What Are the Best Boots for Plus-Size Women?

“For trendy boot options in wide width, my number one recommendation is ASOS,” says Sarah Chiwaya, a plus-size-brand consultant and the founder of Curvily. “You can filter by wide fit in their shoe section and find hundreds of pairs in all sorts of styles, including some excellent, of-the-moment boot options,” she promises. Stephanie Yeboah, the author of the forthcoming book Fattily Ever After, also loves ASOS and calls these boots her “go-to pair for thigh highs.” She loves that the boots, which are available in wide-fit styles, have ample room around the thighs and a “comfortable” four-inch block heel that still provides some height. Yeboah adds that these have gel-lined seams that ensure “the boots will not roll down.”

Two of our experts also pointed us to Stuart Weitzman for their inclusive sizing. “My mom, who is also plus-size, has had the prettiest pair of black Stuart Weitzman boots for most of my life,” says Morgan, who told us she was ecstatic when she found this pair, which is very similar to her mom’s, on sale. “The Liviana Boot embodies the brand’s classic style,” she says, adding that they are made of stretch suede, which makes getting them over your calves a breeze. “You can easily pull them on and you are good to go.” Plus, they’re versatile and add a “fun and sexy dynamic” to any outfit, according to her. Photographer Lydia Hudgens is also a fan of the brand: “Stuart Weitzman not only offers different widths for those that need it, but they carry larger shoe sizes, which are difficult to find in most shoe brands.” The Liviana boots are currently on sale for 61 percent off, and although the suede style Morgan loves is only available in limited sizes, these all-leather ones are still in stock in sizes 4 to 11.5.

Plus-size models Taylee De Castro and Kaguya are both big fans of Torrid for their range of wide boots for all sizes. “As a woman with thick calves, I never got to wear anything slightly above my ankles,” says Kaguya, who especially likes these faux-leather biker boots. “Torrid’s options are perfect for every day and even going out, with their various styles and heel height ranges,” she says.

“The over-the-knee style has been trending, but for so long, plus-size women weren’t able to participate because there were no options that would work for our bodies,” says Ashby Vose, the head of brand at Ori, a plus-size clothing company that makes apparel for sizes 10 to 32. Luckily, the fashion world now includes more brands geared towards plus-size style, she explains. Vose loves these boots from Fashion to Figure, a brand she says has an “undying dedication to plus-sizes.” While the animal print does make a statement, they’re still “neutral enough to pair with other prints and colors,” according to Vose, who adds that they’re roomy enough to wear with either tights or jeans.

“Simply Be is an extremely reliable brand for wide-calf and wide-width footwear,” says Vose, who loves this “classic, timeless” riding boot because you can choose exactly how wide you want both the calf and the shoe to be. The shoe width options include wide and extra-wide, while the calf is available in five widths ranging from a standard circumference of 17.75 inches to an extra-curvy-plus circumference of 23.25 inches, ensuring you can find the perfect fit, she says. Vose notes that the “wardrobe staple” is available in both brown and black.

“Frye is the first brand I ever heard of that offered extended calf sizes,” according to Morgan. While they offer many different styles that are wide-calf, she says their most classic is the Melissa boot. A lot of tall boots can be difficult to get on and off, but she says this style has a side zipper that makes it a breeze. “I also love that the zipper is on the inside of the boot because it is not as noticeable,” Morgan adds.

Plus-size model and blogger Caralyn Mirand Koch, who wears a size 11 shoe, calls Sam Edelman her “go-to brand for many different styles of shoes,” due to their inclusive sizing. These leather boots, which are available in standard and wide fit, will carry you from season to season because of their classic style and quality, she promises.

Valerie Eguavoen, the founder of nonprofit organization You Belong Now and fashion blog On a Curve, says that she’s “been living in these” block-heeled boots since she bought them. “They are comfortable, stylish, and they elevate even the most casual outfit.” Long Tall Sally is a brand geared towards tall women, so their styles go up to a hard-to-find size 15.

For a twist on that classic Chelsea-boot look, Yeboah suggests these faux-croc-embellished, block-heeled boots from ASOS. They come in both standard and wide-fit styles for “maximum comfort,” she says, noting that they have a “super-stretchy elasticated side that comfortably molds itself around larger ankles.”

For a heeled ankle boot that you can wear from the office to after-work drinks, Vose suggests trying this pair from JustFab. She says the boots’ cut-out detailing makes them a perfect style to wear from spring through fall. “This pair comes in both regular and wide width, and in an on-trend snakeskin print, white, or black,” she adds. And if you sign up for JustFab’s membership, they’re just $10, making them the most affordable boots on this list (and so inexpensive, you might get two, or all three).

Vose pointed us to Munro Shoes, which describes as “a tried-and-true footwear brand dedicated to fit” that has a generous selection of wide-width styles and 50 years of experience. She loves this pair of combat boots, which have a 1.5-inch block heel and “feminine” details like velvet laces and a patent leather finish. “Plus, the zippers on both sides make it easy to take on and off,” she says. The Brittie is available in red and black, and in medium, wide, and extra-wide sizes.

“I’m all about comfortable footwear,” says Eguavoen, who loves these Doc Martens because they “can be styled in different ways: with jeans for a casual look, or a slip skirt for something more dressed up.” The vegan boots are made with Dr. Martens’ signature synthetic Oxford Rub Off material, and the cherry red color is a more unexpected option than black and brown. While they aren’t available in wide fit, because they hit at the lower calf, they should be comfortable for most plus-sizes.

If you’re on the hunt for a durable pair of rain boots, Koch calls these her “favorites” due to the wide variety of heights and sizes offered by Hunter (the brand that took the top spot in our roundup of best stylish rain boots for women). The Wellington boots are completely waterproof, have a wide-calf fit, and a durable, non-slip sole.

For snow boots, Vose suggests these deck boots from XtraTuf, which she heard about from a friend who visited Alaska and noticed that all of the fishermen there wore them. They are entirely waterproof and slip-resistant, “so you can feel confident when walking on icy sidewalks,” she says, adding that the lining keeps your feet from overheating and sweating. They’re zipper-less and lace-less, and instead have two tabs at the top to make pulling them on easy. Vose notes that while they don’t have width options, these are still rather roomy because they’re designed to accommodate thick socks.