Did You Ever Wear Them?
By Janey1966
@Janey1966 (24170)
Carlisle, England
November 2, 2010 8:25pm CST
I am talking about Dr Marten's boots or shoes. Apparently, they are 50 years old. Amazing to think they have been going that long.
http://uk.lifestyle.yahoo.com/fashion/dr-martens-50-boots-article-huib.html
I have worn a pair of black, 8 hole DM's that Mum bought me for Christmas one year. I was ecstatic as I'd wanted a pair for absolutely ages. I - subsequently, bought a pair of DM shoes but I didn't find them as comfortable as the boots.
I knew a guy who was obsessed with the "Bull's Blood" versions. It took him ages to find some and he wouldn't stop going on about them until he was successful in his quest!
So, have you ever worn DM's? In what context? Were they a fashion accesory or did you wear them to shock?
I have been known to wear mine with dresses, something Paula Yates would probably be proud of! I don't actually know what's become of my DM's. Would I wear a pair now?
Don't see why not!
http://uk.lifestyle.yahoo.com/fashion/dr-martens-50-boots-article-huib.html
I have worn a pair of black, 8 hole DM's that Mum bought me for Christmas one year. I was ecstatic as I'd wanted a pair for absolutely ages. I - subsequently, bought a pair of DM shoes but I didn't find them as comfortable as the boots.
I knew a guy who was obsessed with the "Bull's Blood" versions. It took him ages to find some and he wouldn't stop going on about them until he was successful in his quest!
So, have you ever worn DM's? In what context? Were they a fashion accesory or did you wear them to shock?
I have been known to wear mine with dresses, something Paula Yates would probably be proud of! I don't actually know what's become of my DM's. Would I wear a pair now?
Don't see why not!1 person likes this
11 responses
@scarlet_woman (23465)
• United States
28 Nov 10
if i could get a pair of REAL ones,i'd buy some.
but the crap they sell in the states is,well,crap.
i could only imagine what it'd cost me on import tho.
@Janey1966 (24170)
• Carlisle, England
28 Nov 10
What, you mean there are copies of DMs? It's the same over here with the Ugg boots. Some people have been seriously scammed with fakes..not good.
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@scarlet_woman (23465)
• United States
22 Dec 10
i don't think they're fake-it's just not the same quality the UK gets.i've noticed a big difference in ones that actually come from there.
@Janey1966 (24170)
• Carlisle, England
1 Feb 11
Really? Well, that makes a change, the Brits making something superior to the Yanks.
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@RawBill1 (8531)
• Gold Coast, Australia
20 Nov 10
I would have loved a pair of Doc Martens back in the day. I have not seen anyone here wearing them for years, but I am assuming that they are still available somewhere. I would wear them these days, but I think my feet would get a little too sweaty in them. I would only be able to wear them in the middle of winter. The rest of the year would be too hot for them. 
Whenever I thing of these boots, I always think of The Young Ones where there was a song sung about them! 
Whenever I thing of these boots, I always think of The Young Ones where there was a song sung about them! @RawBill1 (8531)
• Gold Coast, Australia
21 Nov 10
I imagine that they would be a well made boot that would last for years. 
I have the complete Young Ones series on DVD! I have always liked them ever since the early Eighties! I just wish that had made more series.
I have the complete Young Ones series on DVD! I have always liked them ever since the early Eighties! I just wish that had made more series. @Janey1966 (24170)
• Carlisle, England
28 Nov 10
I guess if they'd carried on - eventually, they would make a crap series and that is what they'd be remembered for. In a way, I'm glad they didn't make too many of them. That way it never loses its "freshness."
@Janey1966 (24170)
• Carlisle, England
21 Nov 10
Haha! The Young Ones, how I loved that show. It tends to be Punks that still wear them but they can be used for workwear too, depending on what the job entails of course.
I should imagine the company will go on for another 50 years and beyond.
@lingli_78 (12822)
• Australia
3 Nov 10
i never wear Dr Marten's boots or shoes ever... but my 2 brothers wear them before and they say that it is a very good and comfortable shoes... i don't really like the style of the shoes... that's why i never wear them... take care and have a nice day...
@Janey1966 (24170)
• Carlisle, England
3 Nov 10
I agree that they're not to everyone's taste. In fact, I haven't worn them since the mid 90s. It's just that I'm amazed they have been going for 50 years. Not many shoes/boots do that unless they change in some way.
@mari61960 (4893)
• United States
3 Nov 10
Oh yes I still have a pair of DM's Black with rainbow laces..I've had them since 1995. But they are in great condition in the bottom of a box of shoes that have been in the box since 2000.... I would like to give the box of shoes away but not my DM's...lol and I don't have time to go through the box when I think of it...hmmm Yes they call it laziness ...lol
Any whooo, I love wearing DM's
@Janey1966 (24170)
• Carlisle, England
3 Nov 10
Do you not wear them anymore? If I still had mine I reckon I'd dig them out now and again because they never go out of fashion. Rainbow laces..wow, I'd love to see those!
@mari61960 (4893)
• United States
3 Nov 10
Yes and they have rainbow stitching around the sole.....I think it gives them that little bit of feminine look...or maybe it was meant for gay pride... I don't know why they made them but I'm glad I got them...I never saw them rainbow anywhere but Spokane Wa. USA of all places. My friends from Boston Ma never saw them except mine...hehe I am getting them out this afternoon...yippeee
@Janey1966 (24170)
• Carlisle, England
4 Nov 10
Wow, DM sandals, I've not heard of them before. They sound mightily impressive though!
@thedailyclick (3017)
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4 Nov 10
If I go back about 20 years I used to own a pair of DM boots which I got because they were the trend back then. Funnily I hated wearing them, found them so uncomfortable so only put them on when I knew I had to look hip, trendy although I doubt groovy, lol.
I wouldn't mind trying a pair again now just to see if they were more comfortable but I don't think I would fork out for a pair.
@Janey1966 (24170)
• Carlisle, England
4 Nov 10
Yes, they could be a bit clumpy to walk in, I agree. I think they're about £79 for the 8-hole versions but I'm not sure if they are unisex or the women's...I guess they're unisex because they all look the same on both men and women (to me at least).
@silentwill (1685)
• Philippines
3 Nov 10
I received one as a gift and it was one of the most durable and confortable pair of shoes I'd ever owned. I wish I still had it.
@Janey1966 (24170)
• Carlisle, England
3 Nov 10
So do I. I've no idea what's happened to my DMs although this is the first time I've thought about them for years!
@doormouse (4599)
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3 Nov 10
i had a pair when i was at school,they were my school shoes,i loved them,they were soo comfy and completely unbreakable,they lasted ages
@Janey1966 (24170)
• Carlisle, England
3 Nov 10
I never really got into the shoes but I guess you must've stumbled upon a really comfy pair for school. Good for you! You're right about DMs lasting ages as well, my boots certainly did!
@Krizz420canada (531)
• Canada
3 Nov 10
Ahh Yes I remember my doc martin days very well. I wasn't a hardcore fan of them I only really bought them because everyone else did but man i found those to be some of the most uncomfortable foot wear I have ever worn. They are classic thou and those days where great.
@Janey1966 (24170)
• Carlisle, England
3 Nov 10
I loved my pair as well. There are far more to choose from now, ironically but I do think the classy black ones have stood the test of time, I really do.
Glad you liked yours!
