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Are these knee high boots too big on my calf's?

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notaurewhatusername · 20/09/2024 17:40

Just bought them from Sam Edelman, I have small calves but think these might look a bit silly?

Maybe ok with black tights so the gap is less obvious?

They also do a suede version which might come up different.

What do you think, are they too big/look silly?

Are these knee high boots too big on my calf's?
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Brobdingnagian · 20/09/2024 17:52

The gap looks a bit too big. Sorry.

HundredMilesAnHour · 20/09/2024 17:54

They look a bit like wellies, which doesn't work with the heels and toe shape.

notaurewhatusername · 20/09/2024 17:54

@Brobdingnagian thought so. It's fine, saves me £250 😭

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GalileoHumpkins · 20/09/2024 17:56

Much too baggy.

IdontPracticeSanteria · 20/09/2024 17:56

Yes too big. I can't buy knee boots off the shelf.
I had to go to Duo and input my measurements to get uber skinny ones Grin

pictoosh · 20/09/2024 17:57

Yes they're too big.

dudsville · 20/09/2024 17:58

They'll be uncomfortable, if they were mine I know I would regret it.

CleopatrasBeautifulNose · 20/09/2024 17:59

Yes, sorry, too loose. 😒
Shame. Now we need recommendations on small calf boots.

Have you tried Gabor, tend to be slimmer fit.

https://www.gaborshoes.co.uk/womens-c1/boots-c3/knee-high-boots-c101

Edited to remove they are Italian, which is bollox, I'm thinking of a different brand!

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LoobyLous · 20/09/2024 17:59

I think they’re too big on your calf but I like my boots to be a snug fit. I like Fairfax and Favour or Rydale boots do similar boots. The Spanish Boot Co are good for boots to fit slimmer calves too.

DGPP · 20/09/2024 17:59

Yes too big sorry. Love SE though

notaurewhatusername · 20/09/2024 18:08

Thanks all. I'm not disappointed as I was probably being naughty buying them anyway!

They were a luxury buy not essential

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shuffleofftobuffalo · 20/09/2024 18:09

I think long boots look silly if they aren't fitted closely to the calf.

Lovely boots tho!

worriedhidinginplainsight · 20/09/2024 18:14

Yes they are too big. I have the same problem, with boots being too big on the calf's, and also ankle boots being too wide on the ankles. I'm not particularly skinny and have a normal bmi. It's frustrating!

I have recently discovered that Clarks do narrow fit boots and shoes on Amazon (but not on the Clarks website).

Thursdaygirl · 20/09/2024 18:17

Definitely try Duo Boots - lifesaver for slender calves!

ChampagneBlossom44 · 20/09/2024 18:33

I’ve got a similar style & the extra space on the calves means I’ve only ever worn them with mid calf skirts or dresses to cover the flapping about at the top - but they haven’t lasted as well as they should. They’ve got creases in them & look a bit tired where they move about, whereas if they’d fit my legs properly this wouldn’t have happened & they’re meant to look rigid. They were such a bargain in the topshop sale but I shouldn’t have bought them. This is unusual for me as I have heavy calves & struggle with knee high boots not zipping up, hadn’t found an easy fitting pair since lace ups were a thing in 1995, I think I was so elated that I didn’t care that they looked a bit off

Wordless · 21/09/2024 05:44

Think some of you may have missed the memo - wide shaft boots are hugely fashionable right now!

Photos all from Net-a-Porter.

Are these knee high boots too big on my calf's?
Are these knee high boots too big on my calf's?
Are these knee high boots too big on my calf's?
Are these knee high boots too big on my calf's?
Are these knee high boots too big on my calf's?
forevernumb · 21/09/2024 09:28

Wordless · 21/09/2024 05:44

Think some of you may have missed the memo - wide shaft boots are hugely fashionable right now!

Photos all from Net-a-Porter.

😂😂😂😂😂

notaurewhatusername · 21/09/2024 09:29

😂😂😂😂 hit the unanimous replies make me feel silly wearing them now!! Fashion or no fashion

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notaurewhatusername · 21/09/2024 09:36

@Wordless you may actually be right!

www.asos.com/prd/206852262?acquisitionsource=pasteboard

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