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UGG BOOTS - WHAT THEY ARE AND WHY WE LOVE THEM

by: brighttrends( 318Feedback score is 100 to 499) Top 5000 Reviewer
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People all over the world love Ugg Boots 
Here's some information about the Ug, Ugh, Ugg Boots that I think you'll find interesting.

WHAT IS AN UGG BOOT?

Traditionally the term "ugg boot" refers to a style of Australian boot made with either sheepskin or lambskin. 

 

During World War I Australian Pilots wore a fleece lined "FUG" (flying ugly boot), and Australian farmers wore a type of ugg boot as early as the 1930's to keep their feet warm.  In the 1960's the Australian Surfers would put on ugg boots to warm their feet after a day of riding the waves, and they were also enjoyed by many wearing them around the house during the winter time.

 

WHERE THE TERM "UGG BOOT" ORIGINATED

Because the term ugg is considered a generic term in Australia to describe a style of boot, it is so commonplace that it's even found in the Australian dictionaries.  Ugg boots are also known as "Ug" or Ugh" boots.

The term UGG is a registered trademark in both Australia and the United States.  It was first registered in Australia in 1965.  Most Australians have grown up with a pair of uggie's of some description, and some people actually believe that this type of footwear is an Aussie icon.

There are several Australian Companies that still manufacture these boots.  But because there is litigation going on in the U.S. over the trademark of the word "UGG"  many of the Australian manufacturers are now marketing their "ugg boots" as "Australian Sheepskin Boots".

Whether you call them "sheepskin boots" or "ugg boots" they are cozy warm and soft, and they have even become popular with celebrities all across the world the past few years. 

 

 

STYLES OF SHEEPSKIN AND UGG BOOTS

Sheepskin Boots and Ugg Boots are available in both the tall and short styles.  The womens ugg boots and sheepskin boots come in a variety of colors and styles from the more neutral colors like sand and chestnut, to various shades of pink, purple and blue.  The mens styles tend to stick with the more neutral colors of tans and browns.  Some of the boots are traditional slip-on with flat heel and soles, while others have a more sturdy moulded outdoor rubber sole offering better traction, and may also be either slip-on style or have laces.

No matter what style or color you prefer, or which company you purchase from you can be assured that when purchasing quality sheepskin boots you're surrounding your feet with the most comfortable, best insulating material available.  Not only will these awesome boots keep you feet toasty warm in the the winter, they even have the ability to keep them nice and cool in the summer! They are truly the original Surfer Boot


Guide ID: 10000000002584693Guide created: 01/01/07 (updated 12/28/08)

 
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