Ugg both conquered and divided the world with its signature sheepskin boot. Once clamped to the feet of Sienna Miller, Kate Moss and Beyonce, the noughties staple took a thudding fall from grace in the fashion world.

In the real world, however, they never fully went away. Recent years have even seen a tentative revival on the celebrity circuit, with Cardi B, Gigi Hadid, Rihanna, Cara Delevingne and Sienna Miller (once again) championing the comfy footwear.

Now, cult cool label Eckhaus Latta has debuted a wholly unexpected collaboration with Ugg at New York Fashion Week. The edgy, homespun brand has thrown its fearless authenticity into reimagining Ugg’s familiar curved silhouette, unveiling square-toed, structured boots.

Some are flat, some have sturdy wooden heels, but the soft, spongy, oversize round toe is absolutely nowhere to be seen.

Uggs have gone high fashion and surprisingly, we're here for it