I realise this might be 'grumpy old men' territory but can anyone explain to me what the attraction of Ugg boots is to women. I, personally am always repelled when I see women wearing them and just can't compute why they would wear something so literally ugly.
If it is practicality why wouldn'y they wear a balaclava when it's cold ? This has bugged me for a while now and need to know the thinking..
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Ugg boots, is it practicality over aesthetics
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Sex God
Although I dont find them unattractive I do believe its just a brand name thing. Ugg is the Nike of the soft boot world. The footwear is not particularly better than some other brands but still costs more due to the name. These would come up at auction (police seized or lost airport property) and people would be overly obsessed with winning a pair 
??: I never bought any for resale simply because by the time the bidders finished and you added commission and VAT you could buy them cheaper on Ebay 
That could be said for lots of clothing and footwear actually.
??: I never bought any for resale simply because by the time the bidders finished and you added commission and VAT you could buy them cheaper on Ebay That could be said for lots of clothing and footwear actually. 
Sex God
They aren't quite as ugly as crocs though.... *shudder*
I'm ashamed to say I do own, and even occasionally wear a 'cheap' version of ugg boots (read as primarni... £9) I, too, hated them on sight but reluctantly tried them on and they were like mini hugs for your tootsies It's like a socially acceptable way to go out in your slippers (which I would also do if I could get away with it).
I'm ashamed to say I do own, and even occasionally wear a 'cheap' version of ugg boots (read as primarni... £9) I, too, hated them on sight but reluctantly tried them on and they were like mini hugs for your tootsies
It's like a socially acceptable way to go out in your slippers (which I would also do if I could get away with it). 
Sex God
I'm afraid I'm not a fan... but probably because I reckon they'd do nothing for my calves!
I didn't realise that there was a sub-brand issue to it. But nevertheless it is the style of boot that I have a problem with but I am dumb-founded that people might be so focused on buying 2nd hand versions of the 'real thing'!!
To those of you who do possess a pair of the type, has anybody ever told you that they look terrible ??
To those of you who do possess a pair of the type, has anybody ever told you that they look terrible ??
Sex God
Quote by wideeyedand
I didn't realise that there was a sub-brand issue to it. But nevertheless it is the style of boot that I have a problem with but I am dumb-founded that people might be so focused on buying 2nd hand versions of the 'real thing'!!
To those of you who do possess a pair of the type, has anybody ever told you that they look terrible ??
Whilst were in an informative mode
Pink tracksuits + woman = I know its not womans job to walk around looking fantastic all the time but jeez those things are hideous especially the toweling looking ones. They do nothing to flatter they often hang at the ass like your wearing a nappy. Never yet seen a woman look good in a pink tracksuit
Sex God
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I didn't realise that there was a sub-brand issue to it. But nevertheless it is the style of boot that I have a problem with but I am dumb-founded that people might be so focused on buying 2nd hand versions of the 'real thing'!!
To those of you who do possess a pair of the type, has anybody ever told you that they look terrible ??
Whilst were in an informative mode
Pink tracksuits + woman = 
Sex God
Quote by tweeky
I didn't realise that there was a sub-brand issue to it. But nevertheless it is the style of boot that I have a problem with but I am dumb-founded that people might be so focused on buying 2nd hand versions of the 'real thing'!!
To those of you who do possess a pair of the type, has anybody ever told you that they look terrible ??
Whilst were in an informative mode
Pink tracksuits + woman = I know its not womans job to walk around looking fantastic all the time but jeez those things are hideous especially the toweling looking ones. They do nothing to flatter they often hang at the ass like your wearing a nappy. Never yet seen a woman look good in a pink tracksuit
I think the worst is the women in pink tracksuits AND Ugg boots at the same time..
Mine are pretty redundant now.. no-one has told me they look awful, but that doesn't mean I am not aware of the fact, I just sometimes choose comfort over looking good :lol:
Thank god tramp boots are in fashion now.. comfortable, and IMO sexy as fuck!!
Sex God
Ugg boots - yuk.
They aren't water-proof - which in my mind makes them useless as boots, they are fabric that gets dirty easily, they are flat which does zero for your posture, walking and back-pain. They are warm, but that's it.
They are uniformly ugly.
And why on earth would someone buy something because of its name? Ever, anything? That's got to be about the stupidest reason for buying anything, alongside "I got it cos (insert famous person's name) has one".
I know it's harsh, but seriously, Ugg? Daft.
They aren't water-proof - which in my mind makes them useless as boots, they are fabric that gets dirty easily, they are flat which does zero for your posture, walking and back-pain. They are warm, but that's it.
They are uniformly ugly.
And why on earth would someone buy something because of its name? Ever, anything? That's got to be about the stupidest reason for buying anything, alongside "I got it cos (insert famous person's name) has one".
I know it's harsh, but seriously, Ugg? Daft.
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On another site I frequent the discussion was about Rolex watches and why some people pay an absolute fortune for them. Forgetting why they do for the moment, but one guy who had a genuine one was really pissed off when holidaying in Thailand. No-one would believe it was a real one when they were selling copies for a couple of quid and everyone and his dog had one!! 
Mal
PS - the only people who did believe it was real were the street vendors themselves!!
Mal
PS - the only people who did believe it was real were the street vendors themselves!!
The Difference between real UGG boots and cheap imititaions is that UGG boots are made in Australia with real sheepskin lining and are very comfortable. Whereas the cheap ones are bad for your feet, legs and posture. I have a cheap pair but only because they are convenient for the school run! 
Sex God
I got a real pair from Aus... I have a fake pair somewhere too but can't remember why I bought them or when I wore them.
They're not the most attractive boots in the world but I tell you what... they're brilliant in the snow and have been invaluable to me over the last couple of months. The grips are ace and have saved me from falling on my arse more than once! :mrgreen:
They're not the most attractive boots in the world but I tell you what... they're brilliant in the snow and have been invaluable to me over the last couple of months. The grips are ace and have saved me from falling on my arse more than once! :mrgreen:
Sex God
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Uggs are not the real in thing, boots from LFA, Love From Australia are the best !! have a look on google , ... I think
Its not the shoes you want to worry about! That scuba mask your wearing in your avatar is filthy black! Needs a good clean.
Sex God
Ugg boots... nope,never even tried a pair on because I don't think they'd look good on me, at all. Makes me cringe when I see young kids wearing the fake ones and they're walking on the side of their boots with their ankles twisted slightly and no support. But then, I could argue the evilness of walking in Stilettos too!
I want to know what "tramp boots" are? Payne mentioned them and I've no idea.
I suppose I'll happily stick with my 's AirWare soles... now that is comfort!
I want to know what "tramp boots" are? Payne mentioned them and I've no idea.
I suppose I'll happily stick with my 's AirWare soles... now that is comfort!
Sex God
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Ugg boots... nope,never even tried a pair on because I don't think they'd look good on me, at all. Makes me cringe when I see young kids wearing the fake ones and they're walking on the side of their boots with their ankles twisted slightly and no support. But then, I could argue the evilness of walking in Stilettos too!
I want to know what "tramp boots" are? Payne mentioned them and I've no idea.
I suppose I'll happily stick with my 's AirWare soles... now that is comfort!
Gem.. I don't know if tramp boots are the official term.. I just call them that coz they look all scruffy (which I love)
They are kinda like these
But I only wear them laced half way xx
Sex God
Ahhh! Thanks Payne! I'd call them biker boots, or Mock Docs! When I put tramp boots into the search engine it came up with dozens of photos of fancy dress style boots; toeless, ragedy and er... trampy. :lol:
I had a quick squizz at Minx's DM's too. :rascal:
Sometimes I think I really do need to not be practical with my footwear, but then I'd hardly ever wear anything that wasn't comfy.
When I put tramp boots into the search engine it came up with dozens of photos of fancy dress style boots; toeless, ragedy and er... trampy. :lol:I had a quick squizz at Minx's DM's too. :rascal:
Sometimes I think I really do need to not be practical with my footwear, but then I'd hardly ever wear anything that wasn't comfy.
