elevator shoe
Discreet stature enhancer
An elevator shoe has a thick, concealed insert in the heel and sole to make the wearer appear taller.
Unlike platform shoes, the height boost is hidden inside, invisible to observers.
Often marketed to men self-conscious about their height: He wore elevator shoes to the interview.
Mechanism for vertical transport
- boostUpward push or increase
- platformRaised flat structure
- insoleShoe's interior liner
- heelFoot's rear underside
sole · insert · riser · cushion · wedge · hidden · discreet · subtle
Laceless slip-on shoe
- bootHigh shoe or startup
- oxfordClosed-lacing dress shoe
- brogueAccent or sturdy shoe
- derbyOpen-entry competition
wingtip · chukka · sneaker · lace-up · slip-on · leather · suede · moccasin
One's sense of worth
- empowermentGaining authority or confidence
- poiseGraceful, unshakable calm
- assuranceFirm promise or certainty
- self-assuranceConfidence in one's abilities
stature · presence · posture · swagger · bearing · boldness · assertiveness · height
Distinctive way of expression
- trendDirection of change
- designerOne who plans appearances
- bespokeMade to individual specifications
- tailoredAdjusted to fit exactly
chic · sartorial · silhouette · aesthetic · ensemble · accessory · sleek · modern
Correct relative positioning
- postureBody position, alignment
- spineColumn of vertebrae
- gaitLocomotion pattern
- balanceSteadiness or amount owed
stance · comfort · orthopedic · biomechanics · stability · cushioning · walking · standing
lift
Mechanism for vertical transport
heel · sole · insert · riser · cushion · wedge · hidden · discreet · subtle · unnoticeable
loafer
Laceless slip-on shoe
derby · wingtip · chukka · sneaker · lace-up · slip-on · leather · suede · moccasin · Chelsea
self-esteem
One's sense of worth
- empowermentGaining authority or confidence
- poiseGraceful, unshakable calm
- assuranceFirm promise or certainty
self-assurance · stature · presence · posture · swagger · bearing · boldness · assertiveness · height · taller
style
Distinctive way of expression
tailored · chic · sartorial · silhouette · aesthetic · ensemble · accessory · sleek · modern · vintage
alignment
Correct relative positioning
balance · stance · comfort · orthopedic · biomechanics · stability · cushioning · walking · standing · lumbar
elevator shoeflats
Dwellings or low shoes
ballet flats · loafers · moccasins · flip-flops · sandals
elevator shoestilettos
Thin, high-heeled shoes
platform shoes · platform boots · high heels · platforms · wedges
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