Cuban Heel Boots: How Much Taller Do They Make You?
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A Cuban heel is a stacked heel with a slightly tapered back, borrowed from riding boots. Zorva's is two inches (about 5 cm) high and built into the boot itself.
How much taller, really?
Compared with standing barefoot, you gain about two inches. Most everyday shoes already have a small heel, so compared with your normal shoes the difference is smaller — roughly an inch more than a typical dress shoe, and more than that compared with flat sneakers. The difference shows most in photos and when standing next to people.
Will people notice?
They notice that you look taller and stand straighter. Because the heel is built in, there is no visible lift and no insole pushing your heel out of the boot.
Is it comfortable?
The heel is wide and stable. Most men walk normally from day one; give your calves a few days on long walks.
How to wear it
Wear slim or straight trousers that just cover the top of the boot. Avoid wide hems that hide the heel's shape.