Where to buy large size occasion shoes
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Read now →Women's shoe superstore for large sizes (standard and wide). Mainly sizes 9-12 uk (43-46 eu, 11-14 us) with summer sandals in size 47 eu and a small range of 42 & 42.5 shoes. 25+ European shoe brands including their own exclusive labels. Ships worldwide from Ireland with taxes paid for UK & US. Local return address for UK, US & Canada orders.
Zappos, USA
Massive selection of shoes with free shipping & returns. Plus their free VIP program gives you express shipping & loyalty points. Shoes up to size 16 US including wide shoes, with narrow shoes up to 13. Brands to suit all budgets including exclusive brands like Faryl which goes right up to 16 us. Ships to USA only.
Founded by Keji & Bisi, multi-brand store Gowa specialises in large size shoes. They host a selection of brands, offering a small but growing collection from Spanish brand Andres Machado, US indie brands Etta Grove & AJI and more. Ships to the UK & US.
DSW, USA
Designer Shoe Warehouse is a discount shoes & handbags chain with many stores across US & some in Canada too. Shoes available online up to size 13 US. Larger sizes may not be as common in store. Free US shipping, exchanges & store returns. Free VIP rewards program with perks.
Amazon.com
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. Plus you can even try before you buy.
British shoe brand designed exclusively for sizes 42-46 EU standard and wide fit, launched by Laura in 2020. Beautiful, flattering flats, heels & boots. Ships worldwide. New for 2024:ballet flats in size 47.
Simply Be, UK
Plus size clothing store with hundreds of size 9 uk shoes & a few size 10s. Mainly their own brand wide fit (E) and extra wide fit (EEE) shoes. They also have standard width size 9 shoes from other brands. Casual shoes & boots, slippers & dressy shoes including bridal. Ships to UK & Ireland with free returns.
UK brand specialising in luxury comfortable wide & extra wide shoes available up to size 44 EU or 9.5 uk, including bunion friendly styles. Good range of occasion shoes, including bridal. Smart flats and sandals also available. Their boots and dressy trainers go up to size 43 EU. Ships worldwide with free delivery and returns for UK and USA.
Premium leather shoes & boots made in Italy and designed for comfort. All styles to 11, with a limited range in sizes 12 & 13, including a few wide width styles. Free US shipping & returns.
Dolce Vita, USA
Founded in 2001, Dolce Vita do gorgeous dressy heels and flats (including wedding shoes), boots and fashion sneakers up to size 13 us, with select styles going up to 15 us. Wide width shoes & wide calf boots go up to size 11 w. Shop in-store in NYC, LA & Washington DC. Ships to USA only.
Margaux NY, USA
Modern beautiful shoes, sandals & boots in 3 widths (narrow, medium & wide) up to size 45 eu (14 us) including half sizes. Free US shipping & returns. Also ships to Canada, UK, Europe, Australia, New Zealand, Japan and Brazil with all taxes included at checkout. Made to order custom wedding shoes also available. Sep 2023: a customer told me they found Margaux shoes run small, so I'd book a free 15 minute fit advice call if you're unsure of your size.
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.
Fashionable quality leather shoes & boots (including some wide calf) with most styles available in size 12. You can also return or exchange items at DSW stores.
Sam Edelman, USA
US designer known for modern luxe footwear at reasonable prices. Smart fashionable boots, flats & dressy heels. All styles in size 11, with a good range in size 12. Limited range in sizes 11.5, 13 and 14. Shop in store in NYC, Paramus, New Jersey and Beverly Hills. Free US shipping & returns. They also ship worldwide using Borderfree, with all taxes and duties included at checkout.
Premium fashionable shoes, sandals, boots & sneakers with a good range of styles in size 42 (11 au) and a few size 43 flats (12 au). 25+ stores across Australia. Free exchanges & store returns or $10 postal returns for Australia. Ships worldwide.
Novo, Australia
On-trend shoes & boots at good prices with selected styles available in size 11 au/us. Free Australian shipping with $80 spend. Loyalty rewards programme & 25% student discount. 120 stores across Australia & New Zealand. Ships worldwide.