I'm a heavy woman, so when my doctor recommended special socks to aid circulation in my legs, I was in a quandry trying to order expensive socks that may not fit around my calf (I've always had trouble buying knee high boots).  I have bought numerous pairs, different brands, and all have fit over my large calf.  Some have larger feet than I do, but that isn't a problem, as the feet are in shoes.  When I saw these socks for around $13, I decided to try them and ordered them in the same size I'd ordered about 8 previous pairs.  I was pleased with the texture and excited that they would look like quality stockings.  When I wore them, however, they creeped down to the calf, not staying up like the others, and they had wrinkles in the ankle area, constricting the ankle in selective spots.  In short, although they are size large, which I've had success with before, these are obviously too small for me.  I just ordered two more of the $20 socks since I won't be wearing these cheaper ones unless I drastically lose weight.  Disappointing.  I'd hoped to have found a less expensive option.