Manitobah Mukluks

A beacon of success for Canada’s First Nations, Sean McCormick’s Manitobah Mukluks vaulted to international fame thanks to notables in the fashion and movie worlds wearing their boots. It was 2008 when the company rocketed to the top; since then they’ve only grown, with an international operation based on traditional Metis artisanship, including hand-beading, independent designer collaborations, and a sturdy construction inspired by old ways of waterproofing and craftsmanship. Their initiatives toward native Canadian education and other social programs are second to none. With soles reflecting traditional art and storytelling in boots like the Snowy Owl, it’s easy to see why these are the darling of winter boot shoppers everywhere.