TFind a good fitting pair of boots if you have i big calves and/or very muscular, often comes across as an almost impossible mission. Better to be wary of the rumors that advise against this type of shoe for curvy physiques: the boots are suitable for all bodyshapes. Just select the right materials, the most suitable heel height and pay attention to a few details. Trends have neither size nor measurements: here are the slimming effect boots to focus on to enhance your silhouette this winter.
Boots for big calves: no middle ground
The only real rule in choosing boots when you have big or wide calves is do not opt for half measures. A legging below the knee or a few centimeters lower focuses attention precisely on the critical point, failing the attempt to appear more slender and long-limbed.
We go from low models, like bikers, chelsea or amphibians, granted if combined with wide-bottomed trousers and jeans or maxi dresses that cover most of them. To the cuissard that reach above the knee, always chosen in dark shades, which have the infallible ability to lengthen the leg and give a slimming effect.
A look with boots that is also suitable for curvy bodies.
When the material does it all
Not at all secondary, even there choice of material of your own high boots for thick calves plays a key role. Despite the tempting proposals seen on the catwalk, which range from stretch knit fabrics to second skin vinyl, for this type of leg the best material remains leather (or eco-leather). Able to adapt to the shape of the body, always staying soft and comfortableis an evergreen in which to invest without fear of second thoughts.
Model Devyn Garcia in knit dress and flat ankle boots. (Photo by Melodie Jeng/Getty Images)
With or without heel?
Hamletic doubt reserves pleasant surprises. Heels, if you have shapely calves, are not only allowed, but even recommended. The primary objective in choosing one’s footwear must be: slim the figure. In this sense, a few centimeters of heel is ideal, always and in any case. On daytime models, to be combined with tailored trousers or suit for the office. As for evening designs, with geometric heels or jewel details, to be combined with minidresses, midi skirts and long coats.
A perfect daytime look with soft high boots.
Great protagonists of winter 2022/23, boots will be the passe-partout of the season even for those with big calves.
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