Featuring a just-above-the-ankle shaft height, these boots are the mini version of UGG's classic silhouette with the same cozy shearling and water-resistant leather as their full-sized counterparts.About UGG Founded in 1978 on the shores of sunny Southern California, UGG footwear quickly became a symbol of SoCal's relaxed surfer culture throughout the 1980s. Another decade later, and UGGâ s signature sheepskin styles were embraced by the fashion and celebrity worlds exactly how the companyâ s young, Aussie-born founder envisioned it would happen. Since its debut on Oprahâ s " Favorite Things" list in 2000, UGG's iconic boots, sneakers, and slippers have become a beloved, cozy closet staple one that is soft and lightweight enough to wear year-round.