Elevator Sneakers Compared: How to Choose Between 5 cm, 6 cm and 7 cm
Compared by Height | Elevator Sneakers
Compared
How to Choose Between 5cm, 6cm and 7cm
Sneaker-style elevator shoes look and wear differently at 5cm, 6cm and 7cm. This guide compares LEVANO's 10 models by height and explains how to choose for a first pair, for everyday wear, and for days when you want a solid boost.
“I want to add height naturally with sneakers. But should I choose 5cm, 6cm or 7cm?”
Elevator sneakers are more casual and easier to wear every day than the dress-shoe type, but with so many height options they are also easy to get stuck on. A difference of just 1cm changes how natural they look, how quickly you get used to them, and which trousers they pair with.
In this article we compare LEVANO's 10 elevator sneaker models by height and explain who, and which days, each one suits. You can see every model for everyday wear, including loafers and boots, in the Casual Elevator Shoes collection.
What This Article Covers
- The short answer | 5cm for a first pair, 6cm for balance, 7cm for a solid boost
- Comparison table of all 10 models
- Recommended 5cm models
- Recommended 6cm models
- Recommended 7cm models
- How to choose: points specific to sneakers
POINT 01
The Short Answer | 5cm for a First Pair, 6cm for Balance, 7cm for a Solid Boost
For a first pair or daily wear: a 5cm lift
A height that rarely affects the way you walk and makes trouser length easy to balance. Suited to those who want to try elevator shoes first, or who want to wear them every day for commuting or school.
For a balance of natural look and change: a 6cm to 6.5cm lift
A height where the change is clearly noticeable yet still looks natural. Recommended for dates and smart-casual outfits. If 6cm feels like not quite enough and 7cm feels a little high, there is also the 6.5cm option in between, the 6.5cm Heel-Accent White Elevator Sneakers No.39.
For days when you want a solid boost: a 7cm lift
A height where the change in your look is clearly visible. Choose a model whose silhouette does not look thick-soled and pair it with trousers that have a slightly wider hem, and it looks natural.
POINT 02
Comparison Table of All 10 Models
LEVANO Elevator Sneakers Compared
Prices, stock and size ranges are subject to change. Please check each product page before purchasing.
POINT 03
Recommended 5cm Models
A 5cm lift is the height that looks the most natural. It suits those wearing elevator shoes for the first time and those who want to wear them every day for commuting or school. You can see every 5cm model in the 5cm Elevator Shoes collection.
no01 | When in doubt, choose this
A basic low-top standard that pairs easily with any trousers. The price is accessible too, and it is often chosen as a first pair.
no05 | A wide size range
Available from 23.0cm, so it also suits those looking for a smaller size.
no13 | For a smarter look
A clean, French-inspired design that is easy to wear on dates and at dinners.
POINT 04
Recommended 6cm Models
A 6cm lift is just right for those who want a change but do not want it to look unnatural. All 6cm models are gathered in the 6cm Elevator Shoes collection.
no02 | The balanced standard
A low-top with a 6cm lift. Versatile enough for everything from everyday wear to weekend dates.
no08 | A high-top that covers the ankle
The advantage of a high-top that covers the ankle is that the heel height is less noticeable. It also pairs easily with slimmer trousers and is recommended for dates.
no39 | A 6.5cm white sneaker
A 6.5cm lift in clean white with an accent at the heel. Its height sits between 6cm and 7cm, and it is an easy model to wear on dates and long walks around town.
POINT 05
Recommended 7cm Models
A 7cm lift is the height at which the change in your look is clearly visible. Choose a model whose silhouette does not look thick-soled and pair it with straight or tapered trousers with a slightly wider hem, and it looks natural. See all 7cm models in the 7cm Elevator Shoes collection.
no04 | A solid boost in genuine leather
A 7cm lift with a genuine leather upper. Works for everyday wear, of course, and also for slightly dressier occasions such as dates and dinners.
no06 | Monotone and easy to pair
A monotone palette that goes well with trousers of any shade. It gives a style boost while keeping the thick-sole look to a minimum.
no10 | A classic design
A classic sneaker at approx. 405g. For those who want a pair to wear for a long time, or who want added height with an understated look.
no37 | Monotone with accent lines
A 7cm lift in a monotone palette with accent lines on a white base. An easy model to work into outfits for dates, everyday wear and walks around town.
POINT 06
How to Choose: Points Specific to Sneakers
Low-top or high-top
A high-top covers the ankle, so the heel height is less noticeable. A low-top is light and easy to pair; the trick is to wear it with trousers whose hem rests lightly on the heel.
White or black
White looks clean and suits spring and summer; black looks sharper and makes the bulk of the shoe less noticeable. If in doubt, black is the safe choice.
How to pair with trousers
Sneakers already have a thick sole, so a standard to slightly wider hem looks natural. Avoid rolling up the hem, as it exposes the heel and draws attention to the height.
How to choose your size
Your usual sneaker size is the guide. If you have wide feet or a high instep, go one size up. If the size does not fit, a size exchange is available once, within 7 days of delivery (the customer pays the return shipping, and LEVANO pays the shipping of the replacement. The shoes must be unused and tried on indoors only, and the packing slip must be included).
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Will people notice even with the sneaker type?
Sneakers already have a thick sole, so the height is less noticeable than with dress shoes. Pair a model whose silhouette does not look thick-soled with trousers whose hem rests lightly on the heel, and even a 7cm lift can look natural.
Q. Is a 7cm lift hard to walk in?
It takes some getting used to, but it is a height you can wear every day. If it is your first pair, we recommend starting with 5cm to 6cm, or if you choose 7cm, breaking them in indoors for a few days before going out.
Q. Is there any point in owning both 5cm and 7cm?
Yes. Switching between 5cm for daily wear and 7cm for days when you want a solid boost makes them easy to keep wearing.
LEVANO SNEAKERS
For Those Looking for Elevator Sneakers at the Right Height for Them
LEVANO offers elevator sneakers with lifts of 5cm, 6cm, 6.5cm and 7cm. With silhouettes that do not look thick-soled, they give a natural style boost for everything from everyday wear to dates.
Summary
For elevator sneakers, the guide is 5cm for a first pair or daily wear, 6cm for a balance of natural look and change, and 7cm for days when you want a solid boost.
At 5cm the candidates are no01, no05 and no13; at 6cm to 6.5cm, no02, no08 and no39; and at 7cm, no04, no06, no10 and no37.
Black makes the bulk of the shoe less noticeable, and trousers with a standard to slightly wider hem that rests lightly on the heel look natural.
Your usual sneaker size is the guide, and if it does not fit, a size exchange is available once, within 7 days of delivery (the customer pays the return shipping).
Products Featured in This Article | All 10 Models
5cm lift
5cm Elevator Sneakers No.01 | For a first pair. The most natural-looking 5cm lift
5cm Heel-Up Elevator Sneakers No.05 | Available from 23.0cm. A 5cm lift with a wide size range
5cm French Heel-Up Elevator Sneakers No.13 | A 5cm lift with a French-inspired design that wears smart
6cm to 6.5cm lift
6cm Elevator Sneakers No.02 | A 6cm lift with a good balance of natural look and change
6cm High-Top Elevator Sneakers No.08 | A 6cm lift in a high-top that covers the ankle
6.5cm Heel-Accent White Elevator Sneakers No.39 | Between 6cm and 7cm, in a clean white
7cm lift
7cm Heel-Up Elevator Sneakers No.04 | A 7cm lift in genuine leather for a solid boost
7cm Monotone Elevator Sneakers No.06 | A monotone 7cm lift that pairs easily with trousers of any shade
7cm Classic Elevator Sneakers No.10 | Approx. 405g, a 7cm lift with a classic design
7cm Monotone Line Elevator Sneakers No.37 | A monotone 7cm lift with accent lines
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