Elevator Shoes

The GuidoMaggi FW 21/22 collection reinvents the style rules with stress-free elevator shoes inspired by nature and rebirth

The new collection of the Italian brand presents elevator shoes that are a hymn to life and ignite the myth of La Dolce Vita. These are trendy models made to measure with precious leathers by the brand’s master craftsmen. From sneakers to loafers, from boots to lace-ups: each GM’s elevator shoe features incomparable luxury and the sophisticated soul of the most authentic Made in Italy. The CEO, Emanuele Briganti, says: “The elevator shoes of the new collection create new styles and trends that give emotions and inspire because they are made with passion and love”. Read more

If I could afford just one pair

The cry is familiar: “I really want to try out elevators, I love the look of the GuidoMaggi ones, but I am not sure I dare take the plunge ‘just in case they are not right’. If it’s not right, I can’t afford to waste ‘that kinda cash’. What do you think I should go for first?” Read more

Dating – Am I tall enough?

Now here’s an issue that raises its head all the time when dating and particularly in online hookups. “Are you tall enough?” is the gist of it, stripped of its coyness. It’s an issue even for people who do not specify “I want a tall guy”, but it’s much more subtle than people realise and worth referring to here. It’s particularly interesting as the issue of height is almost never overwhelming and can be remedied by careful height addition. I know from my experience in what I do professionally, working in what is often called ‘the night time economy’. Read more

I Wish I Had Done it Earlier

How often have you said that about all sorts of things: personal stuff, work etc. There’s all sorts of reasons why you don’t do things, many of them good, or at least understandable. But at times you miss out unnecessarily. And that was certainly the case with me and elevators. Read more