Cute but not for big feet :-( - Sorel Kinetic Lace Casual Boots - Women's

I've been looking at the Sorel Kinetic sneaker for over a year and finally bought a pair in black. I love that iconic Sorel sole and the stretchy upper fabric is really comfy. I ordered a size 12 that fit fairly well - a little room in the toes but an 11 may have been too small. For reference, I have worn an 11 in some Sorels (Cate the Great, Joan of Arctic Wedge II Buckle) and a 12 in others (Lolla Cutout Bootie). While they fit, the issue is the distance between the laces and the tip of the toes elongates the foot - probably totally cute in a smaller size shoe but definitely not kind to those of us with big feet. My feet looked gigantic in them so sadly, they are going back. :-(