For most men the best first colour is deep navy: the Stockholm sneaker is our best seller because navy suede goes with dark jeans, light jeans and chinos. Choose black (Oslo) if your wardrobe is mostly dark, and beige (Copenhagen) if you mostly wear light trousers. All three are the same suede sneaker with a 6 cm built-in lift, of which 3.4 cm is the visible outsole, in EU 39 to 46 at 1 900 SEK. The colour is the only thing you are choosing.
The three colours at a glance
| Model | Colour | Best with | Lift | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stockholm | Deep navy suede | Dark and light jeans, navy, stone and grey chinos | 6 cm (3.4 cm visible outsole) | 1 900 SEK |
| Oslo | Black suede | Black jeans, charcoal trousers, an all-dark wardrobe | 6 cm (3.4 cm visible outsole) | 1 900 SEK |
| Copenhagen | Beige suede | Stone and beige chinos, light-wash jeans, summer outfits | 6 cm (3.4 cm visible outsole) | 1 900 SEK |
Every pair has an upper in genuine suede leather, a pigskin leather lining and a rubber sole. The lift is built into the shoe, so there is no removable insole.
Why is navy the safest first pair?
Navy sits between black and beige. It is dark enough to keep a calm line with dark denim and dark chinos, and soft enough to look relaxed with lighter washes. If you only buy one pair of elevator sneakers, Stockholm in deep navy suede covers the most outfits, which is why it is our best seller.
When does black make more sense?
Pick Oslo in black suede if you mostly wear black jeans, charcoal trousers or dark knitwear. A black shoe under black or charcoal trousers keeps the leg in one colour from hip to floor, which makes the shoe the least noticeable part of the outfit. Black also hides everyday city dirt well.
Who should choose beige?
Copenhagen in beige suede is the lighter, more summery option. It suits stone and beige chinos, light-wash jeans and linen. Light suede shows marks sooner than navy or black, so give it a suede brush and a protector spray more often. Our guide on how to care for suede elevator sneakers shows the routine.
Which colour draws the least attention to the lift?
All three are designed to read as a normal premium suede sneaker, and the lift is the same 6 cm in every colour. What people see is the outsole, 3.4 cm on all three. Darker shoes with dark trousers draw the eye less, so navy and black are the quietest choices. For trouser length and colour pairings in more detail, see elevator shoes with jeans and chinos.
Buying a second pair?
If you want two pairs, the simplest pairing is navy plus beige: one for dark outfits, one for light. Since all three sneakers share the same last, your size is the same in every colour. Size exchanges are free within 14 days of delivery; full terms are in our returns and exchanges policy.
Colour questions
Which colour should I buy as my first pair?
Deep navy. The Stockholm sneaker is our best seller because navy suede works with dark jeans, light jeans, chinos and most jackets. Pick black if you mostly wear dark colours, and beige if you mostly wear light trousers.
Is there any difference in lift or price between the colours?
No. Stockholm, Copenhagen and Oslo share the same shoe: a 6 cm built-in lift, of which 3.4 cm is the visible outsole, EU sizes 39 to 46, and a price of 1 900 SEK.
Is Copenhagen leather or suede?
Suede. All three sneakers have an upper in genuine suede leather, a pigskin leather lining and a rubber sole. The word leather in the Copenhagen web address is an old name.
Does beige suede get dirty faster?
Light suede shows marks sooner than navy or black, so Copenhagen needs a suede brush and a protector spray more often. Our care guide shows how to clean and protect suede elevator sneakers.
Which colour looks most like a normal sneaker?
All three are designed to read as a normal premium suede sneaker. Darker colours draw less attention to the shoe, so navy and black are the quietest choices with dark trousers.
What if the size is wrong?
Size exchanges are free within 14 days of delivery: we cover both labels. The shoes must be unworn outside and in the original box. A return for a refund has a return fee deducted.