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UGG Australia – A look back at 25 years of sheepskin.

In 1978, Brian Smith, a young Australian surfer, brought a core piece of "Down Under" to the United States. For years, craftsmen have been stitching sheepskin boots on the beaches of Australia and New Zealand, however it took a bold and enterprising Smith to introduce a quirky Australian tradition to the United States.

Armed with only a few pairs of UGG sheepskin boots and a positive attitude, Smith hit the streets of New York. However, his reception was not a friendly one, and he was sent packing, with the same few pair in his suitcase.

But Smith was persistent and more than a little stubborn. He knew that there had to be a place for his boots in the US market, so he traveled west to do little surfing in California. Arriving there he was shocked to find that there was already a small group of well-traveled surfers who’d brought similar sheepskin boots back from Australia. He’d found his niche, and he never had to leave the beach.

His first season in business Brian sold 48 pairs of boots to 5 accounts. Of course, it was the California surf market that grasped the genius of these sheepskin boots. UGG Australia became a must-have for surfers just out of the water.

Since then, UGG Australia has gone from a small time surf brand to the global leader in luxury sheepskin footwear. The product range has also grown beyond boots to incorporate casual footwear, slippers, and all-weather products made of the same fine Australian sheepskin.

"UGG Australia is the real deal," says Connie Rishwain, President of UGG Australia. "Once you wear UGG Australia, you’re hooked. They’re original, authentic, and the ultimate in luxury and comfort."

How you have to care for your UGG sheepskin product.

Sheepskin is naturally water resistant and therefore small amounts of moisture will not seep through or damage it. For further protection, treat products with UGG Stain and Water Repellent. To clean, wet entire boot or shoe with cold water. Apply small amount of UGG Australia Sheepskin Cleaner (formulated from natural products using coconut and jojoba oils) to a sponge or soft brush and clean entire area thoroughly and evenly. Rinse clean in cold water then reshape by stuffing with paper towel. Allow to dry naturally and slowly, do not dry in direct heat or sunlight. Do not put in washing machine.

We offer 3 different methods of delivery for shipping within the United States.
1) Best Ground - UPS Ground Service or USPS Priority, 3 to 10 business days;
2) 2 Day via UPS only;
3) Next Day via UPS only. There are additional charges for shipping to Hawaii, Alaska, and Puerto Rico.

All international shipments (outside USA) are sent through UPS.

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