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These boots have ‘recovering UGG addicts’ stunned — shop the lookalikes for 20% off

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Berk, C. (2026, September 22). These boots have ‘recovering UGG addicts’ stunned — shop the lookalikes for 20% off. New York Post. https://nypost.com/2026/09/22/shopping/these-boots-look-identical-to-uggs-now-20-off-before-prime-big-deal-days/

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New York Post · collected 2026-09-22 · by Carrie Berk

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Carrie Berk, a commerce reporter for the New York Post, highlights an affordable alternative to UGGs on Amazon ahead of Prime Big Deal Days. Project Cloud’s Fur-Lined Booties Ankle Boots are nearly 20% off and receive over 5,700 positive reviews, with many noting their warmth and comfort similar to high-end UGGs. The boots come in various colors and sizes, offering a budget-friendly option for winter wear.
Written by AI on 2026-09-22, from this article's own text only (the story summary below draws on all the coverage).

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Carrie Berk, a fashion writer for the New York Post, recently highlighted an affordable alternative to UGG Classic Ultra Mini boots on Amazon. The suggested replacement is Project Cloud’s Fur-Lined Booties Ankle Boots, which are nearly identical in style and function but offered at a 20% discount during Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days event. These booties feature plush faux fur lining, water-resistant leather exterior, cushioned memory foam insoles for comfort, and superior traction soles.

Available in over 20 colors and sizes ranging from 5.5 to 12, the Project Cloud boots have received positive reviews, with over 5,700 buyers praising their quality and suitability for winter weather activities. One reviewer recommended them as "fantastic boots" perfect for cooler conditions. The article emphasizes these booties can be styled both casually and formally, making them versatile additions to any wardrobe during the holiday season when consumers look to save on gifts.

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Carrie Berk
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Topics

Amazon NYC Project Cloud’s UGGs the Classic Ultra Mini

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Amazon ORG · 3× Carrie PERSON · 1× Carrie Berk PERSON · 1× HuffPost ORG · 1× NYC GPE · 1× New York City GPE · 1× Project Cloud’s ORG · 1× The Post ORG · 1× UGGs ORG · 1× the New York Post ORG · 1×

Narrative

Combing the internet’s sale sections, brand collaborations, seasonal trends, timeless staples and lookalike styles, she makes recommendations that stand the test of time in your wardrobe – without breaking the bank.
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Claims (15 extracted, 1 hedged)

UGGs were my staple cold-weather shoe growing up in NYC. asserted
UGGs → grow → NYC
I’ve cycled through a few pairs over the years, and honestly, nothing beats the Classic Ultra Mini. asserted
nothing → cycle → Mini
But headed into the holidays, I’m determined to save some cash for gifting, so I was excited to see an affordable alternative on Amazon. asserted
I → head → Amazon
They look nearly identical to my go-to UGGs, with plush faux fur lining that will keep my feet warm all winter long. asserted
that → look → feet
Additionally, the leather exterior is water-resistant in case you’re caught in the snow later this year. asserted
you → catch → snow
Cushioned memory foam insoles ensure comfortable all-day wear, while the bottom of the shoe has superior traction that grips the ground as you walk. asserted
you → ensure → ground
The boots come in 20 colors, including chestnut, tobacco suede, sand suede and choco brown suede. asserted
boots → come → chestnut
Over 5,700 buyers left positive reviews on Amazon. asserted
buyers → leave → Amazon
One said they “highly recommend” the “fantastic boots,” as they are “perfect for cooler weather.” asserted
they → say → weather
Another wrote, “As a recovering UGG addict, I have to say something- THESE PROJECT CLOUD MINI BOOTS ARE FANTASTIC!!!! asserted
BOOTS → write → addict
They feel exactly as their name suggests – like a cloud. uncertain
name → feel → cloud
Shop more shoe deals This article was written by Carrie Berk, Commerce Reporter for the New York Post. asserted
article → shop → Post
Carrie specializes in New York City-ready fashion finds for every style, age and budget. asserted
Carrie → specialize → style
Combing the internet’s sale sections, brand collaborations, seasonal trends, timeless staples and lookalike styles, she makes recommendations that stand the test of time in your wardrobe – without breaking the bank. asserted
that → comb → bank
Before joining The Post full time in 2026, her work appeared in HuffPost, Women’s Health, Newsweek and more. asserted
work → join → HuffPost
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