UGGS ughghghghghgh

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I thought Uggs had gone away, but they are back with a vengeance. My DD 13 yo spent most of her xmas money on a pair, on sale, and although, as she pointed out to me over and over that it was her money, I am still seething. I don't get the point. They are completely unsuitable for our climate, far too expensive, not even very comfortable, with no arch support etc. Also they are, stating the obvious, hideous. She could have got at least two pairs of weather-appropriate, pretty boots which she could actually wear. Her defense: they are fluffy and everybody has them.

See also: Onesies for non-babies.

Apple, I wear the ones I linked to everywhere. They are nothing like slippers. They're heavy, chunky and furry and more of a waxed leather effect

I love my uggs.
Great for shoving on to do the school run or nipping to the supermarket.

Couldn't give a toss if people don't like them

I wish I could afford real Uggs - I have a pair of £15 Tesco fakes, but up to now even those have not done the ankle thing either. I don't think I shuffle in them and not everyone needs arch support. In the UK from about March to October the majority of women wear "ballet-pumps" and those don't have arch support either.

Excuse my split infinitive. I do not link to them everywhere. I am not an ugg guru.

Slag wellies

I wear sheepskin boots all the time, which is what I assume UGGs are?

They are pretty good for Raynaud's Syndrome, as they keep the feet warm. I wear mine year round to avoid getting chilblains on my feet.

I hate Uggs. As an Australian, to me, they are deeply uncool, because my mother, never stylishly dressed at the best of times, wore them as slippers.

However, when DD2 wanted them, at about 11, I bought her some.

They need to work out their own taste.

(Incidentally, DD2 at 14 would now not be seen dead in Uggs.)

And I thought Uggs were unsuitable for Canadian winters because they didn't keep your feet warm? Where did I get that idea? (I love my Sorels, bought at MEC. Also, I am proud to be Canadian. At least since the last election.)

Uggs are just a brand with many different styles and materials..

I used to think that Iggy's looked hideous and stupid and couldn't possibly be worth the money - just for showy types. That is until I got a pair. Totally converted now. Warm, comfy, look good. WHat more could I want!

I dislike the original 'slipper' type Uggs but love mine which are leather with a chunky sole & can be worn in any weather. They are the comfiest pair of boots I've ever owned & also the cosiest.
Sounds like you may have slightly spoilt her enjoyment of her purchase.

There was a huge queue outside the the Uggs Store near Piccadilly Circus the other day. DD1 was acting horrified at the thought people would actually queer to buy them until DD2 reassured her that the people were probably queueing to return unwanted presents [winks]

ooh aeroflotgirl - horrifyingly, I find I like those ankle boots with the wedge heel! what have you done??

and the gershwin boot! who knew?

My Ugg collection girlguide, with my older ugg slipper type things in the background. None of them scream Uggs

I want the Ugg Simmens but I am broke

You can spray a repellant on them. I don't wear my outside if it's raining but otherwise they're great. I've worn them 40years never have a problem. People that walk on the inside don't walk correctly.Never remember anyone I knew in Aus doing that but my daughter did.

I think they look crap on most people. As do crocs, onsies and caps. Like most fashion must haves they're ok for kids! Couldn't justify the price though, I don't often buy brand names unless there's a significant difference in quality.

How do you all make them last so long?
I get through a pair per year, but I wear them day in, day out. They get swapped for wellies on dog walks, otherwise they are worn.
The soles die.

Suede Protector - its a spray in a can from the shoe shop/dept store, about £8 and worth every penny. Apply 3 coats and suede will look like new for a year

Two words - plantar fasciitis.....very painful! Speaking from (ongoing) experience and Uggs defo going to charity shop. Oh the relief of a shoe with a heel!

Ahhh leave her to it, it's her money. You have to let them develop their own style and make their own mistakes. We've all been there!

I got Emu boots for Christmas which are fab but before them I had Uggs which have lasted me a good 4 years and although compared to my new boots they are looking a bit tired, I still have them and could probably get more wear out of them so I'm keeping them just in case. I don't really care if other people think they're ugly, we all have different tastes and they're comfortable.

My DD lives in UGGS and has down for past 5 years. i think they are great value as they last forever if protected well at the start. We buy in the USA so £80-100 a pair

notso
At least your dd has good makeup taste.

Ive had the same pair of Uggs for 10yrs now. They are still going strong! I walk properly in them so the shape is exactly the same. Very warm and comfy when im out and about. Love them!