8 best women’s boots for wide calves, tried and tested for a comfortable fit
The colder months are well underway, bringing with them wetter weather, which is perfect for boots. But if, like me, you’re a woman who’s blessed with chunkier calves, finding a pair of winter boots that are fashionable while still being functional can be a challenge.
If you enjoy a spot of shoe shopping but often find yourself deflated when those smart knee-highs won’t zip up past your ankle, I’m here to tell you that you are not alone. The average UK woman’s calf measures around 14.5in, meaning – whether right or wrong – a “wide calf” is any that has a circumference greater than 15in.
Now, it’s highly unlikely you’re going looking for new boots with a tape measure, and even when it comes to shopping online, a lot of retailers don’t have the measurements on there. But knowing your calf size will help when you start browsing.
While one size rarely fits all, there are retailers out there that have us bigger-calf gals in mind – you just have to know where to look, and that’s where this round-up comes in.
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