So a bit of a spoiler alert: this collection of rain boots is for wide calves. And I’m not talking just calves that are slightly bigger than average, girls. Wide. Ass. Calves.
Compliments aside, I’m acutely aware how hard it can be to find boots that fit due to the fact my calves are pretty solid unlike the rest of me; there’s just no way I can squeeze into what most brands advertise as “wide” boots. So, enjoy my fat girl picks of the best rain boots for wide calves.
Jileon Black Rain Boots
Fits calves up to: 23 inches
Price: $120
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Can I get a hallelujah for these ladies? If there’s such a thing as a winner, Jileon would have to take the podium.
Jileon specializes in creating only rain boots. This means you can guarantee all their boots are 100% waterproof and their mantra “rain boots to fit everybody” is pretty much true, as their extra wide boots will fit calves from 21 to 23 inches. What’s more, they have sizes in wide and extra wide.
Jileon describes these as “the sensible big sister of our extra wide family” – thick and durable, they’ll do good for gardening work or any outdoors-y type activity. As with the spotty boots, the buckle can also be adjusted to fit smaller calves.
Jileon extra wide spotty rain boots
Fits calves up to: 23 inches
Price: $120
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Guys, the reviews for these are off the hook! 93% gave them 5 stars! They’re practical and stylish, giving that classic rain boot look. The boot tops are large enough to comfortably tuck your jeans or pants in, and the mauve soles and borders really make them stand out.
As with the black boots, the buckle can also be adjusted to fit smaller calves. As we know from our roundup of extra wide calf boots, this is important when the boots can be just a little too wide!
BOGS Classic Wide Calf Rain Boot
Fits calves up to: 19 inches
Price: $90
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These BOGS go up to 19 inches but the style is certainly unique and these would be perfect for working in the garden or walking the pup on rainy days if you’re not super worried about looking glam.
BOGS Classic Tall Wide Calf Rain Boot
Fits calves up to: 19 inches
Price: $130
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Like the classic, but this one is designed specifically for longer calves. Shout out to my tall girls out there and that feeling of pulling on boots only for them to sit halfway up the calf! That won’t be a problem here.
Chelsea rain boots at Target (budget option!)
Fits calves up to: ?
Price: $
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If you want a rain boot for wide feet that doesn’t need to go over your calf, these Chelsea boots from Target are a nice alternative. They’re highly rated in the reviews though some do say they run a little small.
Are Hunter Rain Boots Good for Bigger Calves?
When I told someone I was putting this list together, they immediately mentioned Hunter. It’s synonymous with stylish riding-style rain boots, but are hunter boots good for big calves? Not at all. Having 16 inch calves is hardly to say that your calves are wide. Do better, Hunter. We need the love too.
Final HSR Thoughts
As someone with giant calves, it can be a blessing and a curse. I find I get a lot of compliments from men who actually envy my calf muscles, “I wish I could get calves like that” – well, I tell them, if your calves had to carry my fat ass around all day they’d probably be muscular too!
Jokes aside, I get the struggle of finding boots in any type to fit these big things. I hope this list has given you the inspiration you need and brands you need to be following because they’re doing great work to help us big girls look and feel amazing.
