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Street Style: Dr Martens

A Visual History of the Iconic Brand

Jian DeLeon
Originally designed as workwear in the 1940s, Dr Martens boots have conversely found their success in fashion and street culture. Jian DeLeon’s highly illustrated celebration of the brand outlines its history and identifies the youth culture movements, catwalk and celebrity wearers and musical artists that have contributed to the story from Mods, Punks and Skins to Lady Gaga and Marc Jacobs.
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Product information:
  • Publisher: Studio
  • Year: 2024
  • Format: Hardback
  • Pages: 160pp
  • Illustrated: Yes
  • Dimensions: 186x132mm
  • ISBN: 9781800789760
  • Condition: New
  • Weight: 0.4kg
Product code:
546103
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A collectible, pocket-sized visual history of the ground-breaking and ground-shaking street style brand.

Discover the story of Dr. Martens, from its beginnings in 1901 as a producer of sturdy work boots to its position as a cultural icon synonymous with individuality and self-expression. Packed with photographs and information covering the company's entire history, you'll discover the cushioned designs and statement campaigns that made Dr. Martens the symbolic fashion statement they are today.

You'll learn about Dr. Martens origins as a work boot worn by postmen and factory workers and how the iconic boot was picked up by the rebellious ska and punk movement as a symbol of working class pride. Find out how Dr. Martens became the go-to fashion piece for self-expression in the music industry, from 60s ska to 70s glam and goth to 90s grunge and 2000s emo.

With an exploration of everything from Dr. Klaus Maertens invention of the air-cushioned sole to the brand's 2003 partnerships with high fashion designers, Street Style: Dr. Martens is the perfect gift for fans of this iconic brand.

Also available in this series: Street Style: Nike.
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