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How to Measure Your Foot Complete the following steps:
1 Helpful tip: Measure your feet later in the day - feet tend to swell and will be slightly larger then.
2 Before measuring, wear the socks that you plan to use with the shoes.
3 Place one foot on top of a piece of paper on a solid floor or surface and trace the outline of your foot, making sure to point the pen or pencil straight down.
4 Using a ruler or measuring tape, find the longest part of your foot by measuring a straight line from the tip of your longest toe to the back of the heel. For the most accurate reading, use centimeters.
5 Repeat the process on your other foot and use the larger of the two measurements if necessary. You may also want to add 1 to 1.5 centimeters to account for comfortable movement inside the shoe.
6 Use the chart above to find your size. Please note that sizing may vary slightly depending on the style and/or design of the footwear.

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Waterproof Bloom Mukluk

4.9
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars
33 Reviews
$300.00 Final Sale
Waterproof
Temperature Rated
Glacier Grip Sole

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Color:  Black
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Description

The Bloom Collection designed by Ojibwe artist, Shannon Gustafson using real glass crystals. Her beadwork comes to life on our black suede hides with vibrant florals, berries and leaves. A limited edition design added to a small collection of our signature mitts, moccasins, and waterproof mukluks.

About the Art
"This design reminds me of resilience. Beadwork is therapeutic and our people have reconnected through creativity during these hard times. That is beautiful beadwork has been my medicine, helping me to live with an unspeakable loss. It has helped me to stand up, learning to walk in a new world."

Technical Specs

Materials: Cow Suede, Rabbit Fur, Beads
Shaft Lining: Fleece
Foot Lining: Sheepskin
Height: 12"
Shaft Circumference: 16"
Sole: Rubber Tipi Glacier Grip
Temperature Rating: up to -25F
(in active use)
Waterproof: Yes

About the Artist
Shannon Gustafson
Ojibwe, Whitesand First Nation

Shannon Gustafson (Ojibwe) is a member of Whitesand First Nation and a long term resident of Thunder Bay Ontario, She works as a full time artist and has experience in various artistic mediums such as beadwork, textiles, traditional clothing/regalia, woodworking and painting. She is well known for her floral beadwork which is inspired by the ancestors of her tribe.

As an Indigenous artist she is committed to cultural preservation through continual learning and sharing her gifts. She has received numerous Ontario Arts Council grants as well as a recipient of the Hnatyshyn Foundation Reveal Indigenous artist awards in 2017. In recent years, Shannon has been faced with some personal struggles and has found comfort and solace within her arts practice. She has learned to move forward and expresses much gratitude for the gifts she carries.

What is a Traditional Fit?

Some of our mukluks and natural-soled moccasins are not built on a traditional foot last (the solid form on which most shoes are molded), so there is no "left" or "right" foot. This method has been used on Indigenous footwear for thousands of years. It's completely natural for the shoes to feel slightly "off" or awkward when new, but over time the natural materials will form to your foot and allow you to have a completely custom fit.

Waterproof

Perfect for slush.

The AuthenTEC Waterproof System lets you take on winter in style with boots crafted with three layers of waterproof sealant, rich waterproof leather and suede and a full sheepskin footbed that keeps you dry and cozy all day.

Manitobah conducts rigorous waterproof and temperature testing using a minimum 50,000 flex standard.

Care Guide

Protection

Use a silicone-based leather/suede protector. Do not spray fur, as it contains natural protective oils. We offer a protecting spray as part of our recommended Care Kit.


To Clean


Leather can be cleaned using a gentle soap and soft brush. For salt, wipe down with a damp cloth. Even if they have been sprayed, salt is corrosive and can cause damage.


To Dry


Once wet, allow your footwear to dry naturally.


Wear


Never pull fur when putting on or removing boot, fur sheds over time and frequent friction will cause the fur to shed much faster. Cross laces over before tightening to avoid tearing leather eyeholes.


Storage


When ready to store them for the season you should clean them, allow them to dry and then pack them away in a sealed container away from heat, moisture and pets (a plastic storage tote works great.) You can also use a pool noodle or something similar in the shaft to keep them upright during storage.

Questions? We’re Here to Help!

Available Monday-Friday, 9:30am-6pm ET

Cultural Appreciation vs. Appropriation

We make our moccasins and mukluks for everyone. By purchasing from us, you are participating in cultural appreciation, not cultural appropriation. When you purchase from Manitobah, you are directly supporting Indigenous people and celebrating Indigenous culture in an authentic, meaningful way that supports us in our vision to create positive impact in Indigenous communities.

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  • PR
    Portia R.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Size Purchased Womens 8 / Mens 6
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    2 weeks ago
    Truly a feel good purchase

    These are probably the most comfortable and fashionable pair of shoes that I own. I’ve wanted a pair of these for about a year and I am so happy to have finally bit the bullet and bought me a pair. This brand is seriously addicting; not only are these boots beautiful, I feel joy in knowing my money is going to a company that cares about indigenous artisans.

  • ZI
    Zoey I.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Size Purchased Womens 10 / Mens 8
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    2 weeks ago
    10/10

    Super cozy and comfy! Been wanting a pair for almost 10 years and was definitely worth the wait.

  • LI
    Louise I.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Size Purchased Womens 8 / Mens 6
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    2 weeks ago
    Beautiful boots!

    I'm excited for my new boots! These are my third pair and I had to get the mittens too.

  • JK
    James K.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Size Purchased Womens 10.5 / Mens 8.5
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    10 months ago
    Awesome

    Fiancé said she loves her new boots just in time for our Alaska adventure

  • M
    Meredith
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Size Purchased Womens 8 / Mens 6
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    11 months ago
    Seriously the best boots I’ve purchased in years

    I love these! I have about 20 pairs of boots ( I may have a problem) and these are absolutely my favorite. They hug my feet and calves. Plenty of room to tuck in pants. I can’t wait to see how they fare in the snow!

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Frequently asked questions

Absolutely! We make our moccasins and mukluks for everyone. By purchasing from us, you are participating in cultural appreciation, not cultural appropriation. When you purchase from Manitobah, you are directly supporting Indigenous people and celebrating Indigenous culture in an authentic, meaningful way that helping us in our vision to create positive impact in Indigenous communities.

To make our brand more accessible, to support our social impact initiatives, and to allow us to compete with other global fashion brands, we produce our products in international ethical partner factories. Our factory partners that support our growing product line go through an in-depth 3rd party inspection and internal Social Compliance Audit. These high standards are continually monitored and respected. We are proud of our manufacturing policies and our ability to build capacity globally. We believe that our success as an Indigenous business has been due to our willingness to walk forward while honouring our past.

Manitobah Mukluks makes a variety of products that match Canada's diverse climates. We offer select styles of adult mukluks that are waterproof. Those styles are tagged online as waterproof and can be seen here.

Both styles of children's mukluks are waterproof. They have been treated with our AuthenTEC waterproofing system; treated hide and an internal flexible coating that is inspired by pine pitch and spruce gum. Manitobah conducts rigorous waterproof and temperature testing using a minimum 50,000 flex standard.

The rest of the adult mukluks are constructed with natural suede and leather which are not sealed and not considered waterproof. We recommend treating them with a leather/suede protector to help with water resistance and general protection. All of our MUKLUKS are insulated with sheepskin footbeds and most are constructed with untreated suede which is porous (and not considered waterproof). These natural materials need to breathe in order to be effective in extreme cold. Indigenous people have been surviving in the coldest climates for thousands of years using this very wisdom.

Protection: Use a silicone-based leather/suede protector. Do not spray fur, as it contains natural protective oils. We offer a protecting spray as part of our Care Kit here

To Clean: Leather can be cleaned using a gentle soap and soft brush. For salt, wipe down with a damp cloth. Even if they have been sprayed, salt is corrosive and can cause damage.

To Dry: Once wet, allow your footwear to dry naturally

Wear: Never pull fur when putting on or removing boot, fur sheds over time and frequent friction will cause the fur to shed much faster. Cross laces over before tightening to avoid tearing leather eyeholes

Storage: When ready to store them for the season you should clean them, allow them to dry and then pack them away in a sealed container away from heat, moisture and pets (a plastic storage tote works great.) You can also use a pool noodle or something similar in the shaft to keep them upright during storage.

Some of our mukluks and natural-soled moccasins are not built on a traditional foot last (the solid form on which most shoes are molded), so there is no "left" or "right" foot. This method has been used on Indigenous footwear for thousands of years. It's completely natural for the shoes to feel slightly "off" or awkward when new, but over time the natural materials will form to your foot and allow you to have a completely custom fit.

Our sheepskin-lined mukluks are considered one of the warmest winter boots for northern winters and are rated down to -32 degrees Celsius. Partnering with Vibram has also allowed us to design a sole that allows your foot to bend. Research indicates that flexible soles promote proper foot movement and blood circulation to your toes. This means that in cold dry weather, our mukluks will allow your feet to stay warmer than almost anything on the market.