Boots for narrow calves

[happyhomemaker]

The search begins again for cute dressy-ish tall (knee high) boots for fall. I have been searching for years and still have yet to find a pair. I am looking for brown suede or leather (my no. 1 choice), size 6 1/2, with a lower heel. I would be wearing them with skirts and tights mostly.  I have looked at duo boots and haven't found anything I like. I love aquatalia liberty or oralie but can't justify the price. I also like cole haan Dorian, but the calf is too wide. I would prefer to spend around $150-175, but might go up to $300 if they were perfect. My calf measurement is 11-11 1/2". Can you recommend any brands, designers or specific boots that might be an option for me?

[scout8]

I really struggle with this too, but I also have large feet. So, the calves are always huge in my size. Zappos allows you to search by calf circumference so that is helpful. Other than that, I usually try on about every boot at DSW.

I live in Chicago so I have a lot of boots. I have pretty good luck with Frye's. Some of the styles are narrow enough for my calves. Franco Sarto's also tend to be narrow in the calf. I also have a couple of random brands that I found at DSW that fit well. Really, I think it is just a lot of trial and error. Good luck!

[callmehales]

if your calves are that small, i think a cobbler will be your best bet. find a pair you like, then have them taken in.

[polarbearfans]

I have a pair of Stuart Weitzman that I love. Pricey but they have held up very well and fit better than most. I have some cole haan that are decent too but I wouldn't spend the money again. I would only buy cole haan on a super sale because the quality is not there.

I am interested too see what others come up with! I want more boots! Especially ankle boots

[thegrassskirt]

I also have this issue. I spent a lot of money on some cute Coach boots, and they fit fine in the foot area, but they are swimming on me around my calves. Maybe I should do some calve raises? LOL. I wonder if Tory Burch boots are more fitted in that area?

[LoveBug]

I have the same problems. I found these to be just right and picked them up during the anniversary sale. Some of the reviews even complain about the small calf size. I believe the calf is 14" which should be good considering you may have socks, leggings or skinny jeans underneath.

I also like to add the topper boot sock (look on etsy) to help fill in some of the space at the top. See this link: cdn-s3-3.wanelo.com/product/image/6031444/original.jpg

shop.nordstrom.com/s/steve-madden-carrter-knee-high-leather-boot-women/3725561?origin=keywordsearch-personalizedsort&contextualcategoryid=2375500&fashionColor=Black+Leather&resultback=484&cm_sp=personalizedsort-_-searchresults-_-1_3_A

[katiescarlett]

I have a pair by la canadienne I love.

[rhys]

I have the same issue and bought a pair of Vince Camuto Valero boots at Nordstrom last winter. I'm actually a 6.5 too and they are a great fit - great quality for $130 boots too.

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I bought these during the Nords Annual Sale. I had to send them back because they were just too narrow for my huge calves.

shop.nordstrom.com/s/steve-madden-carrter-knee-high-leather-boot-women/3725561?origin=keywordsearch-personalizedsort&contextualcategoryid=0&fashionColor=Black+Leather&resultback=1544&cm_sp=personalizedsort-_-searchresults-_-1_4_C

Might be worth ordering just to see how they fit.

[msturtle143]

Aquatalia by Marvin K and Stuart Weitzman for me.
I have 12.5 - 13" calves. 

[scout8]

Aug 31, 2014 17:38:58 GMT -5 katiescarlett said:

I have a pair by la canadienne I love.

Oh yeah, I forgot about this brand. These are some of the narrower ones I have found that are still a reasonable price.

[happyhomemaker]

Thanks for the suggestions. I am off to check them out.

[mrsg123]

Have you been to Nordstrom to try on? I would do that and/or buy several from zappos then return.

[pepperpeople]

I tried on every boot in the world to find one that fits my chicken legs... I swear by these and have one in each color:

www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00CY8PR0O/ref=wms_ohs_product?ie=UTF8&psc=1

They aren't leather on the back, which was the one drawback for me, but they fit like a glove and look amazing (and almost identical to my friend's stuart weitzman 5050s)

[happyhomemaker]

Sept 1, 2014 20:51:42 GMT -5 mrsg123 said:

Have you been to Nordstrom to try on? I would do that and/or buy several from zappos then return.

No, I don't have one nearby so I have to shop online. I love zappos!

[calips]

Thank you for this post. Chicken Legs Unite!

[calips]

Aug 31, 2014 22:33:42 GMT -5 ditzydi said:

I bought these during the Nords Annual Sale. I had to send them back because they were just too narrow for my huge calves.

shop.nordstrom.com/s/steve-madden-carrter-knee-high-leather-boot-women/3725561?origin=keywordsearch-personalizedsort&contextualcategoryid=0&fashionColor=Black+Leather&resultback=1544&cm_sp=personalizedsort-_-searchresults-_-1_4_C

Might be worth ordering just to see how they fit.

Ooo love these - esp in the cognac.  Are they pretty high? (asks 5'11" gal)

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Sept 5, 2014 15:10:44 GMT -5 calips said:

Aug 31, 2014 22:33:42 GMT -5 ditzydi said:

I bought these during the Nords Annual Sale. I had to send them back because they were just too narrow for my huge calves.

shop.nordstrom.com/s/steve-madden-carrter-knee-high-leather-boot-women/3725561?origin=keywordsearch-personalizedsort&contextualcategoryid=0&fashionColor=Black+Leather&resultback=1544&cm_sp=personalizedsort-_-searchresults-_-1_4_C

Might be worth ordering just to see how they fit.

Ooo love these - esp in the cognac.  Are they pretty high? (asks 5'11" gal)

Hell wise or shaft wise?  I didn't feel that they were super high but you are also asking a girl who is shorter than 5'.     Shaftwise, the shaft was too narrow for me and the shaft kept running into the back of my knees.  Seems to be a recurring problem for this shorty.

[calips]

I meant heel height. Over 3'?

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Sept 5, 2014 15:30:03 GMT -5 calips said:

I meant heel height. Over 3'?

I think it was 3" or under. Anything taller I wouldn't have been able towalk. But these felt super comfy. Go up a half size from your normal though. They run a tad small.