A key accessory for winter’s star shoes, it remains little-known even in the fashion sphere. However, in addition to being ultra stylish, it is revolutionary. It protects fur-lined boots from the rain, and protects our feet. What is this accessory that has won us over and will be our best friend in bad weather?
When the fall season comes and freezing temperatures come, fur-lined boots come out of fashionistas’ wardrobes to accompany their every step. The advantages of these shoes are innumerable: their (fake) sheepskin filling protects from the cold and their stylish look is approved by modistas of all generations. However, those who have adopted them know that they have a small flaw which sometimes affects their comfort: they are not waterproof. Result: when the rain starts to fall, said furry boots absorb the water and our feet end up wet… an unpleasant feeling that we would gladly do without.
But a smart and wickedly stylish accessory will allow us to hit the sidewalk with these shoes on our feet – whether it’s windy, raining or snowing. Its fashion mission ? Protect the UGG or fur-lined boot from water by wrapping it in a layer of rubber that extends from the front to the back and covers the entire bottom. If some of our colleagues had already spotted it with their expert eye and their keen fashion flair; It is clear that two years after its first appearance on the fashion scene, its popularity has still not exploded. This accessory that looks like an outsole is none other than the “UGG Guard”.
Made from rubber, it promises waterproofness and solidity to the wearer. Its non-slip sole prevents slipping on wet, icy and/or snowy floors. Like any self-respecting accessory, in addition to its utilitarian side, its role is also to boost the style of the person it dresses and give it a “je ne sais quoi” that leaves you speechless. Beige, white, blue, gray, yellow, black… there is something for all tastes and all colors, even those that are not unanimous. Flashy for a vibrant look, opposite colors for an offbeat two-tone aesthetic, tone-on-tone to play with subtlety: the stylistic versatility allowed by this “shoe protector” is unlimited.
Its original look allows it to be well seen by fashionistas. Two years ago, Tiktok seized this accessory, promising it unprecedented glory. Its success ultimately goes beyond simple fans of fur-lined boots to reach sneaker lovers: some realize that it suits the silhouette of their sneakers and thus adopt it to protect them from bad weather.
The essence of fashion is to divert pieces that are not necessarily “intended for us”; the UGG Guard has not escaped… Victim of its success, it is available at the price of 59.95 euros on Zalando, but certain sizes are already sold out.
And for those who can be held back by the price, low-cost versions have been released. On Amazon, it is the fashion proposition made by the Flex boot guard brand that is attractive. Its price? 39.99 euros. The label also prides itself on being suitable for several models of shoes, and not just fur-lined boots. What are we waiting for to adopt it?