I'm only 5'3" but have huge calves (about 15.5). I ordered an XL but now I'm worried they'll be too long? Should I have gone down to Large?
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I would rather have the XL fit my calf and be a little long than it be too tight to work properly.
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My calves are 14.5 and I got the large and they fit me. I'm not sure how big the x-large get, but you may be right.
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Hi Karen, I went to the store and bought the first pair. They measured my legs and gave me one of about 5 sizes that these come in. I then went to amazon and bought two pair at almost half the price that I paid at the store. I have found these stockings to be comfortable and have noted that they do not roll down or crease much if at all. I think if you follow the sizing chart correctly you should be happy with them. I cannot say that my calves are unduly large, but I started wearing these after vericose vein surgery last year, I am still wearing them. Please feel free to contact me if I can be of any other help. Mark Hi Karen, I went to the store and bought the first pair. They measured my legs and gave me one of about 5 sizes that these come in. I then went to amazon and bought two pair at almost half the price that I paid at the store. I have found these stockings to be comfortable and have noted that they do not roll down or crease much if at all. I think if you follow the sizing chart correctly you should be happy with them. I cannot say that my calves are unduly large, but I started wearing these after vericose vein surgery last year, I am still wearing them. Please feel free to contact me if I can... » Read More Hi Karen, I went to the store and bought the first pair. They measured my legs and gave me one of about 5 sizes that these come in. I then went to amazon and bought two pair at almost half the price that I paid at the store. I have found these stockings to be comfortable and have noted that they do not roll down or crease much if at all. I think if you follow the sizing chart correctly you should be happy with them. I cannot say that my calves are unduly large, but I started wearing these after vericose vein surgery last year, I am still wearing them. Please feel free to contact me if I can be of any other help. Mark « Show Less
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If your legs are truly quite thick, you may want to try the Large. I found that the fit on the medium was tight (as it should be) even on my small calves. If your calves are larger, they'd be uncomfortably restrictive.
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I ordered an extra large (I'm a 14 in Australia) and the pants were MASSIVE!!! I had to return them. They are beautifully made and look great, but I would go with a small size. Hope this helps.
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I have a very large calf and I have a lot of room left that I could expand to. I weigh over 300 lbs. If you would like me to actual measure, please let me know and I will do so. I have a size 12 foot and the large fits fine for length as well.
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My calf size is 16.5 and the socks fit perfectly. I can insert the shinguards without a problem (this are ~ 3/4 thick shinguards). I hope this answers your concern.
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If you are a 32 length I would go for the long. You want extra to cover when wearing boots or to blouse them. I tried a standard Medium (no short or long) and they were short in length.
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I have pretty large calves and wear the IV size...they are going to and are supposed to be very snug fitting. I wear them for a couple days in a row so as to not wear out the tightness. I own 3 pair and wear them daily to my CrossFit workouts; wouldn't go without!
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I bought the "Long Large" because I am 6'3" and I have had problems in the past with things being to short. I would have been fine with the "Long" as these are almost too long. As far as the feet, I wear a 10.5 and there is all kinds of extra room. I would think the size would easily fit a 13.
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Linda, I found the chart to be accurate. I'm 5'9" and 195 and got the XL (largest size). I agree that large doesn't sound right to me, for you. Did you use a flexible measuring tape to measure your calf circumference? A piece of string will work.
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To determine my size (LG/XL) I assumed this type of support would be tight to provide proper support. I weigh 122 pounds - 5 feet 3 inches tall - so my legs are not very fat nor wide. This size is just right for me, more snug than loose. If you are close to my height/weight you might consider getting LG/XL. Anything smaller will be too tight for you. My circumference measurements around my leg are: 13 inches below the knee joint where the calf begins; 14.5 inches around the knee joint at the widest part; 15 inches above the knee joint where the thigh begins. Measurements taken standing up. If you measure much smaller or larger than me you need a different size from LG/XL. Hope this helps.Generosa Rader To determine my size (LG/XL) I assumed this type of support would be tight to provide proper support. I weigh 122 pounds - 5 feet 3 inches tall - so my legs are not very fat nor wide. This size is just right for me, more snug than loose. If you are close to my height/weight you might consider getting LG/XL. Anything smaller will be too tight for you. My circumference measurements around my leg are: 13 inches below the knee joint where the calf begins; 14.5 inches around the knee joint at the widest part; 15 inches above the knee joint where the thigh begins. Measurements taken standing up.... » Read More To determine my size (LG/XL) I assumed this type of support would be tight to provide proper support. I weigh 122 pounds - 5 feet 3 inches tall - so my legs are not very fat nor wide. This size is just right for me, more snug than loose. If you are close to my height/weight you might consider getting LG/XL. Anything smaller will be too tight for you. My circumference measurements around my leg are: 13 inches below the knee joint where the calf begins; 14.5 inches around the knee joint at the widest part; 15 inches above the knee joint where the thigh begins. Measurements taken standing up. If you measure much smaller or larger than me you need a different size from LG/XL. Hope this helps.Generosa Rader « Show Less
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It really depends on your weight and calf size. Seems like they run a bit small. Granted I have pretty big calves, but I wound up having to gimmick them to be able to take them on and off regularly. So just beware. They are nice, but just a little small.
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No! Stick with the medium....I sm 5'6" 155 and thick legs....looking at tbe medium just out of the package, I thought No way!!! Glad I stuck with the mediums - they are perfect!!!
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I'm 5'3 and got a regular medium and they were baggy where I could wear heavy stuff under and be baggy and comfortable. The length was a little long but perfect over ski boots. I'm 125 by the way
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I think it might depend on your calf size. Some people have bigger calves and going smaller may be more difficult putting on & removing the brace. However, over time the brace will loosen up. I know my has and I have to pull the strap more these days. My calves are a little smaller so I think, I could have went down another size. I will most likely purchase another one to see.
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I have smaller calves, 14", but there feels like there would be some room to expand. They'd be a tight fit, though.