Power Heels Without the Pain: Marion Parke’s Evelyn Bootie in Merlot Suede

The moment I saw the Evelyn Bootie in Merlot Suede from Marion Parke, I knew it was the kind of “quiet power” piece we love at FemFounder — polished, intentional, and built for women who actually move through big days. The silhouette is sleek and slightly architectural without trying too hard: a clean ankle bootie with a smooth side zipper, a modern square-ish toe, and a rounded block heel that feels elegant yet grounded and very comfortable.

What makes this boot truly stand out, though, is the woman behind it. Marion Parke is a podiatric surgeon turned luxury footwear designer, and that blend of expertise shows up in every detail. She created the brand because she was tired of seeing stylish women forced to choose between beauty and pain, and she engineered a solution that doesn’t look orthopedic in the slightest.

The Evelyn Bootie features the brand’s invisible insole, designed to support the natural curve of the foot and deliver real stability and comfort, the kind you feel immediately, especially if you’re on your feet all day, traveling, presenting, or running between meetings. The heel is a very wearable 2 inches (50mm), giving you lift without the wobble, and the suede in this rich merlot shade feels like a grown-up statement — festive for winter, but timeless enough to live in your closet year after year.

At $795, this is an investment bootie, but it’s the kind that earns its place fast: luxury craftsmanship, made in Brazil, and a level of comfort that makes you actually reach for heels again. Plus, it’s the boot you’ll have for a decade. For a female founder, executive, or anyone building a life where style and stamina both matter, the Evelyn is the perfect gift — a reminder that you don’t have to suffer to look powerful.