Though it feels like booties and combat boots have taken center stage, wide calf boots are a classic and a staple shoe your wardrobe simply needs.
Whether paired with your favorite jeans or skirt you’ll saunter in this season, they complete any outfit — accessorized beautifully with a crossbody bag and a good bodysuit.
The problem: so many exist online and it can be difficult to hit the checkout button on the narrowed-down winner. Luckily, we combed through the masses to pull the best wide calf boots you’ll want to waltz in this fall and winter.
Oh, and we can’t glimpse over how good they look with trench coats and cashmere sweaters (BRB, we’re making our fall fashion wishlists). If you’re on a shopping soiree, we recommend checking out our guide to the best rain boots as well — should some of these suede pairs have an off-day during sad weather conditions.
So, whip out your credit cards — these bad boys deserve some extra love and attention this season.
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Madewell’s The Drumgold Boot in Extended Calf deserve a shiny gold trophy for being well-made (not just because they’re from Madewell, but continuing on), comfortable to walk in and sport that glossy brown exterior we all know and love.
More, they’re a brand best-seller, available in black as well and boast the most luxurious leather upper and lining we’ve seen.
LifeStride is one of our favorite brands for actually comfortable shoes (ones that we sprint to the office in, may we add), and its Wide Calf X-Felicity Boot. They’re affordably priced at less than $100, available at a variety of online retailers and feature an equestrian-inspired buckle to top it all off.
Wide calf boots just got a whole new look with the Torrid Wide Calf Platform Knee Boot — another less-than-$100 option that elevates your otherwise classic pair. Its funnel-shaped design allows for more leg room as well, and the pair is offered in a generous size range.
Vince Camuto, oh how we love you. The designer’s Sangeti Wide-Calf Boot captured our attention and never left, thanks to tis contoured heel, quality exterior and come in a repertoire of sultry shades, from dreamy ivory to crisp black.
More, they’re super roomy and have endless styling power.
Keep things over the knee with Dolce Vita’s Fynn Wide Wide Calf Boots. From its ridged block heel to brushed suede design, this pair is ready for you to kick things up a notch.
Though a splurge, you’ll appreciate how the boots are available in a lovely roster of beige-toned shades — helping to elevate your midi dresses and denim skirts alike.
Over-the-knee but not over-budget, the Journee Zivia Wide Calf Boot is a lovely option for less than $100 and ones that feature that “slouched” silhouette we all know and love. Its chic almond-shaped toe and comfortable design makes it worth your next online shopping trip.
Yeehaw, we’re ready to pick up the Pasuot Western Wide Calf Cowboy Boots for Women for some Dallas-inspired charm. Not only are they a No. 1 Amazon best-seller but they’re on-trend and, if the Wild West has taught us anything, signify they’ve stood the test of time.
For more options, check out our guide to the best cowboy boots.
Whether you’re going horseback riding or simply love the aesthetic of riding boots, listen up. The Frye and Co. Gaylin Stacked Heel Riding Boots are a fairly priced option with a simplistic look. They can be dressed up or down and also come in black, should you want to pick up two pairs.
Similarly, the Naturalizer Jessie Knee High Riding Boot are a bit more of a splurge with quality brushed gold accents at the buckles and straps. Its dark ombré hue at the toe is a nice touch as well, and you’ll wear these on the regular for years and years, given the brand’s well-made spin on shoes.
Of course, the Hunter Original Wide Fit Tall Rain Boots made the cut. They’re housed in our closets, too (aka, you should pick them up, because they’re often the pair we recommend IRL) and are perfect if you want high-tall boots that are weather-resistant. Yes, please.
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