I was convinced that they would be a fashion flash in the pan, but five years on from the initial craze, Uggs are still loved by celebrities such as Sarah Jessica Parker. British sales have increased by more than 140 per cent over the past year. But this isn’t all about practicality.
My question is: should I be one of them? Can I get away with them at the age of 37?
They are actually incredibly challenging to wear. With their naive, round toes, thick seams and structure-free shape, they look caveman-basic. They drop a plumb line from calf to heel, offering no definition and no leg-lengthening options. They also impose a gait that wanders between clod-hopping and shuffling.
And if I succumb to Ugg boots, I might get too used to all that comfort, like those oldies who newly discover the wonder of trainers and are never again seen in a decent pair of shoes.
