Do Chelsea Boots Make You Look TALLER?
About this video
McGoff explains why Chelsea boots are an excellent footwear choice for shorter men, discussing their practical benefits including ease of wear, height boost from the heel and sole, versatility for casual and dressing up, and distinctiveness. He demonstrates how to style them with a casual outfit and highlights the water-resistant suede option from his sponsor.
Key takeaways
- McGoff argues Chelsea boots add approximately 1.25 to 1.5 inches of height through their substantial heel and thick sole, making them particularly suitable for shorter men without being elevator shoes
- McGoff recommends styling Chelsea boots on the casual side with well-fitted pieces like jeans, chinos, and button-up shirts, enhanced with accessories like watches, belts, and sunglasses
- McGoff values Chelsea boots for their practicality—the elastic side panel and pull tab make them easy to put on and take off without dealing with laces, even suitable for airport travel
- McGoff notes that Chelsea boots remain relatively uncommon among most men, providing an opportunity to stand out and distinguish one’s personal style
Episode details: published February 21, 2017 · 155K views · 6:08 long. Summary written by Self Growth Videos from the episode itself. The style advice summarized here is Brock McGoff’s own teaching and opinion, presented for education; product recommendations are his, not ours. Summaries are written by Self Growth Videos from each video itself.
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