Where To Buy Wide Calf Boots For Plus Size Babes
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The wide calf boot struggle is too real. Just about every plus-size babe I know has, at one time, ached for the perfect knee-high autumn boot that will look perfect with literally every single thing you own. The good news is that the demand for wide calf boots is growing, and more options are available each year, some even under $40!
Whether you're on the hunt for high-end leather boots designed to last a lifetime or a trendy party boot that'll be your go-to for a season, there's a wide calf boot out there for everyone!
Why You Should Shop for Wide Calf Boots Early: With the surging demand for plus-size boots in recent years, it's essential to start your fall boot shopping early in the season. Waiting for a boot to go on sale can be heart-wrenching, especially when it's sold out a week later.
Measuring for the Perfect Fit: Before you buy, remember that it's essential to know the measurement around the largest part of your calf. Gently wrap a measuring tape around the widest part of your calf (this is usually easiest to do with a relaxed calf while sitting down and lifting your leg slightly). Knowing this measurement will simplify your boot buying journey.
Check Out These Wide Calf Boot Options
Eloquii offers unique wide calf boot styles that stand out from the ordinary. You'll find fun patterns and square heels to match your wide calf boot dreams.
A classic plus-size retailer with a fresh selection of wide calf boots. From leopard print booties to classic black knee-highs, they've got you covered. Prices start at $30, with sizes ranging from 7 to 12 and boots with 21" calves.
A go-to place for plus-size fashion, Torrid has a fantastic selection of wide calf boots, including riding boots, over-the-knee boots, and military boots.
For wide calf rain boots, Jileon offers a wide variety. With sizes that fit up to 21" calves and fun prints, these boots are hard to beat. Sizes range from 6 to 12, with prices starting at around $50.
New to the plus size clothing scene, Arula has some seriously cute western inspired boots for wide calf legs!
JJ Footwear
This brand offers beautiful and chic wide calf boot options without breaking the bank. Their sizes go up to 13, with calf sizes up to 24 ¾". The detailing on their boots adds a nice touch to warm up your winter wardrobe. Prices start around $150.
Fashion To Figure
Fashion To Figure carries wide calf boots with unique and appealing styles. Some of their styles are wider than others, so just be certain you check the measurements before purchasing!
That's the roundup! If you have wide feet and are looking for options other than boots, check out this post. Did you see any wide calf boots that you're totally lusting after? Every time I make one of these lists, I create a new mental shopping list, and there are definitely a few of these adorable wide calf boots now on that list! Did I miss any?
I carry my weight in my lower half. I have had big calves and ankles since childhood and have never been able to wear boots - not even rain boots or winter boots. Though the headline had me hopeful, it seems that at 26", there is still not a single boot maker that wants my business. 🙁
I try to keep this post as up to date as possible and I'm always SO hopeful that SOMEONE will want to start making boots even bigger. I'm sorry they're not accessible to you 🙁 I promise i will update this if I find someone!
@fatgirlflow, woman within extra wide calf boots they even have extra wide calf boot with wide width boot. I'ma a 26"
I am struggling to get boots as my ankles stay swollen.
I am looking for a pair of boots that look exactly like the ones the beautiful lady in the picture at the top has on. I have been searching for so long but haven’t found any. Maybe I’m just looking in the wrong places. Please help!
@Wendy,Hey are they those polkadot boots? If so have you found them yet bc i was scrolling on the https://www.eloquii.com/ and found them 🙂
I’d do anything for a fall pair of knee high boots but I’ve got 25” calves and apparently that’s otherworldly in the show world so...I guess I’m out of luck. Thanks for narrowing my choices down for me though so I didn’t spend a million hours hunting for something that simply doesn’t exist.
i know how you feel 3 times ive brought xl calf boots and given them to my mum and cried and got real depressed i have 27" calf and feel ill never have a pair of boots that fit
@Rochele, woman within extra wide calf boots they even have extra wide calf boot with wide width boot. I’ma a 26
This is a PUBLIC SERVICE <3
Hi! I was wondering the calf circumference Avenue goes up to? I’ve looked online, messaged their customer support about it, everything! Hoping you can help. Thanks!
Sighhh! These options are so amazing! Thanks for sharing them!
BUT none of these offer the unique boots I'm looking for... A KID's size 3 Wide Calf option. My sister has Down's Syndrome and her shoe size is smaller so she can't shop in Women's. But she is a 22 year old adult with wide plus size calves. Winter boots never fit very well, and long, warm boots that don't get stuck at the calves are impossible to find. Any suggestions!?
ohhhhh I've been thinking of doing a post about "tween" fashion so I've been doing a lot of research about "girls" sizes but haven't come across any wide calf boots for little feet 🙁 I will absolutely keep my eye out though and will let you know if I find anything!
@Sumbul, my sis has DS as well and wears a kids 2-3, I've ran into this before too, from the research I've done a woman's 5 is pretty similar to a 3.5 in kids...maybe try that!?! (I was able to get her a sz5 for a wedding a few years back and they weren't too big) Good luck!
Looking for cowgirl boots and none of these sites seem to carry them. Any suggestions would be great. Need an extremely wide boot, never found anything higher than ankle boots that fit but now I am in a wedding and the Bride wants tall cowgirl boots...
torrid has a couple pairs! So does Simplybe.com
@fatgirlflow, woman within extra wide calf boots they even have extra wide calf boot with wide width boot. I’ma a 26
@Laura, I'm sure I'm too late, but Laredo makes several wide pairs of actual cowboy (ladies) boots that are wide as hell in their normal width and then offer a wider version as well. My calves are 19 inches, and my foot is wide, but not super wide and I very comfortably wear the Med width. They're real leather, very comfortable, and I have an everyday pair and I bought a pair for my own wedding.
@Dawn, which ones did you buy?
Why in the world won't the plus size stores sell GENUINE leather boots????!!! Their boots fit me great, but I have to replace them almost every year because pleather doesn't last. I would rather pay more for a pair of leather boots thay will last, but I can't find any anywhere that will fit my 18" calves. Any ideas? And when I say I would pay more, I don't mean I'm willing to sell my kidney. LOL
@Carol, go to wide widths.com they have leather boots up to 23” around. All leather and 299.00
Can you help with bras? I am between a b and c cup. However I am 5xl wide. I can only find jms bras. I want my boobs to look like I am wearing the wonder bra. Stays in the side dig into my arm pits, synthetic material makes my tits itch. And underwires are too long. I have even went to a breadt cancer bra store
my calf measures 28.5 and I have yet to find any boot. Am I outta luck or just not looking in the right the spot?
I realize I’m writing this 7 years after the fact which means 1 of 2 things: 1. There are more and more women out there than we think who, like me, got bigger and thought “oh no! I can’t wear boots over my ankle now!” and just gave up and/or 2. You are one hell of a Google SEO queen because this came up on the first page, right after the obvi ads! Tbh, I still don’t know what to do about my legs/feet. I have gained weight so I get the calf thing but I also have edema in my feet and ankles (possibly whole body?) so my usual size 7 doesn’t fit so I just bought a size 8 of docs and they’re too long. Another pair I went with 7.5 wide that had laces that wouldn’t even fit in my feet and all the lace holes at the same time. And were still too long. I really don’t want to wear uggs or larry david shoes (what I call sneakers with no laces or velcro or anything in the middle) the rest of my life. Even most flip flops won’t get over the hump in the middle of my foot. And, yes, I sleep in compression socks with my feet above my heart. I told my bf recently to start jerry-rigging one of those leg lifts for people with broken legs for me so I can sit and sleep with my legs way above my head and then they can be cute when I go out…. I know it sounds like I have more serious things to worry about than shoes but it’s not from diabetes, I’ve had an ultra sound of my veins, sodium checked, etc and there’s no real reason they can see why my feet get to the point of splitting open from just hanging out. But now I know what boots will fit my calves! I’ll get em in 7s.