Certain shoes will go down in fashion history as truly revolutionary, so check out our top five and get your hands on these timeless trends with gorgeous women’s boots from Littlewoods.
Dr. Martens
The famous air-cushioned sole was invented by Munich-based doctor Klaus Märtens, who joined forces with the Griggs family of Northampton in 1960. They brought the boots to Britain where the name was anglicised and a legend born.
Changed the world?
Originally sold as footwear for industrial workers, the boots were adopted by ’70s teens in homage to the working man, and remain symbolic of a non-conforming attitude.
Timberland Hiker Boots
The tough New England climate inspired high-quality outdoor shoes which can be worn everywhere from the mountains to the streets.
Changed the world?
From a practical perspective, Timberland were responsible for introducing injection moulding to the footwear industry, fusing soles to leather uppers without stitching to make the first fully waterproof shoes.
Ugg Boots
Originally worn on the beach by Australia surfers, Uggs took off in surf-happy California in the ’70s. By the mid ’80s the UGG brand had become a symbol of style and comfort, cheerfully rejecting the idea that ‘pain is beauty’.
Changed the world?
Uggs allowed fashion to shift its gaze from slick city style to luxurious comfort, saving us all from cold feet in the process.
Kickers
This youthful brand was founded in 1970 by Frenchman Daniel Raufast, who created a denim shoe specifically for wearing with jeans.
Changed the world?
Kickers have carried the UK through many music revolutions, and while Elton John and David Bowie secured Kickers’ place in rock ‘n’ roll history, they’ve also been part of the ’90s acid house movement, the Brit Pop scene and the garage and hip-hop packed 00’s.
Converse All Stars
Converse began as rubber shoe manufacturers but they’re most famous for creating iconic basketball boots. The famous star logo can be spotted on people around the world, from sporting heroes to rock stars and other fans of the cool casual style.
Changed the world?
Converse have become such a staple of everyday wear throughout the world that no event is now too formal or obscure for them to make an appearance – Drew Barrymore, Demi Lovato and Kristen Stewart have all sported the classic sneakers on the red carpet.
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