Aussie Uggs business is based on a natural material – sheepskins – a by-product of the lamb meat industry. The Australian lamb meat industry is one of the few food industries around the world that is not contributing to global warming. It is a natural, sustainable, climate neutral, industry and we are proud to be associated with it. Outlined below is information from a leading Australian research scientist at Australia’s premier research institute, the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (C.S.I.R.O.),that supports these claims. The C.S.I.R.O. is an Australian government owned scientific research organisation, with an international reputation for innovative and quality scientific research. It was established in 1916, so has been operating for more than a hundred years. In...
“Ugg” boots made of genuine sheepskin are an Australian icon. The following text is from Wikipedia; “Ugg boots are a unisex style of sheepskin boot originating in Australia. The boots are typically made of twin-faced sheepskin with fleece on the inside, a tanned outer surface and a synthetic sole. The term "ugg boots" originated in Australia, initially for utilitarian footwear worn for warmth, and which were often worn by surfers during the 1960s. In the 1970s, the boots were introduced to the surf culture of the United Kingdom and the United States”. So, with so many "knock offs", made all over the world, how can you be sure you are purchasing genuine Australian Made “ugg” boots? First, we need to dispel the misconception that...
Lambskin underlays (or sheepskin rugs) are an age old method of keeping babies comfortable and sweat free due, to the unique temperature regulating qualities of sheep wool. They can be used throughout the year, keeping baby warm in winter and cool in summer. For a better sleep for baby (and for you) lambskin baby underlays are a proven choice.
Natural sheepskin has a number of unique properties which make it superior to any other material used to make footwear.
it is temperature 'moderating'
it absorbs moisture up to 35% its own weight
it is 'hygroscopic' ,that is able to absorb and desorb moisture
it absorbs odours
Only genuine sheepskin Ugg Boots and Slippers have these unique features.
Grazing animals, like sheep, may be part of the solution to global warming, their products such as wool and leather are much better for the environment than synthetic fibres derived from oil, such as nylon, polyester, acrylic or polyurethane, which are used widely in the fashion industry today. The products of grazing animals are sustainable and generally eco-friendly. The products of fossil fuels are not.
