Thursday, December 8, 2016

Do you know about our elevator shoes app?

We have been making use of iPhone app for the last 3 years now.  It has over 1000 Downloads, also for those of you with the google android operating system can also download from the play store I hope you like all the shoes that we create not only our elevator shoes but Cuban heels, Golf Shoes, and Bespoke.


Inside of a Hand welted shoe, note the wooden shank and Cork Filler


Mr Jerome wearing his Boss 13326

Friday, November 11, 2016

Our Hand-Welted shoes

I though it would be nice to show a few images of the production process for creating hand-welted shoes.

The sole efdge of the Madison shoe

                                                  Cork between the midsole and the outsole
                                                              Our Hand-Welted golf shoe

                                                     The plate for the female part for the cleats



                                                                     Half-Welted
                                                                      Full-Welted
                A rare chance to make a batch of handwelted shoes, production time being 3 weeks for these 10 pairs
                                                               The Midsole channel and below is our V Heel
                                                                I'm very proud that we can make hand-welted shoes.
It has taken us a few years to get the this level. Long my it continue 

and a video of our Hand-welted shoes




Thursday, October 27, 2016

New style dropping on 1st Nov

I just want to quickly mention that I have 2 new styles going on the website on the 1st on November 2017. Also in other news I plan to do a Trunk show tour of the USA in Feb/March It a great chance to get your foot measured and see up close the leathers and construction methods that we used to create our shoes. The dates are not set as yet, I plan to email all customers the dates and locations so please do register with the website on contact me on info-at-donsfootwear.com.

Cheers
                                                          ( Working title Sandy Beach)

Our Showroom Manager and shoe shiner Mr Frank with his black band tribute

Thursday, October 13, 2016

The Modestman

I would just like to say a big thanks to the Modest man for the article that he made for the Don shoe. I've known of his work for a few years now, so it is indeed a pleasure to see my shoe finally featured on his blog.





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Friday, September 2, 2016

The Don of Don's Footwear

A long overdue introduction....

Hello There.


I am Don, ( Allan Donnelly) I am the Owner of Don's Footwear. I don't tend to show my face much and so now here it is. I'm the shy reluctant front man of www.donsfootwear.com lol. Over the years I'm slowly learning to understand that its important to show my customers that there is indeed a story behind the brand. As you all know I create shoes that give men an added height boost, I'm very proud to help men improve their lives, and I'm also very satisfied at the quality that I produce at. These special/secret  elevator shoes that I create are my bread and butter but at the same time its very hard to talk about them or to promote such a shoe as we all know its supposed to be a secret. For many years I have had a yearning to create regular shoes and to be know as a good Bespoke Shoemaker and so that's why I made a small showroom in the MahaNakhon, From that location I only take orders for Bespoke non height increasing shoes for It helps to increase my skill set before I start my new venture in California. Yes that's right! For 2017 I have a plan to start-up a small shoe making studio in L.A or San Diego. Don's Footwear will soon be International.
I love the U.SA and soon I will be meeting clients on a regular basis from my new base. Follow me on twitter for further updates.

Always happy to keep it brief

Don

Our Showroom is located in one of the world most Iconic buildings


Tuesday, July 26, 2016

Tuesday, May 24, 2016

Elevator shoes reviews (Dec 2015 to May 2016)

Hello.

Thank you for visiting  the elevatorshoes4men blog. These days I tend to post reviews that I receive to the Don's Footwear website.

(25th May 2016)
Hey man got the shoes today and they are awesome. So comfortable and the material is so amazing. Worth every penny!

Thanks Allan.

(24t Hi Don)
 Just got the shoes. They look just amazing and fit perfect. I am beyond pleased with the product as well as service. You guys are great.  I'll make sure I recommend them to any I know.
 
All the best and Thank you again.
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(17th May 2016)
Hi Allan,
I am very satisfied with the shoes, I would not hesitate to order more

Thank you
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(16th May 2016)
Hi Allan
 
I just wanted to congratulate myself with you for the shoes you sent me, delivery was fast and the shoes themselves are beautiful and the fit is perfect. Thank you very much once more.
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(16th May 2016)
 I bought a pair of boot rom you three years ago.  I've worn them literally almost every day since and I still love them but it is time for another.
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(13th May 2016)
Hi Allan,
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Thank you and extremely pleased and delighted with the shoes, wearing the business ones today with my Hackett Suit and looks great. I love the attention to detail, the soles are very impressive too, feel snug on first outing but will I know soon give to my foot and I can tell already just how comfy they are.
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(28th April 2016
Got the boots!  They are amazing!  Look just like the YSL’s.  Thanks again Allan
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(20th April 2016)
Got them! Love them! Thanks for the excellent work!
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(16th April 2016)
Dear Allan,
 
Thank you for the masterpieces you have crafted, very well received, and beyond all expectations. I've never had or even seen a pair of shoes made to such an extremely high standard.
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(15th April 2016)
All arrived. Looking great. Fits much better, thanks Allan. These are quite cool.
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 (14th April 2016)
Received the shoes today, they are fantastic quality and look just like I wanted! Will definitely be a continuing customer of Don’s Footwear. 
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(11th April 2016)
 Hey Allan!!
I got the shoes last week, and I put them on for the first time last night when I went to the casino & bar, They are Absolutely Perfect!!!!! Omg I love them!! I think these are a little more elevated than my last pair (which I love)!!! I had  my shoe smith put this (Goodyear rubber) bottoms on the soul and heel to protect the leather. It's Amazing!! 
Again Allan they are perfect!! Keep my size in your computer, and the elevated amount as well cause I'm going to order another pair, I just need to pick another style out.
Fabulous work Allan!!!!! Even my shoe smith complemented on the workmen ship!!!
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(10th April 2016)
Don,
Shoes came in perfect timing, really loved them. They were excellent dancing shoes as well. Thanks again for everything.😄
Take care
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(2nd April 2016)
Alan, 
 
Wow!!!! 
 
Two weeks from our last email and we received the shoes yesterday!!!
 
First, thank you for shipping the shoes expedited to me. 
Second, we will be purchasing shoes in August for the Fall.
Third, I can't express how much I appreciate your fast service for a well crafted hand made product!!!

Best 
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(1st April 2016)
Hello, stumbled upon your website.  Your shoes look amazing and the craftsmanship is quite exquisite!  I look forward to ordering my first pair someday.  Thank you
-Gabe
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(31st March 2016)
Allan!  Wow man I am completely blown away at how tremendously awesome the shoes are.  They arrived at my folks house and they brought them to my place last night.  They are truly the perfect wedding shoe in every way.  I love the color, fit, and feel like a new man in them.  Without a doubt the finest pair of shoes I have ever owned.  I just wanted to send you my thanks and appreciation for working with me and for all of the hard work you and your team put in.  I have been bragging about how excited I have been and how truly awesome the whole experience has been.  I can't wait to get my next pair soon.  I hope you are well this week and thank you again for everything.  Long live Don's Footwear!
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(31st March 2016)
Hello Allan,
I got it ! Very happy with your handwork, exactly my size and very comfortable.
Just have to set a pad for the sole.
Thank you very much.
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(22nd March 2016)
Don! -- The shoes came and THEY ARE ABSOLUTELY PERFECT! I am completely in love with them and they fit like a GLOVE.
Thank you for making these shoes possible in time for my wedding-- it means so much!
Already can't wait to order my next pair from you!
 
Best,
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(19th March 2016)
hello I have received chaussures.elles are beautiful and high quality manufacturing.  I'll order you yet other shoes and go through air .merci email and congratulations to the shoemaker

Envoyé de mon iPhone
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(18th March 2016)
 The black hulks with black soles arrived and they're spectacular.   They're extremely comfortable to wear.  One of my all time favorites!
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(18th March 2016)
These are amazing!  Thanks Allan
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(16th March 2016)
Hello,
I just received my boots "The Dealer" and I must say they are beautiful!  They are beautifully made, very high quality. The fit and comfort are excellent as well. Thank You.
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(8th March 2016)
By the end of the day they were perfect and today I have been boring everybody about how comfortable they feel.
You did a great job . I will be back later in the year for more.
Regards
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(29th Feb 2016)
I'm very grateful for the MST Classic 512 shoes you handcrafted for me. They were very comfortable to wear on my wedding day and  I owe that pleasant experience on the most important day of my life to you. I was able to dance in them for 2 hours and they felt like sport shoes.  They also looked very nice with the tuxedo and received many compliments.
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(17th Feb 2016)
Hi Don -
I've bought a pair of shoes from you before. They are the best pair of shoes I've ever owned. Thank you for a great product. 
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(15th Feb 2016)
I got a pair from you around 4 years ago (The Massa Carrara) in BLACK, WITHOUT  the Buckle, maybe you remember. Allan the workmanship you put into these is Amazing!!!  I still have them, but it's time for a new pair!! 
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(9th Jan 2016)
Allan,
Once again, I want to tell you how good the shoes you have made for me look---and the more I wear them the better they feel.  You are a craftsman 
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(26th Jan 2016)
Incredible! Just got the shoes...my posture's already improving!
Thanks much, Don!
 
Dave
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(19th Jan 2016)
Thanks Allan
I have tried different elevator shoes eg. guidomaggi.com but they quality of the finished work was poor. I like your approach that seems very professional and if is everything as it looks like you will gain a loyal customer.
Best regards
Ferrari
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(10th Jan 2016)
Now with your mid-sole technology you are making the BEST dam shoe on the market bar none.  I can but offer you my highest regards and compliments. I get many compliments as the quality of the shoe is evident even by simple sight.  I am about to make the 4th purchase in about as many months. 
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You make them so beautifull that they are beautiful in every color.. 
Very comfortable and does not look weird eventhogh it is the highest shoe. Great work
Thank you very much
Can't wait for the next pair   (7th Jan 2016)
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I get endless compliments on your new monks - they are truly great shoes. (3rd Jan 2016)
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Hi Allen - I received the shoes and they are amazing! I love them !! Thank you so much. The craftsmanship is beautiful!!!
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Sent from my iPhone (1st Jan 2016)
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You done GOOD Don Allan. (1st Jan 2016)
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Hello Mr. Allan. I wanted to let you know that i received my order and thank you for the great shoe. I have tried many different elevator shoes but none is even close enough to be compared to your work. I cannot wait to buy more shoes from you. 
sincerely, 
(31st DEC 2015)
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Hi Don!

I got my pair of shoes today in the mail. It is supurb mate! Well done - I’m loving it.
Now you’ve got my hooked on purchasing more of your shoes! (31st Dec 2015)
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Hello Allan,
 
I received the shoes today, what a work of art. Exactly how I pictured them, cannot be happier, thank you again.
(31st Dec 2015)
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Product arrived today, very impressed. Comfort and style exceeded expectations! Thanks again and happy new year
(30th DEC 2015)
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Sent from my iPhoneGot the black pair. They look stunning especially the sole with the darker area in the heel. Thank you. 
Have a merry Christmas. (21st Dec 2015)
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Hi Allan, 
 
Just to let you know I have received the shoes they fit well and I am happy with the order. Thank you again for you're business, and will be sure to purchase from you again in the future 
 
Regards, 

Sent from my iPhone                 (17th Dec 2015)
                                                                                                                      
Got them yesterday, and they're fantastic! You've got a customer for life. (16th Dec 2015)
 
Hello, sir. We just got your boots and they fit perfectly!! Very pleased. Thank you again for your service and have a good day. Take care.   (15th Dec 2015)
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Hello Allan:
I just wanted to tell you how much I am enjoying the 3 pairs of shoes...  They are comfortable and casual just as I had hoped and I am glad I bought them.
Thanks Allan   (14th Dec 2015)
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The Lotus you recently made from this order is the best shoe that I have ever worn.  Excellent job!!!

Friday, May 20, 2016

Comprehensive list of elevator shoe

Back in 2005 when I first had the idea to make elevator shoes there was only there was only 4 companies selling the same shoes from the same manufacture. Now there is more than 30, Have a quick look at the list below that a hard working individual has from the makemetaller.org community has made. of things tall shoes. I asked his permission to use the list so hopefully no problems there.

Number 1. 

www.donsfootwear.com  Launched 2009 USA/UK/TH

http://www.jagoshoes.com/ - UK ( Made in India) 
 
www.bugarrishoes.com  Belgium (Made in China)
 
www.masaltos.com - Based in Spain ( Made in Italy)
 
www.topoutshoes.com  - Guangzhou, China 

http://www.soyalto.com/ - Spain 

Don's Footwear: New Style added May 2016


http://www.guidomaggi.com/ Made in Italy 
 
http://www.altitudeshoes.com/ ?
 
http://www.mariobertulli.co.uk/  ?

https://www.chamaripashoes.com/  Made in China

http://www.schuhster.com/de/ ?

http://liftschuh.ch/1323305376.html  ?

http://www.taylormadeshoes.co.uk/status-shoes.html - UK Made in London. I paid a quick visit to their shop in Regent street

http://giraffe-shoes.com/index.php?route=product/category&path=59&limit=100&page=1 - Malaysia 
 
http://www.elevato.in/ - India 

http://www.tallboyshoes.com/  

http://www.shirlina.london/  
 
http://www.hosso.co.uk  

http://hipluspremium.com  

http://www.gudumaru.com/ - South Korea 

http://www.caldenshoes.com/index.htm  Made in China

http://www.elevatorshoes.com/ Made in China. Interestingly this domain was registered in 1996.

The Effenbeg 


http://www.walktallshoes.com/categories.asp Made in China

http://www.taller.com.au/collections/all  Made in Malaysia & China

http://www.increasingshoes.com/ - US Made in China

http://www.tallmenshoes.com/ - US Made in China

http://www.allenedmonds.com/shoes/mens-shoes/removable-insole-shoes/  Made in South America

http://www.hiteshoes.com/  Made in China

http://www.elevatingshoes.com/ - China 
 
http://www.liftmanshoes.com/index.html  

http://www.standtaller.co.uk

http://height-increase-shoes.com/ - UAE 

http://www.bradfordshoes.com/index.php - Philippines 

http://www.dvano.com/ - India's start-up 

http://www.insolitoterra.com/pages/height-enhancing - Canada 



I will try to improve on the list over the years, At least its a start.

Happy shopping

Wednesday, May 11, 2016

Customer Picture submissions

Because of the discreet nature of the shoes I make It's hard to spread the word on the shoes however I occasionally get pictures sent in from Customers wearing the Don shoe.  I will add a few more to this page overtime please do check agin for updates.

I named the boot style after the customer. The reason for the gig I think.

The St. George Model being tested in our showroom

Happy Customer from the U.S.A

Shoes I made for my Italian friend Mr Tommaso

The Di Vico sent to The Netherlands

This pair were a special request from 2015 sent to the Middle East

The Fossato Boot

Shoes made for a customers Wedding day in the California.


I always ask for permission to publish any image that is sent to me.

 If you wish to view a few Hundreds more natural looking/Anti photoshop images of the shoes I make  click here

Tuesday, February 16, 2016

Patrick Swayze's Boots from Dirty Dancing

Well we did it. We made a pair of boots from the Patrick Swayze boots lasts that we bought at auction. It was a crazy experiment, and its great to own something of historical value. Below is style we ended up making, I think is fairly similar to what Johnny Castle was wearing in Dirty Dancing.

Here is our light-hearted video us making the shoes and letting our special friend try them on...



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