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Dr Martens 50 Years Young

January 28, 2011 By Celeste Carrigan Leave a Comment

Dr Martens where originally introduced to the working class of Britain in 1960. Celeste Carrigan looks back over a half-century of a piece of iconic fashion….

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The iconic cult classic piece of fashion Dr Martens turned 50 years old this year in April. The boot has forever remained the shoe of choice for subcultures and looks to be with us for another 50 years. The tough looking, hardworking work boots are an emblem of British fashion. They have been on a journey of freedom, individuality and empowerment. [Read more...]

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Dozens killed in Argentina train crash February 22, 2012
At least 49 people were killed and more than 600 people injured when a train plowed into a platform at a Buenos Aires station, state media reports.
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Eight bodies found on Concordia ship February 22, 2012
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Radio bombs probed in Bangkok blasts February 22, 2012
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Rangers: Ally McCoist and Dave King meet at Ibrox
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Text from Suzanne 'worried' her new boyfriend
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Implants gagging order claim
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Supporters meet ex-director over consortium plans
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SFA launches inquiry as Whyte hits back at critics critics
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Rangers: fans launch website for cash pledges
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BBC-Weather-UK

Thursday: sunny intervals, Max Temp: 16°C (61°F), Min Temp: 10°C (50°F) February 22, 2012
Max Temp: 16°C (61°F), Min Temp: 10°C (50°F), Wind Direction: WSW, Wind Speed: 10mph, Visibility: good, Pressure: 1024mb, Humidity: 82%, UV risk: low, Pollution: low, Sunrise: 06:58GMT, Sunset: 17:29GMT
Friday: sunny intervals, Max Temp: 15°C (59°F), Min Temp: 3°C (37°F) February 22, 2012
Max Temp: 15°C (59°F), Min Temp: 3°C (37°F), Wind Direction: W, Wind Speed: 12mph, Visibility: good, Pressure: 1026mb, Humidity: 73%, UV risk: low, Pollution: low, Sunrise: 06:56GMT, Sunset: 17:31GMT
Saturday: sunny intervals, Max Temp: 11°C (52°F), Min Temp: 3°C (37°F) February 22, 2012
Max Temp: 11°C (52°F), Min Temp: 3°C (37°F), Wind Direction: NW, Wind Speed: 4mph, Visibility: very good, Pressure: 1031mb, Humidity: 66%, UV risk: low, Pollution: low, Sunrise: 06:53GMT, Sunset: 17:33GMT

Dr Martens 50 Years Young

Dr Martens where originally introduced to the working class of Britain in 1960. Celeste Carrigan looks back over a half-century of a piece of iconic fashion….

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