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Autumn is coming and the change of seasons means one thing to fashion lovers everywhere: it’s time to find a great pair of boots (or three). Getting a head start on shopping for boots is a smart idea if you are picky about which styles to pair with your coziest sweaters, leggings, and jeans and would rather not wait and then have to pick from what’s left. Given the number of outlets and brands that carry everything from ankle and Chelsea boots to knee-high and thigh-high boots, it’s usually fairly simple to find boots you love.
Unless you have wide calves—which can make boot shopping feel like an Olympic sporting event.
Finding Boots For Wide Calves
As we know, legs come in all shapes and sizes, but it wasn’t long ago that boot makers failed to provide variety apart from your actual shoe size. If you have wide calves and have ever stepped into a pair of boots that aren’t made for wide calves, you know the feeling: a tight grip on your legs that makes wearing standard boots pure torture.
The good news is that many brands are getting better about offering boots for wide calves with measurements ranging anywhere from 16 inches in circumference to about 24 inches. Keep an eye out for labels like M, W (wide), and WW (extra wide) to be sure you’re scoring a pair that fits like a glove.
To make shopping and life easier, we pulled some of the best knee-high boots for wide calves — boots that are as cute and stylish as they are comfortable.
The Best Fall Boots For Wide Calves
Best Classic Riding Boots For Wide Calves
Naturalizer Jessie Knee High Riding Boot ($159.95)
These equestrian style knee-high riding boots are classic and comfortable. They feature squared buckles at the ankle, an adjustable calf strap, and a band of elastic behind the knee to ensure they provide a bit of stretch when you move and bend. These leather boots have a one-inch heel and come in black, chocolate, and “banana bread” (which is a light, rich brown). And their wide-calf sizes are perfection: not only can you nab this boot in wide-calf for every shoe size, but you also have the option to choose among medium, wide, and extra-wide sizes.
Best Wedge Boot For Wide Calves
Fly London Jate Wedge Boot ($269.95)
If you prefer a bit of height with your boot, but aren’t a fan of huge heels, these wedge boots provide the perfect compromise. They have a sharp side zipper and a three-inch heel with a one and a quarter inch platform. They come in black or sludge suede.
Best Boots With A Heel For Wide Calves
Bella Vita Toni II Knee High Boot ($114.95)
This sexy boot has a tapered three-inch heel and adjustable belts with a full-length side zipper. It comes in brown suede with medium, wide, and extra-wide calf size options. Be sure to treat the fabric with a cleaner designed to keep suede looking amazing (and keep these boots stored in your closet on rainy days).
Best Waterproof Lace-Up Rubber Boots For Wide Calves
Ilse Jacobsen Hornbaek Rubber Boot ($199)
These sturdy and durable rubber boots are waterproof and feature a lightweight sole and lace-up design (for the perfect fit). They can fit calves up to 21.5 inch circumference and come in five colors: dark indigo, deep red, grey, white, and cyber yellow.
Best Slouchy Boots For Wide Calves
ASOS Cadet Wide Fit Slouch Knee Boots ($31.50)
Slouchy knee-high boots are always cool — these are made for wider calves and have a pointed toe, a cone heel that provides height, and they won’t break the bank.
Best Over-The-Knee Boots For Wide Calves
Christian Siriano for Payless Samiya Over-The-Knee Boot ($49.99)
Most boots will run you $100 or more, but you don’t have to spend a fortune to own a pair of cute over-the-knee boots. These boots are slightly higher than knee length, come in chocolate, charcoal, or black suede, and are offered in regular and wide sizes. The best part? They cost less than $50.
