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In this article, we’ll compare different Converse sneakers by how much taller they make you by comparing the midsole and insole measurements. A digital calliper was used to ensure all the measurements were accurate. 

Wearing sneakers that make you taller has a few benefits:

  • Boosts your confidence
  • Come across as trustworthy
  • Look good 

During my five years of reselling and now reviewing sneakers. I figured out that sneakers that make you taller were becoming more popular, and the designs were even lighter. You don’t have to feel like you have bricks on your feet.

Check out how other branded shoes add height: 11 Comfy Shoes That Make You Taller & (3 That Don’t)

How Much Height Do Converses Add?

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Does Converse boost your height? Yes, Converse make you taller by an average of 2.48 inches.

Measured by midsole heel and insole height, Converse trainers make you taller by between 1.03 and 3.08 inches. 

  • Converse All Star Hi 70s, Chuck 70 AT-CX 
  • Run Star Hike 
  • Converse x DRKSHDW DRKSTAR CHUCK 70 
  • One Star Pro
  • Run Star Motion CX Platform

Converse Trainers Which Add The Most Height 

The data below is accurate; all trainers were measured using a precise measuring tool (Digital Caliper), accurate to 3 decimal places. 

Run Star Motion CX Platform

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Heel Midsole Measurement: InchesInsole Measurement: InchesHeight Added
2.6300.4513.08 inches

Run Star Hike 

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Heel Midsole Measurement: InchesInsole Measurement: InchesHeight Added
1.8870.5582.45 inches 

Converse Chuck 70 AT-CX

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Heel Midsole Measurement: InchesInsole Measurement: InchesHeight Added
1.8160.3832.20 inches

Converse x DRKSHDW DRKSTAR CHUCK 70

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Heel Midsole Measurement: InchesInsole Measurement: InchesHeight Added
1.5240.5682.09 inches 

Converse All Star Hi 70s Trainers 

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Heel Midsole Measurement: InchesInsole Measurement: InchesHeight Added
1.002 0.5291.53 inches

Converse One Star Pro

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Heel Midsole Measurement: InchesInsole Measurement: InchesHeight Added
0.6640.3681.03 inches

How Can I Wear Sneakers To Look Taller?

Inserting height-increasing shoes, also known as heel-up insoles, is the best way to look taller secretly without buying new shoes. It’s a great addition to your trainers, and you simply slip them in. 

Using height increasing is normal and nothing to be ashamed about. According to the Wearing Raised Heel Insoles research, “men purchase height-increasing insoles 70% more than women at 30%. Men in their 20s accounted for 30% of the total sale, and the most popular height insoles are 3 and 5cm.” 

How Much Taller Do Converse Sneakers Make You? 

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From the Converse trainers measured they make you taller by an average of 2.48 inches. The Converse One Star Pro adds the least amount of height at 1.03 inches. 

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Run Star Hike trainers add 2.45 inches in height, which is close to the average. Depending on your style, they feel bulky and slightly heavy on your feet.  

Do Converse Sneakers Increase Height?

Yes, the midsole, sole, and insole depth size will increase your height as well adding comfort. Depending on how tall you are, the height increase will vary for everyone. Insoles lose their comfort and become squashed over time, which could decrease height. 

Platform Run Star Motion CX Converse Height Added

How many inches is the platform Converse?

Platform Run Star Motion CX Converse is 3.08 inches. The midsole adds more than half of the extra height at 2.63 inches. 

How much height does Platform Converse add if you are short or tall? Check out the following table for the height added by Platform Run Star Motion CX Converse

Height Platform Run Star Motion CX Converse Midsole + Insole MeasurementIncreased Height (Taller)
5ft 0”2.630 + 0.451 inches5ft 3”
5ft 2”2.630 + 0.451 inches5ft 5”
5ft 4”2.630 + 0.451 inches5ft 7”
5ft 6”2.630 + 0.451 inches5ft 9”
5ft 8”2.630 + 0.451 inches5ft 11”
5ft 10”2.630 + 0.451 inches6ft 1”
6ft 0”2.630 + 0.451 inches6ft 3”

Add your shoe midsole measurement and height at home: Omni Calculator

For an insight into how the Platform Run Star Motion CX Converse was made and designed. Converse’s women’s footwear designer, Alyssa Makere interview. 

Sneakers that make you taller women?

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Most modern sneakers are unisex but for women depending on the type of activity, you’ll be doing the Converse sneakers that make you taller are  Platform Run Star Motion CX Converse, Run Star Hike, and Converse Chuck 70 AT-CX sneakers.

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Which Converse shoes give the most height? Run Star Motion CX Trainers make you taller by 3.08 inches which is the most for all the sneakers measured. So if you are 5ft 6” for example, you’ll instantly be 5ft 9”. Crazy right?  

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