Where to buy wide Size 16+ us 14+ uk, 49+ women's shoes
The Amazon Essentials brand does fashionable styles at great prices up to size 15 US and they've a good range up to size 12/13 us including Sam Edelman, Naturalizer and Journee. For sizes 13-16 us, they tend to be either Chinese brands or unisex. If you have Amazon Prime, many shoes have free, fast shipping.
Converse
Iconic Converse sneakers come in all sorts of styles these days - platforms, prints, lace, even ballet flats. All women's styles come in 11 us (42.5, 9 uk) & the classic unisex high tops go right up to 19 us women's or 54 eu. Selected styles come in medium and wide width and have comfort insoles. Even better you can now design your own custom converse up to size 15-18 us (48-53 eu) & still get 30 day returns. Check out the special wedding sneakers and custom glitter converse - OMG! Converse ship worldwide with taxes included & free returns for most countries. TIP: Converse advise to go half a size down from your usual sneaker size for most styles.
Birkenstock
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!).
Mohop, USA
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
Specialist large size shoe store in Quebec also selling online to Canada ($10 flat rate shipping) with a wide range of women's shoes in sizes 10 to 15 US, with selected fantasy styles up to size 17 US. Large selection of brands and styles. They even do rain boots, slippers and socks. They are happy to advise on the right size for each style if you send them your foot measurements before ordering or during checkout. You can also visit their shop in Rue St-Hubert, Montreal. Website is in french.
All sizes and widths catered for up to size 16 AU or 47 EU. Wide selection of brands and styles available, including their own Jacob+Therese label. Free Australian shipping over $100 spend & they ship worldwide with flat shipping rates for New Zealand and the rest of the world. Launched in 2008 & under new ownership & online only from April 2025.
Podiatrist approved outdoor strap sandals for walking, hikes & the beach built to last with a fully adjustable strap for a good fit. Women's styles go up to size 12 us with some wide options. But since their men's sandals go up to 15 us and they offer customization, you can order custom sandals up to women's 16 approx in all sorts of pretty color combos (or even upload your own strap pattern!). Ships to USA only with free returns. But note that custom sandals are final sale with no returns possible.
Set up in 2019 by former pro dancers in Ukraine, Harlem Shoes do beautiful shoes made to order in Turkey up to size 49 eu in 4 widths (narrow to extra wide). Specialists in retro swing style dancing shoes, the shoes can also be worn outside (they recommend the synthetic sole option for this) and can be customised for weddings etc. Wide range of styles including Mary Jane flats, t-bar shoes, sandals, brogues & barefoot shoes. If shoes are not in stock, they need to be made to order which takes 2-3 months. They also have an Etsy store with rave reviews.
Launched in Summer 2024: New brand especially for big feet founded by Sierra who was size 13 by age 14. Fashionable and affordable flat sandals, heels and boots, including a few wide widths. Ships to USA & Canada.
Custom wooden clog sandals & shoes at extremely affordable prices - £70/$90 approx including worldwide shipping from Cameroon. Ready to wear styles available or have a pair made to order for your foot measurements. 4 widths (narrow to extra wide) with heel heights from 4-14 cm (1.6-5.5 inches). The site is a bit confusing but they also have an Etsy store with lots of real reviews & photos. Shoes are a bit more expensive from Etsy than direct.
Gender inclusive brand with gorgeous eye-catching heels & chunky boots up to women's 16 us, men's 14 or 47 eu. Ships to USA, Canada, UK & Bermuda.
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).
Completely customizable clogs with a medium or high heel up to size 43 eu (12.5-13 us women) or with a low heel up to 50 eu (17 us men, 19-20 us women, 12.75 inches). Modern lightweight or traditional Swedish clog bases available for all widths. Ppen toe, closed back & boot clog styles. Free leather swatches to choose your color. Mail them your measurements using their Find My Size form to create your get your own custom made clogs. Clogs made in the USA using US leather & bases from Sweden and Austria. They also do premium shearling slippers - the women's go up to size 12 with the men's version up to 13 (women's 15 approx). Women owned since 1975. Ships to USA only.
Gowa (UK, USA)
Founded by Keji & Bisi in the UK, multi-brand platform Gowa specialises in large size shoes from a selection of international brands including Andres Machado (Spain), AJI (USA), Tresolz (Canada) and more. Ships to the UK & US directly from each shoe brand.
6pm, USA
6pm is the discount division of US giant Zappos. They offer 30-70% off many shoe brands with some styles available up to 16 US, occasionally even larger. Most inventory is made up of closeouts or end of line styles. So quantities are limited & items are not usually restocked. Ships to USA only.
Barefoot zero drop leather shoes handmade in Turkey at affordable prices, including ballet flats, loafers, laced shoes, sandals and slippers. Women's up to size 45 eu (14 us), but the wider men's go right up to 50 eu (women's 18 us approx) in plenty of colours (including pink!). For extra wide feet, contact them for a special fitting template. Buy direct with free shipping to USA, UK & Europe or via their Etsy store with added buyer protection, where they're star sellers with lots of reviews. Note there's no refunds on Etsy or if you use discount codes, but they do offer exchanges or store credit. You can return shoes to USA, UK and EU addresses to save on postage.