Every fashionista, no matter what her size, loves her shoes. Fabulous shoes are a very important element in any wardrobe. According to a poll taken by the Consumer Reports National Research Center, 15 percent of women own more than 30 pairs of shoes, and 33 percent of those women have trouble finding room to store them. I have at least 45 pairs of shoes, boots and sneakers, myself. The shoes you wear, whether it’s the color, style, heel height, or shape, can figuratively “make or break” your outfit. However, no matter how beautiful or “fierce” it is, an uncomfortable shoe can not only ruin you mood, but your feet as well.
The knee-high boot is a classic fashion trend that returns year after year, never going out of style. Knee-high stiletto boots can add an air of sexiness to your outfit; riding boots can add a bit of polish. Unfortunately, for the fuller figured fashionista, wearing this trend can be a bit difficult. Most designer knee-high boots are made to fit thinner legs, making zip-up boots impossible to zip and pull-on boots impossible to pull passed the lower calf for plus size women. If you find yourself in a predicament like this, in which you’ve either bought boots that are too small around the legs, or you are looking to add a pair of knee-high boots to your wardrobe, don’t worry. In the next few paragraphs you will find boot solutions for larger legs, including quick fixes and places to shop.
First, if you’ve already gotten boots, or found some that you love, and you have found that they don’t zip up or are tight around your legs, don’t be so quick to send them back or pass over them in the store. Unbelievably, this is a really easy fix. Find a reputable shoe repair place in your area, and get familiar with those guys; they will very useful in the future. In terms of your boots, any shoesmith can insert a bit of elastic into the inside seam of the boot. Depending on how much extra space you need, the smith can put in a small piece of elastic or a longer piece. The great thing about this is that it won’t cost much, probably around $30, and the alteration is virtually undetectable. Your boots will fit much more comfortably, if not perfectly.
If you don’t feel like getting boots altered and would rather have them fit correctly when you buy them, a great way to shop is online. That way, you have a large selection of boots from which to choose. Zappos.com is one of the best online shoe stores around. The website is very well organized; you can shop for boots by category, including heel height, calf width, color, and price. If you find a pair of boots that you like, just click on the thumbnail and you can read consumer reviews from people who bought those boots as well. Zappos.com also offers free shipping both ways, so when you order your boots, you only pay the price of the boots, with no shipping costs, and no sales tax, with the exception of Kentucky and Nevada, where sales tax is charged by law. If you’re not happy with your purchase, you can send the merchandise back to Zappos free of charge.
