Rock out with the new Dr. Martens x The Clash punk-inspired boots for fall and winter 2022
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A good pair of Dr. Martens boots can take you from stomping around the streets of London to perusing the grocery store aisles in the heart of suburbia—all with a cool, punk edge. While the punk rock scene is where the shoe brand found its footing, Dr. Martens has transcended beyond any style stereotype and into the closets of most combat boot enthusiasts. The new Doc Martens collaboration with British punk band The Clash is a sartorial mash-up of the brand’s grunge roots and today’s iconic silhouettes.
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Dr. Martens teamed up with The Clash for a fall/winter collection, available today, October 6. While the British band famously wore Docs on stage when they exploded into the London punk scene in the late 1970s, the two icons have never collaborated until now. The collection features best-selling Dr. Martens 1460 Boots and 1461 Oxford shoes that have been adorned with The Clash logo and come with seven sets of laces in different colors to represent the most influential albums by the legendary rock band. Each pair also comes with a set of dog tags based on the band members who have worn the boots.
Almost every first-time Dr. Martens owner has the same concern when rocking a pair of the iconic boots. How do you break in Doc Martens without bleeding and subsequently honoring the “fashion is pain” mantra? Dr. Martens recommends using their Wonder Balsam and wearing their socks and heel grips for optimal comfort. Our tester tried the balm and while it technically worked, it took a few weeks. While you’re breaking in your new docs, there is usually a bit of wear and tear that happens and most people appreciate that worn-in, truly grunge aesthetic. The new Dr. Martens x The Clash collection features boots and Oxford styles in classic black smooth leather and Arcadia high-shine leather with a top coat that rubs off over time with wear to showcase underlying army green and cherry red tones, respectively. This small design detail will add a subtle, cool flare to your beautifully worn-in docs.
However you style your docs, music is sure to be a must-have accessory. Throw on your favorite headphones and tune in to a new playlist on Spotify created in celebration of this new collection. Inspired by his friendship and professional collaborations with The Clash, film director, DJ and musician Don Letts curated ‘The Story of The Clash in 100 Tracks’ featuring songs from the band’s join albums and solo careers. Ready to rock? Check out the first-ever Doc Martens x The Clash collaboration today.
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