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Fab Body Guide: Stylish Boots For All Calves

Wed, 01/02/2008 - 4:00pm by FabSugar
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I have a boot problem: I've discovered that my calves are too slim to fill out the top of some boots. Yes, there are worse things in life, but when endlessly searching for a stylish pair, it can be disheartening, not to mention unflattering.

Many girls have the opposite problem, where their calves are too large for boots. No matter your dilemma, Buckles and Bows, the leading experts in wide- and slim-calf boots, can take care of it. All their boots, like this Pout Black Leather Boot ($200), come in calf sizes one through five. If you're my boat, er yacht, find out what calf size you are and start customizing your next pair!


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  • haute77's picture
    haute77
    1

    I think you were reading my mind. Great post. I can never find boots that are comfortable and fit my calves because I have very muscular legs.

    1 year 1 week ago Report Comment
  • snarkypants's picture
    snarkypants
    2

    fab, you're reading my mind too! i haven't been able to find a single pair of boots that aren't made out of some weird synthetic material that fit my scrawny calves. thank you!

    1 year 1 week ago Report Comment
  • Myo's picture
    Myo
    4

    So excited to find a boot that is catered to my slim calfes. Unfortunately, they're currently sold out in my size ~ here's hoping they get some more in stock! Smiling

    1 year 1 week ago Report Comment
  • emalove's picture
    emalove
    5

    I also have very slender legs/calves, but I've managed to find a few pairs of boots that fit perfectly.

    My current favorite has two buckles like these at the top that are adjustable. So if I wear them over jeans, I can loosen them, and if I wear them with tights, I can cinch them to fit more snugly..

    1 year 1 week ago Report Comment
  • thoroughlymodern's picture
    thoroughlymodern
    6

    This is perfect, Fab. It's hard to find boots that fit my fifteen-inch calves and I'm always wary of buying some online (many sites don't even list the circumference of the boots.

    1 year 1 week ago Report Comment
  • allieshap's picture
    allieshap
    8

    Reading my mind!.. I can't buy boots because they never fit my calves.. Thank you!!

    1 year 1 week ago Report Comment
  • wren's picture
    wren
    10

    Finally! I've been waiting for this! Thanks Fab! Smiling

    1 year 1 week ago Report Comment
  • RoyalBlueMoss's picture
    RoyalBlueMoss
    11

    I've almost given up on thinking that there is a pair of boots out there that can fit my skinny legs. I love the idea of these boots but I hate the buckles. Sad

    1 year 1 week ago Report Comment
  • wackdoodle's picture
    wackdoodle
    12

    Wait Fab, calves too slim to fill the boots? How about calves to muscular destroy boots. Oh yeah I can zip them up but the minute I walk agony for my calves or the zip pops and I'm Jack Sparrow in foppy boots!

    Muscular calves - that's what I get for running up hills, stairs and causing mayhem by kicking things.

    And I don't like boots with the stretch fabric top I want fashionable boots like you skinny calved chicks! But last year I found some it Aerosoles.

    Now if I can just get those YSL custom boots that Madonna wears on tour I'll be the happiest girl the world!

    1 year 1 week ago Report Comment
  • sheilacarson3000's picture
    sheilacarson3000
    14

    In case anyone is interested I found another company that makes boots that fit your legs they're called Duo boots. I have two pairs, and they fit my skinny pins amazingly! Seems like retailers are suddenly getting wise to the fact that we're all different and our legs come in all shapes and sizes... it's about time hey!
    Duo seem to carry more styles in the widest number of leg sizes I can find (believe me I have done lots of research on this subject to date) heres the link: www.duoboots.com
    If you like the style above, you'll probably like 'Samara' heeled suede boots with straps up the side. They are having a SALE right now too.

    1 year 1 week ago Report Comment
  • qtbunnie's picture
    qtbunnie
    17

    im glad you posted this because i always have issues with boots. my calves are very muscular and my shoe size is only a 6 1/2!!!! i cant fit into most boots and i always feel depress after trying on boots. another site that has extended calves are www.jcrew.com (website exclusive).

    1 year 6 days ago Report Comment
  • AngelGrl135's picture
    AngelGrl135
    18

    i too have the skinny calf problem.... not a good look in leather knee-high boots so i might have to invest in one of these

    1 year 6 days ago Report Comment
  • vinnie's picture
    vinnie
    19

    my calves are too skinny for boots too. i usually look like my feet are stuck in buckets! the only alternative has been the stretchy boots (gag) which i refuse to wear. I have found that Biviel and Faryl Robin have boot styles that fit well and look good - and are made from real leather. i'll look into this brand too.

    1 year 6 days ago Report Comment
  • ShinyAndrea's picture
    ShinyAndrea
    20

    Great find! I of course have the opposite problem but it's still good to know!

    1 year 6 days ago Report Comment
  • Katiefrog's picture
    Katiefrog
    21

    Am I reading it wrong? On their calf measurement chart, it looks like they only include foot sizes up to American 8. I wear 8.5-9.

    1 year 6 days ago Report Comment
  • acemonkey's picture
    acemonkey
    22

    This is great. I have large calves. I wish I had the opposite problem. I found a great pair of Naturalizers that fit my calves, but I unfortunately can not tuck my jeans in them.

    1 year 6 days ago Report Comment
  • mizzjen's picture
    mizzjen
    23

    Amazing find Fab!! Thanks! I have this exact problem and for this reason I rarely wear boots. Also want to send a thanks out to sheilacarson3000 for the other rec. Great stuff!

    1 year 6 days ago Report Comment
  • sfbutterfly24's picture
    sfbutterfly24
    25

    I so have been wanting a pair of boots but alas my calves are too big. I must go check this web site out!!

    1 year 2 days ago Report Comment

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