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Elise Ankle Boot Caramel Crust

A comfortable, low boot with a stacked wood heel.

Regular price $340

Total pairs made this season: 12

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Crafted by hand in Peru

LWG certified + traceable leather

Free shipping on orders of $250+

Leather is a natural material and will last for many years with proper care. It is normal for leather shoes to be snug at first, as the leather will give over time.

  • Crust leather upper
  • Vegetable-tanned kidskin lining
  • Cow leather sole

Heel height: 45 mm

This style fits true to size. If you are a half size, we recommend sizing up. Narrow feet may want to consider sizing down.

Shipping within the US is free on orders of $250 or more. We offer free domestic exchanges of unworn and unused merchandise within 14 days of delivery. Read Full policy



The shoemakers

Pedro & Marta

An atelier run by a husband and wife team that makes some of our most popular styles.


Customers rave about these ankle boots as "comfortable from day one" and "soooo beautiful." The design and crafting are well-executed with a glove-like fit. However, the toe box runs narrow and tight. Shoppers appreciate the versatility for casual or dressy wear, and the company's responsive customer service.

  • 5 stars: 148 (89%)
  • 4 stars: 15 (9%)
  • 3 stars: 2 (1%)
  • 2 stars: 0 (0%)
  • 1 star: 2 (1%)
Some of the reviews shown are from related products the merchant grouped with this one.
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Susan N.

I love your shoes! I bought the Ava clog a couple of years ago and they are my favorite, most comfortable go to. I got the Elise Ankle boot for a lower profile. My foot glides in like a glove. You can tell that the design and crafting is well done. I bought the 39 in both styles, but the boot has a narrow toe box. It's tight, but I loved it too much to return. I prefer a snug fit, I think the leather will stretch and it will complete the glove fit:) Thank you for creating superior products!!

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Laura B.

Elise

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Alicia L.

My newest favorite pair from Fortress! Dress them up or wear them casual...so comfortable from day one. Would also like to note that the company stands behind their products-very responsive to any questions or concerns I've had over the years. I'm a customer for LIFE!

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Tylee H.

Elise Ankle Boot Caramel Crust

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ernette e.

These are great shoes - comfy and soooo beautiful! I have both colors!

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Amy M.

Nothing better! These have flair, comfort, and high quality. They are easy to put on, yet make you look put together. Leather is soft, and higher quality than generally available these days. All that and a laudable company mission. Can't be beat.

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ernette e.

Love them! Got both colors! They are beautiful and very comfortable!

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Anonymous
Comfortable wear all day booties.

I love these booties. The leather is supple and they are made well. I get compliments all the time .

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Marissa
Received used boots

I received my order today and the boots have a scuff on one of them and the soles are scratched and worn. It’s apparent I was sent someone’s used return. At this price point it’s unacceptable. I hope to hear back from customer service soon. I had considered exchanging when I saw just the scratch but later when I went to pack them up I saw the bottoms and was shocked.

Hi Marissa,We replied to your email, and we will note that while the mark on the upper looks like a scuff, the shoes are unworn and new. Once you hand off the return to the carrier, let us know and we'll go ahead and ship out your replacement, rather than waiting for the return to arrive!

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Nanette S.
Love!

These are so soft, comfortable, and stylish! Fortress has become one of my favorite “go to” shoe brands that consistently provide me with comfortable AND cute shoes, both of which don’t typically come in one package! Love these shoes so much!

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Anonymous
Best boots ever

This is my second pair of Elise boots and they are always my go to with jeans, dresses, casual, & work. So comfortable from the get go.

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Charmaine R.
Comfort, style, and quality trifecta

Truly checks all the boxes. Classic style, comfortable without a break-in period, and high quality that looks like this boot is well-made to stand the test of time.

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Anonymous
Gorgeous lines

This is a gorgeous shoe, but fits a little bigger than the Charlie, and my heel slips a little when walking.

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Matthew E.
Ran big but very comfortable

I was surprised that these were so comfortable but definitely feel that they ran at least .5 to a full size too big. I was walking out of them and unfortunately it’s not a shoe that can be worn with socks.

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Anonymous
Classy and comfortable from day 1

I was a bit concerned the heel was too loose as the rest of the shoe fits more closely. But it works great for the slip-on style with socks. I walked about two miles in them the first day and they were so comfortable! Beautiful craftsmanship and I appreciate supporting such talented artisans.

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Grace M.
Perfect shoes.

Fortress delivered again. These shoes are perfect!

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Anonymous
Cute and Comfy

I ordered Elise in Stone, and it was very comfortable right out of the box, with just the right heel height for me. The shoes are beautifully made. Thank you!

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Joanna B.
Beautiful Shoes

This was my first order from Fortress and the shoes are lovely! Really well made and very stylish. Will not be my last purchase from here!

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Anonymous
Beautiful Shoe!

I absolutely love my boots, quality & comfort.

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Anonymous
beautiful

The bootie looks just as pictured. I took the sizing quiz and it suggested 39. I have wide feet and I sometimes have to size up for that. The 39 fit perfectly without socks, which works for the weather right now. I imagine they will stretch a little over time. They are very comfortable and they are beautiful.

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Anne H.
Beautiful shoes!!

Gorgeous, high quality, probably really comfortable if I had the correct size. I went with the size recommendation instead of my typical size and they were too small. I absolutely would have exchanged for a larger size but they are now sold out. Stick to your gut on sizing and I am sure you’ll be happy.

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Anonymous
Elegant and well made shoe

I’m impressed so far with the quality of the leather and heel construction. The shoes look great and are very comfortable walking around. I have worn them only one day so far, so will update my opinion depending on how well they hold up after traveling more miles.

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Anonymous
Buttery Soft

Where have these been all my life! Incredibly cute and so very comfortable, too. My feet slip right in (size 36). I need them in all colors!

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Anonymous
Well made booties!

These are investment shoes, but worthy. Outstanding craftsmanship.

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Emma H.
An amazing, amazing shoe!

So comfortable and so stylish! I was a little worried about wearing a heel all day, but my foot feels like it's walking on clouds. It also goes with everything - leggings, boot-cut jeans, dresses, and skirts. I want to buy all of their shoes!!

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Anonymous
Super Cute!

I was deciding between this bootie and the platform clog, and thought this bootie was super cute and versatile. It is narrow in the toe, but comfortable for my feet. I love the black with the wooden heel.

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Jennifer T.
I love these shoes

I get so many compliments and they are so comfortable!

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Anonymous
Too comfortable to be this cute!

I love these booties, and all of my Fortress shoes!! I have a difficult time finding shoes that are comfortable, but these are beautifully made, high quality and so comfy!!

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Grace C.
They look even better than the photos

I ended up needing to exchange for a smaller size, but wow, these shoes are gorgeous. And the footbed is as comfortable as advertised. Can't wait to walk around the city with these pretty booties.

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Anonymous
Elsie

Cute but ran big

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Anonymous
Perfect daily shoe

Love these! Perfectly comfortable from day 1!

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Anonymous
Quality, comfy booties

Great for spring/summer. Super soft leather gets better over time. Much better version of the low shaft bootie than Nisolos