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I Should Have Worn My UGGs

Saturday, February 13th, 2010

Last week I made a mistake when I went to a trade show and didn’t bring a pair of comfortable UGG boots. My feet became sore from walking but the worst part were the blisters on my little toes. I should have worn my UGGs with all that cozy fleece.

No, I wasn’t stupid enough to wear a new pair of shoes. I wore a pair of Naturalizer sport shoes. And they were broken in,  having been worn for about two years.  But lordy did my feet suffer without my UGGs.  Of course, the upside of the pain was a reason to have a Margarita.

See, last week I went to Las Vegas for the Western Shoe Association show on a buying trip.  It’s always fun and interesting to see what the shoe manufacturers are offering for Fall/Winter 2010.  We found some great new styles and will be bringing them in towards the end of the year.

ultimateuggBut I made a big mistake by not wearing either my UGG Betteys or even my UGG Ultimate Short boots.  Both have nice cushioning and have never hurt my toes.

So when I got back home I made sure to order a pair of UGG sneakers which are coming out in the spring.  Yes, I said sneakers.  They are cute, well cushioned and I’m hoping, very comfortable.

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Amanda Seyfried Loves Her UGGs

Thursday, February 11th, 2010

There are plenty of photos around with Amanda Seyfried wearing her UGG boots. Most recently she was in the February issue of Life & Style magazine. They put her next to Kelly Rutherford because they were wearing the same cute sweater. I scanned the photo of Amanda. Can you tell?

amandaAmanda was wearing her chocolate UGG Classic Tall boots with distressed jeans tucked in.  She looked young, cute and comfortable. The article thought her outfit fell flat and I disagreed.

Kelly was wearing skinny jeans and 5″ heels.  Come on!  Give us all a break once in a while.  Real women can’t run errands in Louboutin pumps.  But if someone gave me a pair of size 9 Louboutin’s, you can bet I would break my neck trying to wear them everywhere !

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Fake UGG Boots Are Rampant

Saturday, January 30th, 2010

As with any iconic fashion item, the Chinese knockoffs will follow. And UGG Boots has now made the big-time. UGG Boots are in very good company along side Gucci, Louis Vuitton, and any sterling Tiffany jewelry. There are thousands of websites offering up the fake goods while using actual company pictures to lure the unwary buyer away from their hard-earned money.

UGG boots are made by Deckers Corporation, then sold to US retailers.  They are never mailed to a buyer directly from China.  Deckers is working hard to shut down the counterfeit sites but it’s hard to stay ahead of them.

I have learned that the top three web servers for fake UGG Boot websites are located in China (duh), the United States (surprise) and Panama.

fakeUGG Fake UGG called UGG 8008 $55

We had a customer try to return a pair of fake UGG Bailey Button boots to our store.  The very first thing we noticed was a cardboard hang-tag safety pinned to the boots.  Say what?  The next eye catching item was the shiny synthetic material (fake fur) lining on the cowhide suede boot.  The list of what was wrong with this boot went on and on from there.

The biggest problem with these fake boots is that the websites use the actual UGG pictures to lure the unwary buyer.  And if they don’t fit or you have a manufacturing problem with them, they can’t be returned. Also what you get is a boot that would retail in our store for half of what the buyer paid.  Actually, we wouldn’t sell the fake UGGs we’ve seen because the linings aren’t natural fleece and we only sell boots with natural sheepskin fleece lining.

One easy way to make sure a faker isn’t stealing your money is to always check the UGGAustralia.com website for a complete list of authorized retailers.

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Rolling Stoner Ron Wood Looking Fly In UGGs!

Monday, December 28th, 2009

OMG – Ron Wood of the Rolling Stones was really looking fly recently in UGG boots. Ronnie was pictured leaving his home on Christmas Day in a garish outfit. The wayward Rolling Stone teamed a loud sweater with an equally flamboyant scarf and gold UGG boots as he set out to visit a friend. Unkind observers suggested he was wearing every one of the few Christmas gifts he received.

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I love his outfit because I’ve been known to dress similarly.  What the heck?  Life can be so short.  Why not have fun? And haute couture is so overrated.

So ring in the New Year with a colorful outfit that’s sure to raise eyebrows and bring a smile to others.  And if you didn’t get your Gold UGG boots from Santa, come get them from us!

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UGG Baily Buttons on Set of Gossip Girl

Monday, December 21st, 2009

Yes, we’re into the prime season for UGG boots, winter. I just have to laugh when I read bloggers who complain about how UGG-ly women look while they’re out Christmas shopping and schlepping around in slush while wearing UGG sheepskin boots. I think the complainers have a pain fetish. After all, who needs to have painful feet? Besides, if it’s okay to wear jeans for comfort and warmth while shopping,  then logic follows that comfort should extend to all parts of the body. Am I right?  Of course I’m right!

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I am all for the comfort of UGG. And the beautiful, fashionable women of Gossip Girls are right too.  Check out these pictures of Laura Harring wearing a pair of UGG Baily Buttons on the set. And Leighton Meester is also looking great in her UGG Boots in Classic Short boots in sand color. They obviously know what we all know – UGG Boots rock!

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So carry on ladies ! And Merry Christmas while you’re at it !

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How To Wear UGGs

Tuesday, November 24th, 2009

Okay, I know it sounds looney because you and I know how to wear UGG Boots. But, I get enough of these questions (since I own a store that sells sheepskin boots) that I think it’s time to mention this subject. And men, you too should also wear UGG boots because they look so laid-back. Just look how cool this guy looks in his UGGs. Follow these steps to total winter comfort:

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  1. Buy a pair of UGGs in a neutral color, such as chestnut or chocolate brown.  Black will work if you must have it but I think the browns look great with just about everything.
  2. Tuck your jeans into your boots.  Skinny works best but straight leg is also good.  For bootcut jeans just wear them over the boot.
  3. Add your winter coat, colorful scarf and gloves and even a cute knit cap.  This looks good on any age.
  4. Walk to the nearest latte stand for an eggnog latte and a chocolate chip cookie. Men, walk to the nearest bar and get a beer.

UGG Boot Tips

  • Please waterproof your boots before wearing them.  Make sure it’s designed specifically for sheepskin and suede.  Spray three light coats, making sure to let it dry between coats.  This step keeps them cleaner too.
  • You don’t have to wear socks with your UGGs.  But if you want to be sure to wear thin socks, not heavy hiking socks.
  • UGG boots are not designed to fit like regular shoes.  They are usually lose in the heel.  It’s why they’re so comfortable.  Think of them as outdoor slippers.
  • Don’t forget to walk to the nearest latte stand for an eggnog latte and a chocolate chip cookie. Men, walk to the nearest bar and get a beer.

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Tiz The Season for Fake UGGs

Saturday, November 21st, 2009

Yes, it’s that time of the year again: FUGG Season. Fake UGGs. Ebay and Google are full of fake UGG boots and slippers. The unfortunate reality is that there are, for a lot of the luxury brands, counterfeit products.

Last year a woman came in to Snow River just before Christmas. She had bought a pair of UGG Boots, Classic Short in black.  She thought they “didn’t look right.”  And she was right.  They were poor imitations.  The leather was cowhide instead of sheepskin and the lining felt like fake instead of soft sheepskin fleece.  Even the box wasn’t correct.  She had been desperate for a pair of black Classic Short UGG Boots for her daughter’s Christmas present and couldn’t find them in the size needed at any dealer.  So she paid $150 for a pair off eBay. And they were fake. She lost money she couldn’t afford to lose and her daughter got a pair of subpar boots with no warranty.

If you are looking for UGG boots and UGG slippers on-line make sure that you shop at an authorized dealer like Snow River.  We’ve been in the business of selling genuine UGGs since 1985 and trust us, we know the product!

Google is now working with UGG Australia to eliminate them from their search pages, but, like cockroaches, they multiply quickly.  If you look at some of these sites you’ll see that they’re written in Chinglish and are full of errors.  Also, there will either be no physical address or no U.S. number.

If you are in the market for UGG Boots, there are a few things you can do to make sure they are real and not fake. Take a look at the website address, does the domain name include the word “UGG” or does it contain the style name in the domain address, for example, “Dakota”, if so, there is a good possibility they are counterfeit.

Something you should also know, UGG Australia does NOT authorize dealer sales on eBay, trade boards or Amazon.com. If you purchase on any of those sites you do not get the warranty nor will UGG Australia assist with trying to resolve disputes including issues with PayPal refund requests.

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Katie Holmes and UGG Classic Shorts

Friday, November 20th, 2009

holmesuggsWhile watching t.v. or reading magazines I am always on the lookout for celebrities wearing UGGs. I have a collection and like to share them from time-to-time. Did y’all see this shot with Katie Holmes wearing chocolate UGG Classic Short boots? Her partner is Anna Paquin and she’s wearing UGG Classic Short boots in chestnut. Both are classic colors for the classic comfort boot. The girls  were on the set of “The Romantics” in November.

I also have a collection of pictures of women wearing fur coats on eBay, the online auction site.  I first began noticing the interesting models several years ago and some are so damned funny, I just had to have them.  Of course, you need to know I’m a fan of Southern White Trash Cooking.  So trailer-style women modeling fur coats for ebay sale are right up my alley. This has little to do with UGG boots but more to do with my observance of ordinary people doing interesting things.

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UGGs Moto Chic

Wednesday, November 18th, 2009

Have you seen UGGs new motorcyle chic boot, the UGG Kensington boots? I flipped for it just from it’s looks but once I tried it on I had to have it. These boots have a better sole and support than the UGG Classic Short boots. If you live in cold, damp weather like I do, yet want to look cute, this is a great boot. It’s lined in soft sheepskin fleece so it’s toasty warm and the distressed leather uppers ensure better water protection.

ugg_kensingtonTough looking, practical yet femmy cute when paired with leggings, a floral dress and a leather or denim jacket.  I’m so happy to have these moto chic UGG boots.  They work great under jeans, tucked into jeans and with skirts.  I think I’m going to be wearing these for many, many years.

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UGGs ~ Just Do It !

Tuesday, November 17th, 2009

If you don’t own a pair of UGGs by now, the good news is that it’s not too late to buy a pair. These iconic, slipper-soft sheepskin boots went mainstream some time back and will never go out of style. In fact, they’ve become a classic as far as I’m concerned because people have been wearing UGGs in the U.S for more than 20 years.

I’ve had more than a few grandmothers come into our store, Snow River, looking to buy a pair of UGG boots for their granddaughters.  They’ll mention “I don’t know what the big deal is or why the young girls love these ugly things.”  I ask, “Have you ever tried a pair on?”.  The answer is always “NO.”  And 9 times out of 10 after they’ve tried on a pair, they buy a pair for themselves and wear them out of the store.

If you live in a cold climate, there’s just nothing better on your feet.  Whether you think they’re cute or ugly, you will fall in love with them once you try them on.  So quit sitting on the fence about whether to buy a pair of UGGs or not.  Just do it!

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