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Ugg Restores the Rugged, Utilitarian Spirit of Its Iconic Boot

This one-off rendition of the Classic Short Boot isn’t designed to stay indoors.

Beige suede UGG boot with thick tan rubber sole and metal UGG logo plate on the heel.Ugg
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By Jack Seemer

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Before it became the definitive style of celebrities and cozycore circles, Ugg’s Classic Short Boot was nothing short of an outdoor staple.

The style has its origins in Australia, where surfers have long used similar sheepskin boots to warm their feet after long, cold sessions in the water.

Now, the silhouette returns to its roots in the form of the PPF Hardware Boot, made in collaboration with the New York-based creative studio Hidden.

Beige suede mid-calf boot with tan chunky rubber sole and shearling lining.
The PPF Hardware Boot is a collaboration between Ugg and the New York creative studio Hidden.
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Inspired by the mantra “then meets now,” the two brands remastered Ugg’s Classic Short Boot with custom hardware and a rugged oversized outsole. The latter replaces the thin EVA-based platform of the original.

Those reinforcements are then juxtaposed with a soft “Light Sand” colorway that remains exclusive to the collaboration.

Close-up of beige suede shoe with green tag showing waterproof and breathable symbols and part of a metallic logo plate.
The boot features custom hardware and an exclusive colorway called “Light Sand.”
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White boots with green circular logos on the soles worn with brown pants and a green jacket among rocks.
The oversized outsole reinforced the rugged outdoor spirit of the original Ugg boot.
Ugg

As tough as the new PPF Hardware Boot may look and sound, however, it retains Ugg’s famously soft sheepskin for premium moisture-wicking, heat retention and, naturally, overall comfort.

Close-up of the top part of a beige suede boot with soft, fluffy lining and a small metal tag with an "h" logo.
Sheepskin brings natural moisture-wicking and heat retention.
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Beige mid-calf boots with thick soles worn with pants featuring blue flame designs, standing on rocky ground with artistic flame overlays.
The PPF Hardware Boot is available now in limited quantities, with a broader release scheduled for late February.
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Availability and pricing

With a price tag set at $265, the Ugg Hidden PPF Hardware Boot is available in limited quantities via Hidden.

Beige slip-on shoe with white sole, green and white trim, and green pull tab on a green background.
The PPF Hardware Tasman, also available, shares the same design language and adventurous DNA of the new boot.
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A one-off rendition of the Tasman Slipper ($155) accompanies the boot as part of the collaboration.

Both styles will roll out to Ugg store starting February 20.

About the Author:

Jack Seemer is the executive editor at Gear Patrol, with over a decade of experience in product journalism. He currently reports on a wide range of topics, including footwear, watches, EDC, cookware and more.

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