Katie creator of the blog Skunkboy in her Minnetonka 3-Layer Fringe Boots

We love this cute and cheery winter look styled with a pair of Back Zipper Boots

A lovely boho chic look featuring Katie's Minnetonka must-have, a pair of Front Lace Knee Hi Boots

Blogger Spotlight:  Katie of Skunkboy

We are excited to spotlight the lovely Minnetonka style of Katie, the blogger behind Skunkboy, a personal style blog filled with crafty DIY projects and adorable fashion inspiration. Find out Katie’s Minnetonka story in our Q&A and see how she styled her Minnetonka boots this season, including the Front Lace Knee Hi Boot, 3-Layer Fringe Boot and Back Zipper Hardsole Boot.  Plus stop by Skunkboy this week and enter to win a pair of Front Lace Knee Hi boots to style this season!

What’s your Minnetonka story?
I’ve had a pair of Minnetonka mocs since I can remember.  My love for these shoes was passed down from my mother, and I have carried on this tradition with my own children.  Once (or twice) a year my girls and I all get matching shoes because… why not?

If you could explain your style in one word or phrase what would it be?
Candy coated

Whose style inspires you?
I’m inspired by so many people with so many different styles.  People who seem effortless and confident are always the most stylish in my book.

What’s your favorite trend this season?
There are so many lovely, sparkly, glittery things available!  I’m a sucker for any kind of glittery leggings or tights.

My Minnetonka must-have item is _________.
Front Lace Knee High Boots!  They are dreamy!

Kinsey of Sincerely, Kinsey in her Minnetonka must-have a pair of 5-Layer Fringe Boots

El Paso Moc style

Minnetonka El Paso Mocs

Lovely free-spirited style in a pair of Front Lace Knee Hi Boots

Minnetonka Front Lace Knee Hi Boots

Blogger Spotlight:  Kinsey of Sincerely, Kinsey

Meet Kinsey the blogger behind Sincerely, Kinsey one of our favorite blogs to visit for DIY and style inspiration.  Find out what inspires Kinsey’s style in our Q&A and check out how she styled a few of her favorite Minnetonka products including the Front Lace Knee Hi Boot, El Paso Mocs and 5-Layer Fringe Boot.  Stop by Sincerely, Kinsey this week and enter to win a pair of Minnetonka boots or mocs! 

What’s your Minnetonka story?
I remember when I first saw Minnetonka boots in the mall when I was in high school and instantly fell in love with the colors, feel, and quality. From then on out, I’ve been obsessing over every pair of Minnetonka boots ever since!

If you could explain your style in one word or phrase what would it be?
free-spirited + bohemian.

Whose style inspires you? Where do you find your inspiration?
I think my greatest source of inspiration are those who aren’t afraid to be themselves. Even if it’s not my style, I’m always encouraged and inspired by people who aren’t afraid to be and express who they really are through fashion.

What’s your favorite trend this season?
I’m currently loving maxi skirts, studded denim, and all things gold. During the really cold days I’ve been wearing lots of bulky sweaters, tights, and ankle boots.

My Minnetonka must-have item is _________.
My  Minnetonka must have item is a pair of 5-layer fringe boots! They are just too beautiful to pass up.

Madeline striking a pose in her hot pink 3-layer fringe boots!

Pretty in pink! Elizabeth in her pink Cassie slippers

Dylan looking dapper in his pair of boy's mocs

Mia adorably styled her pair of 3-layer fringe boots with hot pink tights!

Blogger Spotlight:  The Little Style File

We always enjoy visiting The Little Style File, for creative style and gift ideas for the whole family! Created by Moms, Betsy and Kristin, The Little Style File is a fun lifestyle blog providing stylish inspiration and ideas to both moms and their kids. Check out how Betsy and Kristin styled their little ones in a few of their favorite classic Minnetonka products including the 3-layer fringe boot, Cassie slipper and boy’s moc!

And stop by The Little Style File and enter to win a pair of girl’s 3-layer fringe boots! 

What’s your Minnetonka story?
Kristin, mom to Elizabeth and Madeline, received her first pair of Minnetonka mocs in 1982 at the age of 2 while visiting her grandparents in Arizona. Those pink Thunderbirds were her absolute favorite shoes and were replaced yearly throughout her childhood.  When Kristin brought Elizabeth to visit Arizona for the first time at six months old, Kristin couldn’t resist a pair of size 2 pink fringe Minnetonka booties.  The love affair grew another generation!

Now Kristin’s daughters request Minnetonka boots with fringe every season!

Whose style inspires you? Where do you find your inspiration?
Style inspiration is everywhere.  The girls want to dress fun and playful and that attitude can rub off on us.  Betsy and Kristin are known to wear colored jeans, bold jewelry and try out the latest trends.

What are a few of your family’s favorite winter activities to do together?
In the Midwest, we love dressing the kids up warm to play in the cold.  Ice skating, sledding and just playing in the snow are a few of our favorites followed by warming up by the fire with a cup of hot cocoa.

Our Minnetonka must-have items are:
Our families’ Minnetonka must-have items are women’s grey Kilty mocs, 3-layer fringe boots for the girls in every color, along with classic mocs and the double bottom fleece slippers with buffalo check for the Dads!

Dana of Wonder Forest in her Minnetonka High Mukluks

An adorable cool weather look styled with a pair of Double Fringe Side Zip Boots

Ski lodge inspired, featuring a pair of Side Button Classic Pug Boots

Blogger Spotlight:  Dana of Wonder Forest

Meet Dana the blogger behind one of our favorite style blogs Wonder Forest.  We adore how Dana styled a few of her favorite Minnetonka products including the Side Button Classic Pug Boot, Mukluk High Boots and Double Fringe Side Zip Boots. Stop by Wonder Forest this week to enter to win your choice of one of these three styles!

What’s your Minnetonka story?
I first laid eyes on Minnetonka when I was a young teenager. I was thrift
store shopping with some friends and upon the shelves sat a pair of white
Thunderbirds. I immediately fell in love with the boho-esque features and
knew I needed a pair of my own (in the proper size!). As soon as I got home
I went online and ordered my very own pair.

If you could explain your style in one word or phrase what would it be?
That’s a tough one because I mix and match so many different styles. If I
had to, I’d simply say free-spirited…. and comfortable! Always
comfortable!

Whose style inspires you? Where do you find your inspiration?
I don’t have a particular style muse, but I do love to browse through Free
People catalogues for fresh new styling ideas that are totally
right up my alley.

What’s your favorite trend this season?
Lately I’m obsessed with long knit Nordic sweaters and leggings. When paired
together I just think that they totally encompass what winter life is like
up here in the woods! Very ski lodge inspired I suppose!

What song do you currently have on repeat?
Mumford & Sons – Whispers in the Dark

What’s your favorite city and why?
I’m actually a downright country girl! I am not a huge fan of cities as I
find them a bit too claustrophobic and busy. I love towns like Muskoka here
in Ontario… Anywhere that really showcases nature’s beauty is where you’ll
find me!

My Minnetonka must-have item is __________.
I am in love with the Hi Top Back Zip Boots, but Thunderbirds are a classic
and you can never have too many!

Grace of Camp Patton in her Minnetonka Sheepskin Side Zip Fringe Boots

Grace's adorable Mini-tonka fans Sebastian and Julia

A perfect fall look styled with a pair of Classic Driving Mocs

Warmth & style, fall essentials accessorized with a pop of color and Grace's Minnetonka must-have, a pair of Suede Ankle Boots

Blogger Spotlight:  Grace of Camp Patton

Meet Grace, the extremely stylish, witty and busy mother of two adorable kids, with a third on the way, and blogger behind Camp Patton.  We love how Grace styled her Minnetonka must-have items for fall including the Classic Driving Moc, Sheepskin Side Zip Fringe Boot and Suede Ankle Boot.

Check out Grace’s Minnetonka style and story in our Q&A, and stop by Camp Patton this week and enter to win a pair of Minnetonka mocs to style this season.

What’s your Minnetonka story?
I recently bought a pair of moccasins for my 2-year-old daughter, Julia, because I was having trouble finding her cold weather shoes that actually stayed on her feet and didn’t require an army of patience to put on a squirmy toddler. I love them because she has a bad habit of taking off her shoes in public and she has yet to do so with her Minnetonka boots which my posterity greatly appreciates. My stylish grandma recently added a pink pair to her collection and bought Julia’s little brother, Sebastian, a pair of his very own.

If you could explain your style in one word or phrase what would it be?
Functional meets try-not-to-look-like-I’m-trying-too-hard. I would love to have the excuse to go all out and rock the latest trends but the reality is that most of my outings are to glamorous places like Costco and Target.

Whose style inspires you? Where do you find your inspiration?
I am such a sucker for fashion and style blogs and love the outfits Kendi, Bex, and Megan wear on their blogs. If I could raid anyone’s closet it would be probably the Olsen twins … two for one.

What’s your favorite trend this season?
How cliche do ankle boots and patterned denim sound? Because I love the look of both.

What song do you currently have on repeat?
I’m always years behind the curve but I’ve been loving Lana Del Ray even though she’s a little depressing … she gets me through my little teeny tiny jogs.

What’s your favorite city and why?
Not that I frequent this place a lot but I love Rome (as in Italy). How is it not everyone’s favorite place? I don’t know.

My Minnetonka must-have item is _____________.
This is tough because I LIVE in my Sheepskin Side Zip Fringe Boots (warmest shoes ever) but I truly love my Suede Ankle Boots because they are insanely comfortable, go with just about everything in my closet, and can be dressed up for a trip to Target or, you know, dressed down for a trip to Target.