A towering platform. With everyday wearability. These newly-evolved shoes pack all the height of our renowned Quad platform into a cutting-edge lightweight construction. Set on an innovative two-part sole — a lightweight EVA midsole and PVC outsole with rugged deep cleats — they bring less weight and more attitude. DM's at full volume. The shoes are marked with all our signature DNA, including an amped-up edition of our unmistakable DMS tread pattern, as well as yellow welt stitching and a scripted AirWair heel loop. Nappa Lux is a classic nappa leather — soft and smooth to the touch Our Goodyear-welted lines are heat-sealed at 700°C and reinforced with our signature welt stitch Platform height is 1.8" Upper - 100% Leather Inner - 60% Leather 40% Textile Sole - 100% PVC Material - A classic nappa leather, soft and smooth to the touch. Construction - Goodyear Welted Dr. Martens’ appeal to people who have their own individual style but share a united spirit – authentic characters who stand for something. People who possess a proud sense of self- expression. People who are different. On a stylistic level, Dr. Martens’ simple silhouettes allows their wearers to adopt the boots and shoes as part of their own individual and very distinctive style; on a practical level, their famous durability and comfort make them ideal for the unforgiving world of gigs and street fashion; and then finally on an emotional level, they are a badge of attitude and empowerment. However, it wasn’t always this way: Dr. Martens were originally a modest work-wear boot that was even sold as a gardening shoe at one stage. So, how did this utilitarian boot transform into one of the most culturally relevant brands of the modern era?