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Editor Note: They had this conversation on Scott Mills Radio 1 show yesterday so I thought now would be the best time to post this article and let you join in the debate. You can read my first take on Ugg Boots here. Lee has his own view however in this article. Enjoy.
Back in March Ben released an article about men’s Ugg boots which received quite a mix response; most of the comments were against guys Uggs while a few were still a bit 50/50 and thought they could work. Well with the winter in full swing, Ugg have recently released their new Men’s range, which may just change the mind of a few people that commented on our last article.
Although Ugg boots are incredibly successful with women, the boots were originally worn by men, such as Australian sheep herders, WWII aviators to keep their feet warm and Australian surfers in the 70′s and 80′s. These were clearly worn then for the practicality of the boot whereas now a days they are worn for the look and style as you can see by so many male celebrities sporting them (see main image) such as Orlando Bloom, Leonardo DiCaprio, Justin Timberlake, Brad Pitt, Bruce Willis, Ben Affleck and Rolling Stones guitarist Ronnie Wood. So there’s no big issue with guys wearing them, whatever you’re age!
Last year the only Uggs available for guys were the classic short or tall in black, chocolate or chestnut. However this year the male Uggs range is lot more expansive. You can still buy the original tall and short which do seem to be more popular with guys and girls, but now they offer numerous styles for men such as the Beacon Boot which comes in black or chocolate. These boots are for the type of guy who prefers to mix style and comfort and fits in nicely with a lot of this autumn and winter trends. There’s also the Rockville Boot which has a much more edgier leather look with buckle detailing – this boot fits perfectly into this seasons Military trend and comes with two changeable insoles, one leather and one sheepskin depending on your personal comfort.
Now I know what the readers who have been won over by Uggs are asking, “What do I wear them with?”. Well I find that they look best with quite a baggy/natural cut jean (back on trend right now), with them tucked in like you would a standard boot or hi-top. You have the option of covering the Ugg Boots using the jeans hem as well though. As for up top, I think that as they have their roots in the Australian outback and are designed to be a rugged/outdoor boot, you can rock the whole Workerwer trend to the hilt. Thick check and plaid shirts layered over simple t-shirts and topped off with a chunky scarf or trapper hat would be a great look (check Orlando Bloom at in main picture).
Due to the fact that most of these boots really do give off a casual vibe, you can pick out the fashion essentials and really go to town on your layering – graphic t-shirts underneath a nice hoody and topped off with a leather jacket would also have that casual fashion vibe whilst you are out and about at the weekend. One thing to definitely avoid is skinny jeans as that look seems to work better on girls and if you fancy a pair but don’t want to stand out too much then just stick with a black pair of classic short Uggs.
Personally I do have a pair of Uggs and love them, they’re so comfy and different to what most guys have on there feet and that’s what fashions all about isn’t it, standing out?
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Men in Uggs is a big no for me. Imagine my size 12s in those un-shapely monstrosities! They look cute of girls with small feet, but men with big feet? No!
I have to say that Orlando is the only one in the photo above that does actually pull them off well as they go great with his outfit and the fit of his jeans, however why not just wear boots as they give the same look but without the fluffy insides and inability to survive the harsh British weather.
They look so wrong its untrue…No one will ever convince me that they look good on men, even if every celebrity under the sun starts wearing them.
I could rant on more about how I hate them on men but you get the idea.
Strike 2 up for me Lee! ha ha I think the image at the top basically just shows that they shouldn’t be worn by men. Bruce Willis and Ben Affleck look TERRIBLE! Justin doesn’t look much better as he has covered them and now looks like he threw on some slippers with his jeans.
I have to admit that Orlando Bloom has nearly pulled it off. They don’t quite look like Uggs, but mixing in a pair or military or worker leather boots with that look would improve it 2 fold in my eyes.
(JUST REALISED THIS IS EXACTLY WHAT JOSH HAS SAID – GREAT MINDS)
I have to admit I changed my mind on one thing though – they do look quite cute on girls in the right outfit. That’s all! ;)
Alright, The main image at the top doesn’t do much justice but one of the main points to this article is that now they have a wider range for men.
There’s new leather versions and completely different styles than the classic Ugg boots that basically are military/worker boots but even comfier inside!
And I’m sorry to say this but they are getting more and more popular for guys as were selling alot more at work each week! :p
Thanks for you’re feedback everyone hoping to get a few more articles up next week, Lee.
In the interest of being fair, I have attached some campaign shots from Uggs so you can see them actually working in an outfit.
No-one would be taking fashion tips off Bruce Willis or Ben Affleck anytime soon so that was a bit biased of me! :)
This is a very touchy subject! Personally I think Uggs look great on the right guy.
Like most fashion trends you have to be able to pull them off and not everyone can, ie Bruce Willis!
If everyone was able to pull off every trend perfectly there wouldn’t be fashion beacuse everyone would look the same!
Fashion faux pas? Not if you don’t want them to be! Don’t work for shoes- make the shoes work for you! A great look for the winter months in mixing uggs with a fairisle cardigan for that soft/ cosy appeal.
I Think UGG boots are the equivalent of marmite, they are rediculously comfy buuut at the same time both hit or miss! after seeing the new style worker ugg boots though i would definetly invest in a pair for festivals and stuff next year.
Never!
Great minds indeed Ben.
After seeing the Uggs Campaign Shots, I’d agree that would suit with the right outfit and the right man.
They’re still not for me as I’m more of a worker boots type of guy.
Great read none the less.
I have a pair of UGGS wear them everyday at college. As long as you wear them with the right outfit like Luke said I think they are awesome.
I think they look ok im more into allsaint type of stuff in my dress type anyway orlando looks the best in my opinion. justin looks like hes got on a pair of old slippers on and the others look like old men trying to be young sorry people :D …id rather have a pair of allsaints military boots :) like i do :D
also a bit over priced? lol 250£ lol no thx
I can’t abide Uggs. They’re a prime example of the power of marketing. Everytime I see a girl with great legs and then a pair of those at the bottom, I think what a shame. They add no style whatsoever to a look. I can understand their original popularity with men for their practicality, but for me they are one of the most unstylish concotions since the moon boot!!
Uggs on men is totally lost on you City folk. ;)
Cringeworthy stuff.
I’m glad that I managed to read the article, because I myself own a pair of special black UGGs from New York that are mid-calf i’d say, and full metal/black zipper on the back to secure it.
My experience wearing them has been average, as I enjoy being constantly heated in the colder weather climate here in Vancouver, but due to partially my own care as well as the durability of the suede outer shell, it’s not able to endure heavy rainfall (which is an obvious) but to the point where it’s now a mid-calf tea cozy, not a fashion statement for better or worse.
I like Uggs. I remember being in a supermarket a while back and literally, 95% of the lasses in there were wearing a pair – I mean, that was actually kinda surreal TBH…possibly even slightly menacing – BUT…I still like them…and on guys, sure why not. Lets face it – Bruces footwear is the *least* of his problems in the photo above! Is that Justin Timberlake on the far right? That’s the perfect guys ugg look IMO.
See I think Orlando Bloom has got it on the money here if you actually want to rock these things. I have a feeling that good old JT would actually look like he is wearing slippers with his jeans if you were up close (due to the texture of the fabric) – which could look even worse!
The leather mix versions above would work with this covered look though maybe
I do like Orlandos look…but, it’s kinda difficult to make the boots out. Looking like slippers – I mean, that’s uggs all over innit…I think the shape of the foot part kinda makes it work with jeans covering rather than tucked in…I could see myself wearing them both ways TBH.
Something I did forget to add though – those new mixed material boots are horrible! Original uggs for me every time :-)
the first guy in the uggs promo far left looks ubber cool and really carries this look of, however, this is one item i thouroughly recommend for the females ou there. some of these styles are perfect for some hooray henrys spending the weekend on the slopes of Val D’sere , otherwise a definate no no for me.
Guys who are comfortable with their sexuality should have no problems in pulling these off imo.
I’ll have my first pair for the weekend and I’ll look pumpin!!
The huddleboard know I’m the coolest on there :)
Most men can’t pull off UGG boots, but with the right outfit, the right look, and the right accessories, done deal.
Dead on! I love them
Could you help the adventurous among us, and inform us where we can get the type of trousers/jeans Orlando is wearing!
I’l like them, but my girlfreind hate them.
So i can’t buy it ;(
Lee, I’m sorry but you conclude your article with “that’s what fashions all about isn’t it, standing out?”. I agree, fashion is about standing out, but surely you mean that in a good sense. Looking good and standing out, not looking like a corporate, ‘I do what TopMan and AllSaints say’ look. Ugg Boots, are so incredibly poor in every sense. They are unshapely, lack design and are so extortionate it makes my eyes water. Back in the day, when every orange girl in the world wasn’t wearing them, and they were worn for no other reason than their function, acceptable, because of their warmth and comfort, but there is no aesthetic appeal about these whatsoever. On guys or girls.
Mush puts out a really good point, but still, their lack of design infuriates me. For a large piece of footwear, their severly boring look, just destroys any girls outfit, and when I’ve seen guys in them, I just look at their feet and rise upto there Topman and AllSaints shopping bags, then finally upto their orange faces and just shake my head and let out a single tear.
This is the biggest fashion disaster of the past 3 decades (the 70′s were very mixed) and I beg for all of you to return them, if they’ve lasted well enough, or burn them. For fashions sake, and for our eyes.
P.s. The new mens leather boot, with the thick, ridged sole and the suede detailing is quite good, because of the detail and the mixed material effect. But like in the old days when they were worn and worn and worn, and no one cared what they looked like, a worn down and battered look for these leather-based ones would be better.
In my opinion.
@BOOMER Actually, I LOVE them on girls, I think it looks totally hot if done right. And I think they look great on those Uggs campaign shots and on Bloom.