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!!!

Reviews Oct 2015

Hi Guys, Its Don here. as you all know my standard of English is quite poor, therefore I dont really do much with the blog.  I mostly just sleep in that class, slightly reggretting it now as the blog really could be great, but its not. So there ye go.... Below is a few comments and reviews of the special elevator shoes I make. All were messages sent to me in the months of September/October. 

Cheers

Don

                          I always try my best as it is my family name on the shoe after all.
                                                   link to reviews on Don website

September/Oct 2015

The shoes are really lovely and thank you very pleased with them.

I shall order some more shortly

keep up the good work and excellent quality

Hi Allan/Don,

I just received the pair of shoes and they are absolutely amazing, good quality and looks way too nice. It was worth the price and wait. Thank you very much.

Sincerely

 I just wanted to let you know that I received the 2 pairs of shoes I ordered (MST Classic 513 and the MST Beach 515) last week and once again, am really, really impressed by the quality and the speed of delivery of the shoes.  I'm actually planning to order a couple more maybe around August once work starts to slow down a bit, but thank you so much for the top notch products and service.

PS. I really appreciate how you update me through the progress of the shoes –

Hi Allan,

Hope you are well. 

I just received my shoes. Absolutely stunning!!!! Very nice looking and extremely comfortable. 

Now I just to save up to buy more of your collection. 

Hi Alan,
I received the shoes today! They are amazing. So nice that I do not want to wear them!
Will be placing an order for the humas shoe when I get paid at the end of the month!
Thanks so much for your hard work!

Hi Allan 

they have arrived at my mother and they look very good
and are good to walk in :-) 

regards

Hi,

Just wanted to send a personal message to thank you - the boots arrived today and I was genuinely bowled over by their quality: they look great, feel sturdy, are neat and stylish and fit perfectly. As a frequent lift and cheap shoe wearer I'm also amazed at how comfortable they are, they feel natural and don't seem to impede movement at all which is more than I ever hoped! I've recommended you to friends and on some forums and I'll have to see if there's a review section on your website so I can do the same - thank you!

Hi Allan

Just wanted to say a big thank you for the boots

They fit my hubby perfectly and he is very impressed with the service and quality yet again and is already looking at what to order next time haha 

I am floored by the quality! It doesn't even feel like I'm wearing height I creasing shoes when I wear these! I was expecting them to be a little uncomfortable but they are total opposite! I can actually say they are way more comfortable than the shoes I wear everyday! The sole looks great!

Hi Allan,

Shoes received and once again, absolutely thrilled with the result.

Thanks again and i must say, the craftsmanship of the shoes is getting better and better.

Thanks

Hello

I received the shoes today and all I can say is wow very nice craftsmanship. I will be ordering another pair with in a week thank you.

Hi Allan,

Just picked up my new shoes.

They're really comfortable, I love the quality and will definitely order again. I couldn't be happier.

Just wanted to say thanks for everything.

Warmest,
Mat.

Hello Mr Allan Donnelly

I have already made 2 purchaces from you (vans tribute black suede 2' EU42, MST QUIRI 2 black glossy 2.5' EU43) and i m more than thrilled by the fine craftmanship, elegance and durability of your work. 

Hi Allan, 

I recieved the shoes yesterday morning. The shoes are really beautiful made and they fit perfectly!. Thank you for your service and everything! 

 Allan Hello, thank you very much for m shoe you have made, it is beautiful. I got married yesterday and I'm very happy with the result. Just a detail with the red color turns white socks on! But that said I think you made a good job, thanks again ... 

Dear Don,

I would like to inform you that I have received the shoes and I would like to thank you for your work. These are the most comfortable height increasing shoes I have ever worn. 

Sincerely,

My shoe arrived a few days ago. It looks very good, and it's much more confortable than my previous, I very like it. So thank you very much Sir!:)

Hello Allan,

No need. I received both pairs today, they are really beautiful. I wanted to thank you for the great service and amazing craftsmanship, you have just made another satisfied lifelong customer!

Thanks again, great work :)

Sincerely,

Eric

Well , I just received my shoes last thursday ..and got them last saturday....They are great ...Like them very much...Thanks Don!!..You just earned a New Client!!....Good materialsn are made of the shoes....And looks the superior quality!!
 
Greeting for Mexico!!
 
Regards, 
  Cesar

Hi Allan,

I'll be ordering again from you today. Will make my selection tonight. Thanks for the shoes. They are really great.

Donn, Just returned home from Iraq and put on my first pair of shoes you made. Love 'em. Here's my second order. Thanks for your craftsmanship. Jb

Dear Mr. Donnelly,

I received the shoes and it is nice, my dad should like it.

I got the boots. They are amazing! Your work is better than anyone else. I'll make a comment on your website.

Thank you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Sent from my iPad

No worries Don, I am absolutely delightful for the shoes you have made me , they are so nice and comfortable most importantly.

I am already thinking of getting another pair , is it possible if you would give me another little discount 

Thanks for the update. They look great. My MST D'Etnas are the most comfortable boots I've ever owned and I hope these will be just as comfortable.

All arrived and the best looking shoes I have had from you (which is a big statement as I've always been happy enough to come back!)

Will certainly be in contact when I need a new set of shoes/boots

Thanks 

Tom - a happy customer from New Zealand 

Sent from my iPhone

And finally, I really like the review below

Allan,

These are quite simply amazing. I can find no fault at all in the shoe. The materials are top notch from the suede top to the well crafted soles. The rubber underneath the toe is highly functional. And I even like the classy logo.

Perhaps the best part though is the subtle increase in height. The shoe is so classy that I get the added benefit of feeling more commanding in meetings AND getting compliments on my shoes (we're a business casual corporate environments). I usually buy my jeans 30x30 and get them altered to 30x28...because I'm tiny. No longer. The couple pair of 30x30's I had unaltered fit perfectly with these.

The comfort is on point considering the angle and I know it's just a matter of time until I get used to slant. Certainly not debilitating, if anything it helps me keep better posture.

I don't usually do this, but I truly appreciate your product and will be ordering more soon. Hopefully I can pay extra for faster shipping to get them here sooner next time!! Fingers crossed... ;) 

Score: A+

- William

Our Top 25 best selling Elevator shoes.

Here is a list of the top selling styles from the Don website since October 2012. Click the name to be taken to the product page. I must say some styles have been on the website longer than others. Enjoy!

1. D'Etna 
   
2. Fossato 
   
3. MST Spenser 
   
4. MST Classic 513 
   
5. Vercelli 
   
6. The Lotus 
   
7. MST Falcone 
   
8. MST Loafer 001 
   
9. OX-51 
   
10. Sassari 
    
11. Di Vico 
    
12. Mst Polgato 
    
13. MST Beach 515  
    
14. MST Ernest 
    
15. MST Loafer 002 
    
16. MST Potenza 2 
    
17. MST Classic 511 
    
18. Bergamo 
    
19. Polgato 3 
    
20. Modern Penny 
    
21. MST OX B513-2 
    
22. Nerone 
    
23. MST Wingtip  
    
24. MST Royston 
    
25. Beppe 
    
26. Finished!

New production picture from December

A few new styles in different colors. A picture says it all really when it comes to shoes, no need to write more...The images are linked to the main website.

 

The Savona above and below

 

Speedline in dark brown

How to use elevator shoes

There is no secret to using elevator shoes, It quite simple really! it  just takes time to get used to wearing them. The only problem with regular elevator shoes is that it can be noticeable due to the walking action and the look of the shoe then there is the discomfort of wearing them for more than 8 hours. Ive met quite a few customers over the years and I've listened to  what is important that why I created the MIDSOLE TECH style. I was diterminde to make a shoe that looks and feels normal. The next step for me is to create an even higher high increase and retain that normal look. I am the own of Don's Footwear will strive to make that happen so I can keep the Don the best elevator website on the web

New Chelsea boot and other stuff.

Apologies for the Radio Silence. Ive been quite busy of late.  I no longer have a decent Camera and so the pictures quality has reduced sokewhat. Above is the MST 517 formally known as the Toledo

                              Above is our first square toe Chelsea boot! it was made for a customer in the USA

                                                  A new chisel toe in the MST format, Im afraid there will be a long delay with this.

The best elevator shoes on the web

Sometimes I make mistakes when matching the last/mold with the design, As you can see here the Narco looks a lot better on the new MST last. I think our customer is going to love it. The shape is a lot more elegant. We spend quite a lot of time with R&D that's how we hope to stay on the top and be know as the best in Elevator shoes, these days we get quite a few inquires from other websites hoping that we can supply to them. There is a chance you might see the Don shoe on other website's in the future. :)

New wingtip boot & burnished double monk shoe

Over the next 6 weeks I hope to introduce 1 new style per week. Below is a wingtip boot, the other is the 1 model in the OX range, A burnished double monk shoe