Buying Guide

As a rule of thumb, go for 5 to 6 cm if a natural look matters most, or 7 to 8 cm if you want a real boost. This guide compares 5 cm, 6 cm, 7 cm and 8 cm in a table by natural look, height gained and suitable occasions, and explains how to choose the right height for a first pair, for work, weddings and dates.

Elevator shoes get noticed because of sole thickness, heel balance and trouser length. This guide explains how to choose a pair that does not look thick-soled and introduces 8 recommended LEVANO models that add 5 cm to 8 cm, chosen by height and use, with a comparison table.