The UGG Classic Mini II Boots Have Officially Taken Over My Wardrobe

I remember my high school's UGG craze vividly. Back then, UGG boots were the ultimate fashion statement, often paired with Victoria's Secret fold-over yoga pants and extra-long T-shirts. At the time, I stayed away from the look, either because I was attempting to appear unfazed by such a massive trend or because my parents balked at the high price tag of the hot-ticket items. But flash to the present, and UGG boots have caught my eye once again. Just recently, I scooped up the UGG Classic Mini II Boots ($105-$160, originally $160) in the light-brown color called Chestnut, and now I understand the hype. Ahead, I break down everything you need to know about them before deciding if you want to add them to your virtual shopping cart.

I was well aware of UGG's reputation for comfort before trying the brand's bestselling Classic Mini II Boots for myself, but experiencing them firsthand is something else entirely. As cliché as it sounds, wearing these boots genuinely feels like walking on clouds. They boast a thick sheepskin lining that strikes the perfect balance between warmth and comfort without making my feet sweaty. Although I wear them as everyday footwear, they outshine even my coziest slippers when it comes to comfort.

Another thing I like about them is their height. One challenge I've faced with tall winter boots is the awkward bulkiness that's inevitably visible when styled with long pants. That's not an issue with these boots, though, because they're only five inches tall, landing comfortably at my ankles. I love wearing them with jeans, sweatpants, and even activewear leggings. My countless Pinterest scrolls have inspired me to style them with tall white socks peeking out of the top for a modern look, but they also work over flared leggings for a laid-back vibe.

My sole critique of the UGG Classic Mini II Boots is that their shorter height narrows the space for slipping your foot inside, so they're a little more difficult to put on. However, I've found that sitting down and guiding my foot into the boot while pulling upwards on the back heel tab makes them pretty easy to put on. While this hasn't diminished how much I love them, it's an important detail to highlight, especially for people facing mobility challenges. I'm not the only person who's noted this, either. While the vast majority of reviews are overwhelmingly positive, many who gave them a lower rating highlighted this detail.

The UGG Classic Mini II Boots are great for anyone who wants to fuse style and comfort. They pair seamlessly with jeans, sweatpants, and leggings and also work as house slippers for those who prefer boots with traction over traditional slide slippers.

The UGG Classic Mini II Boots are available on Amazon, as well as at Nordstrom and direct-to-consumer from the brand's website.

Review: ★★★★★

Marisa Petrarca is a contributing editor for POPSUGAR Shopping and has more than five years of experience writing and editing beauty, fashion, and lifestyle content. Her work has been featured in Cosmopolitan, Allure, and InStyle, among others.