‘Morally, it sucks’: Inside the Uggly fight over Australia’s iconic sheepskin boots
For decades, Australian bootmakers have been fighting a $US50 billion giant for the right to call uggs, uggs – and losing.
Legally, they can’t be called ‘uggs’ outside of Australia – but the name will stick regardless
Australian-owned brand UGG Since 1974 has announced it will change its name to “Since 74” for sales outside Australia and New ...
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Australian-Owned Ugg Since 1974 Changes Name Amid Ongoing Legal Battle with Deckers
An Australian-owned footwear company is changing its name amid a lawsuit with Deckers Brands and its Ugg label. According to ...
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Ugg: The battle over an iconic Australian boot
In Australia, the name "ugg" is a generic term for sheepskin boots, often worn locally as slippers. In the US, it is a brand - and big business for one company. This has set off an intriguing ...