Wide Calf Boots for Women

"Where to Find Fabulous, Trendy and
Affordable Wide Calf Boots on the Internet"

David Tate Heel Boots in Black
via Wide Widths

Looking for wide calf boots (sometimes called 'plus size boots') that are stylish, flattering and affordable, but don't know where to start?

This page will give you effective strategies on how to buy boots for your shapely calves. You'll also discover the best brands and stores offering womens wide calf boots in all kinds of styles, from high heel to flat boots, from classy leather to casual suede.

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Wide calf boots are the solution if you..

... Hate that you have to squeeze your calves in regular-sized boots
... Don't like the snug look of many womens fashion boots
... Have difficulties zippering the boot over your legs

Fitzwell Riding Boots via Zappos

For quite a while all of the major shoe manufacturers have been neglecting womens wide calves, but due to the staggering demand companies such as Naturalizer and Fitzwell have been introducing an exciting range for the shapely-calf ladies.

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Nine West

Jessica Simpson boot

Another word of advice: Stick to brands that design in the US. Most high end French/Italian brands design boots for ladies with skinny calves.

A Few Tips on Buying
Wide Calf Boots Online:

Naturalizer Riding Boots
via Wide Widths

To reduce the chance of return

Make sure that you've accurately measured the width of your calves. Wide Widths has something for everyone, offering boots in 3 categories; "Wide Calf Boots," "Extra Wide " and "Super Wide." They provide excellent measuring tips (a must read!).

Take note of the shape of your calves

This will help you decide if you need boots with a fuller or tapered shaft.

Decide on the 'snugness' of the boots

If you'll mainly be wearing the boots with jeans make sure you buy them in an inch or an inch and a Â½ bigger than the size of your calves.

Or if they're intended for office work and going out opt for a boot shaft that closely matches the size of your calves. This is enough to give a little room for the hosiery.

Stick to brands that are known for their plus size boots

Examples are Naturalizer, Fitzwell, Type Z, David Tate and rsvp

Wide calf boots Type Z
Type Z Brown Suede via Zappos

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Stretchy material allows for a more leg than what is described. Sometimes 13 Â½ to 14 inch circumference will fit those with 17" calves. This is based on reviews of Cole Haan boots.

Basically, the softer the leather, the easier to stretch.

Already Bought a Pair of Boots That Don't QUITE Fit?

If your calves are just too big for most "normal" boots, but not large enough to need "wide calf" boots, here are some tips:

You could get a local cobbler to stretch the shaft, but expect to pay between $20-80 depending on where you live.

Another tip is to buy a quality boot stretcher. You should pick a stretcher made of metal even though it is expensive ($100-200).

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Metal is more sturdy and are more effective in terms of leather stretching compared to cheap wood or plastic material. Buying a boot calf stretcher is worth it if you have to stretch all your boots.

Where to Buy Quality, Trendy and Affordable Womens Wide Calf Boots

There's simply no need for you to hurt your legs when wearing womens fashion boots. Plus size boots will make you feel more confident, comfortable and you'll also feel more balanced (with no pain in your ankles or heels).

Here are some of the best stores where you can buy good womens wide calf boots at affordable prices. Also scroll further down for a widget full of recommendations.

Rsvp in Brown Leather via Zappos

Wide Widths

measuring tips

Duoboots. One of Europe's leading stores that offer a wide range of calf fitting women's fashion boots. Their knee boots are made to measure fit. Available in up to 21 calf sizes, and in every foot size from two through to ten. They offer worldwide shipping.

Zappos. They have small but good range of womens wide calf boots by brands such as Fitzwell, rsvp, Bouquets, Type Z, Santana, Sudini, Lumiani, Promiscuous and more. You'll like the fact that they have a Free Shipping & Free 365 Day Return policy.

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