I'll be interested now to measure myself with those boots and no lifts and then with the 2" lift. Even without the lifts I add inside, that style is a good boost equal to some elevators. I believe both my cowboy boots(Dan Post and Tony Lama) give me 1.6" with a heel that I recall being 1.75" or so. Other shoes that give similar boosts without lifts are Timberlands, which probably add roughly what a cowboy boot does and Caterpillar boots. All these shoes can serve the same purpose as elevator shoes. You'll have an extra inch advantage over someone wearing thinner shoes and at least half, sometimes three quarters of an inch advantage over someone wearing normal shoes. The thicker basketball sneakers don't quite give what the boots I mentioned do, but they're not far off either. Nike Shox for instance add 1.4", iirc.
Johnson, I've had these Cuban heel boots for years: Click Here The heel is advertised as 2" and I confirmed this with a tape measure a while back. If it's any less, it's only 1/16". Good to know I gain 1.7" from them. I've only measured myself in them when I had 1" lifts inside them several years ago and I measured near 5'10.75". For reference, I measured around 5'9" on a stadiometer last year with Converse and to be precise, I had my hoodie up during that measurement. I don't know if I measured myself with those Cuban heels and 2 inch lifts inside, which was my regular for a while, but I know I easily cleared 5'11". I'll be interested now to measure myself with those boots and no lifts and then with the 2" lift. Even without the lifts I add inside, that style is a good boost equal to some elevators. I believe both my cowboy boots(Dan Post and Tony Lama) give me 1.6" with a heel that I recall being 1.75" or so. Other shoes that give similar boosts without lifts are Timberlands, which probably add roughly what a cowboy boot does and Caterpillar boots. All these shoes can serve the same purpose as elevator shoes. You'll have an extra inch advantage over someone wearing thinner shoes and at least half, sometimes three quarters of an inch advantage over someone wearing normal shoes. The thicker basketball sneakers don't quite give what the boots I mentioned do, but they're not far off either. Nike Shox for instance add 1.4", iirc.
Christian-196.5cm (6ft5 3/8) said on 30/Apr/17
Amy said on 25/Apr/17
@ Jack any guy who is 5"10 (178cm)and under is what I consider to be short. 5"11(180cm) is the average And what I consider tall for a guy is 6"3 (190cm) that is when you really stand out from the crowd and people start calling you names like Lanky.
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It's women like you are part of the reason why some 5'9" or 5'10" guys are going around telling people that they're 6 feet tall. Sorry but any person who considers a 5'10" guy short is moronic. It's above average height in most countries you know.
Amy said on 25/Apr/17
@ Jack any guy who is 5"10 (178cm)and under is what I consider to be short. 5"11(180cm) is the average And what I consider tall for a guy is 6"3 (190cm) that is when you really stand out from the crowd and people start calling you names like Lanky.
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It's women like you are part of the reason why some 5'9" or 5'10" guys are going around telling people that they're 6 feet tall. Sorry but any person who considers a 5'10" guy short is moronic. It's above average height in most countries you know.
Johnson said on 29/Apr/17
@Rob I bought silicone lifts advertised as 5 extra centimetres. The 5 layers of lifts are giving you only 1.4 real centimetres and not 3, 4 or 5 cms... it is important to know about silicone lifts.
@Rob I bought silicone lifts advertised as 5 extra centimetres. The 5 layers of lifts are giving you only 1.4 real centimetres and not 3, 4 or 5 cms... it is important to know about silicone lifts.
Johnson said on 28/Apr/17
So then the theorical 2 inch cuban heels are giving you 1.6-1.7 inches of real height
So then the theorical 2 inch cuban heels are giving you 1.6-1.7 inches of real height
[Editor Rob: around 1.7 inch if they advertise the heel when measuring the highest part at the back of the heel.]
Christian-196.5cm (6ft5 3/8) said on 26/Apr/17
Amy said on 25/Apr/17
@ Jack any guy who is 5"10 (178cm)and under is what I consider to be short. 5"11(180cm) is the average And what I consider tall for a guy is 6"3 (190cm) that is when you really stand out from the crowd and people start calling you names like Lanky.
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5'10" being short.... Lol. Typical superficial woman.
Amy said on 25/Apr/17
@ Jack any guy who is 5"10 (178cm)and under is what I consider to be short. 5"11(180cm) is the average And what I consider tall for a guy is 6"3 (190cm) that is when you really stand out from the crowd and people start calling you names like Lanky.
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5'10" being short.... Lol. Typical superficial woman.
Amy said on 25/Apr/17
@ Jack any guy who is 5"10 (178cm)and under is what I consider to be short. 5"11(180cm) is the average And what I consider tall for a guy is 6"3 (190cm) that is when you really stand out from the crowd and people start calling you names like Lanky.
@ Jack any guy who is 5"10 (178cm)and under is what I consider to be short. 5"11(180cm) is the average And what I consider tall for a guy is 6"3 (190cm) that is when you really stand out from the crowd and people start calling you names like Lanky.
Johnson said on 20/Apr/17
How much height does Dcsquare shoes give?
How much height does Dcsquare shoes give?
[Editor Rob: 0.5 - 0.6 range]
Bobby said on 20/Apr/17
@Jack, in my personal opinion, 5'6 is quite short for a man, but generally, around the average height of a woman is when I would really consider a man short, so 5'4. This is generally the height of women, on average.
@Jack, in my personal opinion, 5'6 is quite short for a man, but generally, around the average height of a woman is when I would really consider a man short, so 5'4. This is generally the height of women, on average.
Bobby said on 20/Apr/17
@Editor Rob, Does a total lift of 2.5 inches from my standing height of 5'10 mean, that I'd give off a big 5'11 impression to people? I did the math, and in the morning, I'd measure nearly 6'1 at 184.92cm and will measure 183.55cm at night. I subtracted 2.54cm because the idea is that the elevators boost your barefoot height by an inch, in my case, it'd be boosting my barefoot height by 1.5 inches, but the idea is that without my shoes on, I'd be almost 6ft at 5'11.5 in the afternoon, and pretty much 6ft in the morning (difference of 5mm), and I'd have the look of still being 5'11 at night, at just over 5'11.25. Does that sound about right?
@Editor Rob, Does a total lift of 2.5 inches from my standing height of 5'10 mean, that I'd give off a big 5'11 impression to people? I did the math, and in the morning, I'd measure nearly 6'1 at 184.92cm and will measure 183.55cm at night. I subtracted 2.54cm because the idea is that the elevators boost your barefoot height by an inch, in my case, it'd be boosting my barefoot height by 1.5 inches, but the idea is that without my shoes on, I'd be almost 6ft at 5'11.5 in the afternoon, and pretty much 6ft in the morning (difference of 5mm), and I'd have the look of still being 5'11 at night, at just over 5'11.25. Does that sound about right?
[Editor Rob: if you think of the average footwear as being almost an inch, then you may well pull off 5ft 11.5 to people.
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Peter175 said on 19/Apr/17
Jack, I'd say under 5'7 is what I consider short. 5'7-8 are below average and some might argue that 5'7 is the start of short or that 5'8 is "tall short" but they seem like normal heights relative to the population imo.
Jack, I'd say under 5'7 is what I consider short. 5'7-8 are below average and some might argue that 5'7 is the start of short or that 5'8 is "tall short" but they seem like normal heights relative to the population imo.
Timothy said on 19/Apr/17
Rob I had a look on Dons footwear website an found a pair of shoes like your wearing in the photo above but they give 5 inches of height and I'am wondering wheater this is true I thought most of these companies do boots/shoes give 2/3 inches, 5 inches seems hard to believe?
Rob I had a look on Dons footwear website an found a pair of shoes like your wearing in the photo above but they give 5 inches of height and I'am wondering wheater this is true I thought most of these companies do boots/shoes give 2/3 inches, 5 inches seems hard to believe?
[Editor Rob: I wouldn't touch anything over 3 inches, it's for those accustomed to wearing elevators a while.
I think 2-2.3 inches is an ideal height for elevators. You could get nearly 2 with a decent cowboy boot on it's own, and that gives you an idea of how a slightly thicker elevator might feel when walking about.]
I think 2-2.3 inches is an ideal height for elevators. You could get nearly 2 with a decent cowboy boot on it's own, and that gives you an idea of how a slightly thicker elevator might feel when walking about.]
jack said on 18/Apr/17
I am asking to everyone , in which height do you consider a guy short ?
I am asking to everyone , in which height do you consider a guy short ?
jack said on 18/Apr/17
I am asking to everyone , in which height do you consider a guy short ?
I am asking to everyone , in which height do you consider a guy short ?
Sneakerhead said on 17/Apr/17
I've got two questions :)
1. How much do a pair of brand new Adidas Stan Smiths add to my height?
2. I know a pair of Chucks add about 1.6 cm. Does that change over time?
I've got two questions :)
1. How much do a pair of brand new Adidas Stan Smiths add to my height?
2. I know a pair of Chucks add about 1.6 cm. Does that change over time?
[Editor Rob: about 3/4 inch
the chuck's can hold up not too badly...maybe 1-2mm lost after a couple of years.]
the chuck's can hold up not too badly...maybe 1-2mm lost after a couple of years.]
Johnson said on 17/Apr/17
Anybody knows the brand Chamaripas?? It is very popular on the net, it is cheap and they have lots of stuff and they look good
Anybody knows the brand Chamaripas?? It is very popular on the net, it is cheap and they have lots of stuff and they look good
Nick said on 15/Apr/17
Rob where do you think I find a pair of Cuban heels like these Click Here
Rob where do you think I find a pair of Cuban heels like these Click Here
[Editor Rob: Nick, about 1.6-1.7 inches]
Johnson said on 15/Apr/17
@Rob can you tell me if the man on the left is wearing normal shoes or elevator shoes?
Click Here
@Rob can you tell me if the man on the left is wearing normal shoes or elevator shoes?
Click Here
[Editor Rob: they seem quite normal]
Joanna said on 14/Apr/17
Rob I'am looking to buy some Cuban Heel boots for my Son who has just recently turned 16 and he is really obsessed about getting his hands on a pair of fashionable but reasonable priced boots. Where do I shop I'am from the UK and not a lot of shops sell these kinds of boots but if they do it's not to a good price as a much as I'am wear like £250 and their not like Dons boots!
Rob I'am looking to buy some Cuban Heel boots for my Son who has just recently turned 16 and he is really obsessed about getting his hands on a pair of fashionable but reasonable priced boots. Where do I shop I'am from the UK and not a lot of shops sell these kinds of boots but if they do it's not to a good price as a much as I'am wear like £250 and their not like Dons boots!
Johnson said on 14/Apr/17
@Rob I think you should do the sneakers page with another name or other tricks. The old link I had saved is deleted, so it is not anymore on the net
@Rob I think you should do the sneakers page with another name or other tricks. The old link I had saved is deleted, so it is not anymore on the net
Mark Underwood 183cm said on 8/Apr/17
Rob these platform shoes you talk about are they all Dons footwear and if so how do I get myself a pair I 'am not an American and from the UK I don't imagine they make these sorts of shoes.
Rob these platform shoes you talk about are they all Dons footwear and if so how do I get myself a pair I 'am not an American and from the UK I don't imagine they make these sorts of shoes.
[Editor Rob: loads of companies sell elevator shoes. Can be expensive, so sometimes it's best to test a pair of lifts from ebay/amazon in your shoes to see if you think they might be for you!]
Bobby said on 6/Apr/17
@JayDen,
Both parents are 5'8 flat? Hmm, interesting, I would need to know what your family height across all relatives are like but it's possible you can grow into 5'10 but it's more realistic that you get 5'9.5 to 5'9.75, intuitively however, men tend to grow to be as tall as their father, or taller... usually within one to two inches. So 5'10 would be the high end of things, with 5'8 being low. It also depends on when your parents stopped growing, because chances are, you'll follow suit, if one or both of your parents had a late growth spurt.
@JayDen,
Both parents are 5'8 flat? Hmm, interesting, I would need to know what your family height across all relatives are like but it's possible you can grow into 5'10 but it's more realistic that you get 5'9.5 to 5'9.75, intuitively however, men tend to grow to be as tall as their father, or taller... usually within one to two inches. So 5'10 would be the high end of things, with 5'8 being low. It also depends on when your parents stopped growing, because chances are, you'll follow suit, if one or both of your parents had a late growth spurt.
JayDen said on 4/Apr/17
@Bobby
Im 20 y/o both parents are 5'8 flat.
I'm 5'9.25 is it possible i can still grow in your opinion?
@Bobby
Im 20 y/o both parents are 5'8 flat.
I'm 5'9.25 is it possible i can still grow in your opinion?
John said on 3/Apr/17
Rob, sometimes I measure 5'8, sometimes 5'7.75, and sometimes 5'7.5. How tall should I say I am?
Rob, sometimes I measure 5'8, sometimes 5'7.75, and sometimes 5'7.5. How tall should I say I am?
[Editor Rob: you might be better saying 'almost 5ft 8']
John said on 2/Apr/17
If I'm actually 5'7.75 but claim 5'9, will people know I'm lying?
If I'm actually 5'7.75 but claim 5'9, will people know I'm lying?
[Editor Rob: many will, many won't even give it a second thought.]
Puma said on 29/Mar/17
Hi, Big Rob.I have one question for you.
How much heel height does Nike son of force shoe add?I know, air force one give 3 cm to me.Well, son of force?
I guess, they are similar shoes.Do you think?
In Rob, we trust...
Hi, Big Rob.I have one question for you.
How much heel height does Nike son of force shoe add?I know, air force one give 3 cm to me.Well, son of force?
I guess, they are similar shoes.Do you think?
In Rob, we trust...
[Editor Rob: the son of force are a bit under 1 inch.]
Preston said on 29/Mar/17
Rob, how much do you reckon these Nike Presto Fly's give? I searched far and wide on your site and was unable to find any info! Thanks.
Click Here
Rob, how much do you reckon these Nike Presto Fly's give? I searched far and wide on your site and was unable to find any info! Thanks.
Click Here
[Editor Rob: these should give in 1.3-1.4 inch range.]
John said on 28/Mar/17
Rob, Is 5'7.4" considered 5'7.5" or 5'7.25"?
Rob, Is 5'7.4" considered 5'7.5" or 5'7.25"?
[Editor Rob: I'd say round it to nearest half inch, so 7.5]
Bobby said on 28/Mar/17
@Joradox, as Rob said, you'd be delighted with 5'9.5 but take heart that there is still hope, I was around 5'7 of sorts in 2010-2011, and didn't shoot up to 5'9 or so until after I turned 17, and I gradually grew into 5'10 by the time I turned 19-20. I also grew a little bit more than a quarter inch this past year. Your growth patterns might well be different however.
@Joradox, as Rob said, you'd be delighted with 5'9.5 but take heart that there is still hope, I was around 5'7 of sorts in 2010-2011, and didn't shoot up to 5'9 or so until after I turned 17, and I gradually grew into 5'10 by the time I turned 19-20. I also grew a little bit more than a quarter inch this past year. Your growth patterns might well be different however.
Bobby said on 28/Mar/17
@Editor Rob, so if I insert these insoles into my running shoes that has a physical heel of 1 inch, people wouldn't notice I was wearing lifts? I've got above average proportions for my height regardless but it's always nice to know when others can't tell if you're lifts or not.
@Editor Rob, so if I insert these insoles into my running shoes that has a physical heel of 1 inch, people wouldn't notice I was wearing lifts? I've got above average proportions for my height regardless but it's always nice to know when others can't tell if you're lifts or not.
[Editor Rob: if it's a 2cm lift, most aren't going to notice...only those very perceptive might think something was off, but I doubt it really.]
Joradox said on 24/Mar/17
Hi Bob, i'am a 17 years old boy(i just turned 17 this month) most men in my family are 5'7-5'10,i'am 5'8-5'8.5 depending of the day(that is my night height, i'am 5'9-5'9.5 in the morning).My dad is 5'6.5 and my mom is 5'2. I have short parents but i'am so close of the ideal normal height(5'10) and at this point i have had a lot of luck, because i don't even like or do sports.I was 5'7 in 2016, 5'6 in 2015, 5'4 in 2014 and 5'1 in 2013. Do you think i will reach 5'10?
Hi Bob, i'am a 17 years old boy(i just turned 17 this month) most men in my family are 5'7-5'10,i'am 5'8-5'8.5 depending of the day(that is my night height, i'am 5'9-5'9.5 in the morning).My dad is 5'6.5 and my mom is 5'2. I have short parents but i'am so close of the ideal normal height(5'10) and at this point i have had a lot of luck, because i don't even like or do sports.I was 5'7 in 2016, 5'6 in 2015, 5'4 in 2014 and 5'1 in 2013. Do you think i will reach 5'10?
[Editor Rob: if you reached 5ft 9.5 you should be delighted, because many with 5ft 6/2 parents might end up 5ft 6-8 range, some even 5ft 5, more rarer would get 5ft 10-6ft]
Bobby said on 24/Mar/17
@Editor Rob, Rob, these are the height insoles I'm planning to get: Click Here
They're reasonably priced, and have good reviews. Do you think I'll have 2.5 inches based on the curvature of the insoles?
@Editor Rob, Rob, these are the height insoles I'm planning to get: Click Here
They're reasonably priced, and have good reviews. Do you think I'll have 2.5 inches based on the curvature of the insoles?
[Editor Rob: yeah, the concave style of the insole plus the sharp angle means the 2.5 inch is maybe only getting 1.5 inches...still a noticeable boost and if you put them in a boot most people probably wouldn't be able to tell you were wearing anything like lifts.
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Bobby said on 23/Mar/17
@Editor Rob, what about hereditary Rob? If your father stops growing at a certain age, like say, 26... Would you think it's reasonable for his son to follow that trend of growth?
@Editor Rob, what about hereditary Rob? If your father stops growing at a certain age, like say, 26... Would you think it's reasonable for his son to follow that trend of growth?
[Editor Rob: well Bobby, we get a combination of genes from parents...sometimes there is random elements, but generally if your father had early growth you might have a good chance of following suit.]
Bobby said on 23/Mar/17
@Editor Rob, despite being 5'10, I seem to have 6ft proportions. My shoulder level is close to being 5ft at 4'11.5, and my legs measure 41 inches, while my inseam is 34 inches. Normally guys 6ft and over tend to have these proportions, so I can at times appear to be taller than 5'10 to others. So I think I'd stick to 2.5 inches, I at least have a chance to appear 6ft in them in the eyes of others for a whole day. I'd be 184.92cm in them in the morning, and since I only lose 1.2cm, I'd still be 183.65cm, so I'd appear a strong 6ft to others.
@Editor Rob, despite being 5'10, I seem to have 6ft proportions. My shoulder level is close to being 5ft at 4'11.5, and my legs measure 41 inches, while my inseam is 34 inches. Normally guys 6ft and over tend to have these proportions, so I can at times appear to be taller than 5'10 to others. So I think I'd stick to 2.5 inches, I at least have a chance to appear 6ft in them in the eyes of others for a whole day. I'd be 184.92cm in them in the morning, and since I only lose 1.2cm, I'd still be 183.65cm, so I'd appear a strong 6ft to others.
[Editor Rob: sometimes one man's proportions can help him seem taller...his perceived height is greater than the measured height.
Of course, your own measured height is ultimately what you are, but some get advantages or disadvantages with body shapes, head sizes which can make each individual appear taller or shorter than they really are.]
Of course, your own measured height is ultimately what you are, but some get advantages or disadvantages with body shapes, head sizes which can make each individual appear taller or shorter than they really are.]
Gideon15 said on 23/Mar/17
Hi, Rob, how much do you think long, thick Fox River socks add to your barefoot height? A few milimetres? Maybe 0.5 Inch? Please, excuse my poor level of English.
Hi, Rob, how much do you think long, thick Fox River socks add to your barefoot height? A few milimetres? Maybe 0.5 Inch? Please, excuse my poor level of English.
[Editor Rob: most socks are barely anything, you need ribbed or very tightly knitted soles to even give a couple of mm...]
Namor said on 20/Mar/17
Hi rob, was wondering if you could est how much cm would "Nike Mens Tanjun Lifestyle give??
Hi rob, was wondering if you could est how much cm would "Nike Mens Tanjun Lifestyle give??
Bobby said on 18/Mar/17
I have another Rob, would you recommend elevators that give off 2-2.5 inches that is still enough to be comfortable but also give off a noticeable height increase?
I have another Rob, would you recommend elevators that give off 2-2.5 inches that is still enough to be comfortable but also give off a noticeable height increase?
[Editor Rob: having test elevators from 1.5 up to 4, I honestly think anybody who is thinking of them should stick to 2-2.5 range. You can function for hours in them, whilst 3-3.5 are much much harder on your feet/legs...]
Bobby said on 17/Mar/17
Editor Rob: Bobby, to other people you will probably look a big 5ft 11 guy, maybe 5ft 11.5 if you have generally good posture.
I should mention, I'm not sure if I've grown but my morning height has gone from 178.47 to 178.57. So I am 5mm off the half inch mark in the morning at 5'10.30, and 177.3 at night. Would this change people's perception of me while having that in mind? Maybe I'd appear a weak or somewhat decent 6ft to people throughout the day? As with one inch shoes, I am well over 5'11 in the morning, and it takes about 2-3 hours for me to begin losing my morning height, so I'd still 5'11 range well into the afternoon. Do you think my chances are good though, at 22 years old, to grow to 5'11?
Editor Rob: Bobby, to other people you will probably look a big 5ft 11 guy, maybe 5ft 11.5 if you have generally good posture.
I should mention, I'm not sure if I've grown but my morning height has gone from 178.47 to 178.57. So I am 5mm off the half inch mark in the morning at 5'10.30, and 177.3 at night. Would this change people's perception of me while having that in mind? Maybe I'd appear a weak or somewhat decent 6ft to people throughout the day? As with one inch shoes, I am well over 5'11 in the morning, and it takes about 2-3 hours for me to begin losing my morning height, so I'd still 5'11 range well into the afternoon. Do you think my chances are good though, at 22 years old, to grow to 5'11?
[Editor Rob: at 22, any type of growth is rare, so I wouldn't be expecting anything more...if you did gain something, treat it as a wee bonus.
Posture, thickness of shoes, head size, eyelevel, shoulder height, personality, status (job type etc), clothing choices...all these factors can effect how others perceive us.]
Posture, thickness of shoes, head size, eyelevel, shoulder height, personality, status (job type etc), clothing choices...all these factors can effect how others perceive us.]
Namor said on 10/Mar/17
Hi rob, how much cm would "Nike Mens Tanjun Lifestyle Shoes" give? As I don't like wearing shoes that make me big because I like appearing as my height.
Hi rob, how much cm would "Nike Mens Tanjun Lifestyle Shoes" give? As I don't like wearing shoes that make me big because I like appearing as my height.
Bobby said on 7/Mar/17
Hey, Rob, I wake up a bit past 5'10.25 at 5'10.26, how tall would you expect me to be with a decent pair of elevator shoes that measured in at 2inches, and keeping in mind that I'm a fraction under that height at late evenings at 5'9.75. Would you say I'd still appear to be a decent 6ft with 2inch height insoles for the whole day? I've experimented and wearing 7mm shoes, I always measure in at 5'10 range no matter what time of day it is. So bearing in mind that I'm a comfortable or decent 5'10, would you say people would more or less perceive me as being 6ft range with the height advantage that the insoles provide?
Hey, Rob, I wake up a bit past 5'10.25 at 5'10.26, how tall would you expect me to be with a decent pair of elevator shoes that measured in at 2inches, and keeping in mind that I'm a fraction under that height at late evenings at 5'9.75. Would you say I'd still appear to be a decent 6ft with 2inch height insoles for the whole day? I've experimented and wearing 7mm shoes, I always measure in at 5'10 range no matter what time of day it is. So bearing in mind that I'm a comfortable or decent 5'10, would you say people would more or less perceive me as being 6ft range with the height advantage that the insoles provide?
[Editor Rob: Bobby, to other people you will probably look a big 5ft 11 guy, maybe 5ft 11.5 if you have generally good posture.]
John said on 3/Mar/17
Rob, if my eyeline is 5'2.5, how tall am I?
Rob, if my eyeline is 5'2.5, how tall am I?
[Editor Rob: John, you are very likely somewhere around 5ft 7ish]
Arthur said on 23/Feb/17
Rob If a person has a eyelevel in 1.65 but with little pushing of his head. Not too much tilt. But with a little tilt he has a eyevelel in 1.65. What will be his height in stadiometer ? I really wonder and asking you because of you have stadiometer in videos and house. It is possilbe for him to measured 1.74-1.74.3 cm ?
For exaple ıf he tilt too much eyelevel goes to 166.5 but he tilt it a little and has a eyelevel of 1.65. So I think 1.74 is quiete possibe ? What is your guess ?
Rob If a person has a eyelevel in 1.65 but with little pushing of his head. Not too much tilt. But with a little tilt he has a eyevelel in 1.65. What will be his height in stadiometer ? I really wonder and asking you because of you have stadiometer in videos and house. It is possilbe for him to measured 1.74-1.74.3 cm ?
For exaple ıf he tilt too much eyelevel goes to 166.5 but he tilt it a little and has a eyelevel of 1.65. So I think 1.74 is quiete possibe ? What is your guess ?
[Editor Rob: many people naturally tilt heads up slightly when measuring, I've noticed this. It doesn't really change your height at all, but can make the eyelevel seem a bit shorter.
I'd expect you to be 175 range if slight uptilt. ]
I'd expect you to be 175 range if slight uptilt. ]
Skhilling said on 18/Feb/17
My advice is if it truly makes you feel better about yourself go for it. It is a vanity just like makeup etc. Why not. I am a fairly tall woman and see eye to eye or very close to that with most men I see. When I wear heels I am taller than most. I don't let that stop me from wearing heels.
My advice is if it truly makes you feel better about yourself go for it. It is a vanity just like makeup etc. Why not. I am a fairly tall woman and see eye to eye or very close to that with most men I see. When I wear heels I am taller than most. I don't let that stop me from wearing heels.
Darius said on 17/Feb/17
Rob,as a 5'7" man, is it a possibility to appear a 5'10" man using any of these elevator shoes?
Rob,as a 5'7" man, is it a possibility to appear a 5'10" man using any of these elevator shoes?
[Editor Rob: Darius, with excellent posture and really big elevators yes...but realistically, pulling off 5ft 9-9.5 is more likely with a big 3 inch elevator (which is quite big in reality)]
Mimi said on 13/Feb/17
Rob, I mean how tall are the physical heel in those Big Don's. 😊😊😊
Rob, I mean how tall are the physical heel in those Big Don's. 😊😊😊
[Editor Rob: I believe around 1.3 inch range for the heel part.]
John V. said on 9/Feb/17
John V. said on 7/Feb/17
Hey Rob, if i measure 183 cm (little over 6 ft i'm assuming) in these, what would my barefoot height be?
[Editor Rob: they look pretty thick, you could be over 5ft 10, maybe just below 5ft 10.5.]
I measured the thickest part of the heel (furthest back) 3 cm on the dot actually. So does it give 3 cm or more or less than that?
John V. said on 7/Feb/17
Hey Rob, if i measure 183 cm (little over 6 ft i'm assuming) in these, what would my barefoot height be?
[Editor Rob: they look pretty thick, you could be over 5ft 10, maybe just below 5ft 10.5.]
I measured the thickest part of the heel (furthest back) 3 cm on the dot actually. So does it give 3 cm or more or less than that?
[Editor Rob: it might have a slight slope to the part that falls just below your ankle, but with a few mm's insole it may still give about 3cm.]
Mimi said on 7/Feb/17
Rob those Dons that gave you 3.8 inches of height, how tall exactly are the heels of those shoes?
Rob those Dons that gave you 3.8 inches of height, how tall exactly are the heels of those shoes?
[Editor Rob: Mimi, I typically measured around 6ft flat, or if earlier in the day a little over 6ft in them.
But, they are the extreme version of elevators, I would never recommend anybody who hasn't worn elevators for a few years to jump in and buy anything over 3 inches. It takes a lot of practice to be able to function properly in extreme shoes like that.]
But, they are the extreme version of elevators, I would never recommend anybody who hasn't worn elevators for a few years to jump in and buy anything over 3 inches. It takes a lot of practice to be able to function properly in extreme shoes like that.]
John V. said on 7/Feb/17
Hey Rob, if i measure 183 cm (little over 6 ft i'm assuming) in these Click Here , what would my barefoot height be?
Hey Rob, if i measure 183 cm (little over 6 ft i'm assuming) in these Click Here , what would my barefoot height be?
[Editor Rob: they look pretty thick, you could be over 5ft 10, maybe just below 5ft 10.5.]
Sean5 said on 2/Feb/17
Hey Rob, I was wondering on the Dons midsole tech do you think there's a decent difference with a 2.5" style compared to the 2"? Was looking at these shoes and do you think the 2.5" style could give 2" of height? Thanks for your help Rob Click Here
Hey Rob, I was wondering on the Dons midsole tech do you think there's a decent difference with a 2.5" style compared to the 2"? Was looking at these shoes and do you think the 2.5" style could give 2" of height? Thanks for your help Rob Click Here
[Editor Rob: yes Sean, there should be at least 1/3rd possibly a bit more of a real difference when using that midsole tech.]
John said on 1/Feb/17
Hey Rob, I've measured out that I'm 6' 1.25" out of bed and about 6' 0.7" before bed. (Flat foot without shoes) - How tall would I be at lunchtime in those dons?
Hey Rob, I've measured out that I'm 6' 1.25" out of bed and about 6' 0.7" before bed. (Flat foot without shoes) - How tall would I be at lunchtime in those dons?
[Editor Rob: in massive dons you could measure 6ft 4.5, in your normal type dons (2.5 inchers) about 6ft 3, at least a solid 6ft 3.]
James-6 ft 2 said on 1/Feb/17
Hey rob, do u know how much heel height does a typical Nike shoe add?
Hey rob, do u know how much heel height does a typical Nike shoe add?
[Editor Rob: some Nike are 3/4, many are 1-1.3 range]
Sally (5'11.5 said on 31/Jan/17
I am knew to CelebHeight. I am fascinated by all of these detailed height discussions. I used your link to look at Don shoes. I am totally impressed. Does anyone know of a quality shoe company for women that is comparable? I like how Don's is able to give a great fit by looking at 3 different foot measurements as I am hard to fit. I also like how you can customize your color. I would appreciate any response.
I am knew to CelebHeight. I am fascinated by all of these detailed height discussions. I used your link to look at Don shoes. I am totally impressed. Does anyone know of a quality shoe company for women that is comparable? I like how Don's is able to give a great fit by looking at 3 different foot measurements as I am hard to fit. I also like how you can customize your color. I would appreciate any response.
[Editor Rob: I am not aware of a female specific shoe company, not really looked into it.]
John said on 25/Jan/17
Awesome. I used to be 5'10, but now I'm 6'0.5. Thanks rob.
Awesome. I used to be 5'10, but now I'm 6'0.5. Thanks rob.
Josh said on 23/Jan/17
Rob, what is the hardest wearing sneaker over an inch that you know of? (In other words, loses minimum height, takes a long time to lose the height etc) Is it a version of the airmax? What about the Puma TX?
Thanks :)
Rob, what is the hardest wearing sneaker over an inch that you know of? (In other words, loses minimum height, takes a long time to lose the height etc) Is it a version of the airmax? What about the Puma TX?
Thanks :)
[Editor Rob: Josh, all sneakers wear through eventually, but actually see something like a converse - I found the sole on those quite good.
The old Puma, I can't remember but it didn't last more than 2 years...]
The old Puma, I can't remember but it didn't last more than 2 years...]
Jas96 said on 21/Jan/17
Hey rob another quick shoe enquiry could these give 2 inches? They look fairly fashionable too! Click Here thanks again rob :)
Hey rob another quick shoe enquiry could these give 2 inches? They look fairly fashionable too! Click Here thanks again rob :)
[Editor Rob: Jas, they should give nearly 2 inches, possibly a little bit under it.]
OuterCreek said on 17/Jan/17
Thanks for answering my question, Rob. As a follow up, what would you say is appropriate to claim for my height? (185cm out of bed / 182.5-183cm before bed). I feel like "6 foot and a half" is a bit of a mouthful, but 6 feet is also selling myself a bit short. Maybe, just over 6 feet, or just under 6 foot 1? I have good posture and in shoes am always walking around taller than 6 foot 1. Thanks.
Thanks for answering my question, Rob. As a follow up, what would you say is appropriate to claim for my height? (185cm out of bed / 182.5-183cm before bed). I feel like "6 foot and a half" is a bit of a mouthful, but 6 feet is also selling myself a bit short. Maybe, just over 6 feet, or just under 6 foot 1? I have good posture and in shoes am always walking around taller than 6 foot 1. Thanks.
[Editor Rob: personally I'd just stick with saying 6ft...nobody is ever going to think you are shorter.
Well, 1 in a 100 might!]
Well, 1 in a 100 might!]
Jeff said on 14/Jan/17
Rob, as You stated in an old Youtube video , You said that the actual increase that a pair of elevator shoes can offer is less than the amount claimed on the website where they are sold ;although,i found that many people observed an increase equal to that stated on the site where they purchased their pair.Perhaps a different manufacture and brands is the answer to this ?
Rob, as You stated in an old Youtube video , You said that the actual increase that a pair of elevator shoes can offer is less than the amount claimed on the website where they are sold ;although,i found that many people observed an increase equal to that stated on the site where they purchased their pair.Perhaps a different manufacture and brands is the answer to this ?
[Editor Rob: I don't know if any brands have changed over the years, but some may well do an actual measurement in recent years. It is the most sensible way of doing it, and gives people a realistic expectation as to the actual height the shoe will give.]
Jas96 said on 14/Jan/17
Hey rob!, Any ideas how much this Reebok trainer would give quite a nice looking trainer that I have a feeling gives more than it looks Click Here thanks again rob
Hey rob!, Any ideas how much this Reebok trainer would give quite a nice looking trainer that I have a feeling gives more than it looks Click Here thanks again rob
[Editor Rob: new they should give a solid inch, but after a couple months I'm not sure how much the insole will compress.]
mtttrrr said on 13/Jan/17
Hey Rob, I have a curiosity. I measured myself out of bed and I'm 6ft. Then I notice that during the day my height doesn't go down as the common 2 cm but even worst. I mean, if I do keep a right posture and I keep my back straight I do measure 180 cm but I notice that walking when I pass near an object that I know it's 185m I feel like I'm 5.7 but If I stretch next that object I do realize I kept my height. You need to know I'm really thin, I weight 56kg, I don't have any shoulder height cause it's just bones. My posture can't determinate that? or my weight? Thanks.
Hey Rob, I have a curiosity. I measured myself out of bed and I'm 6ft. Then I notice that during the day my height doesn't go down as the common 2 cm but even worst. I mean, if I do keep a right posture and I keep my back straight I do measure 180 cm but I notice that walking when I pass near an object that I know it's 185m I feel like I'm 5.7 but If I stretch next that object I do realize I kept my height. You need to know I'm really thin, I weight 56kg, I don't have any shoulder height cause it's just bones. My posture can't determinate that? or my weight? Thanks.
[Editor Rob: some people do shrink a good 3cm, it's less common than between 1.5-2cm. You are still a decent enough 5ft 11 guy.]
krx32 said on 11/Jan/17
Hey, same problem with the sneakers page, it s a shame.
How about the adidas superstar sneakers ?
Click Here
Hey, same problem with the sneakers page, it s a shame.
How about the adidas superstar sneakers ?
Click Here
[Editor Rob: krx, the superstars can start off nearly an inch, but after a few weeks I found they went closer to 0.75 inch. Insole seemed to compress a lot.]
OuterCreek said on 6/Jan/17
Rob, I wake up at right around 6ft .75in barefoot and typically and bang on 6ft before bed, maybe a few mm below. In my daily walking around shoes, I typically walk around anywhere from 6ft 1 to 6ft 1.5, sometimes even closer to 6 ft 2 in boots. My question is, would you consider this "tall"? In most places I feel pretty tall, but then there are other times when I feel shorter. I know that this can be as a result of only noticing when people are taller than me. I'm pretty content with my height, ideally I would like to be probably 6ft 1 evening height but I can live with what I have.
My question is, would you consider my height tall, or above average? Thanks.
Rob, I wake up at right around 6ft .75in barefoot and typically and bang on 6ft before bed, maybe a few mm below. In my daily walking around shoes, I typically walk around anywhere from 6ft 1 to 6ft 1.5, sometimes even closer to 6 ft 2 in boots. My question is, would you consider this "tall"? In most places I feel pretty tall, but then there are other times when I feel shorter. I know that this can be as a result of only noticing when people are taller than me. I'm pretty content with my height, ideally I would like to be probably 6ft 1 evening height but I can live with what I have.
My question is, would you consider my height tall, or above average? Thanks.
[Editor Rob: I'd say it's at the start of the tall range...sometimes people filter out the shorter people a bit more than the taller and it seems there is a greater proportion of taller than shorter.]
Jas96 said on 3/Jan/17
Hi Rob can't get onto the celebheights sneaker page so this is the next closest could I get 1.5" inches from these boots Click Here
Hi Rob can't get onto the celebheights sneaker page so this is the next closest could I get 1.5" inches from these boots Click Here
[Editor Rob: Jas, I have removed the sneakers page for now...it's an ongoing problem with Google keeping removing the page from it's index and putting a spammers page instead (which copies the page entirely).
Depending on the insole I feel the boot should be very close to 1.5 inches, maybe 1.4ish.
]
Depending on the insole I feel the boot should be very close to 1.5 inches, maybe 1.4ish.
]
Nick said on 3/Jan/17
Rob, the sneaker article seems to have disappeared again
Rob, the sneaker article seems to have disappeared again
Fog5'11 said on 2/Jan/17
Hi Rob. Would putting a 4-5cm lift in a 1.6 inch work boot get me to look 6'1 in public? I remember you saying that the bigger the heel from the back the less height it gives as your foot slopes, but i was thinking the big heel of the work boot would compensate for this. Thanks.
Hi Rob. Would putting a 4-5cm lift in a 1.6 inch work boot get me to look 6'1 in public? I remember you saying that the bigger the heel from the back the less height it gives as your foot slopes, but i was thinking the big heel of the work boot would compensate for this. Thanks.
Adam said on 30/Dec/16
Just some info for anyone thinking of purchasing some Dons: the quality is excellent. I got the Potenza suede boots with 3.1 inch lift. If you are new to "liftage" in any way do as Rob advises and start lower. However, if you're used to wearing say 1 inch or 1.25 lifts in boots then the 3.1 inch dons will be no problem: they give about 2.8 and are comfortable for everyday use. Midsole tech is a must by the way.
Just some info for anyone thinking of purchasing some Dons: the quality is excellent. I got the Potenza suede boots with 3.1 inch lift. If you are new to "liftage" in any way do as Rob advises and start lower. However, if you're used to wearing say 1 inch or 1.25 lifts in boots then the 3.1 inch dons will be no problem: they give about 2.8 and are comfortable for everyday use. Midsole tech is a must by the way.
stev said on 16/Dec/16
Hi Rob, what happened to the sneaker height page? Thanks
Hi Rob, what happened to the sneaker height page? Thanks
[Editor Rob: stev, it is still Here.
Google removed the page from their search index and replaced it with a spammers cloaked version of the page.
They've done it several times with that page over the years...removed mine from the index and put the spammers page up instead.
Really embarrassing stuff from Google. It's why they are in my eyes a totally discredited and shameful company.
Clear example of why Google is absolutely useless in fighting spam...they simply don't care or seem to want to help spammers.
Google is a supporter of spam sites.]
Google removed the page from their search index and replaced it with a spammers cloaked version of the page.
They've done it several times with that page over the years...removed mine from the index and put the spammers page up instead.
Really embarrassing stuff from Google. It's why they are in my eyes a totally discredited and shameful company.
Clear example of why Google is absolutely useless in fighting spam...they simply don't care or seem to want to help spammers.
Google is a supporter of spam sites.]
Jas96 said on 16/Dec/16
Hey rob, didn't know where to post this comment as the section "sneakers" you used to have with the height on high street shoes has gone, my question is have you seen the new doc martens light range where instead of the heel on the sole it's now all joined into one like a wedge will the new light boots give the same amount of height and if so how much height do they give thanks! :)
Hey rob, didn't know where to post this comment as the section "sneakers" you used to have with the height on high street shoes has gone, my question is have you seen the new doc martens light range where instead of the heel on the sole it's now all joined into one like a wedge will the new light boots give the same amount of height and if so how much height do they give thanks! :)
[Editor Rob: I've not seen the Doc Martens up close to be able to give an idea on them. They don't seem to give much difference, from looking at photos though.]
Judd said on 14/Dec/16
[Editor Rob: I'm not sure how thick the insole on the Hogan is, but it could be a fraction, and give overall a 3cm range.]
You think might be just 3cms? keep in mind that the outside sole is something like 1''/2,5cm...
[Editor Rob: I'm not sure how thick the insole on the Hogan is, but it could be a fraction, and give overall a 3cm range.]
You think might be just 3cms? keep in mind that the outside sole is something like 1''/2,5cm...
[Editor Rob: I'm not sure they really look more than an inch outsole, it all depends on how thick insole is, which can be harder to tell. Some are 1-2mm, others might be 1/4-3/8th in thickness.]
Judd said on 9/Dec/16
rob how many cms give these Hogans Traditional Click Here ?
maybe 3-3,5 cms? it's what it seems...what do you think about?
rob how many cms give these Hogans Traditional Click Here ?
maybe 3-3,5 cms? it's what it seems...what do you think about?
[Editor Rob: I'm not sure how thick the insole on the Hogan is, but it could be a fraction, and give overall a 3cm range.]
sully said on 9/Dec/16
Wow Rob , you look a decent 6'0" with those Big Dons.
Wow Rob , you look a decent 6'0" with those Big Dons.
[Editor Rob: sully, the Big Dons are really big...nobody should ever jump straight in and buy such a pair, because you need to start lower and get used to walking with higher shoes.
I have tested the big dons about the house and believe me, they would take getting used to.
The 2.3 Dons are the kind of level most people can wear and function comfortably. 3 inch range becomes much more trickier I feel, I wouldn't recommend going much above a 2 incher if ever thinking of starting to wear elevator shoes!]
I have tested the big dons about the house and believe me, they would take getting used to.
The 2.3 Dons are the kind of level most people can wear and function comfortably. 3 inch range becomes much more trickier I feel, I wouldn't recommend going much above a 2 incher if ever thinking of starting to wear elevator shoes!]
Sandy Cowell said on 18/Nov/16
Ha ha ha! I appear to have been spelling 'heel' the wrong way, altering the entire meaning of the word! Ha ha ha!
Don't worry about altering it Rob! I think it's funny and I don't mind a giggle at my expense! You can print this as well!
Ha ha ha! I appear to have been spelling 'heel' the wrong way, altering the entire meaning of the word! Ha ha ha!
Don't worry about altering it Rob! I think it's funny and I don't mind a giggle at my expense! You can print this as well!
Sandy Cowell said on 18/Nov/16
Yes Rob! I remember the glam-rock era! I was only a kid but it still met with my approval that blokes could wear heals and platforms! It was downright honest as well as a great fashion statement! They weren't too uncomfortable to wear either when you got used to them! I used to walk miles in mine!
Yes Rob! I remember the glam-rock era! I was only a kid but it still met with my approval that blokes could wear heals and platforms! It was downright honest as well as a great fashion statement! They weren't too uncomfortable to wear either when you got used to them! I used to walk miles in mine!
[Editor Rob: Some fashion styles return, but I would be surprised if the platform 70's style heels for men ever returned.]
Sandy Cowell said on 18/Nov/16
Why is it considered cool and fashionable for women to wear towering great heals, yet if a bloke tries to increase his height by using his footwear, it is bordering on laughable?
It is so unfair!
Why is it considered cool and fashionable for women to wear towering great heals, yet if a bloke tries to increase his height by using his footwear, it is bordering on laughable?
It is so unfair!
[Editor Rob: it is viewed as a more feminine pursuit, although if you go back to the 70's or even much further back, there was periods in time where platform style heels for men were the norm and not thought of in a negative sense.]
tinydancer said on 8/Nov/16
ROB how likely is it for people to make a comment about if i take off my 2.5inch dons and go barefeet
i mean surely that is a drastic difference
ROB how likely is it for people to make a comment about if i take off my 2.5inch dons and go barefeet
i mean surely that is a drastic difference
[Editor Rob: Tiny, it is quite likely someone would recognise the drop in height.
How you deal with any comment is something that is harder to comment on, because some might just be curious, while another person might be more negative in attitude.
]
How you deal with any comment is something that is harder to comment on, because some might just be curious, while another person might be more negative in attitude.
]
Tunechi said on 8/Nov/16
Rob,
I am planing on purchasing many 2.5inch shoes from Don's. At home I am always in slippers, they are pretty thick...give exactly 1.2inches of height. Reason being, my feet hurt when I walk on our wooden floors. My actual height is 171cm. Do you think people that come over to my house would realise the height difference in shoes when we got out? At home ive never been questioned about my slippers, but the extra inch added when i am in my dons, would it be noticeable to the people that see me in my slippers at home?
I mean i am literally ALWAYS wearing slippers at home.
Thank you very much Rob
Rob,
I am planing on purchasing many 2.5inch shoes from Don's. At home I am always in slippers, they are pretty thick...give exactly 1.2inches of height. Reason being, my feet hurt when I walk on our wooden floors. My actual height is 171cm. Do you think people that come over to my house would realise the height difference in shoes when we got out? At home ive never been questioned about my slippers, but the extra inch added when i am in my dons, would it be noticeable to the people that see me in my slippers at home?
I mean i am literally ALWAYS wearing slippers at home.
Thank you very much Rob
[Editor Rob: Tunechi, some people might notice it...a half inch extra to nearly everybody wouldn't be anything that would make them think 'is this guy in lifts', but 1-1.5 might mean a small percentage of people will notice your height.
How you deal with the few people who ever even bring it up? You could just say it's thicker shoes, better posture in a manner that deems it unimportant.]
How you deal with the few people who ever even bring it up? You could just say it's thicker shoes, better posture in a manner that deems it unimportant.]
DAVEEAST said on 6/Nov/16
Hey Rob,
In the morning I am 171.8 but at night i creep down to 170cm. How tall would i be in 2.5 midsole tech elevator shoes from Dons?
Thanks rob
Hey Rob,
In the morning I am 171.8 but at night i creep down to 170cm. How tall would i be in 2.5 midsole tech elevator shoes from Dons?
Thanks rob
[Editor Rob: Dave, you would probably measure in the 176cm range at lunchtime in those dons.]
Greg said on 27/Oct/16
@Rob, I watched some videos from you on youtube. I come to realize, your height is not 173cm, but between 174cm and 175cm. Why do you claim 173cm? It distorts all your photos with celebrities. You are a solid 174cm and maybe a weak 175cm guy, so please change it. Thanks. Greetings.
@Rob, I watched some videos from you on youtube. I come to realize, your height is not 173cm, but between 174cm and 175cm. Why do you claim 173cm? It distorts all your photos with celebrities. You are a solid 174cm and maybe a weak 175cm guy, so please change it. Thanks. Greetings.
[Editor Rob: my low is 173cm. The stadiometer adds 1/8th inch extra height. Being on feet for many hours at conventions (when meeting actors) means I get to my low height quicker than at home, where some days I might not hit my low.]
Lucas said on 12/Oct/16
if i already have great posture elevator sneakers will not improve my posture?
if i already have great posture elevator sneakers will not improve my posture?
[Editor Rob: the angle means you might hold a consistant posture - maybe be less likely to slouch.]
Gideon15 said on 21/Sep/16
Hi, Rob. It is possible to grow 1 - 2 inches by doing stretching exercises? I,m 26. If so, can you recommend some of the best stretching exercises? On the other hand, I believe you said that you are comfortably with your height, but if you could, what barefoot height would you choose? 6ft or 6ft5? And, what do you think about a lift wearer like myself? I mean, do you find lousy that a 5ft11.75ft - 6ft guy wears 2 - 2.5 inches lifts? Please, excuse my poor level of English. Thank you in advance.
Hi, Rob. It is possible to grow 1 - 2 inches by doing stretching exercises? I,m 26. If so, can you recommend some of the best stretching exercises? On the other hand, I believe you said that you are comfortably with your height, but if you could, what barefoot height would you choose? 6ft or 6ft5? And, what do you think about a lift wearer like myself? I mean, do you find lousy that a 5ft11.75ft - 6ft guy wears 2 - 2.5 inches lifts? Please, excuse my poor level of English. Thank you in advance.
[Editor Rob: some claim to have gained 2cm through a few years of efforts...but if your plates are closed, your posture is good, there's nothing much more to do.
You could hang from a bar for years and your height won't increase.]
You could hang from a bar for years and your height won't increase.]
champagnepa said on 18/Sep/16
Hey there Rob
So currently I am 5'7.6 in my sneakers when i am out
i plan on purchasing elevators that will take my height up to 5'9.6
will this be a strong noticeable change to people? Im not talking about people i already knew, but to a stranger would i look significantly taller? I mean being 5'7.6 in shoes is kind of short but being 5.9.6 is surely a good difference?
how would most people in the UK see my height? average?
also what about friends and family..surely they would notice it?
I guess what im trying to get at is that will my height difference be strong for me positively or will it be barely noticeable?
cheers rob
Hey there Rob
So currently I am 5'7.6 in my sneakers when i am out
i plan on purchasing elevators that will take my height up to 5'9.6
will this be a strong noticeable change to people? Im not talking about people i already knew, but to a stranger would i look significantly taller? I mean being 5'7.6 in shoes is kind of short but being 5.9.6 is surely a good difference?
how would most people in the UK see my height? average?
also what about friends and family..surely they would notice it?
I guess what im trying to get at is that will my height difference be strong for me positively or will it be barely noticeable?
cheers rob
[Editor Rob: a 1 inch boost in height isn't as noticeable as say 1.5...I think the percentage who will notice the difference from your usual to 1.5 is much higher than your usual to just 1 inch above with a lift.
You could always get people used to seeing you 1 inch taller than usual....then further down the line increase to a 1.5 inch lift.
Staged increasing is something if I was wearing lifts I'd do.]
You could always get people used to seeing you 1 inch taller than usual....then further down the line increase to a 1.5 inch lift.
Staged increasing is something if I was wearing lifts I'd do.]
Chris said on 17/Sep/16
Rob,
About a year and a bit ago, I bought my first and currently only pair of Don's shoes. They claimed to give me 3.5 inches. I never really measured myself in them. At the time, with little knowledge about height increase, I just took the site as gospel.
As soon as I got them, I realised they fit big... really big. Almost what I'd say 2-3 sizes bigger than my actual foot, despite having my foot measured. I just attempted to put some tight laces on and overtime, dealt with it.
The heels have really worn through. I honestly am at the point where I don't feel much difference between my elevator height and my actual height. I've used these boots a lot. But today I measured myself at 166.5cm (evening after a full day of walking).
Then I re-measured with the elevator shoes on and I gained just a 4cm increase to just over 170cm -- barely 1.5inches of height.
I decided to test this and made a mark on my door where my eye level was flat, and then with the elevators. The distance between the two marks was, again 4cm.
Now, the reason behind this - I'm not really aware. That's why I'm messaging you. Could it be because the shoes are such a big fit on my feet that I'm losing so much height, or were they simply made with less height than advertised on the site?
I measured the boot, like you did in your videos - and the 4cm mark was past the heel and into the interior lift itself.
I imagine, that before I wore the heel out so much, the shoes maximum height was most likely around 6-6.5cm but again, I could have lost that additional height due to the size of the shoe on my feet?
I've never really felt above 171cm wearing them - (or a 5'6-5'6.5 guy in public, due to the fact everyone else would be wearing shoes as well)
I guess if this all seems accurate to you, (I assure you all these measurements are 100% correct) - then are there better elevator shoes either on Don's or on the market that I can get? Something which will give me a legitimate 3+ inch gain. I guess I'd be looking at something imbeteen your 2.5 inch shoe and the massive 4inch one (which I have to say, do look quite obvious and are probably terrible to walk in) - If you can recommend any shoes in particular, I'd really appreciate it.
Or, alternatively is it worth taking these boots to the local shoe clerk and getting the heel built up by an extra 3-4cm ;)
Any advice, greatly appreciate it
Chris.
Rob,
About a year and a bit ago, I bought my first and currently only pair of Don's shoes. They claimed to give me 3.5 inches. I never really measured myself in them. At the time, with little knowledge about height increase, I just took the site as gospel.
As soon as I got them, I realised they fit big... really big. Almost what I'd say 2-3 sizes bigger than my actual foot, despite having my foot measured. I just attempted to put some tight laces on and overtime, dealt with it.
The heels have really worn through. I honestly am at the point where I don't feel much difference between my elevator height and my actual height. I've used these boots a lot. But today I measured myself at 166.5cm (evening after a full day of walking).
Then I re-measured with the elevator shoes on and I gained just a 4cm increase to just over 170cm -- barely 1.5inches of height.
I decided to test this and made a mark on my door where my eye level was flat, and then with the elevators. The distance between the two marks was, again 4cm.
Now, the reason behind this - I'm not really aware. That's why I'm messaging you. Could it be because the shoes are such a big fit on my feet that I'm losing so much height, or were they simply made with less height than advertised on the site?
I measured the boot, like you did in your videos - and the 4cm mark was past the heel and into the interior lift itself.
I imagine, that before I wore the heel out so much, the shoes maximum height was most likely around 6-6.5cm but again, I could have lost that additional height due to the size of the shoe on my feet?
I've never really felt above 171cm wearing them - (or a 5'6-5'6.5 guy in public, due to the fact everyone else would be wearing shoes as well)
I guess if this all seems accurate to you, (I assure you all these measurements are 100% correct) - then are there better elevator shoes either on Don's or on the market that I can get? Something which will give me a legitimate 3+ inch gain. I guess I'd be looking at something imbeteen your 2.5 inch shoe and the massive 4inch one (which I have to say, do look quite obvious and are probably terrible to walk in) - If you can recommend any shoes in particular, I'd really appreciate it.
Or, alternatively is it worth taking these boots to the local shoe clerk and getting the heel built up by an extra 3-4cm ;)
Any advice, greatly appreciate it
Chris.
[Editor Rob: it might be an option to have a local shoemaker redo the sole of the heel which might regain you a cm if they really have worn a fair amount.
I'd definitely email Dons and tell them about the wear and tear and see what they say...for over a years use I would expect the outer sole to have held up better, so maybe the pair you got wasn't up to scratch.
You could have lost height in both the insole and the outer sole. If it was a 3.5 inch model I'd have expected them to start with nearer to 3 inches overall height...but if the model had a higher angle internal lift, then it might have been under 3 inches.
They did introduce 'midsole tech' which means the lift doesn't slope as much, hence you should gain more than the older styles of lifts gave you.]
I'd definitely email Dons and tell them about the wear and tear and see what they say...for over a years use I would expect the outer sole to have held up better, so maybe the pair you got wasn't up to scratch.
You could have lost height in both the insole and the outer sole. If it was a 3.5 inch model I'd have expected them to start with nearer to 3 inches overall height...but if the model had a higher angle internal lift, then it might have been under 3 inches.
They did introduce 'midsole tech' which means the lift doesn't slope as much, hence you should gain more than the older styles of lifts gave you.]
Ryan said on 15/Sep/16
I just purchased my first pair of Don's a few months back and recently ran into this article. These shoes are amazing - not only in terms of its height enhancement, but in that they are beautiful. I'm really glad to see a very well written article recommending Don's.
I just purchased my first pair of Don's a few months back and recently ran into this article. These shoes are amazing - not only in terms of its height enhancement, but in that they are beautiful. I'm really glad to see a very well written article recommending Don's.
RobV said on 12/Sep/16
A few posters have asked about how elevators at different heights will look with skinny jeans. As someone who really likes skinny jeans, and wears elevators all the time now, I can tell you that there are many factors with this but it can easily be pulled off - it's not simple at the higher levels but there ARE some simple rules. A lot depends upon the style of boot, what is fashionable in your area right now, the colour and length of the jeans, the material, even the time of year/weather. I myself can and do wear the bigger 4" elevators (in black) with superskinny black jeans, but this is because i have worked it out carefully in style terms and would not do it all the time everywhere.
First the simple bit - there is just no way that anyone will call you out if you were to buy the lower elevators (3" or less), but always make sure that the style of elevator and pants go together from a fashion point of view. Look at sites with guys wearing skinnies and what they are wearing (I have always found Topman in the Uk to be a great guide). You will see that it varies - some guys are wearing boots that frankly LOOK like they might be elevators because most boots look big and heavy under skinnies. They are not elevators but they look big and thick. That's a plus for you and when the look is like that (specially in winter in colder countries) then it's a real doubleplus and you can get away with way more. When boots like that are really fashionable I wear my 4" boots (d'Etnas from Dons or Ischias from GuidoMaggi) and it's a perfect perfect look.
Unless you are making the classic statement of drawing attention to your boots (and I suggest lower ones in that event - like brown boots with black jeans or something - then black and black allows you way more latitude as it all follows in a line. I can even get the longest length in skinnies and roll them up slightly. But I stress that this look needs to be checked and re-checked in the mirror and I would say not too much of the boot should be exposed. Try if possible to keep that line at the back so no clumpy boot shows. Also always always make sure that when the boots are done up that they fit closely at the top - this is a must, otherwise it can look a bit like the boots are lost on you, too roomy. The cool look is when they fit close and tight at the top. I have said it also before - when you buy elevators, buy them in at least one size larger than you normally buy (2 sizes up if you are wearing them SOLELY under more bootcut style jeans, but not with skinnies).
I've given my e-mail address here before for anyone wanting advice and haven't done it for some time, but I have been wearing lifts and elevators successfully since I was late teens and have kinda worked out all the stuff on this kinda front. I'm on robfranklin980 @ yahoo.co.uk if ever you need advice.
A few posters have asked about how elevators at different heights will look with skinny jeans. As someone who really likes skinny jeans, and wears elevators all the time now, I can tell you that there are many factors with this but it can easily be pulled off - it's not simple at the higher levels but there ARE some simple rules. A lot depends upon the style of boot, what is fashionable in your area right now, the colour and length of the jeans, the material, even the time of year/weather. I myself can and do wear the bigger 4" elevators (in black) with superskinny black jeans, but this is because i have worked it out carefully in style terms and would not do it all the time everywhere.
First the simple bit - there is just no way that anyone will call you out if you were to buy the lower elevators (3" or less), but always make sure that the style of elevator and pants go together from a fashion point of view. Look at sites with guys wearing skinnies and what they are wearing (I have always found Topman in the Uk to be a great guide). You will see that it varies - some guys are wearing boots that frankly LOOK like they might be elevators because most boots look big and heavy under skinnies. They are not elevators but they look big and thick. That's a plus for you and when the look is like that (specially in winter in colder countries) then it's a real doubleplus and you can get away with way more. When boots like that are really fashionable I wear my 4" boots (d'Etnas from Dons or Ischias from GuidoMaggi) and it's a perfect perfect look.
Unless you are making the classic statement of drawing attention to your boots (and I suggest lower ones in that event - like brown boots with black jeans or something - then black and black allows you way more latitude as it all follows in a line. I can even get the longest length in skinnies and roll them up slightly. But I stress that this look needs to be checked and re-checked in the mirror and I would say not too much of the boot should be exposed. Try if possible to keep that line at the back so no clumpy boot shows. Also always always make sure that when the boots are done up that they fit closely at the top - this is a must, otherwise it can look a bit like the boots are lost on you, too roomy. The cool look is when they fit close and tight at the top. I have said it also before - when you buy elevators, buy them in at least one size larger than you normally buy (2 sizes up if you are wearing them SOLELY under more bootcut style jeans, but not with skinnies).
I've given my e-mail address here before for anyone wanting advice and haven't done it for some time, but I have been wearing lifts and elevators successfully since I was late teens and have kinda worked out all the stuff on this kinda front. I'm on robfranklin980 @ yahoo.co.uk if ever you need advice.
KDfor3 said on 7/Sep/16
Hey there Rob
just a though on my mind today. i know elevators help a lot with your posture which is a good thing. i was wondering about the average male/female. Lets not kid ourselves, a lot of people nowadays have poor posture. when walking, standing etc, people tend to be slouching. So when someone declares their height, for example a woman, and she says that she is 5'4. Being logical, she probably measured that height when standing her absolute tallest. Would it be safe to presume that when walking around and standing normal, she would actually measure at 5'3 because of the fact that A LOT of people slouch? is that a safe assumption? i mean if ur posture is great (not a lot of people) then you are not really losing any height when standing/walking, but most the majority of us that have poor posture, is it safe to presume that we are actually around 1 inch smaller than our measured height, as we are standing our tallest with good posture, but on a normal everyday basis we are slouching which brings down our normal height?
let me know if you understand what im saying and I'd love to hear back
Hey there Rob
just a though on my mind today. i know elevators help a lot with your posture which is a good thing. i was wondering about the average male/female. Lets not kid ourselves, a lot of people nowadays have poor posture. when walking, standing etc, people tend to be slouching. So when someone declares their height, for example a woman, and she says that she is 5'4. Being logical, she probably measured that height when standing her absolute tallest. Would it be safe to presume that when walking around and standing normal, she would actually measure at 5'3 because of the fact that A LOT of people slouch? is that a safe assumption? i mean if ur posture is great (not a lot of people) then you are not really losing any height when standing/walking, but most the majority of us that have poor posture, is it safe to presume that we are actually around 1 inch smaller than our measured height, as we are standing our tallest with good posture, but on a normal everyday basis we are slouching which brings down our normal height?
let me know if you understand what im saying and I'd love to hear back
[Editor Rob: a proportion of the population have poor posture, but a lot actually are standing about 1/4 to 1/2 inch less than their measured height. A lesser proportion within 1/4 inch, but those are usually people who are fit and healthy.]
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