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By *inky_couple2020 OP   Couple
over a year ago

North West

I'm in the market for some mid-calf or just-below-the-knee boots for winter, because my feet are perpetually bloody freezing (including when wearing Heat Holders sock plus tights) and it's not yet even properly cold.

I've ordered to the house and tried on 3x pairs this week and all have been far too narrow in the foot! I tried Rocketdog, Blowfish and Hush Puppies ones.

The following requirements are required:

1) Size 8 or 9

2) Black, waterproof

3) Minimal fussiness

4) Suitable for wearing in a college, with smart dresses/skirts

5) Not "pull on", needs the side of the boot to open with a zip or buckles or something

6) Low/no heel, grippy sole

7) Wide foot area, decent calf width too (though the calf doesn't have to specifically be aimed at larger legs. My calves aren't huge)

8) Not mega super duper expensive!

The requirements are largely due to my disabled/painful/permanently swollen left foot and ankle plus the need for them to be suitable for work.

I've looked online at Clarks, they've traditionally been good but there's little choice there and the ones available in size 8+ are being reported in reviews as running narrow and they're £150-200!!

They don't need to be mega hard wearing because I don't exactly walk on them much. However I do need to be able to hobble on my crutches around the car and from my wheelchair to desk. I won't be walking much more though.

Any ideas, dear Fabsters?!

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By *CLM87Woman
over a year ago

Derbyshire

Try Yours, they do wider fittings and usually have a good selection and go to at least a 9.

Also try deichman.

Good luck x

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By *otSoPoshWoman
over a year ago

In a ball gown because that's how we roll in N. Devon

Second vote for Yours. Also Simply Be.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

What about Next? They do quite a range and offer size 9. Hotter shoes too. I bought some of their sandals and super comfy.

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By *emorefridaCouple
over a year ago

La la land

Have you tried Pavers Mrs KC. I have boots as I don't like my feet squished. They're especially good on the sales if you can get them.

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By *inky_couple2020 OP   Couple
over a year ago

North West

With Simply Yours, are they just wider foot bit, or wide calf too? I don't want a draught down my leg, the aim is too be close fitting on my legs so I'm airtight

I shall look at Pavers and Deichmann, I've not tried either yet. I only tried the three brands mentioned in the OP and also looked online at Clarks, so far.

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By *otSoPoshWoman
over a year ago

In a ball gown because that's how we roll in N. Devon

Jesus woman... you want airtight while wearing boots?

That's the stuff of fantasy!

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By *otSoPoshWoman
over a year ago

In a ball gown because that's how we roll in N. Devon

Also, Simply Be have various calf widths, so the normal would be fine I would think.

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By *inky_couple2020 OP   Couple
over a year ago

North West


"With Simply Yours, are they just wider foot bit, or wide calf too? I don't want a draught down my leg, the aim is too be close fitting on my legs so I'm airtight

I shall look at Pavers and Deichmann, I've not tried either yet. I only tried the three brands mentioned in the OP and also looked online at Clarks, so far. "

*TO be. What a dreadful proofreading oversight

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By *emorefridaCouple
over a year ago

La la land


"Also, Simply Be have various calf widths, so the normal would be fine I would think."

I have a pair of simply be boots with a normal calf width, would say they're slightly wider than normal but not much. Enough that I can wear them over jeans.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Evans?

Not cheap but there are a few long boots on sale.

Following with interest as im also in need of similar

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By *inky_couple2020 OP   Couple
over a year ago

North West


"Evans?

Not cheap but there are a few long boots on sale.

Following with interest as im also in need of similar "

I thought Evans had disappeared when Dorothy Perkins did, to be honest! I'll have a gander....

I hope you find what you're looking for too.

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By *entlemanFoxMan
over a year ago

North East / London

Hi Mrs KC,

You might want to look at thermal riding boots, which probably does everything you want. The trick is finding a pair that is formal enough.

HTH

GF

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By *inky_couple2020 OP   Couple
over a year ago

North West


"Hi Mrs KC,

You might want to look at thermal riding boots, which probably does everything you want. The trick is finding a pair that is formal enough.

HTH

GF"

The thought has crossed my mind. My long yard boots are a) brown and b) not suitable style wise for work.

Today, I wore my black classic Dr Martens with Heat Holders socks folded down. With a dress. Trendy Also totally not suitable for many work days.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I've walked into the wrong room... Sorry I read the title as long (ish) boobs .... I'll awkwardly leave. X

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By *inky_couple2020 OP   Couple
over a year ago

North West


"I've walked into the wrong room... Sorry I read the title as long (ish) boobs .... I'll awkwardly leave. X"

I've probably got a pair of those already!

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By *coobyBoobyDooWoman
over a year ago

Markfield

Fat face?

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By *inky_couple2020 OP   Couple
over a year ago

North West


"Fat face? "

*Looks in mirror*

I'll take a look, thank you!

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By *coobyBoobyDooWoman
over a year ago

Markfield

[Removed by poster at 11/11/23 00:44:47]

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By *inky_couple2020 OP   Couple
over a year ago

North West

I think a trip to the Trafford Centre *shudder* might be required. I'm not going to do online shopping for any more boots cos so many of them look decent then you read the reviews (saying they come up small) or you find something nice but no size 8 or 9 or there's no picture that shows the footbed width properly, etc and so many places now charge for returning things.

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By *ose manMan
over a year ago

kells

Sock Boot

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Fat face? "

Rude

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By *inky_couple2020 OP   Couple
over a year ago

North West


"Fat face?

Rude "

It wasn't rude! It's the name of a brand of shoes and clothing. I made a silly joke before thanking the person who suggested it. At least, I hope it was taken as me joking (because I was)

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Fat face?

Rude

It wasn't rude! It's the name of a brand of shoes and clothing. I made a silly joke before thanking the person who suggested it. At least, I hope it was taken as me joking (because I was) "

I was joking. It was said in a Jimmy Carr quizzical manner (well in my head at least)

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By *ose manMan
over a year ago

kells

Wellies

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By *inky_couple2020 OP   Couple
over a year ago

North West


"Wellies"

I'm a manager in a college and I teach. I can't wear wellies for work

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By *riar BelisseWoman
over a year ago

Delightful Bliss

I wear various size 9 calf boots from shoezone with a dress quite frequently, they are nice and wide and they do waterproof ones, range from £30 to £60

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"I've walked into the wrong room... Sorry I read the title as long (ish) boobs .... I'll awkwardly leave. X"

You’re not walking alone……

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"I've walked into the wrong room... Sorry I read the title as long (ish) boobs .... I'll awkwardly leave. X

I've probably got a pair of those already!"

Don't be harsh on yourself xx

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By *ose manMan
over a year ago

kells

Sock boots look the business

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By *inger_SnapWoman
over a year ago

Hampshire/Dorset

Reiker... I just bought a black pair, same as the grey ones from last winter. Comfy, fur lined, zips up the side, and good for wider feet.

I got them from Freemans, found a 25% discount code.

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By *ose manMan
over a year ago

kells

Gis us a look xx

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By *inger_SnapWoman
over a year ago

Hampshire/Dorset

Rieker Knit Collar Boots are the ones I have. But they do various ankle/mid calf/knee high.

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By *inky_couple2020 OP   Couple
over a year ago

North West


"Rieker Knit Collar Boots are the ones I have. But they do various ankle/mid calf/knee high."

Thank you! I am perusing now

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By *inger_SnapWoman
over a year ago

Hampshire/Dorset

beggshoes

Rieker - 94732-00 Fresh Tex Lace (black)

Are the longer ones I have

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By *ose manMan
over a year ago

kells

What happened ugg boots

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By *inky_couple2020 OP   Couple
over a year ago

North West


"What happened ugg boots "

Ugg boots are a travesty, for so many reasons. I seek something rather different

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By *ose manMan
over a year ago

kells

Ha . Mary Poppins style boot maybe :-

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By *inky_couple2020 OP   Couple
over a year ago

North West

I bought boots!! Had to basically remortgage but only two pairs in the entire Trafford Centre fit/were suitable.

I am now the proud owner of calf length black Dr Martens, which I can lace/unlace as much as needed to accommodate my stupid foot. I was hoping not to spend so much though. A few pairs I tried fit my right (ok) foot, but not my left

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By *entlemanFoxMan
over a year ago

North East / London


"I bought boots!! Had to basically remortgage but only two pairs in the entire Trafford Centre fit/were suitable.

I am now the proud owner of calf length black Dr Martens, which I can lace/unlace as much as needed to accommodate my stupid foot. I was hoping not to spend so much though. A few pairs I tried fit my right (ok) foot, but not my left "

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By *ose manMan
over a year ago

kells

Just get below the knee boot . job done

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By *emorefridaCouple
over a year ago

La la land


"I bought boots!! Had to basically remortgage but only two pairs in the entire Trafford Centre fit/were suitable.

I am now the proud owner of calf length black Dr Martens, which I can lace/unlace as much as needed to accommodate my stupid foot. I was hoping not to spend so much though. A few pairs I tried fit my right (ok) foot, but not my left "

Glad you found some boots love Dr Martens

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By *inger_SnapWoman
over a year ago

Hampshire/Dorset


"I bought boots!! Had to basically remortgage but only two pairs in the entire Trafford Centre fit/were suitable.

I am now the proud owner of calf length black Dr Martens, which I can lace/unlace as much as needed to accommodate my stupid foot. I was hoping not to spend so much though. A few pairs I tried fit my right (ok) foot, but not my left "

Oh well at least they should last you for ages!!

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By *ttmcdguyTV/TS
over a year ago

Milton Keynes

Just a note about heat holding socks

1st of all not all are genuine

A lot of the socks face masks hats etc that advertise heat holders are pretty rubbish (1st hand information!)

I personally recommend gillet or karrimore brands available from sport’s direct they are designed for walking activities!

2nd once you wash the “heat holder” products they tend to loose their ability’s in heat holding

I think it’s something to do with the micro fibres

And lastly the genuine heat holders don’t only keep your feet warm in the winter they also keep you feet cooler in the summer warmer months !

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By *archelCouple
over a year ago

A field somewhere

To keep your feet warm whether you're wearing leather boots or rubber wellies.

Real sheepskin or alpaca insoles...not the shitty synthetic ones, must be real. 60% or more wool or alpaca socks with either high % cotton or bamboo socks underneath.

I spend hours out in my field up to my neck in mud wearing this set up with rubber unlined wellies and never get cold feet

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By *iger4uWoman
over a year ago

In my happy place

Marks and spencers. Stretchy zip long boots.

Also john lewis own brand

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By *iger4uWoman
over a year ago

In my happy place

Cashmere socks

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By *inky_couple2020 OP   Couple
over a year ago

North West


"To keep your feet warm whether you're wearing leather boots or rubber wellies.

Real sheepskin or alpaca insoles...not the shitty synthetic ones, must be real. 60% or more wool or alpaca socks with either high % cotton or bamboo socks underneath.

I spend hours out in my field up to my neck in mud wearing this set up with rubber unlined wellies and never get cold feet

"

I have cold feet due to Raynaud's and nerve damage.

And re: the Heat Holders to the person above this comment, the ones I have are definitely genuine. Purchased from the men's section at Sainsbury's in Heat Holders packaging.

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By *inky_couple2020 OP   Couple
over a year ago

North West


"I bought boots!! Had to basically remortgage but only two pairs in the entire Trafford Centre fit/were suitable.

I am now the proud owner of calf length black Dr Martens, which I can lace/unlace as much as needed to accommodate my stupid foot. I was hoping not to spend so much though. A few pairs I tried fit my right (ok) foot, but not my left

Oh well at least they should last you for ages!!"

They should, hopefully! I was wearing my regular ankle height Docs today and I've had those since I was 14! So 24yrs and counting

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