Wearing the right shoes or boots can transform thick lower legs. For a dressy look, open-toe sandals with chunky heels work best. The open toes visually elongate the ankles right down to the tips of the feet, making your legs appear thinner, while the wedge heels are heavy enough to balance wider legs. Avoid shoes with ankle straps or kitten heels. Classic pull-on boots that are tight around the ankle and end just under the knee are your best closed-toe bet. These boots cover the calves completely, making your legs look shapelier and less stocky. High ankle boots are another alternative, but avoid calf-length or ankle-length boots, which will bring attention to your problem areas