Ask the Aficionado: Boots for large Calves
Reader Tracie writes in with the following
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I just got done reading your post about how you suffered with skinny legs, but us ladies with large legs have problems to. I want to be able to wear the knee high and thigh high boots everyone else is wearing this season, but I have trouble finding boots to fit my calves. Do you know of any?
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I use to always jokes that shoes and accessories always fit, but that is really not the case. Especially when it comes to boots. Here are a few options for you
DUO boots are great for calves that don’t fit the mold. They allow you to select your calf width to ensure a perfect fit. The down side is that they are not a US store, so you will have to wait a little longer for shipping.
One Stop Plus and Woman Within - has a great selection of wide calf boots, starting at only $29
Lastly, don’t forget Zappos
When shopping locally for boots, look for soft material boots with stretch or that lace up. Leather and other hard material should have some type of adjustable backing or lace like:
