ELEVATOR SHOES DARIO +1,97 INCHES
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Why choose Faretti shoes?
- Handcrafted footwear of the highest quality
- From 2 to 5 inches of discreet additional height
- All-day comfort and wearability
- Support a straight posture and a healthy spine
- You gain a slimmer silhouette and a more confident stride
- Your self-confidence grows
- Trusted by tens of thousands of men
- Wide selection of models perfect for any occasion
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Dario elevator shoes add 1.97 inches (5 cm) to your height in a sleek, high-shine patent finish — refined evening elegance with a secret built in.
Handmade from high-quality patent leather, Dario has the deep, glossy black finish that defines formal eveningwear. It's a classic Derby: an open lacing system, a gently rounded toe and clean, subtle side stitching — understated, timeless and quietly luxurious. The perfect partner to a tuxedo or dinner suit, and equally at home at any black-tie occasion, wedding or formal event.
Discretion, perfected
At 5 cm, Dario offers our most subtle lift — and paired with a slim, formal sole, it's completely undetectable. No one will ever suspect there's extra height built in; the shoe keeps the balanced proportions of a classic dress shoe from every angle. It's height for the moments where discretion matters most.
Comfort that lasts the evening
A soft leather lining keeps you comfortable from the ceremony through to the last dance, while the durable, slip-resistant sole provides stability and sure footing on any floor.
Dario is the ideal choice for men who value elegance, comfort and a discreet boost in height — as sharp with a suit as it is with formalwear.
| Model name | Dario |
|---|---|
| Model code | 150 |
| Height boost | 1.97 inches |
| Color | Black patent |
| Style | Wedding, Formal |
| Upper material | Cow leather |
| Lining | Genuine leather |
| Insole material | Genuine leather |
| Sole material | Rubber |
| Closure type | Lace-up |
Size guide
We list foot length — not insole length
We use international sizing — the size you wear in your everyday shoes will fit you here too.
| EU Size | Rozmiar UK | Foot Length [cm] | Dł. stopy [inches] |
|---|---|---|---|
| 37 | 4 | 23.5 - 24 | 9.3 - 9.4 |
| 38 | 5 | 24.1 - 24.5 | 9.5 - 9.6 |
| 39 | 6 | 24.6 - 25 | 9.7 - 9.8 |
| 40 | 6.5 | 25.1 - 25.5 | 9.9 - 10 |
| 41 | 7 | 25.6 - 26 | 10.1 - 10.2 |
| 42 | 8 | 26.1 - 26.5 | 10.3 - 10.4 |
| 43 | 9 | 26.6 - 27 | 10.5 - 10.6 |
| 44 | 9.5 | 27.1 - 27.5 | 10.7 - 10.8 |
| 45 | 10.5 | 27.6 - 28 | 10.9 - 11 |
How to measure your foot
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Stand on a sheet of paper, ideally in the evening — your foot is at its largest then.
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Mark your heel and longest toe, then measure the distance with a ruler.
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Compare the result with the table.
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NO ONE WILL SEE IT. YOU'LL FEEL IT
The height increase is built into the structure of the shoe, not the heel. The heel is a standard height — the same as on any other shoe. The proportions stay natural. From the outside, it simply looks like an ordinary shoe.
We specialise in elevator shoes and nothing else. It's the only thing we do — which is why we know how to hide a few centimetres and still keep the shoe looking natural.
You'll notice the difference for the first time in the mirror. Then in a group photo, where you're standing taller than usual. And in conversation, when you look someone straight in the eye instead of slightly upwards. It changes how others see you.
It doesn't change who you are. It changes how you feel every day.
Extra height
Height increase hidden in the sole. Gain 2-5 inches