
Every girl loves a great pair of boots, and the curvy girl is no exception. The problem is, with a fuller calf, it's not always easy for her to find the perfect fit. But great style exists at every size, and there is a wider selection of boots with larger calves on the market now than ever before. It's all about knowing which looks work best on lusher gams.
Here are a few styles that are sure to make for just the right pair:
OVER-THE-KNEE: Over-the-knee boots are not reserved for narrow legs. They are usually wider at the top, giving the thigh room to breathe, and a stretchier fabric will make a boot snug, not constricting. These Ros Hommerson wide-width leather boots (above) are super sexy and right on-trend. $270, widewidths.com.
STRETCHY: Boots with at least a bit of elastic on the calf will offer more room in the leg than full leather ones. The beauty in this style is that you won't need to search for special sizes. Also, there are a number of stretchy styles that have leather in front, so you can get the comfort you need and a luxe look. Take an example from Jennifer Hudson, below.



EQUESTRIAN: Riding boots are big right now. The fabric on this style by Silhouettes ($149, silhouettes.com) is stiff enough that it won't lose its shape.


1) Avoid any type of knee boot that is made entirely of soft, non-stretch fabric. They tend to lose their shape and will begin to sag around the ankles.
2) If you want to ensure a proper fit, measure around your calf where it's the widest. You can take this measurement with you when you shop, and some online stores provide calf width information on a boot's item description page.
3) Know that you can get most leather boots stretched, usually up to one inch, at a good shoe repair shop - for those boots that you really love that are too snug in the calf.
See how the celebs do it here!




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By: Kristin on 2/18/2011 10:11PM
Thank you so much for the tips and also for showing options in multiple price ranges!
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By: SAY WHAT! on 2/10/2011 9:57PM
Man I seen this "curvy" woman wearing some flip-flops.
Her feet(s) looked like hamhocks wrapped in bacon.
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By: Tracy on 2/11/2011 12:06PM
Sound like something a 5 yr old would say grow up
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By: just on 2/11/2011 12:36PM
@saywhat: A white girl at the gym took off her nasty mud crusted slouchy uggs and it smelled like she walked barefoot in sh*t...
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By: "DimePiece" on 2/11/2011 10:44AM
My sister has some wide feet, pretty big shapely calves, wears a size 11, and it's hard for her to find a boot. These boots are SHARP! I will pass this article down to her. I don't have wide feet or big calves because my feet are slender but bought a nice pair of MUKLUKS that are short pretty beige furry boot/tassels. They are SO COMFORTABLE, FASHIONABLE, & KEEP MY FEET WARM. When I wear my boots I were tights with leggings and gives it a sexy good look & ATTENTION!
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By: wondergirl on 2/19/2011 6:15PM
Very unflattering pic of Raven
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By: linda on 2/17/2011 11:57PM
nice review of boots for women.
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By: Erica on 2/21/2011 1:06PM
I actually bought the WideWidths.com over-the-knee Sherlock boot shown above and I have to tell you that not only have I NEVER in my life ever been able to find boots to fit my big legs but I never dreamed I would ever own a pair as hot as these. I've had complete strangers stop me in the streets to ask me where I bought them! I am in 7th heaven - they are gorgeous and the leather is soft and fab and they are so comfy on my wide feet too. It's a dream come true!
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By: Kairi on 2/10/2012 11:23AM
What a great guide! I already have a pair of knee-high boots that I just love! I really want to get some sheepskin boots or sheepskin slippers though. They just look so comfortable and warm! I could really use some warm boots with all the snow we have been having here.
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