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First release · 500 pairs
The height to match your ambition.
The Apex is a clean white leather sneaker with up to +8cm built into the heel, barefoot to laced up.
4.8 · 22,000 ratingsDeveloped with Dr. Michael Anderson
30-day money-back guarantee
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A fashion sneaker first.
Style came first. Then we used orthopaedic research to build a lift your feet can live in all day.
- Soft underfoot. A cushioned footbed with a breathable mesh top sits over the lift, so your foot rests on something soft.
- Your heel stays put. A firm heel counter and a padded collar hold your heel steady with every step.
- Looks like your everyday sneaker. Clean white leather, a plain tongue, a classic cupsole. Nothing on the outside says “height shoe”.
See how it’s built
- The cupsole. A one-piece white sole that wraps up around the upper, like the classic court sneakers it’s modelled on. About 3cm, like most chunky white sneakers, with a textured toe band, a heel-side groove and a chevron tread with a pivot circle under the ball of the foot.
- The lift. 3cm or 5cm, built into the heel of the shoe. It’s shaped like a heel: highest at the back, tapering toward the toes, so the extra height sits right where your heel does. Fixed in place, not a loose insert, so nothing slides around underfoot.
- The footbed. A cushioned footbed with a breathable mesh top, fixed over the lift.
- The collar. A padded heel collar lined in soft textile.
- The fit. A firm heel counter and the padded collar hold your heel steady, so it doesn’t slip or lift as you walk.
Why HAVEN & CO is the perfect choice.
The APEX is finally here. The most comfortable height-boosting sneakers ever made.
| HAVEN & CO | The usual height-boosting shoe | |
|---|---|---|
| Lift and sole, made for each other | Yes | No |
| Worth wearing at any height | Yes | No |
| Looks like a sneaker, not a height shoe | Yes | No |
| Built into the heel, not slipped in | Yes | No |
| We only quote the height you gain | Yes | No |
Two heights
Choose how tall you turn up.
- +6cm
Daily
The smaller change. For work, the week, and your first pair with a lift.
- +8cm
Max
For weddings, nights out and group photos.
Never worn a lift before? The +6cm is the easier start.
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Our guarantee
30 days to decide.
Try them on at home. If they're not for you, send them back in perfect condition for a full refund. Wrong size? We'll swap it free.
The Apex
The easiest inches you'll ever put on.
A$179 · 30-day money-back guarantee · Free size exchange
FAQs
We've got answers
Shoes add between 1.5" and 3" inches (3.8cm-7.6cm) in height.
Insoles add between 0.56 and 2" inches (1.5- 5cm).
Check product pages for more info!
100%. We've engineered these to look exactly like your regular shoes. No chunky lifts, weird shapes or fatal giveaways.
Our height boost options meet the optimal range for a natural yet noticeable lift.
If it was a competition, insoles would take bronze and shoes would get gold.
Insoles are good for portability and switching into different shoes, but there's higher risk of getting caught and they're not as comfortable.
HAVEN & CO shoes are comfortable, stylish and completley discreet. You can even take the shoes off at the front-door without needing to worry.
We're the #1 height specialists worldwide. Modern designs, premium materials, and proper engineering - no dad shoes in sight. When you want the best, you choose HAVEN & CO.
Nope, that's our whole thing. The boost is integrated inside.
From the outside, they just look like fresh, premium shoes. Our Invisi-Boost Technology is the closest thing to magic.
With 99% of designs, we don't even mention "HAVEN & CO" on the outside of the shoe.
Nothing loud or noticable for you to worry about. We value your discretion and don't want to get in the way of your confidence.
Customer experience is more important than PR for us.
Yes, we deliver your shoes in an unbranded box for maximum discretion. No outside logos or anything mentioning height boost.
You'll be your regular height, there's not really any way around that! Most of our customers plan ahead for intimate situations - it's all about confidence.
But taking your shoes off by the bed is never usually a problem! We're all the same size lying down anyway.
HAVEN & CO shoes are engineered for all-day wear, offering superior comfort and support through advanced design features.
After a few wears, you'll forget you're even wearing height boosters.
Ankle Lock Cushioning –
Extra padded support around the ankle keeps your feet snug.
FlexSecure Technology –
Built-in elastic mechanisms for a snug, adaptive fit (on all newer releases).
Re-imagined Design –
Unlike basic height inserts, HAVEN & CO shoes re-innovate typical shoe shapes. This isn't just an "insole inside of the shoe". We strike the perfect balance to ensure our footwear range appears visually identical to "normal shoes".
Nope, most designs are actually lightweight and contribute to the superior comfort we're able to promise.
For larger silhouettes, there will of course be a slight difference in weight!
For sure! Designed for daily wear, whether you're at work, on dates, or just chilling.
We made HAVEN & CO's to replace your everyday footwear rotation.
We have designs for every possible occasion, just the "elevated" version of normal alternatives.
They fit close to true to size but tend to run slightly large. If you're between sizes, we recommend going down half a size. Some styles differ, so check the fit tip on each product page.
Like any new footwear with structural differences, there may be a brief adaptation period. Most users adjust fully within a few wears as their body naturally aligns to our Disicreet Height Technology.
We use a moderate insole elevation to promote better spinal alignment, without causing excessive strain on the feet, knees, or lower back.
You'll actually find that your posture can improve, as you're forced to square your shoulders back and omit a naturally authoritative presence in any situation.
While HAVEN & CO shoes provide an instant confidence boost, the positive self-perception they encourage extends beyond footwear.
Over time, this confidence becomes second nature. Think of them as a tool to unlock a higher baseline of confidence, rather than crutches.
30-day no-hassle returns if they're unworn with tags.
If you get your size wrong, we'll sort you out with the right size and free re-delivery.
Depends on your location!
US: depends on warehouse availability, but if the shoes are in-stock locally, it will take 3-6 days, otherwise it is 9-12 days internationally.
(we advise a waiting time of 12 days just to manage expectations as transparently as possible)
UK: 7-9 days
Rest of world: 8-14 days
Customer Reviews
This is my first time buying a shoe online and I have to say I liked them and above all the shoe size fits perfectly. I consider myself satisfied with a dissatisfaction, the price of the slightly high product inspects the manufacturing of used products. In Italy we are used to products with a high product value.
The product isnt cheap. Great material used and actually increases the height significantly. Greatly recommended and I will most certainly buying more of this product
It was my second order for the same model of shoes. This time the number was correct and it perfectly fits
McLifts are so good!
I have also ordered the Black Sentry.
Worth the money mate! 👌
Great. Beyond expectations
Love wearing these shoes every weekend for walking and wearing to shopping malls
Super nice and comfortable. Feel good when wearing. Highly recommended.
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