Deckers Outdoor Corporation announced that UGG Australia has been named Brand of the Year for 2004 by Footwear Plus, a leading footwear trade publication.
Doug Otto, President and Chief Executive Officer of Deckers Outdoor Corporation, stated, “This award is extremely gratifying especially as it is voted on by the leading retailers in the footwear industry and represents a great way to end a tremendous year for the brand and our company. I believe this recognition underscores the continued strength and growing importance of the UGG brand in the marketplace. I would like to thank Footwear Plus and the footwear retail community for their continued support, and our entire team for their hard work and dedication.”