Dr. Martens Vegan Blaire Sandal for Women

Product Details

• Fabric Type: Man Made
• Care Instructions: Hand Wash Only
• Origin: Imported
• Sole Material: Leather

About this Item

The Blaire sandal by Dr. Martens is a 100% vegan sandal made with Felix Rub off/Soft PU, a non-leather material. It features an adjustable, buckled ankle strap and retains the classic Doc's DNA, including grooved sides and yellow stitching. The sandal is constructed with a Goodyear Welt on the new Dr. Martens Ziggy sole, which is a lightweight, slip-resistant zig-zag sole with a great grip. With its sturdy and lightweight zig-zag sole, as well as extra platform height, the Blaire sandal embodies the classic Doc's attitude and hard-wearing durability.

Dr. Martens is a legendary brand that originated near Munich, Germany in 1945. It all started when Dr. Klaus Maertens injured his foot in a skiing accident in the Bavarian Alps. To make walking easier during his healing process, he designed a shoe with an air-cushioned sole. Using old rubber tires, he created soles that trapped air within closed compartments. He shared his prototype with his friend, Dr. Herbert Funck, an engineer/inventor, and together they decided to develop and produce the shoes.

Not only did the shoe solve Dr. Maertens' immediate problem, but it also gained popularity in Germany. In 1959, the two entrepreneurs realized the need for a company to produce and distribute their shoes, then called Dr. Maertens, in other parts of the world. Initially, many manufacturers rejected the concept of an air-cushioned sole, dismissing it as a short-lived gimmick. However, the R. Griggs Group, located in Wollaston, England, embraced the idea and created the first work boot with this revolutionary sole.

On April 1, 1960, the first cherry red eight-eyelet work boot was produced and named the 1460. To better sell the brand in England, it was anglicized to Dr. Martens. The range was named AirWair, and the rest is history.

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