I just received these yesterday and they are a tight fit around the calf area and I've never really had that problem with boots. I own a different pair of Miz Mooz (Women's Kent Knee-High Boot) and I looooveeee those boots which is why I wanted another pair of Miz Mooz boots. I don't remember having this problem with the Kent boot so I am hoping they will stretch out with time! Or else it will be a big disappointment. I will update in a few weeks after wearing them more.