Factory work boots and a cushioned sole developed by a medical doctor recuperating from a broken foot seem like an incredibly unlikely starting point for footwear that would become a staple of cutting-edge youth culture.

But why would a shoe synonymous with individualistic style have a story about doing things the usual way? After widespread adoption by subcultures in 1960s England unlocked the fashion potential of their humble work boots, the genie was well and truly out of the bottle and the genre-hopping style of Dr. Martens was born.

This year the classic, 3-eye, low cut 1461 celebrates its 60th anniversary, but the silhouette remains largely unchanged. With smooth leather, air-cushioned sole and reinforced yellow laces, the style is a testament to its timelessness. 

If a size is not listed, it is sold out. 

• Dr. Martens 1461 Smooth
• Finished leather upper 
• Fat and oil resistant, air-cushioned sole 

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