Customer Reviews Columbia Minx Shorty III

I wear 6.5-7 shoes and got a size 7 in these. I’d say the heel cup is a little wider than I expected and the area around my big toe joint is a little narrower than I expected, but overall they fit nicely and are very warm. I like that they’re lightweight but still have a lot of traction for ice/snow. I also recently had ankle surgery so one ankle is slightly larger than the other, and because these boots are fabric and lace-up, they fit both my ankles well. Very pleased with these boots!

I tried these and the Santa Fe, and honestly could not figure out any differences between these two models, except for the colors. I ordered the white for these and the red Santa Fe. To me they both have better support than the Camo or Shorty Onmi Heat, as they go a little higher on the ankle. the non-fabric part is very thin/low compared to the shorter versions (Camo, OH), I am not sure that would make a difference in very wet situations (like stepping on a shallow puddle. they are supposed to be waterproof all around, so maybe the tougher material doesn't have much function except to protect your toes (which it doesn't do much on the top). These are super comfy shoes, and I am still undecided if they are the right match for hiking in Iceland in March, but for now they are at the top of my list and I won't return until/unless I find a better Zappos option by then (they have the most cheerful costumer service ever, you want to be in a good mood, feel that there are still nice people in the world, call them... I just won't buy from anyone else!).

After reading reviews, I ordered a 7.5 which is a half size up from what I typically order. The 7.5 was perfect. These boots are adorable, comfy, and seem to be warm. I have not worn them in winter conditions yet but they are really well lined. I have chronic foot problems and can tell right away if a shoe will be a problem for me; these are perfect for my feet and very stylish looking. Love!

Desperately needed a low profile warm boot for walking and snowshoeing- only worn inside so far / but very comfy. I am a hard shoe critic so these are really great. Shoe size is 9.5, bought a 10 for room for good socks. Hope this helps!

Sorry to say I was disappointed in these, way too small and quite narrow. I normally wear a 9 in everything with enough room for warm socks! I will return and order something else.

These boots were exactly what I was looking for: they are super lightweight, they fit more like a flexible sneaker than a stiff boot, they have great traction, and they are waterproof and warm. I absolutely love them. I have a low-volume foot on the narrow side of normal, which makes it very hard to find boots that don't feel floppy and clunky on my feet. These fit perfectly for me but will probably be too tight for someone with a wider/fuller foot.

These boots felt very tight from ankle to the toes. I just tried one boot on and decided they were definitely a return. My foot turned inward and I normally do not have that problem because there was no support what so ever in this boot.

Nice boots but run super small Like, a size to a size and a half small! I got these in an 8.5 for my daughter who wears an 8 normally. I had to return for a 9.5! Once we got the right size, they were great! Very comfortable and keeps your feet dry and warm!

We just had about a foot of snow dumped in Colorado so I have been wearing my new boots every day. They are so warm, they're almost too warm! I get inside and my feet almost get sweaty. These boots are super cute (got the blue ones) and I have been lots getting compliments. Very comfortable, like tennis shoes, without the solid arch support of course. They have a good sole that has kept me from sliding. I shoveled snow in them and didn't get any moisture inside, either. Love them! I have narrow feet and they are perfect.. I usually wear 9 1/2, but bought a 10, I would recommend getting 1/2 size bigger due to the narrowness or if you have wider feet.

I wanted to love these. First, ordered my usual size and that didn't work. Ordered a 1/2 size up & that was OK. They're cushy and light as air... like wearing bedroom slippers -- waterproof, super warm bedroom slippers. Around the house, they were amazing. However, when I wore them outside in the real world, the soles were too soft & I could feel all the lumps and bumps of gravel and frozen snow chunks I had to walk on. I could deal with that for the rest of the comfort they afforded me (the lightweight AND warm AND waterproof!)... Sadly, the inner lining packed down on the 3rd day, and they started to rub my Achilles tendons raw. Both boots, exactly the same, so it's not just a random flaw. When I got home and took them off that night, I realized I could "now" feel extremely large, rough seams sewn (like, big knots) between the fur and boot shaft. The seams at the top of the heel cup were digging into my skin with every step, and I was close to bleeding. I haven't worn them since. I only wore them 3 days, walking a mere 0.3 miles to work (and back) each day, and now I can't stand wearing them. I'm really disappointed. I tried bending/breaking in the heel cups more, but they sprung back and just kept doing it. I could maybe try to pad the insides somehow, but I don't think anything would stick there permanently -- and I shouldn't have to do that in the first place. I wish this wasn't a problem with the boots, because I love how warm the Omni Heat stuff is, and how lightweight the boots are. And they're kinda cute. I like that they're flexible for walking as well, though they could maybe have a little bit stiffer sole to prevent feeling everything through them.

I ordered a half size up based on the reviews and I am glad I did. This boot feels like a running shoe - it has a very springy and supportive sole. It is very light and very warm and comfy. I love wearing these! I bought them to replace a pair of Joan of Arctic Sorels which were heavy and causing some issues for my calves and ankles and I couldn’t be happier. I bought the olive green/turquoise and the color is lovely.

I'm returning because I found the Columbia Heavenly Shorty Omni-Heat to have a slightly wider toe box. I was going keep these until I put on the Heavenly Shorty. This Minx boot is very comfortable and does lace up higher than the Shorty, but I prefer the wider toe box.

I typically wear an 8 and appreciate (but do not usually need) a wide shoe. I had to go up to a 9 in these because there are no half sizes, which I find a little annoying. I tried the 8, but the boots actually groaned at me when I put them on, so that was a bad sign. The 9 is a little long, but with moderately thick socks on, they don’t look too flat in the toe. They do run narrow - why so many brands of snow boots run narrow baffles me - but I can make them widen up by adjusting the laces. They are very warm and not cumbersome, both of which fit the primary features I was looking for.

I love these boots! I ordered up by a half size and they fit perfectly with a roomy toe box. So comfortable I never want to take them off! Cute too! Highly recommend!

I wear a 9, and ordered a 9.5, feel great.

I ordered the Nori/Daredevil color and it looks like a grayish green in the pics. In reality it's a dark army green with gray accents & deep red laces. I love these boots! They're the warmest winter boots I've ever had and definitely waterproof. I walked all over Duluth in 2 feet of snow and my feet stayed warm & dry. Do order up 1 - 1 1/2 sizes because it runs very small.

True to size. Nice arch support and they feel like my sneakers.

The most important thing to know in my opinion is that the toe area is slightly narrow & a little tighter than I would like. I think if someone plans on only wearing super thick socks then maybe it might be a concern for them - but at least zappos has an amazing return policy. I have returned many shoes because of narrow toe box areas but I think there's just enough room that I'm not uncomfortable when walking around. These shoes also have amazing cushion. I'm not sure how long it will last - it's so bouncy - I hope that it's not the kind that goes flat after one day of walking.

I really wanted to like this boot. The overall comfort is great and the style is very cute. I have bunions (although young) and no matter what size I ordered, I could not find a size that didn’t smash my toe. I think it was the shape of the toe box or how the toe box sits. If you don’t have foot issues and your foot isn’t wide, this boot will be a wonderful, lightweight addition to your wardrobe. It is not overly warm, but it will be fine in a wet or cool environment. I would not recommend it for long term snow trekking.

I ordered these boots in my usual 7.5 & they were small. Sent back for the 8 & they also didn't fit. I returned them & decided on other boots instead. They are nice boots & very light BUT order a full size up!