For the past few years Dr. Martens have been trawling the streets of London again. From teenagers to adults, there seems to be a revival since their popular birth in 1960. The reason behind their success lies in their effortless unisex style, which combines contemporary and heritage.

Created by Klaus Marten, when he was nursing a broken foot, Dr Martens has had such a deep association with youth culture that even books have been written about them. The historical weight attached is an incomprehensible mix of Victorian and punk former times, transforming us from the skinhead and Goth subcultures of the 90s to the stylistically ‘unpolished’ teenagers today. It’s no wonder that fashion devotees Net A Porter are selling them online.

Comfortable and timeless whether it’s the new trend, vintage or classic collection, they each carry the distinct product details of individuality.  ‘Made in England,’ from the vintage collection, is an example of just another nod to the legacy behind Dr Martens. Paying homage to the first ever Dr Martens boots, the vintage collection uses the same visible raw edges and darker soles by using Quillon leather and is hand crafted by cobblers using the original stitching machine operated back in the 60s.

Former Banshees fronter Siouxsie Sue, the Mekons and Henry Rollins have all been seen in them, for despite coming in a assortment of colours and styles the Dr Martens manage to project in all of them a tough charm, unrivalled by other footwear.

Dr. Martens Vintage collection is available at all select premium retailers.

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