Dr. Martens shoes also known as
Doctors ,
Docs ,
Dottor Martens are trendy shoes, a
must-have that cannot be missing from your wardrobe. However, not everyone knows that
Docs, now style icons, were designed for a specific need, anything but fashion.
Dr Martens were in fact produced by the German doctor Klaus Martens during the Second World War who, following an accident to his foot, conceived them as orthopaedic shoes.
Klaus developed an innovative type of sole cushioned by an air cushion to ensure a comfortable and “springy” walk and a type of boot made with softer leather, thus giving life to the first prototype with 8 eyelets. It was thanks to the meeting with an old university friend that Dr. Martens decided to start the production activity. The success of
Dr. Martens shoes was immediate, but soon Klaus and his partner understood the complexity of managing large-scale production and therefore decided to sell the
Dr. Martens patent to an English footwear manufacturing company, R. Griggs & Co. of Wollaston, now owned by Permira. In the sixties,
Dr. Martens became the symbol of punk, ska, grunge, skinhead, gothic, emo culture. Today,
Dr. Martens shoes are the most famous ever, in particular the
Dr. Martens boot .
They are recognized by all as a symbol of style to the point that many competing brands have attempted to imitate them.
Nowadays, production no longer takes place only in England, but also in Asia, China and Thailand; however,
Doctor Martens Made in England models are clearly marked as such by the manufacturing company itself.
The stylistic evolution of Dr Martens shoes
The success of
Dr Martens shoes can be summed up in one word: evolution. As is well known, fashion trends change very quickly, but
Dr Martens, although they have experienced a bit of a crisis at a certain point, have survived every change in trend.
Alongside the
classic Dr Martens , the brand has been able to evolve by adapting to different style and wearability needs: over time it has in fact managed to create unique and inimitable collections made up of infinite types of
Doctor Martens shoe models.
But there is more. The brand had the intuition to think about the “family” by offering collections characterized by
Dr Martens models for men, Dr Martens models
for women and even Dr
Martens models for children.
In addition to the
Docs Originals for men and women that started it all, there are the
low Dr Martens shoes , the
Dr Martens sandals , the
open Dr Martens shoes .
Furthermore, over time, designs and colours have enriched the
docs footwear : for example, floral patterns have been added and black has given way to strong, metallic shades or white, depending on the different needs of seasonality and combinations.
Finding your way among the most famous Dr Martens: which model to choose, the shape and the fit
The
docs Originals models are still the ones that dominate today and are the
only ones Made in England.
The fit of the different models is different, as certified by the company itself (
official Dr. Martens size guide )
. Furthermore, not all sizes exist for all models.
For this reason, if you decide to buy a
Dr Martens shoe it is always a good idea to try them on, also considering that each person has a different foot shape which could influence the fit in one direction or another.
The
Docs Originals line , which also includes the
classic Dr Martens , includes many models, but there are some that have established themselves on the market more than others.
Let's talk for example about the
Dr Martens 1460 model , the Smooth leather boot, famous for its resistance to bad weather and time. It has a back strap, yellow stitching and 8 eyelets. The upper of this model is entirely made of leather; the internal lining is made of 75% fabric and 25% leather, while the sole is in Goodyear PVC. This is a shoe that in the first few days provides anything but comfort, but once it has adapted to the shape of the foot it becomes a "glove".
A model similar to the
Dr Martens 1460 is the
Dr Martens 1460 Pascal which differs from the first only because it is made of
full grain leather .
We thus arrive at the
Dr Martens 1461 model, a unisex shoe created for industrial purposes, but which has become an icon for young nonconformists. The
docs 1461 is characterised by 3 eyelets, a Goodyear PVC sole, no back strap and is made of Smooth leather. What makes it different from the models mentioned above is the lining which is made of 45% leather and 55% fabric. Coming down from the podium of the “fab three”, we also find other
Doctor Martens originals models such as the
Dr Martens 1914, a high boot with 14 eyelets
, the low
Mary Jane 8065 with double strap and the
Chelsea Boot in numerous textures capable of enhancing the personal style of the wearer.
Some models are produced both in a Vegan version, in which the use of the synthetic material Felix Rub-Off has replaced animal products, and in a Vintage version.
Alongside the
Docs Original models there are other models belonging to other innovative and informal collections such as the
casual Dr Martens, the
Dr Martens boots and shoes with fur .
How to Wear Doctor Martens Styles Based on Your Look
Although
Doctor Martens shoes are available in
men's, women's and unisex models , they have established themselves above all at a female level. The brand has revolutionized the concept of femininity, often associated with the classic décolleté or the shoe with heels, offering shoes suitable to be worn with any outfit, therefore combinable with any look without sacrificing comfort.
Dr Martens shoes are considered
evergreen , therefore
always trendy . Whether it is a long or short skirt, a long dress, jeans or leggings, there is a
Doctor Martens shoe suitable for every style. ( Read also: How to wear Dr Martens: style guide)
Many are the famous brands that, in presenting their new collections, have reconfirmed
Doctor Martens shoes as style icons associated with bold looks such as pencil skirts, miniskirts, jeans, blazers, maxi dresses, blouses and comfort trousers and even oversized suits.
Where can I buy Doctor Martens models?
Motta Fashion Place is an official retailer of the famous
Dr Martens boots and shoes. Come and discover all the models on our e-commerce site, go to our store where you can try them on and have fun imagining them combined with your outfits.
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