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The 7 Best Wide-Calf Boots

Ah, fall. When the fires are lit, the ciders are spiced, the footwear is...tight. If you've been on the hunt for tall boots with a roomier fit, we have some shopping leads. Here, 7 of the best wide-calf boots. 

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1. Best Minimalist Boots

Sleek lines: yes. Weird buckles: no.

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2. Best Subtle Buckles

For just a touch of moto toughness.

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3. Best Classic Riding Boots

'Cause you always need a pair on hand.

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4. Best Extra-wide Boots

Most wide boots have a calf circumference of 16 or 17 inches. Plus-size retailers, however, are where you should look for boots with 18- and 19-inch circumferences. 


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5. Best Over-the-knee Flat Boots

Yes, you too can try the massively popular trend.

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6. Best Over-the-knee Heeled Boots

Same idea as the previous--just with a little lift.

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7. Best Rain Boots

Rubber wellies are tricky. Even though Hunters technically come in "extended calf" sizing, it's baloney. A more flattering all-weather option is an extra-roomy ankle boot.

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Lousy baker, stellar shopping buddy

You can find Susan either blissfully buried in a pile of clothes or on a plane between L.A. and NYC.