UGG classic mini 2 Eve Blue Suede Sheepskin Water Resistsnt Y2K Nubuck ankle boot size 8 *in amazing used condition. Has been kept clean with a suede brush, and has no visible signs of wear (stains holes, cuts) These boots feature a 17mm Twinface sheepskin upper, a rear pull tab, and overlock stitch detailing on the seams. They are also pre-treated to repel moisture and stains. Typically around $159.95 when new. Ugg boots originated in Australia as utilitarian footwear, primarily worn by sheep shearers in the early 1920s to keep their feet warm and dry. The lanolin in the wool made the sheepskin resistant to the elements that would ruin regular boots. In the 1960s and 1970s, the boots became popular among Australian surfers who wore them to warm their feet after early morning sessions in the cold ocean. Australian surfer Brian Smith brought the sheepskin boot concept to Southern California in the late 1970s, founding the UGG brand in 1978. Initially met with skepticism from retailers, the boots gained popularity through grassroots marketing among the California surf scene, embodying a laid-back, West Coast cool lifestyle. The UGG brand was sold to Deckers Brands in 1995 and experienced a major surge in popularity in the early 2000s, becoming a global fashion trend worn by celebrities worldwide. Over the years, the classic boot design has been refined with improvements such as a more durable sole and a reinforced heel counter.