Where to buy large size women's shoes in store
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Be on trend by getting lovely large sizes direct from Birkenstock (narrow to wide widths). Not just open sandals - closed mules & sneakers too. Max size depends on the style & some sell out fast, but you can sign up for re-stocks. They ain't cheap but they last. I've my house shoes 15 years! They've a good size calculator online. I'd go down a Euro/UK size, or buy your US size. I'm usually 42.5-43 but only 42 in Birks & could even wear 41 (I was 11 the last time any other 41 fit!).
Marmi, USA
Marmi sell their VANELi and Sesto Meucci shoe brands up to size 13 US, including half sizes. Even better they cater for widths from super slim (AAAA) right through to wide. They focus on smart casual shoes with lots of flats, sandals & sporty styles. Boots & dressy shoes available too. Ships to US only. Marmi also have 11 stores across the US.
Solovair, Northampton
Shoemakers since 1881 & they made Doc Martens under licence until the 90s. High quality leather & vegan boots & shoes up to size 14 uk (49 eu, 16 us women) made in the UK. Also in half sizes up to 12.5 uk which is rare. Styles include classic lace up boots, loafers, Mary Janes, brogues & sneakers. Shop in person in their factory shop in Wollaston or their Northampton shop. Free delivery worldwide with all taxes included at checkout. Returns via DHL cost £5/€10/$15. Dedicated websites for the UK, EU & US/Canada. Sizing is unisex so you may need to size down & since they've used the same lasts since the 1950s, they say sizing can't be compared with modern brands. So read their size guide& click 'find my size' on product pages for inside shoe (last) lengths. Also, expect a breaking in period but they should last well.
DB Shoes make wide shoes, boots & slippers in widths E to 8E with all shoes made in the UK. Most are everyday comfort shoes that go up to size 9 UK, with a few styles available up to 12 UK. Due to their wide nature, some may be able to go down a size. See the detailed fitting info on the DB website. Or book a 1 hour fitting appointment at their showroom in Rushden, Northamptonshire. Worldwide shipping at flat rates. Free UK returns.
Kizik were the original brand to patent hands-free shoes you slip into (later licensed by Nike). Their comfy casual shoes & sneakers in both standard and wide widths go up to size 13 us women's (10.5 uk, 44.5 eu) and their men's range has surprisingly cute options right up to a women's 16.5 us (14 uk, 48 eu). Several stores & lots of stockists across the US. Free shipping worldwide with taxes included and free returns for the US & UK. Note: for some Euro countries they only show US size numbers on product pages without explanation! Separate UK website: kizik.co.uk
Exquisite vegan artisan clogs & sandals handcrafted by Annie & Justin in the USA. You can even design your own pair. 5 heel heights from flats to 4 inches. Available in 4 widths from narrow to wide right up to a women's size 18 us, but they can make shoes for all sizes if you send on measurements. Ships worldwide with free US shipping. Book a free footwear consult at their Chicago studio. Read my Mohop interview
Luxury designer shoes & boots with all styles in size 11, a good range in size 12 and a few 13s. Shop in-store across the US and in Canada (Toronto & Montreal). Ships worldwide but international returns are very expensive. The brand is also stocked at Nordstrom where you might get a deal if you're lucky.
Premium fun & colorful footwear with all styles available up to size 13 us, and platform loafers and sneakers up to size 15. Cute sandals, clogs, boots & more in brights and neutrals. Most styles are online only, but select seasonal styles are in-store at a small number of stockists around the US. Note: size guide foot lengths suggest large sizes run small, so get size advice before ordering. Their 11 measures like a 10.5, and their 15 (11.5 inches) is close to a standard 13. Ships worldwide with taxes included for most countries.
Memery, Aarhus
Mette makes new vintage shoes (1900-1950s), which is very cool. These shoes never existed in large sizes originally! There are styles for medium and wide (EEE) feet. Free shipping to EU, UK & US. The size 43 insole length is 28.5 for foot length 27.4 - 28. Free 15 minute virtual shopping appointments. Shop in person at Vintage Divine in Aarhus, Denmark.
TK Maxx, UK
Discount chain TK Maxx have a good selection of size 9 uk shoes online, with a few larger sizes if you're lucky. Order online for click & collect or home delivery. They've 300 stores across the UK with new deliveries every week, but branches can be hit and miss for big shoe sizes.
Dillard's, USA
US department store chain with a great range of fashionable & glam styles up to size 12 US, a smaller range in 13 US and a few 14 US women's shoes too. Most widths catered for too. They even have a wedding shoes section up to size 13. They also have Dillards Exclusive brands up to size 12 us that you won't find anywhere else. Free US shipping with minimum spend. Dillard's also have stores across the USA if you prefer to shop or return in person. They also ship to most countries worldwide via Borderfree with the option to see & pay the full amount including taxes & duties at checkout, so there are no extra charges to pay on delivery.
US chain Maurices have nearly 900 stores across US & Canada & also ship online to both. They have a nice range of cute shoes at affordable prices up to size 12 US. They mainly do casual shoes, boots and summer sandals. Free US shipping & flat rate to Canada. Store returns are free.
Inclusive high heels, wedding shoes, boots & dressy flats for women (up to size 13 us, 11 uk) and men (up to size 16 us). Medium, wide & extra wide widths available. Women larger than 13 us can get men's heels tailored for them. Shoes can be made to order: choose from 70 colors & 3 heel heights. Ships worldwide with free shipping & returns for US, Canada & Mexico. Sep 2024: select styles now stocked at Flying Solo in SoHo NYC. Her more affordable Viviano label is on Amazon (ships to USA only).
Glam heels & flat sandals with selected shoes available up to size 45. Affordable with an average price point around $80/£60. There's a size filter on mobile but not desktop, so here's a direct link to size 43s in stock. Ships worldwide from Nigeria or shop in-store at their boutique in Lekki, Lagos.
J.Crew, USA
Good quality mid range US brand with plenty of fashionable shoes, sneakers and boots in size 11 and 12 US and tall clothing too. Stores across the US. Get free US shipping by joining their free rewards program. Flat rate shipping to Canada with duty free shopping. Ships to 100 countries worldwide with all taxes and duties included at checkout.
Modern, eclectic mix of brogues, loafers & boots. All styles in size 11, and most come in size 12, but 12s seem to go fast. Large sizes run true to small, so half sizes should size up. Free US shipping & ships worldwide. Shop in-store in Chicago (flagship) and Atlanta (pop-up).
