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Look, we’ll get straight to the point. Concert standing pits are fun and all, but less so when you can’t see much from your place. While step ladders and other means are ill-spirited and block other people’s views, no one has said anything bad about platform sneakers for the added height boost that we all want. Plus, they might come in handy for other occassions, too. Below, we list down 10 height-boosting pairs of sneakers that retain comfortability and versatility in the concert venue and beyond.
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These platform sneakers will give you a height boost for concerts and beyond:
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Converse Run Star Hike Lugged
Ever-loved and known for its thick sole, the Converse Run Star Hike Lugged is the classic Chucks’ taller sibling. Its signature platform and foxing string adds height and edge to the timeless silhouette, making it the perfect companion to any and every concert. Cop it in either high-cut or low-cut styles, all available in a wide array of colors.
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CONVERSEConverse Run Star Hike Lugged, P4,990, Available on Lazada
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Nike Air Force 1
Basketball fans and sneakerheads will recognize this unmistakable shoe anywhere, but to the uninitiated concert-goer, allow us to introduce you to your new best friend. Like the OG and all the contemporary versions that followed suite, the Air Force 1’s soft and springy cushioning won’t let you down when you jump your little hart out at the pits. It adds height, style brownie points, and another reliable pair to your growing shoe collection. What’s not to love?
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NIKENike Air Force 1, P5,495, Available online
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Keds Women's Triple Up White
If you love Keds’ classic tennis-shoe style but want a height upgrade, look no further than the brand’s Triple Up line which consists of platform shoes with 1.5-inch soles. Available in different textiles, prints, and laces, the pair is a reliable and versatile piece of footwear that can withstand concerts and long days out with friends. For a pair you can where whenever and wherever, we recommend getting white.
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KEDSKeds Women's Triple Up White, P3,995, Available on Lazada
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New Balance CT302
Looking for a New Balance pair not everyone’s eyeing just yet? Consider the CT302, a silhouette straight out of tennis courts making its way to everyday rotations. The stacked midsole gives extra height and the utilitarian shoe’s commitment to comfort promises ease of use every time. White is always a safe pick, but the teal and yellow in this pair are bound to give your OOTDs a welcome splash of color.
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NEW BALANCENew Balance CT302, P6,295, Available online
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Superga 2790 Platform White
Ah Superga, another classic we want a taller version of. Yep, it’s real. The 2790 Platform Shoes in White are the taller take on the signature silhouette—4 cm, to be exact. The flattering pair’s cotton canvas upper is both durable and comfortable enough to sustain concert venue walkathons and hours-long setlists. The lace-ups tie it all up, with the brand’s two-tone jacquard logo completing the look. Bonus: The materials and manufacturing process are 100% vegan-friendly and cruelty-free.
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SUPERGASuperga 2790 Platform White, P3,450, Available online
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Puma Mayze Women’s trainers
If you prefer the subtle luxury of suede, you’ll want to check out this tall pair from Puma. The Mayze Women’s Trainers are cream with a swish of black for contrast, stamped with a gold logo for visual interest that won’t disrupt outfit’s harmony. Neutral yet striking, this is the pair to go for if you’re after something different yet flexible enough to fit your arsenal of concert fits.
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PUMAPuma Mayze Women’s trainers, P4,090, Available online
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Skechers Womens Ultra Flex 3.0-Big Plan Sneakers
Comfy and reliable, the Ultra Flex 3.0-Big Plan Sneakers from Skechers leans more sporty compared to the other lifestyle shoes on this list. Its knit upper and lace slip-on make for easier wear, with a memory foam insole to cushion your feet for all the walking, jumping, and jamming to come. It fits just like a sock so you don’t have to worry about loose fits and extra friction. Did we mention it’s made with 100% vegan materials?
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SKECHERSSkechers Womens Ultra Flex 3.0-Big Plan Sneakers, P4,895, Available on Zalora
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Adidas Stan Smith Bonega
We get it if you have your go-to sneaker silhouettes, like the Adidas Stan Smiths. They pair well with everything, but it’s lacking the height the other shoes on this list provide. Enter the Stan Smith Bonega: it’s basically the classic Stan Smith made taller with a thick platform sole and extra-soft inner sole to cushion your feet. Check out the pops of color on this pair.
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ADIDASAdidas Stan Smith Bonega, P6,800, Available online
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Adidas Gazelle Bold Shoes
Another suede pair for the suede lovers of the world. Like the Stan Smith Bonega, the Gazelle Bold Shoes from Adidas is the taller version of the classic Gazelles. If you’re an Adidas stan, this pair showcases the signature serrated three stripes across the upper, sitting right on top of a sole stacked three layers high.
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ADIDASAdidas Gazelle Bold Shoes, P5,800, Available online
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