UGG® Australia came to Talenthouse in search of a fresh design for a pair of their signature UGG® boots in the ninth annual Art and Sole charitable contest.

Now that the voting is closed and the selection process is finished, UGG® Australia has chosen the winner from Turkey – and her name is Buket Pamuk. The design was selected by UGG Australia’s V.P Creative Director Leah Larson, who states, “We are inspired by Ms. Pamuk’s design and her creativity behind it.  Her vision immediately spoke to us and we are happy to make it a reality.”

Buket’s design will serve as inspiration for a boot that will be produced and sold in UGG® Australia retail stores and online across the US in 2012. In addition, she will receive $5000, one pair of her personally designed UGG® boots, one UGG® bag and global exposure from having her design featured on UGG® Australia’s social media channels. A portion of the proceeds from the sale of the boots will be donated to The Boys and Girls Clubs of America.

We are so excited to share her surprise winner announcement and interview:

Also, the highest voted artist Shu Shan will receive a pair of UGG® boots.

Congratulations Buket! Thank you so much to everyone who participated in this Creative Invite. We were so honored to have such impressive submissions.