The word ugg is short for ugly, which is what they originally called these Australian sheepskin boots. The original ugg boot was two pieces of sheepskin in the shape of a boot joined together and stitched up the back and down the front, nothing more than a sock really. Today the ugg, uggies, or uggs all slang words for the sheepskin boots are more elaborate in style and no longer considered the ugly boot. Hard soles have also been added to make them more durable. It is hard to say when the first ugg was made but their popularity increased when World War I pilots began wearing them. The pilots found that the fleece-lined boots worn by the sheep shearers were perfect for keeping their feet warm in the non-pressurized planes at high altitudes. Then in the 60’s surfers and swimmers found that the ugg was just the thing to slip on to warm their feet when they got out of the water. Today you will see the ugg boots worn by different types of people in all different types of climates and with a large variety of outfits, in other words, uggs are not just to warm the feet anymore, uggs are a fashion statement.
If you are in the market for authentic Australian sheepskin footwear, where should you look? Check out the Koolaburra Australian Sheepskin boots and shoe company. Koolaburra is located in Australia, uses only the finest Australian Merino sheepskin, and is hand-crafted by Australians in Australia. That is about as original as it gets. When you purchase your Koolaburra footwear you will see the made in Australia label and you will know you are getting the real deal. There are several companies out there that try to knock off the ugg boot but just check the label first, if it doesn’t say made in Australia it is not the real thing, just a cheap imitation made in China.
Koolaburra offers a variety of styles such as the Classic which comes in tall, short or ankle heights with or without braids. The Kettle Black line is boots embellished with fringe, embroidery and crystals in designs of anchors, Celtic crosses, flowers, eagles, tribal cross, winged heart, or dove. There are also sayings embroidered on the back of some of the boots such are Rock & Roll, Naughty & Nice, Truth & Honor, Lovin Life, and Heart & Soul. Koolaburra footwear will have a boot or shoe to fit every personality and style while providing comfort and warmth.