Uggs boots...worth the $$$

[rapunzal]

Just wondering how Uggs boots are? For those that have these are they worth the $$$?

 

[Crankyshank]

I don't have the boots but I do have the clogs and yes they are totally worth the $$

 

[shades]

I recently bought & returned about 25 pairs of boots & shoes from zappos.com (they have WONDERFUL customer service!).

Among those were 6 pairs of UGGS. We had recently moved from living on a tiny island in the pacific ocean and I had been wearing flip-flops for a year. Prior to living on the island, I had 4 foot surgeries and the bones in both feet realigned. So, finding comfortable, supportive shoes are important to me. I had read several reviews for UGGS and I thought I would like their "rockstar" style. I didn't know what size I'd need because of the surgeries and my feet spreading after wearing flipflops for so long. I ordered 6 pairs of UGGS - (2 sizes in 3 colors) - I used to wear 7 1/2 when I wore "real" shoes so I ordered an 8 in the UGGS as well as a 9. The 8 was wayyy too small. The 9 was a little too big & it was tight. I was surprised that the fleece seemed not quite as plush as people rave about. It was scratchy and kind of sparce. I returned all of the boots to Zappos and then went to a department store to see if maybe they had a better quality of boots. The UGGS I received from Zappos were made in China and the UGGS in Dillards were made in Australia. The classic style of UGGS in the dept store seemed quite a bit better than the 6pr I received from Zappos. The fur was a bit softer and more dense. Unfortunately, they still were not comfortable when I put them on. The fleece didn't feel good under my feet for some reason. So..back to Zappos and my quest for comfy shoes.

I'll spare you guys all of the trial and error I went through - and will just tell you what I've actually kept and why.

I have 2 pairs of fleece lined boots by "Old Friend" and LOVE, LOVE, LOVE them! They are warm, and the fleece is wayyy softer than any of the UGGS I've tried. Zappos has frequent sales on them, too. They are wayyy cheaper - yet - the quality is ever bit as good as the UGGS. The downside is they look much clunkier - they are a little heavier. I was really excited about the red ones because I thought I'd wear them around DW during the chilly evenings and it would be like wearing slippers;o) Unfortunately, they are too heavy and clunky for that, IMO. There are a LOT (150+) reviews on these boots on zappos.com - so, check them out there and see what you think. Just don't buy the "dust" color 'cause they truly look like dirty boots! $45-70/pr depending on what sale price you can find. I have red & baby blue. I wear the red ones around the house and out to the get the mail. My favorite "comfort" shoe!

I also have 2 pairs of boots made by Born. They are the Yuma style. These are cute, cute, cute! The uppers are fleece lined, the foot part is leather so they don't look clunky. The soles are oh so comfy and I can wear these for hours. These are my Disney World traveling boots - I have the rasin & brown colors. The uppers also have cute leather lacing up the sides - which, would look really cute with a boho skirt. Oh - and on the bottom of the rubber soles are Christmas trees! Very comfy boots - but, expensive - about $180/pr.

For sandals (I know this thread was about UGGS but - these shoes are soooo comfortable and what Dis'r doesn't want a comfy sandal to walk the world - I bought 2 pairs of Naot. I bought the "jewel" style and I forget the other style name - but - got them in copper - they kind of look like TEVA styles. These are awsome! My sis is an RN and she has been telling me for years to try Naot - but, I never wanted to put the $$ into them. Now, I'm glad I did! $100-$140 each.

Finally - for sneakers - Saucony seems to be the brand for those of us with problematic feet. Their "grid stable/stabel (sp??" is just right for feet that need support. I've tried NB & Nike and neither provided the support I need. Also, NB is known for breaking down quickly. $90-120 depending on where you find them.

 

[SEAlla]

For those that have these are they worth the $$$?

Absolutely... The are so comfy.

The UGGS I received from Zappos were made in China and the UGGS in Dillards were made in Australia.

Always make sure that they are from Austrailia. That is where they originated. Better quality and I believe they are hand made. I didn't even know that they are made in China, but I am sure they are machine made and lower quality, if even authenic.

 

[Favorite Auntie]

I have the Sheila slippers and I LOVE THEM! I am getting the boots for Christmas. Both came from Zappos and I have not had a problem. I am going to check and see where the boots are made though. I have smaller feet and got the children's size, I wonder if that matters.... Yes, they are worth the money! My feet are NEVER cold or hot in the slippers, they are just right...and they don't smell either!

 

[airplane]

I love UGGS. I have been wearing them for at least 10 years now and I would never buy another brand of shoe like it. You get your moneys worth out of the wear and tear and they are sooooo warm.

 

[shades]

Absolutely... The are so comfy.



Always make sure that they are from Austrailia. That is where they originated. Better quality and I believe they are hand made. I didn't even know that they are made in China, but I am sure they are machine made and lower quality, if even authenic.

I wondered about the authenticity of the boots I received, too. So, I did some online research and indeed, genuine UGGS are made in China (as well as Australia). Apparently, once UGGS became so mainstream, production began in China. Even some of the ones I checked out at Dillard's were made in China. There are some reviews on the very boots I commented on at www.zappos.com - some from UGG loyalists. I just wasn't impressed with them -especially after I received the Old Friend brand, which has much softer and more dense fleece (IMO).

 

[Forevryoung]

I got mine for the holidays last year as a present and I LOVE THEM. I wear them nearly every day and I walk a lot. My feet stay warm and don't get sweaty in them. My whole family has a pair and they love them too (Grandma, mommy, and sister)-

 

[DisneyMagic28]

personally I think the Ugg boots are UGGly!!!

 

[cdrn1]

My DD has them and LOVES them. Says they are so soft and comfy that they are worth every penny.

 

[J.C.&ALI'SMOM]

My 9 year old loves hers and we bought the 6 year old a pair for Christmas, so we will see how she likes them.

 

[iggbees]

Always make sure that they are from Austrailia. That is where they originated. Better quality and I believe they are hand made. I didn't even know that they are made in China, but I am sure they are machine made and lower quality, if even authenic.

i bought mine in an expensive shoe store in the town i live in (they have tons of expensive shoe brands) and mine say made in china. i'm highly doubting they are not authentic. i agree with shades about them being just mass produced because they are so popular now. my friend has like 5 pairs of the real deal from austraila when she lived there a few years ago, i'll bet that's the only place you can actually still get the "real" ones anymore. she also only paid about 15$ for her uggs there.

 

[hentob]

FYI--Both pink and blue Uggs are for sale (I think only $69) right now on sierratradingpost.com

Hope this helps someone.........

 

[maiyasgram]

I absolutley love mine. They are like the heavenly bed for your feet..

Cherie

 

[K&KsMom]

I have a pair of the tall sand UGGs and love them! I want to trade in my heels to wear them all the time. They are so warm and comfy.

Kristen

 

[LOVETHATMOUSE]

I asked my dh for a pair of the UGGS shown on Oprah's fav things - the Uptown Boots. I absolutely LOVE them! They are so comfy and cute. Their slippers are awesome and defintely worth the $$

 

[Deesknee]

I just found this thread. I am so excited. I've been looking for these boots for my DD. She has only asked for 2 things for Christmas and these are #1. I just ordered her a pair. I hope she loves them. She has borrowed a girlfriends once, so she atleast knows what to expect.
Thanks so much to everyone. I had looked at every store locally. I just ordered them from sierratrading. Thanks again.

 

[Blondiex46]

they have them at Norstroms for 79.00 and 89.00 is a great idea, my daughter is preggers and wanted to get her something for just her this year cause you know from now on it is about the grandbaby, lol, waiting for her size.

 

[solgent]

Yes, they are worth it. Just bought a pair and LOVE them.

To the person who said they are ugly... I used to think that, but they have diversified the styles now. I still don't like the traditional ones but these have some leather on the outside and no seams showing and they're black.

 

[i like stitch]

I just bought my first pair of uggs and have worn them for 2 days. They are the newer Downtown style and found them at 50% off. (The sale is over.)

I bought them because I have chronic problem with cold feet and thought these might be the answer. Initially, I wasn't impressed but the longer I've worn them, I'm finding they are really warm.

I've only worn them in my home and have been sleeping with them on my feet----so wonderful not to have cold feet at night! (They are a bit to clunky to wear to bed but I'll put up with clunky just to have warm feet.)

I'm definitely considering keeping them as "houseslippers" and buying another pair to wear outside. I bought both the protector and cleaner products but I wouldn't want to wear these in the snow.