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Flattering low-heeled ankle boots

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Filiboom · 25/08/2016 13:17

I'm on a mission at the moment (which largely consists of buying then returning) to find some low-heeled flat ankle boots that don't give me short stumpy legs.

I've had before the Jigsaw Cara boots (www.jigsaw-online.com/product/cara-ankle-boot/J25124_BL010), but after various foot and ankle injuries, I can't really wear them any more. I love them as the "v" at the front and (obviously) the heel makes my legs look longer and slimmer.

I've looked everywhere for lower heeled equivalents, but can't find any. The latest to go back are some suede Boden ones, which looked promising online, but do nothing for me.

I'm a size 10, 5ft4 and don't have slim legs - my calves are fairly muscly (with a by of flab) and my ankles are relatively narrow. In the right shoes (heels!), I like my legs. Unfortunately, I can't wear those any more.

Does anyone have any recommendations for flat ankle boots that won't make my legs worse than they actually are?

There's a lot of biker style ones around, but I'd like something a bit more elegant to wear with skirts and dresses (and to a smartish office).

Thanks very much!

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keeponkeepinon · 25/08/2016 15:40

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Filiboom · 25/08/2016 18:54

Thank you for replying. I've looked at those, but they're straight across the ankle, which really makes my calves look enormous. I think it must be the v-shape in the Caras that makes a difference. I actually emailed Jigsaw to ask if they would bring out a low heeled version (I may be getting obsessed...), but sadly not (although I think they should!).

Will keep looking....

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WeeM · 25/08/2016 18:55

What size feet do you have? Have you considered kids ones as they will def be flat? Boden, next and verbaudet have all had shoes/boots I've eyed up for myself!

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WeeM · 25/08/2016 18:57

Or something more like Chelsea boot that is tighter to your ankle so more streamlined? I know what you mean about the shape chopping your leg off, I'm similar in the calf dept!

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Nearlyadoctor · 25/08/2016 19:22

I've got these and think they're quite flattering, actually less clumpy than the pics. Although Oos online lots of stock instore but only any good if you live near HOF or could try Dune direct.

www.houseoffraser.co.uk/Dune+Parnell+punch+hole+detail+chelsea+boots/228768357,default,pd.html

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Filiboom · 25/08/2016 19:55

Thank you all.

I should maybe try a tighter fitting boot in case it makes a difference. The Dune boots are lovely but I've tried on ones with a similar cut before and they do the calf chopping thing.

I can manage a couple inches heel, but maybe I should try Verbaudet (already looked at Boden shoes!).

I think I need to go into boot design....

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Dreya · 25/08/2016 21:48

I have lived in the same pair of uggs for 3 autumn/winters now. I really wanted something a little more stylish, bit of a heel, with as much comfort. I have ordered and sent back 4 pairs of ankle boots these last couple of weeks Fili. These arrived today www.superdry.com/womens/boots/details/60969/dallas-ankle-boots-black
and I have only worn them indoors but considering I haven't worn any type of heel for a long time they seem so comfortable, flattering (they have that V that I was looking for too) I absolutely love them and promptly ordered them in taupe too. (Very reasonably priced I feel) I'm now considering the navy pair! Love them.

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Snazarooney · 25/08/2016 21:51

Is Dune worth a try?

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Dreya · 25/08/2016 22:01

Oh, I totally missed the fact that you wanted a flat boot, sorry. I have been so fixated on a comfortable mid heel ankle boot that I got over excited! Hope you find your perfect pair of boots too.

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Unhappyhousehunting · 25/08/2016 22:50

I've got these, love them and have had loads of comments
airandgracelondon.com/products/coachella-tan-leather-ankle-boot

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IsItMeOr · 25/08/2016 22:59
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RickOShay · 25/08/2016 23:09

Love those super dry boots. How high is the heel?

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ClosedAuraOpenMind · 25/08/2016 23:14

I have these www.schuh.co.uk/womens/red-or-dead-mountain-black-boots/1473487020/

they've got a wee heel but they're pretty comfy

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Filiboom · 25/08/2016 23:27

Thank you all! I've seen (and liked) the air and grace ones before (tempted by the super-comfy selling point - are they?!). Straight across at the ankle though.

The superdry ones are fab - very like the Jigsaw ones, but cheaper! The heel sadly is too high though. I miss heels.

The red or dead could well be worth a look though. I wanted somethin a bit less chunky for work, but they'd do for weekends.

For those who have the same stumpy leg issue, do you think it's better if you move away from black boots?

I clearly have a lot of places still too look, which is good to know!

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confuseddotcom82 · 25/08/2016 23:32

I am following this as an desperately looking for boots with the v too! Ash jalouse are a comfy height and have the v, have you seen them? I want a pair in camel/tan but can't find any!!

www.ashfootwear.co.uk/womens-c1/boots-c3/heeled-boots-c52/ash-jalouse-boots-woodash-suede-p486

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Filiboom · 25/08/2016 23:34

Inspired to start digging again, I remembered Ash (never had them but have seen them about). These look like they could be right www.ashfootwear.co.uk/womens-c1/ash-hurrican-boots-black-suede-p1768

A bit more than I intended to spend so would have to wait a month or so, but if they are right and they last, I'd think about it.

Are Ash boots meant to be good for walking in (will they last!)?

Thanks again

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Filiboom · 26/08/2016 00:07

Confused - I cross posted with you!

I've actually just bought the last pair of (half price!) 39 Hurrican boots in black in their sale. They seem to be the same as jalouse but a bit lower (obviously I prefer the jalouse...). Very much hoping they are the ones - panic bought a bit as look like what I'm looking for, and last pair at half price!

I hope you find the ones in the colour you're after. They're lovely boots.

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WeeM · 26/08/2016 07:59

Ive tried these and really like them as they are tight to my leg and so I feel they don't chop me off if wearing with leggings/jeggings
www.clarks.co.uk/p/26102047

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WeeM · 26/08/2016 08:06

www.clarks.co.uk/p/26117651
Or these ones maybe? Sorry now I'm just shopping for me too!

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user1471428075 · 26/08/2016 18:28

Office loyal? m.office.co.uk/view/product/office_catalog/2,10/2562900078

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Peppardew · 27/08/2016 22:54
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keeponkeepinon · 30/08/2016 16:46

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nooddsocksforme · 30/08/2016 20:13
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LapinR0se · 30/08/2016 20:19

You can wear black ankle boots with black jeans, black leggings or black opaques and they won't make you look stumpy.
For blue jeans step away from ankle boots just don't do it unless you're Claudia Schiffer

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HyacinthFuckit · 30/08/2016 21:03

Those Clarks ones are well comfy and quite flattering.

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