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To Ugg or not to Ugg?

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RhinoGirl · 09/09/2017 12:53

I'm having an internal debate as to whether to get a pair or not ?
Never owned a pair but always liked the look of them, but are they worth the price?
Then I don't know whether to get the knitted ones or go for the classic style...
So, are they worth it? Or are there any better brands you would recommend?

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Nearlyadoctor · 09/09/2017 13:03

Most people on here dislike them, but I think worn with skinny jeans on a dry cold day there is nothing cosier for your feet. No they're not fashionable or smart but sometimes that's not important.
I originally had Just sheepskin boots which wore relatively well and then some from Celtic sheepskin but they are a lot clumsier than genuine Uggs. I have the classic ( dislike the cardi ones) in chestnut, which I wear occasionally, have kept them clean and protected with a spray and they're great - serve a purpose so to speak.

Ellapaella · 09/09/2017 13:11

I bought a classic pair last year and was gutted when the rear seam split within 4 months! After 4 months I no longer had the receipt so couldn't do anything about it. I do like them but really not convinced at all that they are worth the money for the quality you get.

Orangebird69 · 09/09/2017 13:13

They're slippers. So only if you wear them indoors. And they're fugly. So it's a no from me.

JuicyCake · 09/09/2017 13:13

I had some from Bearpaw, not UGG. Great quality, had them 10 years. Indoors only, though!

rizlett · 09/09/2017 13:15

I loved mine so much I bought a second pair - love the feel of bare feet in them [you're not meant to wear socks] I don't care if they are not stylish as my feet get so cold in winter. I wouldn't survive without using a pair as slippers.

katiegg · 09/09/2017 13:16

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MumBod · 09/09/2017 13:17

Nothing better for shoving on for a winter early morning dog walk or school run.

Just the cosiest, comfiest things you can put on your feet. As a pp said, sometimes comfort is more important than fashion.

There's no excuse for the knitted ones though

PickleSarnie · 09/09/2017 13:18

I love uggs. But not the traditional sheepskin ones. They just look like slippers.

I like their biker boots. Sheepskin on the inside but normal boot on the outside. I got these ones....

dertyyuoih2 · 09/09/2017 13:20

@pickle love those , what model are they?

blodynmawr · 09/09/2017 13:23

I had a succession of cheap versions over the years but caved and got the real deal last winter. OMG what a revelation. My feet lover me in winter now! I will never go back to cheapo versions as they did a whole winter and do not smell or look that bad - used the protector etc.
I have the Kristins which are a bit more of a streamlined look and fit than the Classic. HTH

PickleSarnie · 09/09/2017 13:23

Whoops. Sorry derty. Didn't realise the name wasn't on the screenshot. They're called Wilcox. I think they're last year's so you might need to hunt around to get your size but they're currently reduced on most sites.

ParkheadParadise · 09/09/2017 13:31

I love my uggs. I've got them in black, Brown, and chestnut. Don't like the knitted one's.

PoisonousSmurf · 09/09/2017 13:32

Uggs are so chavy!

Whatthefoxgoingon · 09/09/2017 13:35

I've worn the Wilcox to death last year. They will be retired this year. Bought for the princely sum of £45 if I remember correctly!

Whatthefoxgoingon · 09/09/2017 13:35

Normal uggs I definitely do not like!

TheFairyCaravan · 09/09/2017 13:36

I've got Classic, Cardi and Biker style ones. My feet are never cold. I've had my oldest pair for about 8 years and they still look good.

bringbacksideburns · 09/09/2017 13:40

They are so not chavvy!! They cost a bloody fortune. How do people afford prices like £200? I couldn't justify it.

But I do think they are incredibly comfortable and cosy!

I'm getting confused with these other names - maybe I should try this Bearpaw

Bratsandtwats · 09/09/2017 13:41

I have two pairs of Uggs, but they're not tradition Uggs, they're leather biker style and look like normal boots. They don't have a massive logo on them either so you wouldn't know at first glance.

Bratsandtwats · 09/09/2017 13:42

*tradtional

Bratsandtwats · 09/09/2017 13:42

Oh FFS!

Bexta147 · 09/09/2017 13:51

I have two pairs. Bailey button in chestnut and then a Grey 'starry night' pair. I live in mine constantly during autumn/winter. Have been debating for the last week wether to get them out the cupboard or not yet. I'm planning on buying a black pair this year.

AnnabelleLecter · 09/09/2017 13:52

I have Ugg slippers.
Not keen on the cardi style ones but some of the others are ok. I don't get the snobbery about them.
I buy sheepskin insoles for all my winter boots about £3 a pair and wear wool socks so my feet are always warm anyway.

SophieGiroux · 09/09/2017 13:54

NashvilleQueen · 09/09/2017 13:55

I actually love Celtic & Co. I have the aqua lamb ones so they're waterproof and literally I've never worn anything as warm and cosy. I'm a convert.

SophieGiroux · 09/09/2017 13:56

So true

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