I’m a self-confessed shoe hoarder and footwear fanatic—nothing makes me happier than unboxing a fresh pair. I don’t discriminate either: from fancy party heels to the most sensible of stompy boots, all are welcome in my wardrobe. The latter—that’s stompy boots—are becoming an increasingly important category in my footwear repetoire, and no one does them better than Dr. Martens. Fact. The brand is never far from the hearts and minds of the style conscious as their heritage styles are nothing short of iconic, but with both fresh iterations and old favourites coming to the fore, the brand has been enjoying something of an ongoing renaissance over the past few years. The collective fashion desire for comfortable, long-lasting, easy pieces to throw on every day of the week—shoes included—puts them ahead of the competition.
Thanks to their enduring appeal, they’re a great option to add to your own Christmas wish list or to consider as a present for someone else. As a classic item that will last a lifetime and suit many a personal taste, they are a solid option. Whether classic lace-ups, shearling-lined Chelsea boots or influencer-loved chunky-soled Mary Janes and loafers, any pair of DMs will provide the kind of gift that many will be impressed by and incredibly pleased with. Not to mention, I’m pretty sure one gets more wear out of a pair of Dr. Martens than probably any other gift ever received. Keep scrolling to see the Dr. Martens styles that have a fashion editor’s seal of approval.
A great way to keep your feet warm during the cold snap.
The stacked platform soles have been selling like crazy for a few winters in a row now.
The flower buckle is an unexpectedly sweet addition.
A time-honoured style in a more unusual colourway.
Simple but effective… they also make you taller!
A perfect pair of brown boots can be just as useful in a wardrobe as black.
Just picture these with an oversized trouser suit.
1460s are tough to break in but last a lifetime once they’ve moulded to your feet.
A little leopard print goes a long way—pair these with a plain outfit and they’ll really stand out.
Did you know Dr. Martens had lots of vegan options?
The easiest way to quickly add a point of difference to a classic dress outfit.
This rich shade of tan looks so good set against denim.
If making a statement is your aim, these are the ones.
For the people who are wedded to the hiker boot style.
As someone who likes to look after their shoes, this ticks a lot of boxes for me. Check out the rest of the Dr. Martens collection now.
