Good news: It's UGG season! With the temperature dropping and the light fading, the desperate need to snuggle up and stay warm is growing daily. And what better than a pair of wool, fleece-lined shoes to combat the chill? For those of us who are a certain age (cough, me, cough), UGG slippers trigger early '00s memories of rain-stained boots worn with threadbare leggings by girls at suburban shopping centres.
But times have changed, and UGGs have once again reclaimed their cool crown. From new clogs to ballet flat styles, there are so many more silhouettes to experiment with outside of the traditional boot. With some help from our favourite pop icons and the street style set, we’ve rounded up some UGG outfit ideas to recreate that don't involve tracksuits.
A zip-up hoodie and stripes
The ultimate Y2K style queen PinkPantheress was spotted out and about last month in UGG's new Zora ballet flat style. Polarizing, perhaps, but they're constantly sold out! Plus, the striped skirt and zip-through hoodie give the look a cool edge (although I'd recommend adding tights as the months go on).
Still need convincing? The Zora flats then showed up at London Fashion Week at new-name-to-know Talia Byre's show. The paisley-print polo shirt, striped leggings, and studded belt give the cozy shoes an unexpected twist.
A tailored coat and baseball cap
Platform UGGs, like these Ultra-Mini boots, continue to be favorites amongst the street style set. This brightly-colored, tailored coat pulls the entire look together and keeps the baggy denim and baseball cap feeling smart.
A blazer and knee-high socks
The prep look is a huge trend for Fall/Winter 2025, and this look incorporates braided UGGs clogs into the outfit effortlessly. The knee-high ribbed socks, shirt and tie combo, and houndstooth blazer give the shoes a super preppy vibe.
A fur coat and baggy denim
Charli XCX knows that a Charlotte Simone coat is a winter staple. She lets the jacket do the talking, styling it with light-wash denim and classic UGG boots. Cozy and cool.
A plaid shirt and white jeans
Plaid is having a moment! Layer a shirt or jacket over a plain white tee, vest, or turtleneck sweater for extra warmth. Better yet, match shade of your plaid to your slip-on UGGs for extra style points. The wide-leg white jeans keep the outfit polished yet comfortable.
A giant scarf and handbag
Dua Lipa knows that head-to-toe black is an easy way to look chic. She's brightened her outfit up with an oversized orange scarf, added a patterned twilly to her Birkin bag, and finished off with embellished UGG clogs from the brand's collaboration with Palace. While the collab is no longer available, nothing is stopping you from customizing your own pair of UGGs.
Rebecca Jane Hill is the Senior Fashion Editor at Cosmopolitan UK. She has previously contributed to publications including Vogue, Elle, Marie Claire, Harper’s Bazaar, Refinery29, The Face, Glamour and Stylist. She started her own magazine, Sister, in 2012 whilst at university. Focused around feminism, fashion and culture, it went on to produce 12 globally stocked print issues, as well as countless events and partnerships. She closed the magazine in 2023.
Rebecca has been an associate lecturer at London College of Fashion since 2018, where she teaches on the Fashion Journalism course. She is a passionate second-hand shopper and is constantly on the lookout for new design talent.
