Martins

Dr. Boots Martens have long become cult and for many subcultures they are important. Today, not only the famous berets are popular, but also shoes, shoes and sandals that are known and loved all over the world. It is not necessary to be a punk or a gothic lover to wear “martins”, because this is one of those few cases when shoes are a manifestation of freedom of spirit and are suitable for absolutely everyone!

First berets Dr. Martens were invented by Klaus Mertens. At the end of World War II, he injured his leg due to walking in uncomfortable army boots. After he had the idea to sew a pair of shoes that would look like military, but were soft and comfortable.

There are two versions: one says that he stole some leather, a needle and threads during massive robberies, the other - that he bought them from a neighbor-shoemaker. In any case, the materials that appeared in him allowed to implement his idea.

A pair of unique shoes with a special sole design was really extremely comfortable to wear. While walking, the sole sprung, so the legs practically did not feel tired even during long wearing.

Thanks to the help of his friend, the doctor Herbret Funck, the newly minted colleagues engaged in mass production of shoes. Used materials were made for sewing: military leather pants were the basis, shoulder straps played the role of insoles, and the sole was cut out of rubber from decommissioned military aircraft.

Comfortable shoes quickly gained popularity, so friends soon opened a factory in Munich. In the late 50s, their shoes began to appear in international stores, in particular, in the British Shoe & Leather News. The owner of this store has bought a license to tailor orthopedic shoes with air soles.

Soon, they were worn by skinheads, who made the red martins a symbol of their movement. At certain times they were worn by punks, musicians, goths, and other subcultures. So they got into youth fashion.

Ever since the beginning of the 90s, young girls began to wear them, combining socks with light dresses. Today, there are no restrictions at all, because the Martins are the most popular shoes of the 21st century. A large selection of models and colors allows you to choose shoes. Martens for all occasions.

The first official Martins had such an appearance, the code of which today we mean the classic model: a rounded toe, a sole with a tread, a metal toe, 8 holes for laces, cherry color and a branded yellow line. On each pair was stitched strap with the words "AirWair".

To date, the appearance of the famous shoes have repeatedly changed. Back in the early 90s, more than 3 thousand models were presented in the brand's assortment: men, women, children, unisex. They were distinguished by the texture of the material, color solutions and the shape of the sock, but still the key features of the shoes always remain unchanged.

Any matryns have a solid rubber sole, which is not afraid of exposure to aggressive environment and does not slip on ice. The anatomical shape of the insole repeats all the curves of the foot, ensuring maximum comfort.

Bertsy were the first, and still are the main line of shoes produced by the brand. They can be of several types: with 8 holes for laces, with 10 and with 14. In more detail on each model we will stop a little later.

Bertsy are matte and lacquered, and their colors are very diverse. The most popular are black, maroon, brown and blue. Also there are models with a variety of drawings.

The model has its own characteristics - height to the ankle, rounded toe, wide rubber inserts and a small loop at the back with the brand's motto. Chelsea is presented in a large assortment: from leather and eco-leather (vegan), rubber, textile, on a flat sole and a small heel, with a zipper and winter with fur. The color scheme is classic, restrained, as it should be for the true "British".

Shoes represent the shortened berets with three openings. These boots are a “trimmed” version of the 1460 model. Initially, they were worn by English postmen, but today elegant lace-up shoes have become a real classic. They can even be worn to work, because, in fact, this is a derby in the embodiment of the brand Dr. Martens.

Previous models belong to the “unisex” category, but open shoes with a strap on the rise (Mary Jane) - especially for women, will suit both young girls and little girls. The model is called the Indica.

Boots with fur are great for the winter season. Outwardly, they are not very different from the classic ones, but they have a plush lining and a thickened rubber sole.

With all its external brutality and brutality, the 1914 model looks quite harmoniously on the elegant female legs. Due to the presence of 14 holes for the laces, the high leg reaches almost the knee, skillfully emphasizes the curves of the ankle and helps to create a harmonious silhouette.

They will look great in a pair with narrow jeans or a short skirt, since the flat sole and masculine appearance will smooth out a certain vulgarity that sometimes slips in a combination of high boots and a miniskirt.

Short berets Dr. Martens - a classic, this is the first model at number 1460 with eight holes for laces, which has gained worldwide popularity. The color range of models is diverse, but, in contrast to the high, low berets fit perfectly with almost any clothing. There are no restrictions, you should not put them on, except with a business suit, if you have a strict dress code at work.

Women's shoe boots on a massive heel were created especially for those girls who want to combine elegance and comfort. The model was named in honor of the ancient Greek fertility goddess Persephone.

Despite the heel that appeared, the main features of the shoes remained unchanged. It's still a thick springy sole with a tread, a rounded toe, but 6 holes for the laces, instead of the classic 8.

Transparent berets are made from vulcanized rubber and provide them with a classic anti-slip sole. Kinda, these are rubber boots, only laces. They can be colorless, colored and with various prints. Look great with bright socks and cropped jeans.

Lacquer shoes of this brand are presented in several lines. It can be models on a heel, high, low, classical. Because the glossy finish is more appreciated by girls,patent leather shoes often make bright colors and complement a variety of patterns.

For a long time the brand produces shoes for young rebels and little dudes. A wide range of footwear for girls and boys pleases with its variety and wide size mesh - from 28 to 34 sizes.

You can buy both plain and printed shoes, for example, camouflage colors, with flowers and even a Hello Kitty image.

The first canonical Martins were cherry color. At first they wanted to make universal black, but then stopped at a more interesting color.

Today, black shoes are hard to find in the women's line, although nothing is impossible. Nevertheless, designers are trying to please fans of the brand with bright and rich colors.

If you prefer more restrained options, choose brown, maroon, mustard, khaki. They can be called universal, they will be the soft end of the image.

It is interesting to look at martinses with various prints: in a flower with the image of comic book characters and cartoons, with abstract drawings, flags of different countries. Fantasy designers know no bounds!

In the current season, metallic leather boots are at the peak of popularity, because this is a real trend of the season. Silvery, golden, crimson and blue - brilliant berets Dr. Martens will be a real highlight of your image.

Dr. Boots Martens have a unique ability - they look surprisingly good with any clothes. The secret lies in such a fashionable today eclecticism and a game of contrasts.

However, these are the perfect shoes for a bad girl look. Ripped jeans, dark lipstick, dark glasses, a leather jacket and coarse shoes - and a stylish look is ready, which has not been associated with informals for a long time. This is a completely universal outfit, which is suitable for any unofficial event. At least for shopping, at least for a party. Convenient, relevant and moderately bold.

If you want aggressiveness in the image, black color and clothes made of leather, camouflage and thick denim will help to show it. For example, in the winter, martinses, blue jeans, a gray sweatshirt and a khaki-colored park will be perfectly combined;

In order not to lose their femininity, putting on Dr. Martens, make sure that the image was necessarily any especially girlish accessory. This may be a blouse or a flowered dress, a hat with a ribbon, a blouse with a coquettish neckline, or, in extreme cases, a pink lip gloss. In short, any element that will not allow your image to become androgynous, unless you yourself want it.

A great combination of martinsov, airy dress and leather jacket or denim jacket. You can wear them with a skirt-sun or a pencil and a light blouse with a flirty pattern.

Even if you prefer strict minimalism, unusual lacing will help to diversify the image. There are many ways to lace up martinses, making it beautiful.

Short martins shoes lace up so that on the seamy side were horizontal lines, and diagonal located below. Lacing will be simple and neat, will not distract attention from the shoes themselves.

A traditional lace-up criss-cross will suit the hats, but it can also be varied. Alternate the intersecting elements so that one cross passes from the bottom and the other from the top, focusing on the drawing. So shoes will be much easier to put on and take off, weakening the lacing. This is especially true for high martins.

Visually to get acquainted with interesting ways to help you lacing video.

Many are interested in how to distinguish the original Martins from a fake. To begin, evaluate the quality of the material, they should be natural - leather, suede or nubuck, with the exception of the line Vegan. These boots are sewn from high-quality eco-leather, which apparently does not differ from genuine leather.

Soft leather is used for sewing, if after fitting you feel that the berets are “like wood”, this should give you the first doubts.

No plastic soles, to the touch it should not be too hard and must have an air bag. On the sole there is necessarily all the necessary brand marking.

A logo must be stamped on the insole; it will not be superfluous to check it for any spelling errors.

Shoes are always packed in a strong box, the brand logo is present on the lid and on the side of the box. Check the information on the box on the berets. Needless to say, it must be identical. In the box there must be spare laces packed in a branded bag.

• Martins very well worn out, so some prefer to take the shoes to size smaller. True, for this to happen naturally, you will have to wait a couple of months.
• There are several ways to speed up this process. Take out the laces and rub the Magic Balsam Dr. into the skin. Martens. You can use a less expensive tool, for example, baby oil without fragrances and dyes.
• Put on thick woolen socks, put shoes on your shoes and walk around them in the room. You can go outside, but do not go far from home - go to martins no more than two hours, and then take a break. Over time, increase your wearing time until they finally spread.

In the care of boots Dr. Martens is no big deal.

1. If there are heavy spots on the shoes, remove them with a damp cloth and leave to dry.
2. If your shoes get wet, wipe them dry and put them on a newspaper or old towel or leave to dry in a natural way. Never use a heater or radiator to avoid deformation of the skin.
3. Use special care products for leather shoes - cream, spray or balsam, which must be applied daily on shoes with an even layer. It is preferable to do this with a special sponge, which is often sold in the kit. If you are wearing colored martins, you will need a transparent tool that does not stain shoes.

Happy owners of shoes Dr. Martens note that it is very comfortable and durable. Of course, the brand gives a lifetime warranty on the For Life collection!

They sew them from very soft leather, the girls who ordered shoes from the official website note that in the stores of our country the quality of the material is really different. Boots are more rough and tough, which can not be said about the original martins.

Bertsy can be bought for $ 135.00-150.00, and for an exclusive model will have to pay about $ 200.00. Anyway, Dr. boots. Martens are worth every dollar spent on them!