Our fixation with tall men is not a new phenomenon, height has always been important. The ancient Romans and Greeks used platform shoes to appear taller. A tall person is more likely to get a job that requires authority. A shorter person irrespective of his qualification is bound to lose out to tall men as the human eye is programmed to associate height with strength, confidence and assertiveness. Countless studies have shown that short people do not command the same respect as tall people do. Tall people are also likely to climb the social ladder faster Christian Louboutin glitter than their shorter counterparts. Till the 1980s there was a way short men could gain height instantly - platform shoes. However, the disco era ended and with it platform shoes went out of fashion.

Due to the overwhelming desire of short people to gain height there was immense pressure on the shoe industry in Europe and North America to find a suitable replacement for platform shoes. The shoe industry responded positively and introduced elevator shoes. These height increasing men's shoes are mostly hand crafted and are available at select stores; however, Christian Louboutin most manufacturers also have online stores from where you can order a pair or two.

The construction of elevator shoe is markedly different from platform shoes. The elevator shoe is like any other normal shoe in outward appearance. Each pair of elevator shoe has an in-built heel lift, which is also called as insole. The insole is made of tough yet shock absorbent material to bear the weight without sinking. The shoe is similar to other shoes on the outside and it is very difficult to spot any difference by casting a cursory glance. Earlier these elevated Christian Louboutin peep toe glitter pumps shoes were worn only by celebrities on advice of their consultants. Today they are available to anyone who is ready to pay for it.

The height increasing insoles are discreetly stitched inside the shoe. People low on self-confidence have benefited immensely by using these height increasing shoes. The height gained can vary between 1 - 3 inches depending on the height of the insole.

So, if you are less than average height and feel that fate has dealt you a poor hand, order a pair of elevator shoes and see your confidence soar through the roof. Your social and professional life will also see a qualitative change.

Walk Tall Shoes are one of the North America's top manufacturers of elevator shoes. The shoes manufactured by them are not only contemporary in style but are made from some of the finest leathers.