How to Wear the Doc Martens and Socks '90s Look
Style Your Dr. Martens With Socks — It's the Easiest '90s Outfit Ever
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It's really just another day when we spot a casual '90s trend on the rise. The latest in our series just happens to be really, really easy to wear. Think of this as the classic grunge "foundation" of your look — pull out your Dr. Martens brogues, style them with socks (to be SEEN!) and complete with outfit essentials that speak to your style. Whether it's crisply cuffed jeans à la Hailey Bieber or a ladylike pleated skirt like model and influencer Imani Randolph, there's room to play with this combination. In other words, you don't always have to wear your Docs with straight leg printed trousers. In fact, someone like The Weeknd shows us how creepers can even be all glammed up for an event. Ahead, check out some of our go-to inspiration for recreating this look at home, and shop some pieces to add to your wardrobe, just in case you're lacking in the "Docs & Socks" department.
Hailey Bieber Wearing Docs & Socks
Find a crisp, straight-leg pant with a hem that looks good rolled to show off your footwear combination.
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Jade Fox Wearing Docs & Socks
Add some texture to your look in the form of a printed blazer or a coloured sock with a vintage-inspired graphic.
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Emma Chamberlain Wearing Docs & Socks
Go full on '90s with edgy animal patterned trousers that skim the ankle and a graphic crop top.
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Imani Randolph Wearing Docs & Socks
Add an extra touch of prep to a pleated skirt with a tasseled brogue.
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Sarah of Hijabi Off the Grid Wearing Docs & Socks
Draw attention to your tanned leather Docs with a monochrome, khaki coloured outfit and coffee coloured socks.
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RE/DONE White '70s Crop Boot High-Rise Straight-Leg Jeans ($125, originally $250)
Chella Man Wearing Docs & Socks
Create the ultimate grunge look in black-and-white oxfords with dark tie-dye socks and a tank or muscle tee.
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Pamela Luft Wearing Docs & Socks
Start with a dark foundation of black brogues and ankle socks and top it off with an airy dress in a natural colorway, like clay.
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Staud Tan Pleated Cotton-Blend Poplin Maxi Dress ($114, originally $285)
Melanie Liliana Wearing Docs & Socks
Sometimes the expected feels unexpected — go for the classic combination of checkered, fitted trousers with thin ribbed socks and leather oxfords.
