An essential part of everyone’s adolescence, Dr. Martens are truly one of the most iconic boots around. When I received an invitation to their 50th anniversary party at The Standard Hotel, I jumped at the chance, RSVP’ing almost immediately. This was one event I didn’t want to miss!
Seen anything familiar pounding the pavement recently? Yeah, me too. It’s all about that boot with its yellow stitching, familiar lacing & distinctive tag — AirWair With Bouncing Soles — from which American punk group, The Bouncing Souls, took their name.
Yes, Dr Marten boots are BACK, & in no uncertain terms. Currently seen on everyone from punk rock ruffians to uber-stylish fashion editrixes, the iconic boot is experiencing a resurgence like never before. With brand new styling & vibrant colourways, there’s now a DM boot to appeal to everyone. (Even my mother fell in love with a pair, & she’s 62!)
They’re creative over there at DM HQ. Not content just with simple colours like black, brown or cherry red — oh no, not them — they keep expanding, having recently rolled out a line of pastel boots (purple, pink, turquoise & mulberry) in super-shiny patent, & even a boot with a floral, almost William Morris-esque design overlaid with velvet-effect flocking. There are DMs featuring glow-in-the-dark skeleton feet & angel’s wings. Or perhaps a skull with a rose in its mouth is something you’d prefer to have emblazoned on your leg.
