Do you keep up with the latest celebrity fashions?  If so, you have likely noticed a bevy of celebrities walking about in a pair of comfy ugg boots.  Whether it be winter or summer, whether the celebrity is male or female, and whether the person is wearing a skirt, pants or leggings, uggs go a long way toward making an unmistakable fashion statement that can't go unnoticed. 

The reason for uggs becoming so popular among celebrities is really a bit of a mystery. After all, most people wouldn't look at a pair of uggs, which many maintain is short for "ugly," and think of high fashion. Yet, they have caught on with celebrities like wildfire.

Perhaps the main reason for uggs becoming so popular is the fact that they are so comfortable and practical. You don't even need to wear socks when you wear uggs. In fact, it is best to keep the socks off when wearing these boots. That way, the sheepskin with its natural odor protection, water resistance and insulating capabilities can help keep your feet warm and dry.

Aside from the practical and comfortable nature of uggs, they have truly become quite fashionable as well. Perhaps the fact that they are so starkly different from other forms of footwear has been part of their allure. After all, celebs are always looking for ways to stand out in a crowd and to be different. By donning a pair of uggs, they have certainly been able to accomplish this task. Of course, nowadays, it is hardly different for a celebrity to wear a pair of uggs - many of Hollywood's most famous men and women are wearing them when out and about on the town.

The list of celebrities wearing uggs seems to becoming endless. Among female celebrities, those who have been spotted wearing the sheepskin boots include:

• Jessica Alba
• Pamela Anderson
• Jennifer Aniston
• Hillary Duff
• Katherine Heigl
• Eva Longoria
• Elle MacPherson
• Sienna Miller
• Kate Moss
• Gwyneth Paltrow
• Sarah-Jessica Parker
• Nicole Richie
• Jessica Simpson
• Gwen Stephanie

Celebrity men have also taken to ugg boots, with all of the following celebs being seen wearing the boots:

• Ben Affleck
• Orlando Bloom
• Leonardo DiCapri
• Jason Donovan
• Harvey Keitel
• Brad Pitt
• Bruce Willis
• Ronnie Woods

Even several UK Soccer Chelsea players have been seen walking around with uggs on their feet.

Despite those who are completely against uggs and think they are the most unattractive boots on the planet, it looks as if uggs will be around for sometime now. While some celebrities try to run and hide from the paparazzi when they are wearing a pair of uggs, most are proud of their boots and have purposely paired them with their fashionable outfits. In addition to being adored by celebrities for their comfort, uggs are also becoming available in a wide variety of styles and colors. Therefore, it is possible to own a pair of uggs to match just about any outfit. Today, you and your favorite celebs can find all of the following variations of uggs:

• Ultra tall uggs
• Tall uggs
• Short uggs
• ¾ uggs
• Mini uggs
• Lace up uggs
• Wrap uggs
• Ribbon uggs
• Camouflage uggs
• Naper uggs
• Pink uggs
• Chocolate uggs
• Vintage uggs
• Deluxe uggs
• Uggs with light soles
• Uggs with buckles
• Uggs with beads
• Outdoor uggs

So, if you haven't been taken over by the ugg phenomenon, it may be time for you to give them a try. The chances are good that your favorite celeb has already purchased at least one pair.

More reading about UGG Boots:

• The History of UGG Boots
• UGG Fashion: Dos and Don'ts