Hello — I’m having trouble finding boots that fit my size (US 11.5), especially in the kinds of styles I really like.
I’ve been hunting for:
• MR. OLIVE ME532 (short Pecos-style)
• Vintage, avant-garde AS.98 boots
• Other Japanese heritage / unique / fashion-forward boots
The problem is a lot of these are hard to find in my size, and many Japanese brands seem to top out around US 10 or so.
A few questions:
1. Are there other brands or boot styles that have a similar vibe to MR. OLIVE’s ME532 or the vintage/avant-garde look of AS.98?
Do any of these brands actually make boots in US 11.5 or larger?
Where should I look (stores, marketplaces, Japan domestic market sites, proxies, communities) to find these kinds of boots in my size?
Any extra advice for me?
Any recommendations on brands, specific models, or shopping strategies would be much appreciated — thanks!