Dr. Martens’ signature yellow stitching is a common thread among stylish celebs.
While the boots have been a rock star favorite since the 1960s, Docs are still popping up on everyone from supermodels to reality stars.
So if you’re planning to give some of your old footwear the boot this fall in favor of fresh styles, we’ve broken down famous folks’ most-worn pairs from the beloved brand.
Below, explore (and shop) five of stars’ favorite Dr. Martens designs, from classic lace-ups to loafers. (And for more fall fashion inspiration, don’t forget to check out our guide to all of the most celeb-loved boots leaving their footprint on Hollywood these days.)
While Dr. Martens was once known as a workwear brand — its shoes were even marketed for gardening at one point — it grew beyond its roots with the advent of the1460 boot. The eight-hole design ushered in a new era for the label, which saw it linked to subculture and adopted by rockers like The Who’s Pete Townsend in the 1960s.
In the six decades since, the distinctive design has (quite literally) kept its edge — and racked up plenty of celebrity fans in the process, in addition to high-end collaborations with the likes of Rick Owens and Marc Jacobs.
Selena Gomez, Avril Lavigne and Gigi Hadid all own pairs, while Kourtney Kardashian has been lacing up hers more often since linking up with fellow Docs fan Travis Barker.
Dr. Martens 1460 Boots ($167)
Dr. Martens 1460 Pascal Boots ($170)
Dr. Martens Vegan 1460 Boots ($103-$110)
The Jadon boot is similarly high on superstar’s must-have lists, as Halsey, Olivia Rodrigo, Kristen Stewart and Dua Lipa all own pairs.
Stars hardly save them for casual looks on the street or stage, however; Miley Cyrus quite literally elevated the platforms by teaming them with a sparkling gown in 2016, while Willow Smith has styled hers with leg warmers.
Dr. Martens Jadon Boots (from $180)
Dr. Martens Jadon Boots ($200)
Dr. Martens Jadon Max Boots ($230)
Celebrities hardly zip past Dr. Martens’ zippered styles. Heidi Klum, Kendall Jenner, Anya Taylor-Joy and Gwen Stefani can’t get enough of the Sinclair boots, which Selena Gomez has sported multiple times on the “Only Murders in the Building” set.
Dr. Martens Sinclair Boots ($210)
Dr. Martens Sinclair Boots ($80-$133, originally $200)
Dr. Martens Sinclair Floral Boots ($220)
While Dr. Martens might be best known for its boots, its lace-up Oxfords have been tied to several stars, too. Kendall Jenner and Kristen Stewart have both donned the design, which also lives in Bella Hadid’s extensive Docs collection.
Famous men are equally obsessed, as stars like Tyler, the Creator and Travis Barker also own pairs.
Dr. Martens 1461 Oxfords ($140)
Dr. Martens 1461 Quad Oxfords ($170)
Dr. Martens 1461 Quad Oxfords ($170)
If you’re prepping fall and winter looks, why not steal style inspiration from the stars with a pair of loafers fusing prep and punk? Dr. Martens’ tasseled loafers are no strangers to fame, thanks to A-list wearers like Zendaya, Olivia Rodrigo and Bella Hadid.
Dr. Martens Adrian Leather Tassel Loafers ($150)
Dr. Martens Adrian Snaffle Kiltie Loafers ($150)
Dr. Martens Adrian Felix Loafers ($135-$180)