Tuesday, February 24, 2009

Purchasing Wide Leg Boots Online

By Linda Jenkins

If you have larger calves, you've probably experienced the annoyance and disappointment that comes from shopping for wide leg boots in ordinary footwear stores. You could be a plus size, a runner or cyclist with lots of muscle, or just built with thicker calves than the shoe industry considers normal. No matter why you have trouble finding boots, you're probably sick of broken zippers and tight boot tops!

The good news is that you have an option that doesn't require you to get rid of your boots forever. Since boots are a fashion must right now, think about placing an order online with a specialty retailer that sells wide topped boots. After all, except for some of the clunkier and more flexible styles, including Uggs, most boots need a close fit. Certain brands are already offering larger calf sizes if you know what you're looking for.

There are some styles that work better for wide calves than others. If you've been looking for styles that aren't specialty boots but will still fit, you'll need to try these kinds first. Remember that this won't fix everything - very wide calves don't fit these boots. However, if your calves are only a little too wide, you may be able to choose suede-look stretch boots.

They fit and even look slenderizing. However, you should remember that stretch boots should never feel like they're cutting off circulation. If that's the case, look for wide calf stretch styles online instead. Stretch boots might look like they're too small at first, but they'll expand to fit in most cases. Slouchy styles are also a good choice for women who are "almost there".

Of course, if you decide to wear ankle boots instead, fitting the calf isn't an issue. Just remember that if you're wearing them with a skirt, your calf size will be highlighted, and your legs may even appear bigger than they really are. This is probably the main reason that celebrities who wear short skirts and short boots haven't started any major trends yet.

Fashion boots, with or without a heel, are a much more daunting prospect for most of us with larger calves. They don't yield, have stretch panels or lacing, and often sport zippers that make it hard for them to fit calves larger or smaller than they were designed for. Unfortunately, these boots are also currently very popular, and are a must with many current styles. So, if you're interested in keeping up with fashion, or just like sleek, high boots, you'll be concerned about getting ones that fit your legs.

There are plenty of stores online offering styles that fit large calves. Buying online is simple, though it's important to check the return policy of the seller in case your boots don't fit. Measure the biggest part of your calf before you buy, then match that number to your ordinary shoe size on the chart.

Remember to check shaft height as well, especially if you're on the petite side or if you have long legs. Most wide leg boots have some extra stretch built in - in case you have trouble measuring. They're a great choice for anyone who wants to look good and have boots that fit! - 17943

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