Rain boots are a summer, fall, winter, and springtime essential. But they aren't always the easiest boots to find nor slip into when you have wider calves (and those who fall into this category know just how hard it can be to find mid-to-tall shoes that actually fit comfortably over the bottom half of one's legs).
According to Nordstrom's boot guide, "wide calves" have a circumference that lands at or above 15.5 inches. Curious how to measure your calves? "Wrap a cloth tape measure around the fullest part of your calf to get your calf circumference," Nordstrom says. Knowing this will help you narrow down your shoe selection, and will make shopping for properly fitting boots much, much easier.
But this can take time, and sometimes we just want to hit "add to cart" when we spot a shoe style we love without doing any additional research. That's why we decided to pick out 25 pairs of wide-calf rain boots that are stylish and practical. Ready to see our finds?
Hunter
Original Refined Knee High Rain Boot
So chic.
Sakroots
Rhythm Waterproof Rain Boot
We can't resist a good pattern.
Hunter
Original Tall Rain Boot
Go green.
UGG
Sienna Rain Boot
A white rain boot looks especially chic.
Däv
Cardiff Tweed Knee High Rain Boot
Check the tweed detailing on these wide-calf rain boots.
Chooka
Classic Dot Rain Boot
Who can resist polka dots?
Ilse Jacobsen
Hornbaek Rubber Boot
The lace-up detailing lets you easily adjust the fit of these boots.
Capelli
Two Tone Mid Calf Rubber Rain Boot
Another cute pattern.
Hunter
Original High Gloss Boot
Bold, bright rain boots to wear all season long.
UGG
Shaye Rain Boot
Another classic.
Kamik
Miranda Rain Boot
These are so affordable.
Hunter
Adjustable Calf Rain Boot
You'll wear these forever.
Joules
Tall Welly Rain Boot
A pair-with-everything option.
Chooka
Versa Prima Tall Rain Boot
The adjustable straps on these are perfect.
Pendelton Boot
Oxford Rain Boot
Pair these with an LBD on a rainy fall day.
Hunter
Original Colorblock Knee High Rain Boot
Knee-high boots that actually fit.
Ecco Bella
Bella Water Resistant Tall Boot
A cool water-resistant riding boot.
Joules
Molly Welly Rain Boot
Stripes—need we say more?
Chooka
City Tall Rain Boot
Yes, please.
Hunter
Original Short Adjustable Back Gloss Rain Boot
Poppy-red shoes are trending this season, in case you didn't know.