Doc Martens: 50 Years of Butt-Kicking Style

Dr. Martens: 50 Years of Fashion
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My So-Called Shoe
In 1994, every girl between the ages of 12 and 21 knew that under Jared Leto's flannel shirt was an aching soul — and lower, a pair of Dr. Martens. While Leto's My So-Called Life character, Jordan Catalano, died a sad network death (the show was canceled after only one season), the actor has kept dreamboat Catalano alive by staying true to the Doc. He now sports the boots onstage with his band 30 Seconds to Mars.

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