Fall Footwear Trends Are Fleeting, But These Classic Boots Are Forever

Some things never go out of style and I’d argue that Dr. Martens’ iconic 1460 boots are among them. I’ll never forget my first pair—they were hot pink, patent leather, and worked perfectly with leopard-printed jeans and sequin tops. I was 14, and those boots defined my personal style. Today, I’m still reaching for these Dr. Martens classics, but in a much more versatile colorway: classic black. With their durability, wearability, and signature style, these boots are truly like no other. They are universally beloved, no matter one’s personal aesthetic. My co-workers are the perfect example—Eliza Huber always goes for a polished look, Aniyah Morinia loves to test out new trends, and Yusra Siddiqui mixes femininity with masculine touches. Yet, the common denominator of all three of their fall styles is—drumroll, please—the 1460 boots. To see how they’re styling them this season, keep reading.

“There are so many ways to style a pair of boots like the 1460s, and honestly, none of them are wrong. What makes them so everlasting in culture is how versatile and wearable they are. I decided to style them with faded black stovepipe jeans, a chunky cardigan, and a black leather belt with gold hardware. This is an everyday type of outfit that I never tire of, so it only made sense that I wear my 1460s, boots that I also never get bored of. I also love the idea of styling them with a silk slip dress or an A-line skirt to balance out the more rugged aesthetic of the boots. What I love now and have loved for years about the 1460 boots is how classic they are. I like to think that my wardrobe revolves around that same concept of timeless appeal and versatility. Everything in my closet works with the item next to it, just like the 1460s. They go with dresses, skirts, jeans, trousers, shorts—the works—and complement each of them perfectly.” — Eliza Huber, senior fashion editor

“Growing up, so many of the cool kids wore Dr. Martens to school! They’d style them with jeans and our uniform polo, looking a lot more stylish than I’d like to admit. My style in high school and early college erred on the preppy side, so I never thought I could actually pull these boots off. Fast-forward a few years, and I realized how wrong I was. To prove it to myself, I styled the iconic 1460 boots with a collared shirt and some high-waisted trousers. Rugby shirts made a huge comeback this fall but they also feel like an ode to my old style. What I love about my trousers is that I can always tuck them in to make my boots the star of my outfit or wear them as puddle pants, letting the boots peek out from under them. Regardless of how you wear them, everyone will know that you’re sporting the 1460 boots, which is a true testament to their timelessness.” — Aniyah Morinia, fashion and beauty editor

“My style has matured over the years, and with that, I’ve traded in skinny jeans and leather leggings for poplin and satin skirts to feel more polished. For this outfit, I paired a classic satin skirt with a bright red sweater—an outfit combination that feels quintessentially fall. A pair of flats or heels would feel a bit too sophisticated for my liking, so the 1460 boots really tie the whole together while staying true to my personal style. My favorite feature of the 1460 boots is how durable they are. I commute to NYC for work, so I’m always running to different trains and subways—I need shoes that are fine with being scuffed against pavements and train platforms, and work for any kind of weather (I’ve had too many shoes ruined by the rain). I know that these boots will last in my wardrobe (they have been relevant for 60 years and counting) so that makes the investment all the more alluring!” — Yusra Siddiqui, associate fashion editor