https://ugg.com.au/blogs/news.atomUGG.com.au - News2021-02-14T23:25:12+11:00UGG.com.auhttps://ugg.com.au/blogs/news/best-ways-to-style-your-classic-ugg-boots2021-02-14T23:25:12+11:002024-01-07T16:23:37+11:00Fashion accessories for your Ugg BootsMichelle Brewster
Congratulations on purchasing your new UGG boots but you may be thinking about ways to style your new boots. UGG boots are a fashion staple and can be worn a number of exciting ways.
Here are some ways to style yourClassic Uggs, this winter.
OurAustralian MadeClassic Ugg Boots, soft and fluffy on the inside and cool and classic on the outside are going to be a staple for the winter season.
Trackies - Tracksuits
Trackies never go out of fashion, do they? Oversized and layered pieces with UGG boots give that extra oomph to the winter wardrobe. Effortless overcoat and minimal accessories.
Fashion Style Tip: Tuck your cuffs inside your boots. Layer your look with body suit under oversize pieces to add warmth and adaptability. And don't forget the sunnies!
Oversized
In some places in Australia it gets pretty cold and you might want to spring for a winter coat. Oversized is on trend with a puffer jacket or coat. Pair with skinny or tight fit jeans.
Fashion Style Tip: If it's skinny tuck it in, anything else a shorter boot style is best with the cuff just brushing the top of the boot.
Dresses and Skirts
With tights (if you're in the cooler states) or without, many celebrities and fashionistas are looking cool and casual in UGGs for winter and even spring.
Fashion Style Tip: Patterned leggings are in this season and you can up your fashion game with a great pair of this seasons hottest. Try Etsy or Redbubble for something a bit more unique.
Leather
Leather or Pleather tight fit pants are always in season. Make the most of your skinny pleather's and tuck them into a pair of shorts or talls.
Chunky Knits
If you're looking for comfort, warmth and style you cannot go past a chunky knit. Paired with fashion favourite Bella Button or Deluxe Classic Short UGG boots you will be a in style where ever you go.
Fashion Style Tip: Skinny jeans and leggings go inside the boot, and other style of jeans sit above the top of the boot. Fold the cuff if you need too.
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https://ugg.com.au/blogs/news/how-to-clean-ugg-boots2021-02-14T23:16:27+11:002021-05-30T14:01:50+10:00How Do I Clean My Ugg.com.au UGG BootsMichelle Brewster
Step 1. Use a soft brush to gently remove dirt.
Step 2. Using a clean dam sponge, moisten the surface of the Ugg Boots
Step 3. Use some clean paper towel to stuff out the Uggs to maintain the shape
Step 4. Leave the boots to dry out naturally in a cool ventilated area
Step 2. Using a clean dam sponge, moisten the surface of the Ugg Boots
Step 3. Use some clean paper towel to stuff out the Uggs to maintain the shape
Step 4. Leave the boots to dry out naturally in a cool ventilated area
Step 5. Use a suede brush on the dry boots moving in a single direction to restore the appearance
Caring for your New UGG Boots
If this is your first pair of Ugg Boots welcome! If you have worn UGG boots before, welcome back! Now lets get to know each other.
How to Clean & Care for your UGG boots
When you first get your UGG boots:
The beautiful merino suede outer of your new boots is not naturally water resistant. We recommend you treat your boots with a suede protector designed to assist with suede water resistance.
Once treated, your UGG boots become resistant to a rain showers. If your boots get wet dry them naturally in a cool ventilated area. If they are very wet, it is best to stuff them with clean paper towel to maintain the shape while they are drying. Once your UGG boots are all dried out, brush off any loose dirt and take a moistened clean sponge to any stains and air dry. Re-apply the spray to keep them water resistant.
Loose Threads:
STOP - Don’t pull on any loose threads. Even though we have a super star who inspects all of our boots before shipping, she can miss a thread or two. If you see an excess thread, use sharp scissors to trim. DO NOT pull on a thread or cut a seem.
Too Tight? Too Loose?
It is best to err on the snug side with new UGG boots however if your toes are hurting or curling, that’s going to be too tight.
Your new UGG.com.au boots will give about a half a size with wear, including where the boot is snug fit like the feet and legs.
TIP: Your heel should sit firmly in place and not slip up and down.
Socks or No Socks?
Umm how do we say this. NO SOCKS. Okay you can wear socks, but the warmth of the sheepskin is best experienced without socks, try it and see for yourself.
Colour and Dye
To achieve the extensive range of colours available on UGG.com.au the skins have been through a dyeing process and sometimes with the darker colours there is some migration. This will disappear with wear.
Colour Fast / Dye Migration:
All sheepskins have been through a strong dyeing process; the result is these magnificent colours that we are able to work with and provide you with one of the largest colour selections available. From time to time however, there may be some dye migration in the darker colours. This is a natural occurrence and should gradually disappear with wear.
How to Avoid Damaging Your New UGG boots
Select the correct size for your feet. Too small and you risk ‘toe blowout” when, overtime there is too much pressure on the sheepskin
Obviously, well maintained toe nails and feet are good for your health and also good for the health of your UGG boots. Long nails can wear or even tear the sheepskin.
Look for real Australian Sheepskin. Our unique weather conditions and environment make for super fluffy fleece and tough suede.
Avoid fakes. Avoid Synthetic. Often inferior quality and the manufacturing is poor. Acrylic boots can cause feet to sweat and smell.
Stay out of the kitchen or take extra care as UGG boots will stain with cooking oils, wine, coffee and sauce.
Never use chlorines, bleaches, peroxides or chemicals on your UGG boots.
UGG boots are not machine washable and you should avoid submerging your boots in water
Snow is a no go, especially deep snow. Keep your boots for the lodge and use your ski boots or gum boots for wet snow conditions
Jump puddles and stay out of the rain. If your UGG boots do get saturated allow them time to dry overnight. See HOW TO CLEAN YOUR BOOTS
Yikes, the puppies love UGG boots - avoid!
How to Store Your New UGG boots
Just like your other winter shoes and boots, give them a good clean following the cleaning instructions listed above. Stuff and shape them with towels or socks to maintain the shape and pack them in a cool, dry place so they will be ready to go next winter.
CLEANING 101
Use a soft brush to brush away loose dirt and grime. A baby brush, a pet brush or lint brush are ideal and won’t damage the sheepskin.
Find the sponge in ourcare kitor use a clean cloth.
Gently dab the whole area of the UGG boots taking care not to saturate. Do not overdo it as saturating can cause the fleece to seperate from the suede and may stretch the boots out of shape.
Dry your UGG boots thoroughly. Stuff the UGG boots with towelling, clean paper towel or socks and set into shape.
Set them aside in a dry area away from direct sunlight to allow them to dry overnight. Don’t use a hair dryer, radiator or artificial heat source.
Think about replacing the sheepskin innersole to restore comfort.
Stains:
Treat stains immediately.
Oil or Grease Stains, food stains, mud stains.
We recommend using chalk on these type of stains.
Apply chalk to the affected area. Use gentle strokes and dabs.
Leave the chalk on the stain overnight to absorb the stain.
The next day brush off excess chalk with a soft baby or pet brush. If any residue from the chalk remains, rub sheepskin against itself to restore the original colour. Repeat this process if the oil stains are not completely removed.
Other Stains:
Remove small marks such as pen marks by gently rubbing the affected area with an eraser.
Glue Stains can often be removed with a sharp knife, use the utmost caution so you don’t damage the boots or yourself. Best done by an adult.
Rain Spots:
If you get a small number of water spots on your UGG boots, allow them to dry and then rub the skin against itself.
If spotting remains try our ‘CLEANING 101’ instructions
Real UGG boots should not be washed in a washing machine, in fact we don’t recommend saturating UGG boots or you run the risk of the sheepskin becoming discoloured and patchy looking and the soles may also come away from the boots. BEWARE of sites that are recommending Washing Machines as they may be selling fake boots too.
How To Clean The Swarovski® Crystals On Your Boots
A dry micro-fiber cloth such as the cloth that comes with eye glasses can be used to gently wipe the crystals and make them sparkle.
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https://ugg.com.au/blogs/news/ugg-australia-or-ugg-boots-made-in-australia2021-02-14T23:13:14+11:002021-05-30T14:54:26+10:00‘Ugg Australia’ or ‘Ugg Boots Made in Australia’Michelle BrewsterSome shonky companies have started using American and Chinese Sheepskin as a way to fool consumers. They have the UGG boot uppers made in China and ship them to factories here in Australia where they apply the soles. They then call the boots Australian made UGG boots. #AVOID #OnlyAustralianMade
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Only UGG boots made in Australia can confidently be called Australian UGG boots. We make our boots in Melbourne Australia from 100% Australian Sheepskin. There are some companies calling themselves Australian Ugg or Ugg Australia who make their boots in China, and not made from Australian sheepskin.
Ugg Australia
In 2004 an Californian-based corporation called "Deckers Outdoor" started a campaign of legal action against a number of Australian sheepskin manufacturers. They said the Australian UGG boot was their trademark!
Anyone in Australia will tell you that UGG boots have been around in Australia for generations so what it the story?
Deckers sent legal warnings to Australian makers who used the term UGG, UG, UGH, even though these makers had been around for years before the Decker's crowd 'borrowed' the term.
Our American friends had snapped up the term (get this) UGG AUSTRALIA in other parts of the world. Apparently you can call yourself AUSTRALIAN even if your not making or using Australian products.
Deckers were taken to court in Australia and they lost. The term UGG, UG, UGH and so on, was deemed a 'generic' term and free to use in Australia and NZ on our UGG boots.
Fair suck of the sauce bottle! UGG boots have been a staple on Australian feet for generations. You know it, your parents know it, your grand-parents know it and apparently the Aussie Trade Mark judge did too.
Ugg Boots Made in Australia
You may have noticed that Deckers recently changed their brand name from UGG Australia to UGG in response to the Australian government. Which is the least they should be doing!
But the fight for Aussie UGG boots is not over. Deckers Corp still owns the trademark in many countries of the world. It's crazy that you can only call sparkling wine "Champagne" if it is made in Champagne, and you shouldn't be able to call your UGG boots Australian if they are not made in Australia.
BEWARE of FAKE Australian's
Australian and New Zealand sheepskin is the finest in the world and ideal for making UGG boots. The extra fluffy interior and the tough skin (suede) is unique to our harsh and changing climate. It's so popular that it is quite hard to get the real deal Aussie sheepskins.
Some shonky companies have started using American and Chinese Sheepskin as a way to fool consumers. They have the uppers made in China and ship them to factories here in Australia where they apply the soles. They then call the boots Australian made UGG boots. #AVOID
Guaranteed Australian Sheepskins UGG.com.au
How to make sure you get the real deal? You know you can always count on us at UGG.com.au. We make our boots in Melbourne and exclusively use Australian Sheepskin.
UPDATE: PLEASE BE AWARE WEBSITES SUCH AS UGGS (WITH AN 'S') OR ANYTHING OTHER THAN WWW.UGG.COM.AU ARE NOT AFFILIATED WITH US. PLEASE REFER YOUR COMPLAINTS TO THEM DIRECTLY.