Old Gringo Women's Ellie Boot

This is my first pair of Old Gringos. I'm having trouble getting the right size. I started out with a 9 because most reviews said the boot fit true to size or slightly larger. I usually wear a 9-9.5. The 9 was too small so I exchanged for the 9.5. The 9.5 still feels a little too short so I'm exchanging for the 10. They will be here tomorrow. Amazon has been awesome about exchanging sizes for me. Also love, love, love Amazon Prime.As for the boots they are beautiful. They are a western boot but can easily be worn with anything. Love the 10in shaft. I wasn't sure at first if i would love the shorter boot but they show off my legs and calfs very nicely. I think its my new favorite length. The boots can be worn with shorts, skirts or pants. They are a very girly boot. The pink flowers add just the right amount of cute. If done right these boots can also look super sexy.*Update* So after a few exchanges I ended up keeping the 10.5 size. This is the first pair of boots that I've tried to buy after being prego and my feet have grown :(. I can still wear a 9 in sandals but with shoes and boots I have to get a 9.5-10 now. The 10s in these boots fit very well but my toes didn't have as much room as I would have liked so I got a 10.5. I debated over the 10 and 10.5 for a long time because the 10.5 are a bit wide and loose on my feel but they gave me the best toe room. In the end I kept the 10.5 and added insoles. The heel is wide but with the insole the boot fits really nice. The best part is that my toes have enough wiggle room and the padding on the ball of my foot makes these boots very comfortable. After having 3 kids my feet need some padding.

Because these were to be my second pair of Old Gringo (I currently own Old Gringo Sora in Red) and because the Sora's ran a bit small, I opted not to heed the advice of previous reviewers and instead ordered my usual size (9). However, I regret not ordering both sizes as is my usual M.O.The boots were delivered on a Saturday, less than 12 hours after the order was placed (LOVE Amazon Prime) but sadly, they're too big. I ordered the brass/yellow because I really liked the muted tones compared with the Sora's bold brightness (variety is the spice of life). Unfortunately, the yellow is out of stock in size 8.5, so I shall try the pink/brass instead, at an unhappy additional cost of $85. Nevertheless, $385 is still a good price for Old Gringo boots.Ladies, let me tell you, if you're on the fence about these boots, go for it. Not only are they gorgeous, they're extremely soft, supple and comfortable right out of the box, unlike the Sora's which are very stiff and require a very long break-in period, complete with blisters.Ellie's 10" shaft height and 13" opening is perfect for a variety of leg widths without being tight nor looking too large. The heel height provides the perfect amount of height boost and style while still being low enough to be super comfortable. I don't do heels, not well, anyway.Hopefully I will like the brass/pink combo as much as the brass/yellow. Update to follow.Cheers!

Love the boots..a little expensive, found them $150 bucks cheaper elsewhere..contacted the company and with "no wiggle room" i paid the extra, plus i didn't want to wait. Again, love the boots! They are comfortable right out of the box, added a little arch support and they feel like i've owned them forever..day 2 of receiving them btw.. The discription, sizing and reviews deserve a 5 star rating. Although i wear a an 8 to 8&1/2 shoe, i am glad i ordered a size 9B...i added an insert for extra arch support but mostly for the fact of raising the shaft of the boot off my ankle bone til the shaft gets a little more worn in, then i will be able to remove insert. Also with the snip toe boot style and my foot being a little wide at my toes, the extra 1/2" was a good call. i have been looking at this style Old Gringos for over a year now and i have no regrets getting them..a little scary ordering on-line without trying them on but very pleased with purchase. Company, J. Marcel, very prompt and helpful (except on pricing when brought to their attention) i will consider buying from them in the future.

Ellie is a breath of spring, with subtle embroidery in beautiful colors on a supple tan leather that will wear well. The fit is wide enough for a high instep and the arch is supportive. There is no padding, but therre may be enough room for a thin gekl pad. Unfortunately the toe box and leather sole curve forces my toes into a position that is uncomfortable. I have a broken toe that is not flexible - it cannot handle this curvature and flex. I must return these. The only down side of this purchase is the return shipping. I ordered the Ellie in 2 sizes hoping one would fit, but both have the same toe issue. In order to return the order, the boots must be sent insured - because they come in a very large boot box - be aware - the return shipping plus the requirement for insurance is very expensive.

What a nice surprise to find a beautiful pair of OG's for less than $400! They just arrived and are very lovely. The embroidery is a mix of "dusty" pinks and greens--soft pastels (vs. the sometimes neon embroidery you can find on OG's). I wear size 11 and have a high instep. This is my 3rd pair of OG, and these by far are the loosest of all my OG's. I have "Lattice" which is pretty tight and "Blue Sora" which is just right. But I can wear these with my regular tennis shoe socks...which is actually kind of nice. You won't be disappointed with these boots, they are a steal at this price!

The brass Ellie is so beautiful, and fits nicely. Initially concerned with the heel area inside the shoe rubbing on the side of my foot. After wearing the boot, they conformed to the size of my foot and feel wonderful. Also wear 9.5 and 10s in shoes and boots. Ordered the 9.5 and I am glad I did. I think the elongated toe on the 10 would have looked a bit large and the 9.5 fit well.Great price from Amazon plus return policy makes ordering worry free.Hope to own more Old Gringo's but it will be hard to find one that I like more than this boot!