UGG Lowmel: the sneaker you wouldn’t expect from UGG (and why everyone is looking for it)

UGG Lowmel sneaker in camoscio - Vittorio Citro Boutique

If you’ve searched for “UGG Lowmel,” you’ve probably already realized one thing: this isn’t the usual UGG. No boots, no exposed shearling, no winter aesthetic. The Lowmel is a sneaker — and many were surprised to discover that UGG made one.

We’ve seen them take off in the boutique since their debut, quickly becoming one of the most sought-after styles. The reason is simple: they combine the comfort you expect from UGG with a modern silhouette that works all year round.

What exactly is the UGG Lowmel?

The Lowmel is a low-top sneaker with a suede and textile upper (canvas or recycled canvas, depending on the version), a chunky EVA sole with UGGplush™ cushioning, and a profile reminiscent of 1990s running sneakers, reimagined with the brand’s signature softness.

What sets it apart from competing sneakers in the same price range:

  • UGG foam midsole: not a flat sole. It offers real cushioning that you can feel from the first step.
  • Genuine suede upper: not synthetic. Suede ages beautifully and develops character with wear.
  • Weight: surprisingly light for its chunky look. First-time wearers are impressed.
  • Inner lining: soft, with that UGG touch that brand fans recognize right away.
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Sneakers W LO LOWMEL Chestnut by Ugg Available styles

Available styles on Vittorio Citro

The Lowmel comes in different colors each season. These are the ones we have in the boutique right now:

Style For Color
Sneakers Women's Lowmel sand Women Sand
Sneakers UGG Women's Lowmel suede and mesh sneakers Women Dusted Cocoa
Sneakers Women's Lowmel chestnut Women Chestnut
Sneakers UGG Women's Lowmel suede and mesh sneakers with UGGplush™ Women Dusty Orchid
Sneakers Men UGG® Lowmel suede and nylon sneakers Men Chestnut
Sneakers UGG Lowmel in Spotted Animal-Print Suede Women Animal print
Sneakers UGG Women's Lowmel suede and mesh sneakers Women Black
Lo Lowmel Plains women’s Sneakers Women Animal print
Women's Lowmel — Sneakers in Suede Women —
Women's Lowmel — Slip-On Sneakers in Suede Women —
Lo Lowmel Mesh Women’s — Sneakers Sand Castle Women Sand Castle

Available sizes are updated daily in the UGG Lowmel collection.

How the UGG Lowmel fits: size guide

Fit is one of the most discussed points. After selling hundreds of pairs in our boutique, here's our advice:

  • Standard feet: choose your usual size. The Lowmel fits true to size.
  • Wide feet: the fit is comfortable and not tight. Choose your usual size.
  • Between sizes: choose the smaller size. The internal foam molds to your foot during the first few days.

Conversion: an EU 38 corresponds to a US 7. For the full chart, each product page includes the UGG size guide with all conversions.

An important detail: the Lowmel fits differently from UGG boots. Those used to wearing Classic Mini or Ultra Mini boots who choose the same size may find the fit slightly different — the sneaker construction is more structured than the shearling boot.

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Sneakers Women's Lowmel sand

Sneakers Women's Lowmel Spring-Ugg-Sneakers-Vittorio Citro Boutique

Sneakers Women's Lowmel Spring

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Sneakers Women's Lowmel rocky oak

Three outfits with the UGG Lowmel

From our boutique and customer feedback, here are the pairings that work best:

1. Wide-leg Jeans + oversized T-shirt + Lowmel Chestnut. L'The most natural pairing. The chunky sole balances the volume of wide-leg jeans, and chestnut is a color that goes with everything. Wide-leg Dondup Rose jeans are ideal.

2. Pleated midi skirt + tank top + Lowmel Sand. The contrast between the skirt’s elegance and the sneaker’s casual feel is the point. The sand-colored Lowmel keeps the look bright and light — perfect from spring through fall.

3. Shorts + linen shirt + Lowmel Spring. The multicolor version of the Lowmel Spring adds personality to an otherwise basic outfit. It works for weekends, aperitifs, and days in the city when you want to feel comfortable without blending in.

Lowmel vs Ultra Mini: which should you choose?

The question we get asked most often. They’re two completely different shoes:

Lowmel Ultra Mini
Type Sneaker Ankle boot
Season All year round Fall/winter
Sole Chunky EVA Flat Treadlite
Upper Suede + canvas Twinface shearling
Comfort Cushioned, sporty Soft, enveloping
Style Modern sportswear Cozy / street

If you’re looking for UGG shoes to wear 12 months a year, the Lowmel is the right choice. If you want shearling warmth for the colder months, stick with the classic UGG styles.

Where to buy authentic UGG Lowmel shoes

The Lowmel is a high-demand style, which means counterfeits are circulating. As with every UGG pair, the advice is always the same: buy from an authorized retailer.

Among our UGG shoes, you’ll find every version of the Lowmel, with real-time availability, shipping usually within 1-2 business days, and free returns in Italy within 30 days. We’re authorized UGG retailers — every pair arrives with its original box and tags. Not sure which size to choose? See the UGG size guide, with the US/UK/EU size chart and fit advice. Discover all the colorways in the UGG Lo Lowmel collection.

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