After the war in 1940’s, a German doctor who wasn’t quite contented with their rationed boots decided to design his own boots with a better fit and sole, and the rest as they say, is DMs history. Today, Doc Martens is one of the most popular shoe brands worldwide, and has become a staple in many people’s wardrobes.

However, the days where wearing DM’s would make people think you were some kind of punk and that when one wears a pair of DM’s, you’d have to be swimming in black are long gone. Luckily today, your trusty DM’s come in a wide range of designs and patterns, that all people, no matter what kind of style they have, can wear them.

As a sign of their popularity, a lot of A-list celebrities and models have been spotted wearing them. Twilight stars Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart, Paramore vocalist Haley Williams, Avril Lavigne, Teen singers Miley Cirus and Chris Brown, Gossip Girl protagonist Blake Lively and a whole lot more have been seen wearing these iconic kicks.

Wearing them right can be quite tricky, and so here’s a few tips on how you can create a perfect look with your comfortable pair of DM’s

Party

Go for a glam-rock look and make sure that every head is turned your way in that party. Who says being stylish can’t be comfortable? Wear your solid colored DM’s with your hip-hugging bodycon skirt and a sequined top, or if it’s a bit chilly, wear your DM’s with some patterned tights, long basic top covered up with a cardigan or a leather biker/bomber jacket for a more edgy appeal.

Movie

A testament to its versatility, your DM’s can go from casual to glam depending on what you wear with it. For a laid-back day out in the mall or in the movie house, you can dress down and let your DM’s do the styling for you. Wear your neon or metallic DM’s with a pair of cuffed denim shorts and boyfriend shirt or a solid colored dress with a scarf or a quirky cover up.

School

Being in a stressful place such as school, it is a must that one wear something comfortable, yet stylish enough to attract some cuties. Wear your DM’s with a pair of skinny jeans, a fitted top, throw in your blazer, vest or cardigan (whichever suits the look you’re going for the best) and other accessories to compliment your outfit, like a fedora or a scarf.

Concert

Take your favourite ripped denim shorts, oversized tee with your favourite bands’ name on it plus your sunnies, headwrap and DM’s and you are set to enjoy a summer concert!