18 French Brands With Beautiful Boots for Fall & Winter
After sharing some of the French shoe brands and new arrivals I’ve been loving for fall, I wanted to take a closer look at boots for the season.
I’ve personally been searching for a few new pairs to add to my own wardrobe, particularly a pair of cavalier boots and an everyday Chelsea boot with a lower heel to replace a pair I’ve had for years. I want something I can easily wear with denim, trousers and some of my favorite fall layers.
While looking, I came across so many beautiful French brands and styles that I wanted to bring everything together here. There is such a lovely mix this season, with options across different price points, materials and silhouettes, from timeless everyday pairs to styles that feel a little more elevated.
So for this edit, I’m sharing some of the French brands currently on my radar, along with the boots I’m personally loving from each one. Whether you’re searching for a new pair yourself or simply looking for a little fall and winter inspiration, I hope you discover a few new favorites along the way.
Now grab your café and let’s explore some of the French brands with beautiful boots I’m loving for fall and winter!
1. Bobbies
Bobbies was one of the first brands I looked at when I started searching for boots this season. I’ve known the Parisian label for some time, and I always like that their shoes feel classic and easy to wear, with thoughtful details in the shape, color and finish that give the designs plenty of personality.
Founded in 2010, Bobbies designs its collections in Paris before producing them in Portugal and Spain. The brand works closely with family-run workshops and also has its own traditional workshop in Portugal, with a real emphasis on craftsmanship and creating shoes designed to last.
There are so many good boots in the collection right now, and I especially like the variety. You’ll find simple everyday pairs alongside polished silhouettes and styles that feel a little more special, all with that relaxed Parisian feel the brand does so well.
Highlights: Paris-based footwear brand founded in 2010, with collections designed in France and crafted in Portugal and Spain through its own workshop and longtime family-run partners.
Best For: Everyday boots, refined leather styles, wearable heels and classic silhouettes with a little more personality.
2. Rivecour
Rivecour was another brand I kept coming back to while looking. I love the way familiar silhouettes are reworked through proportion, color and material, giving the shoes a very distinct identity.
Founded by Édouard Aubin, the French footwear brand is built around an idea of effortless elegance, with collections made in Portugal using traditional shoemaking techniques and materials like supple calfskin and suede goatskin.
The boots feel incredibly polished and easy to work into an everyday wardrobe. I can picture so many of them with denim and knitwear during the day, then styled with a skirt or tailored trousers for something a little more dressed up. I’ve also heard such good things about the quality and comfort, both from friends and from within the Maéva community, which has made me even more curious to try a pair myself.
Styles I’m Loving: Numero 421, Numero 832, Numero 525, Numero 406, Numero 707
Highlights: French footwear brand founded by Édouard Aubin, known for refined silhouettes, beautiful leathers, thoughtful proportions and shoes made in Portugal using traditional techniques.
Best For: Elegant everyday boots, refined leather and suede styles, classic silhouettes with a subtle twist and footwear that balances polish, comfort and ease.
Pied de Biche is such a good one to know if you are looking for beautifully made French footwear with a strong focus on craftsmanship and classic design. It was one of the brands that really stood out to me as I was looking across different styles and silhouettes.
Founded in 2015, the brand develops its collections in La Rochelle and works with workshops in the Porto region of Portugal. Pied de Biche is involved throughout the process, from selecting many of its leathers in northern Italy to prototyping, assembly and final quality control.
I like the way the brand approaches classic shapes through color, material and subtle design details. The boots feel incredibly wearable and considered, and there are plenty of styles that could easily become everyday wardrobe staples.
Highlights: French footwear brand founded in 2015, with collections developed in La Rochelle and crafted in Portugal using carefully selected European leathers.
Best For: Refined everyday boots, classic leather styles, timeless silhouettes and subtle color or material details.
4. Socque Paris
Socque Paris was probably one of my favorite discoveries while putting this edit together. I hadn’t spent much time looking at the brand before I started searching for boots, and the collection immediately caught my eye.
Founded by childhood friends Laure and Camille, Socque launched its first capsule collection in 2021 and has since developed a wardrobe of timeless shoes with a subtle bohemian influence. There is something slightly nostalgic about the shapes while still feeling incredibly current, which is exactly the kind of balance I tend to gravitate toward.
The craftsmanship is also such a big part of the story. Socque works with European tanneries and materials including calfskin, vegetable-tanned leather and suede, with each design developed over a long process before being hand-assembled in workshops near Porto.
And since I mentioned in the intro that I’m currently looking for a riding-style boot, the Dune High Black is definitely one of the pairs sitting high on my list right now. I love the clean shape, the height and the way it still feels refined enough to work with everything from denim and knitwear to skirts and coats.
Styles I’m Loving: Dune, Dune Brandy, Clyde, Dune Moka, Dust
Highlights: Independent Parisian footwear brand founded by childhood friends Laure and Camille, known for timeless design, subtle bohemian influences, carefully selected European leathers and handcrafted production in Portugal.
Best For: Refined leather and suede boots, slightly nostalgic silhouettes, elevated everyday footwear and styles with a relaxed Parisian feel.
Parallèle was another brand I came across while going down the French-boot rabbit hole, and the boot selection is so good. The shapes feel incredibly sleek and feminine, with elegant proportions that immediately caught my eye.
The house has roots dating back to 1964, when Marcel Faure began developing and producing women’s shoes in France. Parallèle later became known for its feminine, refined approach to footwear and, in 2000, introduced a stretch-leather boot that became one of the brand’s signatures.
Today, the collections are designed in Paris and crafted in Italy using carefully selected materials. I especially love the taller boots, which have such clean lines and a beautiful fit along the leg.
Styles I’m Loving: Colby, Melia, Elena Suede, Kira, Alva
Highlights: French footwear house with roots dating back to 1964, known for feminine design, its signature stretch-leather boots and collections designed in Paris and crafted in Italy.
Best For: Elegant tall boots, sleek ankle boots, refined leather styles and timeless silhouettes with a distinctly feminine feel.
6. Odaje
Odaje stood out to me for its more consciously minded approach to footwear and is such an interesting brand to explore if responsible production is something you value when shopping.
What I found especially interesting is how much thought the brand puts into its materials, production and even what happens to a pair of shoes at the end of its life. Formerly known as M.Moustache, Odaje became B Corp certified in 2024 and has developed a circular program that collects worn shoes and uses recycled material from them in future soles.
Its formal footwear is made in Europe, with ankle boots and other styles produced across specialist workshops in Portugal, Spain and Italy. The collection feels modern, practical and very easy to incorporate into an everyday wardrobe.
Highlights: French footwear brand with B Corp certification, a strong focus on circularity and responsible materials, and formal shoes crafted across specialist workshops in Europe.
Best For: Everyday ankle boots, more consciously made footwear, versatile leather styles and modern classics with an easy-to-wear feel.
7. Carel
Carel is one of those French shoe houses I always associate with really feminine, slightly retro footwear, and I knew I wanted to look at the boots once I started putting this edit together.
Founded in Paris in 1952 by Georges and Rosa Carel, the brand has long been known for creating shoes that balance elegance with comfort. Over the years, Carel became especially recognizable for its colorful, feminine silhouettes and lower “trotteur” heels designed to be worn throughout the day.
That playful spirit still comes through today. The shapes, heels and details give the collection such a recognizable identity, and I love the way even the more timeless styles still feel distinctly Carel.
Styles I’m Loving: Start, Starter Suede, Thalia, Lucia, Malaga
Highlights: Historic Parisian footwear house founded in 1952, known for feminine silhouettes, signature low heels, playful color and longstanding craftsmanship.
Best For: Elegant ankle boots, feminine leather styles, retro-inspired silhouettes and designs with a distinctly Parisian feel.
Souliers Martinez immediately stood out to me for the craftsmanship. If you want a boot that feels a little more special and design-led, this is such an interesting house to explore.
Founded in Paris in 2017 by Julien Martinez-Calmettes, the brand brings together contemporary design and traditional Mediterranean shoemaking techniques. Much of its identity comes from the Iberian Peninsula, with handwoven leather, knots, interlaced straps and textured constructions appearing throughout the collections.
Some of the boots are especially beautiful because the woven leather is worked by hand in southern Spain, creating a soft, fluid effect that naturally follows the leg. The lasts and heels are also developed specifically for the house, giving the collection such a distinctive sense of proportion.
Highlights: Parisian footwear house founded in 2017 by Julien Martinez-Calmettes, known for Mediterranean-inspired design, handwoven leather techniques and shoes crafted in specialist workshops across Spain and Portugal.
Best For: Refined leather boots, handwoven styles, distinctive textures, elegant silhouettes and footwear with a strong artisanal point of view.
9. MI/MAI
MI/MAI was another name that caught my eye during this search, especially because the brand puts so much emphasis on the way a shoe actually feels on the foot.
Founded in Paris in 2009, the footwear house builds each design around three ideas: craftsmanship, fit and comfort. The brand works with carefully selected Italian leathers and pays particular attention to proportion and cut so the shoes complement the silhouette beautifully.
That approach really appeals to me with boots because they are pieces we tend to wear for much longer stretches of the day. I really like that the shoes still feel feminine and polished, while comfort is clearly part of the way each style is designed.
Styles I’m Loving: Tamy, Noura Suede, Noura, Joan, Coco
Highlights: Parisian footwear house founded in 2009, known for carefully selected Italian leathers and a strong focus on craftsmanship, fit and all-day comfort.
Best For: Feminine boots, elegant everyday footwear, refined leather styles and shoes designed to balance polish with comfort.
10. Jonak
Jonak is one of the French footwear brands I already know and love personally. I bought a pair of their loafers in Paris several years ago, and they have held up incredibly well. They are still one of my go-to pairs, and the leather has stayed so soft and comfortable over time.
That experience is what made me curious to look more closely at their boots this season.
Founded in Paris in 1964, Jonak is still family-run today, with the third generation of the Nakam family continuing to shape the brand. Most of the collections are produced in Europe, particularly in Portugal, Italy and Spain.
There is also such a good range. You’ll find timeless everyday styles alongside more fashion-forward seasonal pieces, so it’s one of those brands where I can easily lose some time browsing because there is always something new that catches my eye.
Highlights: Family-run French footwear brand founded in Paris in 1964, with most styles produced in Portugal, Italy and Spain.
Best For: Everyday boots, polished leather styles, versatile silhouettes and a mix of timeless and more fashion-forward designs.
11. Nomasei
Nomasei was another brand I kept coming back to when I wanted something that felt a little more elevated and design-led.
Founded by Marine Braquet and Paule Tenaillon, who previously worked across houses including Dior, Chloé, Louis Vuitton and Givenchy, Nomasei was created around a thoughtful approach to luxury, with craftsmanship, comfort, transparency and longevity all built into the brand from the beginning.
The shoes are designed in Paris and produced in partnership with a family-run luxury footwear workshop in Montopoli, Tuscany. Paule also brings more than two decades of footwear design experience to the collections, which comes through in how carefully the proportions, fit and structure are considered.
I especially like how distinctive the shapes feel. The shoes have a clear point of view while still feeling incredibly wearable, with beautiful proportions and thoughtful construction throughout.
Styles I’m Loving: Aria, Twist, Lovesong, Twist Suede
Highlights: French footwear brand founded by Marine Braquet and Paule Tenaillon, bringing experience from leading luxury houses to shoes designed in Paris and crafted in Tuscany.
Best For: Refined boots with a strong design point of view, luxury craftsmanship, thoughtful comfort and timeless styles that still feel distinctive.
12. Rouje
Rouje is another French brand I already know and love personally. I own one of their dresses and have loved it for years, and I also use several products from Les Filles en Rouje as part of my everyday makeup routine.
Founded in 2016 by Jeanne Damas, Rouje grew from her fascination with the women around her and the kind of effortless Parisian style she had been observing since childhood. That feminine, slightly vintage sensibility still runs through the collections today.
But for me, it’s the Doria boots in burgundy.
I looked at them again the last time I was in Paris, and somehow another year has passed and I am still thinking about them. At this point, that probably says everything and may be a sign that they need to make their way into my wardrobe soon.
They have that slightly vintage, feminine shape that feels very Rouje, and I can already picture them with denim, skirts and so many of the pieces I wear most through fall and winter.
Styles I’m Loving: Doria, Doria Croco, Mayfair, Edwina
Highlights: Parisian fashion brand founded by Jeanne Damas in 2016, known for feminine, vintage-inspired pieces and a distinctly relaxed approach to Parisian style.
Best For: Feminine boots, vintage-inspired silhouettes, rich seasonal colors and footwear with a romantic Parisian feel.
13. Sézane
Sézane is another French brand I already know very well and have been wearing for years. You have probably seen me add several new knits to my wardrobe recently, but over time I have collected everything from shirts and dresses to outerwear and accessories.
Founded in Paris in 2013 by Morgane Sézalory, Sézane grew from Les Composantes, her earlier project centered around carefully selected vintage pieces. That same appreciation for timeless design still feels very present in the collections today.
This fall, though, it’s the boots that are tempting me.
The Garance boots in brown have been calling my name, and I also keep going back to the Bridget Knee Boots. Both have that balance I love between classic and slightly more distinctive, and I can already imagine styling them with denim, knitwear, skirts and coats throughout the season.
Styles I’m Loving: Garance, Theodora, Isabella, Leane, Bridget
Highlights: Parisian fashion house founded by Morgane Sézalory in 2013, known for timeless French wardrobe pieces, thoughtful design and an approach centered on making beautiful pieces feel accessible and wearable.
Best For: Refined everyday boots, feminine knee-high styles, polished leather footwear and easy-to-style designs that work naturally with a classic fall and winter wardrobe.
14. Repetto
If you love ballet flats, I’m sure you’re already familiar with Repetto.
When I was last in Paris, I went to look at the shoes in person, and I already know I’ll probably be adding a pair the next time I’m back home. I’m still debating between the Camille and Cendrillon, which is probably why I keep finding excuses to revisit the collection.
Founded in Paris in 1947 by Rose Repetto, the Maison grew directly out of the world of dance, and that sense of movement and delicacy still shapes the brand today.
Repetto’s craftsmanship is such an important part of the story too. The Maison has produced shoes at its historic workshop in Saint-Médard-d’Excideuil for more than 75 years, where artisans continue to use its signature stitch-and-return construction.
I hadn’t looked quite as closely at the boots before this season, and there are some really cute styles right now. I especially love the pairs with little bow details because they immediately feel like Repetto and bring that feminine signature beautifully into the boot collection.
Styles I’m Loving: Phoebe, Laurine, Anastase, Phoebe Heel
Highlights: Iconic French footwear Maison founded in 1947 by Rose Repetto, rooted in the world of dance and known for its signature stitch-and-return craftsmanship, softness and elegant silhouettes.
Best For: Feminine boots, delicate details, refined leather styles, ballet-inspired design and footwear with a distinctly elegant French feel.
15. Bocage
Bocage is another French footwear brand I first discovered years ago while I was back home in France. A few of my friends were telling me how much they loved their shoes, and since then I’ve stopped into the stores several times and always found a few styles that caught my eye.
Founded in 1966 in Maine-et-Loire, Bocage still develops its collections there today, with a focus on leather, comfort and shoes designed to last.
I also like how wearable the collection feels, with so many styles that would fit easily into an everyday wardrobe. They have some really cute handbags too, so it is one of those brands I tend to browse a little more broadly whenever I look at the shoes.
The boot selection is particularly good for everyday styles, with plenty of versatile shapes that would work beautifully with a fall and winter wardrobe.
Highlights: French footwear brand founded in Maine-et-Loire in 1966, known for leather craftsmanship, comfort, durability and versatile everyday design.
Best For: Everyday boots, polished leather styles, versatile silhouettes and French accessories that feel easy to wear.
16. Anne Thomas
Anne Thomas was another lovely discovery from this search and exactly the kind of smaller French footwear house I love coming across.
The story began with a jewelry line created by Anne Thomas in 2010 before expanding into footwear in 2013 with Stéphane Salimochi. Today, the house focuses entirely on shoes, with a thoughtful approach built around line, proportion and enduring design.
The shoes are made in small family-run workshops in the Aveiro region of Portugal using leathers sourced primarily from Italian tanneries. Production is intentionally kept small, and many signature styles continue from season to season.
There is a quiet elegance to the boots that I really love, with clean shapes and beautiful materials that make them feel like pieces you could keep in your wardrobe for years.
Styles I’m Loving: Penelope, Pavlova, Anita Suede, Nico, Anita
Highlights: Independent French footwear house focused on thoughtful design, small-scale production and shoes crafted in family-run workshops in Portugal using primarily Italian leathers.
Best For: Refined everyday boots, timeless silhouettes, beautifully made leather footwear and understated styles designed to last beyond a single season.
17. Sartore
If you’re specifically looking for beautiful tall boots, Sartore is one I would absolutely have on your radar. This was one of the brands that really stood out to me once I started looking beyond the more familiar French names.
The family story stretches back to the 1930s, beginning with a small shoe shop in Breil-sur-Roya before eventually evolving into the Sartore label in 1980 under sisters Catherine and Françoise Sartore.
Boots have become such an important part of the house’s identity over the years, from riding silhouettes to western-inspired styles and beautifully patinated leather. I especially love the balance between the slightly masculine influences and the elegance of the overall shape.
Since the late 1990s, Sartore shoes have been made in Italy in specialist workshops using carefully selected leathers. The finish has so much depth and character, and I can easily imagine these becoming the kind of boots that grow even more beautiful with wear.
Highlights: Multi-generational French footwear house with roots dating back to the 1930s, known for distinctive boots, beautifully worked leathers and Italian craftsmanship.
Best For: Riding boots, refined western-inspired styles, beautifully patinated leather, elegant tall boots and footwear with a slightly more characterful point of view.
18. Roger Vivier
And to finish the edit, I wanted to include one of the true investment-level names.
Roger Vivier is an iconic French footwear house, known for shoes that feel instantly recognizable and for bringing a beautifully luxurious perspective to this list.
One of the Maison’s most enduring signatures is the Belle Vivier and its square chrome buckle, a detail that has become so closely associated with the house that you can often recognize a Roger Vivier shoe immediately.
The boots carry that same sense of polish and identity. The silhouettes feel feminine and timeless, with beautiful finishes and signature details that make them feel incredibly special. If you are looking for something at the luxury end of the spectrum, Roger Vivier is such a beautiful house to explore.
Styles I’m Loving: Viv' Canard, Viv' in The City Boots, Polly Booties, Choc Booties, Belle Vivier Chelsea Boots
Highlights: Iconic French luxury footwear house known for refined Parisian design and the signature square buckle made famous by the Belle Vivier.
Best For: Investment boots, polished leather styles, elegant statement footwear and timeless silhouettes with instantly recognizable details.
Shop the Boots & Ankle Boots
Whether you’re looking for a sleek ankle boot, an everyday Chelsea style, a taller riding-inspired silhouette or something a little more polished, you’ll find all of the boots featured throughout this edit here and below.
I’ve included a mix of styles and price points from the French brands featured throughout this edit, along with a few additional French finds I’m loving, so you can easily browse everything in one place:
More Boots I’m Loving From Global Brands
And because there are far too many beautiful boots this season to stop with France, I also wanted to share a few additional styles from brands around the world that have been catching my eye. You’ll find a mix of classic leather and suede boots, lower everyday heels, taller silhouettes and a few more investment-level options here and below:
Tips for Shopping French & European Boots
When shopping French and European footwear online, there are a few sizing and fit details I always like to check before ordering:
Check the brand’s individual size guide: Most French and European brands use EU sizing, but the US conversion can vary slightly from one brand to another and some styles may fit differently depending on the shape of the shoe. I always check the brand’s own size chart, along with any fit notes listed on the individual style, before ordering.
Use your foot measurement when possible: If the brand provides measurements in centimeters, this can be much more helpful than relying on a US-to-EU conversion alone. Measure from the back of your heel to the end of your longest toe and compare that measurement directly with the brand’s size guide.
Pay attention to the shape of the boot: Pointed toes, narrower lasts and more structured leather can fit differently from softer or rounder styles, so I always check any fit notes provided on the individual product page.
Check the calf and shaft measurements for tall boots: This is especially important with knee-high and cavalier boots. Look for the shaft height and calf circumference when available, and compare them with a pair of boots you already own and like the fit of.
Keep socks in mind: If you plan on wearing thicker socks through fall and winter, you may want a little more room than you would in a loafer, ballet flat or sandal.
Take a quick look at delivery details before ordering: Most of the brands featured here ship internationally, but delivery timelines and policies can vary, so I always like to check the details directly on the brand’s site before placing an order.
Final Thoughts
What I especially loved while putting this together was seeing just how much variety there is across these French brands, from timeless everyday styles to beautifully made investment pieces that feel incredibly special.
My own search is still very much continuing, especially for the right pair of cavalier boots and an everyday Chelsea style. There are already a few from this edit that I keep coming back to, which probably says a lot.
A simple pair of jeans and a knit can feel completely different with the right boot, and I love how one small change can make an outfit feel more polished, a little more feminine or simply more interesting.
Hopefully you found a few new brands and styles to keep on your radar too!
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With Amour,
M.