As a woman who's no stranger to heels, I was curious to try these 'elevator shoes' designed for men. The 3-inch lift is no joke – it's all concentrated in the heel, giving that classic high-heel sensation where your weight pushes forward into the toe box.

The black leather looks surprisingly sleek for what's essentially a hidden platform shoe. The wing-tip detailing and Chelsea boot style make them passable as regular footwear... until you walk in them. That's when the secret becomes obvious to anyone who's worn heels before.

I ordered my usual size (following the recommendation to size down) and found the fit comfortable, though the side elastic panels do nothing to alleviate that telltale heel pitch. They're well-made with clean stitching, but after an hour of wear, my feet were begging for mercy – just like after wearing stilettos.

For men considering these: be prepared for a steep learning curve. The height boost is dramatic, but unlike proper elevator shoes that distribute lift throughout the footbed, these really do feel like wearing women's heels in disguise. Great if you want that runway model strut, less great if you value comfort or natural movement.