Customer Reviews FORTRESS OF INCA Elise Bootie

I LOVE these boots. The leather is crazy soft, and they are even nicer in person. I can't say enough about them. I am a 6.5, and always get a 37 in Euro sizing. The 37 was definitely too big in these--with my foot slipping in the back quite a bit. I got a 36 before I returned the 37s just to make sure, and the 36 fits perfect. Given the leather, it's going to stretch a bit I am sure, so if you're between sizes, consider ordering down.

Funny how many reviews for this bootie coo about how soft the leather is when actually, it is not. Funny too, how many reviews say it runs large, when it does not. It's a solid bootie with a nice style to it. But for almost 300 bucks, I expect the leather to be butter soft not moderate soft. Overall, its a nice but not great bootie.

I got the 39/9M which was perfect. I usually wear an 8.5 and have a slightly wider toe box. These felt roomy enough and are seriously great quality. Sadly, there seemed to be a defect in one of the shoes I received - it felt like one of the staples in the footbed area wasn’t hammered down enough and I could feel it under the padding. I’ll try another pair and see if that does the trick.

I walked all over Paris in these, and I have wideish feet and high arches and they were super comfortable and stylish. I’ll be ordering more from this sustainable line!

These boots are beautiful. The wood heel is the perfect finish and height. I love the style but was bummed the sides didn't cover even a low cut sock. I'll be sending them back. But for that, they were exactly what I was looking for.

Such a lovely boot! I am returning because the fit isn't quite right--the toe is a little too narrow for me, and my heel slides forward to compress my foot into the toe box. I also live in a a more rainy area, so the leather sole probably wouldn't do so well. I am sad to be returning such a beautiful, well-made shoe!

I really wanted to like these booties. The leather is so beautiful and soft, and the cutout design on the side is cute and trendy for fall. My feet are slightly wide and my toes were not pinched in these booties. However, the back and sides of the shoe is somehow looser than the rest, and the shoe started to make an audible squishing sound with every step I took because of the air that would get into the shoe each time I lifted my feet. Sadly had to return these.

The materials used to make this boot are superior and wonderful in every way except for one. I tried using socks and no socks with the same result. The insole is padded and feels wonderful on your feet except with that super soft padding every step you take elicits a sound. It sounds like you are passing gas, it would be loud enough to turn heads and make people laugh. A few other reviews mentioned that the shoes made noise. Unfortunately this is true. To say that I am disappointed is an understatement because I love everything about the shoe. It will be going back.

Very comfortable and stylish bootie. Wore all day the first day I got them and my feet felt great!

A wonderful little shoe and an absolutely great company. Great to know Zappos is doing business with this kind of quality!! Highest thumbs up!

They are advertised as US size 11, but they are definitely running small. I think the shoes are closer to a 10 or even 9.5, since the fit is narrow. The shoes are beautifully made and I wish they had fit. I would recommend to size up.

Boots are great. Comfortable height, great style & true to Frye size. Rubs a tiny bit on my ankle bone

I normally wear an 8.5 so I ordered an 8 and a 9 - the 8 fit perfectly

These shoes are amazing! Very comfortable- you won’t regret these sustainably, ethically made shoes!

I get so many complements when I wear these shoes to work or out! I love the height, and the boot materials are high quality - it's awesome that they're hand made and sustainable but still affordable. The leather is thick and soft, and the stitching adds the perfect amount of detail. Such a cute and classic design, they look awesome with jeans or more dressy outfits too. I've worn them a lot and haven't noticed any scuffing or wear - these really hold up.

Super comfortable and easy to take on and off. Love the soft leather and the heel height is just right.

First, let me just say that these are beautiful boots! I am typically a 6.5-7, so I ordered the 37s. They slipped up in the heel. Additionally, the sides rubbed on my ankle bones, which is why I will sadly be returning these. Lastly, I must note that the bottoms are very slippery (zero texture/traction), making them a bit difficult to walk in.

A shoe can be beautiful, but if it hurts it does not work.

Felt small. Was really disappointed had to return.