Boot Roundup - Heeled boots

It seems to already be the season of sales, when retailers move out their winter apparel (including boots) to make way for fashion more suited to warm weather. So I hope to do a couple of "boot roundup" posts before the online boot selection thins out significantly. This post focuses on high-heeled boots.

This post is not a guarantee that these boots will actually accommodate small calves. I have not tried on any of the following boots. Instead, I chose them based on their product descriptions and reviews. I'd love to hear comments from those of you that have firsthand experience with any of the boots listed below. And of course, suggestions are always welcome!


C LABEL Candi-1 Boots ($40-$70)
The descriptions list a 14" circumference but the one reviewer on Amazon and Endless (it appears to be the same person) complained they were very snug on her average/slim calves. Multiple colors are available.

UES, Perry Wedge boots ($140-$185)

No reviews yet on these boots but the description on Endless and Amazon lists a 12.5” circumference. It's also available at 6pm.

Aldo, Kehs boots ($98)

Aldo says these have a 13” circumference and they seem adjustable.

Lifestride, Ulterior boots – regular shaft ($80)

I think these boots are available in both wide and regular shaft widths. Most of the comments seem to pertain to the wide shaft version so it's hard to know how the regular version fits. However, one reviewer said the boots were good for her petite/slim legs. The calf circumference is listed at 12” on  Amazon and Zappos, and 15" on Endless. Confusing. I'm considering ordering these for a review. 

Nina, Irvina boots (now $85-$120)

Zappos lists the calf circumference at 12.5”. These seem to have a stretch calf. I haven’t had much luck with stretch boots and don't favor them, but others may feel differently. They are also available at  Endless, Amazon, and 6pm. 

Fitzwell, Rylee 2 Wedge boots ($139)

The Zappos and 6pm listings say that a size 6 has a 13”-13.5" circumference. Read the reviews for more advice regarding the fit of the foot and calf.

Type Z, Sheffield boots (now $105)

Another stretch boot—this one is an over-the-knee boot—with a 12” circumference.

Gabrielle Rocha, Zalyia boots (now $63)

Another stretch boot, this one listed with a 12.25” circumference.

Fitzwell, Lyra Low Wedge boots ($85)

Yet another stretch boot. This one may be promising because it says that a size 8.5 has a circumference of 13”.

BCBGGeneration, Eclipse High boots ($100-$140)

Zappos and Shoebuy say these have a 12.5” circumference but Endless and  Amazon say they are 14”. 

With the gradually encroaching spring fashion in stores and online, I realize there's limited time to find boots for this winter (although winter just officially began!) so I really hope this post helps some of you out there. As always, I find your suggestions, experiences and general feedback, very helpful. I hope to put together a boot roundup focused on riding boots fairly soon.

Little Contessa