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    America's love-hate relationship with the phenomenon of fuzzy shoes known as uggs has now lasted for nearly a decade. Unfortunately, the go-go boots of nobodies show few signs of disappearing. This fashion has led many people to wonder where exactly uggs came from. More importantly, people want to know “why and how long are UGGs here to stay?” » Often these questions are followed by the thought: “where can I get my own ugly shoes?” » because, after all, no one wants to be left out. If you missed that brand buzz, or thought ugg was just an ugly hipster slang word used to describe that fuzzy slipper, chances are you've seen them, you realize it or not. Uggs were worn by many high-profile celebrities throughout the period. Oprah Winfrey dedicated almost an entire runway show to them in 2005, and they have adorned the feet of many women (and some men), young and old, since their arrival in American stores around 2003. Resembling boots that we would expect to see on the tundra Eskimo, Uggs are usually worn with swimsuits, mini skirts or shorts during the summer months and become the focal point of the outfit. So, has the fashion world just gone crazy or is there a reason for this intentional fashion faux pas? Now is the time to answer all the questions Uggs left behind, so we can, as a nation, put them to rest once and for all. Where does the Ugg come from? Most people will tell you that UGG Australia is the brainchild of Australian Brian Smith, who first brought his sheepskin bag to America in 1978 with a plot to take over the country one foot at a time. the time. That's not the whole story. However, because before the UGG, with two capital G's, there was the ug, the...... middle of paper...... the slippers are just as warm and comfortable, not to mention the prices broken. The second most common reason you will hear about UGG clothing is that it is unique and original. After ten years, they are no longer original. If it's still originality you're looking for, try the fuzzy pig-shaped slippers. So when will we see the end of this trend? This is the hardest question to answer. More than likely we'll have to wait until something else comes along to replace them. Another foot fashion will have to become cooler than Uggs. Maybe they'll be fuzzy pig slippers. All we need is a bunch of “cool” people to try them – surfers, actors, rock stars and a few French models should do it, then raise the price by a few hundred dollars and wait for the orders to arrive. In the meantime, love them or hate them, UGGs, ugs, uggs, ughs and maybe even fugs will be here to stay..