I literally just bought my first pair yesterday. Got the 1460s in yellow. So far my feet have been fine, no blisters at all, they are a little tight over the arch of my foot but it’s not painful. My mum says that I probably have no feeling in my feet because I wore 4inch high heels to work everyday for 5 years so these are probably a cake walk compared to that.

@inthewanderyears

2 жыл бұрын

Oh how exciting!! Bahaha your mum comes in with real talk!

@abbyhanson898

2 жыл бұрын

I just got mine and mine are also only tight in the arch

@gigibutt8388

2 жыл бұрын

IVE BEEN LOOKING FOR YELLOW 1460s where'd you find them??!

@Angryoyster

2 жыл бұрын

@@gigibutt8388 soft moc (I’m Canadian so idk if that’s helpful for not)

@gigibutt8388

2 жыл бұрын

@@Angryoyster Oh I'm not Canadian but ill see

I always use the 'double sock' method. I put on a thinner high sock with a thicker ankle sock. Have worn Docs for over two decades and have NEVER had a blister.

@inthewanderyears

7 ай бұрын

That's a great method! Nice work!

@princessbanannahammock3925

2 ай бұрын

Jealous! Lol I have a pair of 1914 triumphs and haaaate them. They fold behind my ankle and are so uncomfortable.

0:50 buying secondhand is definitely great for the environment, however do keep in mind that leather molds to your feet. Therefore, if someone else has worn them for a year before you the leather will take their shape and might be uncomfortable to walk in or may position your legs and spine in a way that’s bad for you orthopedically.

@inthewanderyears

2 жыл бұрын

Yes that can definitely happen! Luckily all the ones I have got werent to the point of being moulded to a different foot shape and you can also change up the inner soles to make them fit better!

I bought a pair of Mary Jane docs in the early 2000’s and I wore them everywhere to break them in and I had horrible, awful blisters for the first month or so. And then as if magic, they became so soft and luxurious and the soles were bouncy and they were my favorite walking shoes for almost 20 years. I think I ended up selling them bc I needed the money, but even then they were impressively well maintained. 1) Wear them in the house 2)Wear socks 3) BUY THE CORRECT SIZE Enjoy your docs!

Bought my first pair 6 months back. Mens 2976 chelsea in brown. I poished them 3 times before i wore them out. That did the trick :) amazing boots i love them.

You’re like one of the only KZreadrs I look forward to watching 😭

@inthewanderyears

2 жыл бұрын

Oh yay!!! Thanks so much for watching

Just got my first pair of docs yesterday! Wore them with thick socks for a basketball game, was out for about three hours. Obviously I was sitting for most of that time, but I did have to go up many stairs for the bleachers, and walked a bit when parking, getting concessions and such. (Probably walking/standing for 30 minutes or so in all) My feet hurt a bit by the end, but no blisters! I did notice the fronts were a bit tight. I stuffed three pairs of socks in them and tried again today. The front seems to have stretched a bit and is much more comfortable to wear now. They're still very stiff, I walked around my bedroom for about five minutes and wore them sitting down for probably two hours. I've used the blow dryer trick twice now and also massaged them. They're not perfect yet, but have been getting better, and no blisters! I hope to break them in in a little under weeks, as I plan to wear them on a vacation that will involve lots of walking.

Hey Jen you are missing out big time re:wonder balsam. If you apply first 24 hours before massaging the shoes, it makes a HUGE difference. I did this with the quad 1461 both black and white which were super hard to break in previously and it worked wonders lol

@grrlsports

2 жыл бұрын

PS I had the same issue with the doc socks! Don’t like them.

@inthewanderyears

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah I bet I totally am! I've just never got it! Oh 1461s can be so annoying! I think I kind of like the doc socks now but they aren't pretty. Thanks for watching!

1. get your correct size 2. prevention is key, so wear them around at home inside a few hours a day, wear thick socks, or 2-3 pairs of thin socks, and remember to but bandaid where you know blisters will form. This way you will NOT get blisters. 3. buy the wonder balm from Dr. Martens, as not only does it help treating the leather so it stays in great condition, but it also helps with the breaking process. And best trick of all, apply it inside the shoe at the heel regularly this will helps so much.

@inthewanderyears

Жыл бұрын

You got it 👍

@rory-red

Жыл бұрын

thats far too much work

Just bought a pair yesterday for Xmas … and the balm. You video was most helpful thanks.

Hey. Nice vids. I just have a question. Not related to the topic of the vid. How do you store your dr martens long term..

I just bought my first pair of docs and this information has been SO helpful thank you for this vid!!!

@inthewanderyears

Жыл бұрын

Omg how exciting!! What did you get? And yay, glad it helps!

@phoebeisphoebe7161

Жыл бұрын

@@inthewanderyears 1460 nappa!

@inthewanderyears

Жыл бұрын

@@phoebeisphoebe7161 omg the best!

While I have multiple pairs of used shoes, wouldn't they be worse for your feet? They are molded to a different foot shape.

I just got my first pair, which are the 1461s quad. I walked around my apartment with then on to get used to them, at first I had 2 pairs of socks on and I put BandAids on the back of my ankles to make sure I didn’t get blisters there but my feet were completely fine (had then on for 2h) so I took of the second pair of socks and put the shoes back on walked around and did my things for 1h and some movements were more uncomfortable to do than others but it still didn’t hurt. The only thing that was slightly aching were my legs since the shoes are heavy so I guess I got lucky with those😅

I recently got the platform mary janes and they look amazing, but one of the straps gives me a blister every time, even with thick socks. I think it’s because the straps are carrying the extra weight of the platform soles. Excited to try some of these tips to make them more wearable!

@inthewanderyears

Жыл бұрын

omg nice! Lame about the blister though, hopefully it stops being a problem soon!

Nice video again Jenn! Mary Jane looks so good!

@inthewanderyears

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Shanie!!!

Gel moisturising heel cushions are great for avoiding blisters and rubbing on the back of your ankles!

@inthewanderyears

2 жыл бұрын

Great tip! I really need to try them some time!

Ahhhh so helpful babes thanks so much !!!! 💕✨

Sanitary pads are how I survived breaking in my boots in boot camp and kept my heels from getting shredded

@inthewanderyears

2 жыл бұрын

Nice!!! The are handy!

Where did you get your sunglasses from love them so much !!! 💕

I just got my 1461 quads and I’m so happy I’m gonna wear them for school so I’m hoping to not get as many blisters

docs socks absolutely saved me when i was breaking in mine (and compeed patches a little later). my only problem with them is that they started breaking down and thinning out in blister areas by the time i’d finished with them. I’d definitely say that it’s one pair of socks per pair of shoes

@inthewanderyears

Жыл бұрын

Totally!! But yeah mine are falling apart too! Great socks but don’t last very long, or maybe they got screwed up from the washing machine/dryer.

Got my first pair of docs and haven’t been able to wear them cuz the arch or my feet hurt so badly. Will try getting the balm and massage

I got the Woman’s 1460 Vonda doc martens and this was so helpful, theyre my first pair ❤❤

@inthewanderyears

Жыл бұрын

Oh yay!! How exciting, i bet they look soo cool!

I just got my first pair of 1461s in the smooth black leather in a U.K. 7 my usual size. I’ve worn them outside so I can’t return and I really like them but they seem a bit big, luckily I can wear big socks in the winter but do you think an insolewould work? I’ve also struggled to find 1460 or normal boots which fit me the 6 is small and tight on the top of my foot and the 7 is too long and my heel slips 🤷🏻‍♀️ what do you recommend?

@inthewanderyears

2 жыл бұрын

Hey Freya! Definitely go for an inner sole! See if you have any that are removable in your other shoes and test it out! Hope it works out!

@amybasilico3593

2 жыл бұрын

I have a pair that are big and an insole made a huge difference. My feet slide around much less and I've been able to break them in so they are very comfortable. I think it was just a thicker Dr Scholls insole. It's actually nice to have enough room for an insole because Docs are notorious for having no cushioning, in spite of the bouncing souls.

are docs meant to be creased? if not, what r some tips i can use so there not creased

@inthewanderyears

2 жыл бұрын

They can be creased and they can not be creased. It all depends on how you walk and your feet! I like creased, gives them character. But if you are worried about that I’ve seen crease guards on Amazon that minimise creased but I haven’t tried them myself

The "heel gel things" are great.

I just got a pair or Mary janes and docs, and I have wide feet so I hope this will help make my feet slightly less squished and more comfortable ❤

@inthewanderyears

Жыл бұрын

Hope they fit good now!

So I just got some of the 1461 Bex's for school except I wear skirts so I'll be wearing tights 😬 any tips , should I wear socks over my tights or ?? So confused rn 😭

@inthewanderyears

2 жыл бұрын

They will look awesome at school! I used to wear socks under my tights if i didnt want to see them but now I wear them on top usually because they look cute!

Wear them while you're young!! I'm 67 and they look like orthopedic shoes. Seriously. I still have my converse knee highs in black so I stick with those. Yep. WEAR EM WHILE YER YOUNG. ☺️

@inthewanderyears

2 жыл бұрын

Hahaha as if! Wear them any time! Thanks for watching my videos Linda!

Just got the Mary Janes. The fit is 5 stars perfect. Two questions for the expert. Can they be worn sockless after breaking in. And seeking tips/advice for breaking in

just got my first pair mono black 1460s i love em so far

@inthewanderyears

2 жыл бұрын

That’s super awesome!!

I got my first docs the 1914s. Only the right heel is turning red fast. I'm not even sure how tight the laces should be but yeah it's just the back.

What colour is your hair now as looks lovely on you

Just got pair of docs. I ruined my heels with blisters on day one. 5 days later I’m wearing them with thick thigh high socks that I folded down a few times.

I have a question, I have those very same mary janes. How do i break in the straps, they are so stiff

@inthewanderyears

Жыл бұрын

The best way is massaging them and bending them with your hands or if you have wonder balsam that works at softening the straps. But I just wore them a few times and it naturally wore in! Good luck!

Sanitary pad was a good tips. I could cut them to fit nicely in the heel and the shoe tongue. Just got my first pair and they hurt..

Just bought the 2976 Warmwair Valor Chelsea Boots and they’re so comfortable even without breaking them in, gonna try the double docs socks with them too wish me luck :))

@inthewanderyears

2 жыл бұрын

Oh awesome!! Good luck!

@localtrashbuddy5552

2 жыл бұрын

Update: they’re so comfy and I basically live in them, thanks a bunch for the tips, definitely helped out. Rewatching this as I’m buying the national gallery collab sunflower Van Gogh boots tomorrow!!

I find the newer pairs aren't as hard to break in than when they were a bit better quality back in the day. I just got a 1461 in patent leather tho and the leather is sooooooo much tougher than the usual leather 😂😭😭 I only wore them for like 15 mins and my heels are already blistered up. I have wide feet though so it's so hard to find shoes that are fit well and are comfortable for a long time. I've always preferred the look of boots or oxfords/dress shoes than sneakers or girly shoes so docs are perfect for me. The blisters are all worth it tho when they finally adjust to your feet 😍😍😍😍

@sophievna

2 жыл бұрын

Hey, I’ve bought the 1461’s in patent leather too and they have given me soooo many blisters in the last couple of months. I bought them last december and they are now, FINALLY, broken in. I think they are so hard to break in because of the coating with a plastic in it. But they are so worth to get broken in properly, hope you don’t give up!!

@ematique4392

2 жыл бұрын

@@sophievna I ended up buying some heel pads so they have made it easier but not gonna lie the process is rough so haven't been wearing them all too much. My normal 1461's are my every day work shoe though! Love em!

@sophievna

2 жыл бұрын

@@ematique4392 it is rough, I definitely agree with you. Hope the heel pads are going to help... I would love to have some 1461's in the smooth leather, they look so comfortable to me!

I just got some 1461s and Im currently wearing them tryna break in and so far the only discomfort is the hard leather I don't feel any blisters

@inthewanderyears

2 жыл бұрын

Oh nice! Hope you wore them in okay!

I stuff my shirts in my shoes! Seems to help!

I’ve recently fallen madly in love with these 90s Mary Janes on Depop. The only thing is that they’re a UK 4 which seems to be a US 6… but I’m a US 7. Would that be taking to much risk in size?

@inthewanderyears

Жыл бұрын

Hmm slight risk because I have heard the vintage docs may fit a little tighter but I haven’t tried to give you a true answer! Sorry I’m not a huge help!

@CrimsonConverse

Жыл бұрын

maybe go to a doc martens shop and try that size on?

Anyone has experienced this? I always have tiny scratches around my legs where the shoes [1460] end, even if I wore pretty thick socks but they never hurt so I didn't care much

I got my first pair like a month ago and damn... I did not imagine it would hurt that much, I wanted to use them the next day but my feet were hurting a lot, now they fit really good, I didn0t imagine tgey woulde get that loose, now I'm thingking if I got the right size... I like your videos, I would like to have as much as you u___u

@inthewanderyears

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah the first days can be tough! But glad they have gotten better for you!

@Sarah-hq3mw

2 жыл бұрын

I didn’t realize and got a half size larger than I would because i usually do 7.5 or 8, and so I got a 8 and my feet don’t feel as secure, so now I’m worried 😭

@adamnsandler1607

2 жыл бұрын

@@Sarah-hq3mw actuakky thnk those boots look low key better when they are a lttle bt larger

@Sarah-hq3mw

2 жыл бұрын

@@adamnsandler1607 thank you!!! I’ve been breaking them in and at first I tried double socking them then I was like why? They’re already loose, so now I’m just wearing my regular long socks and it’s much more comfortable, but still as with breaking in new shoes hurting my ankles. But overall really I’m happy I got the bigger size since I’d much rather a larger size then smaller, since the double socking made it really uncomfortable and I just can’t imagine how much worse it would have been if the shoes were too small.

I got my Jadon docs 3 days back and after having a bloody sock today did I realise aah something is not right. So I went to a party and danced in them yesterday and walked 4km today. So the blisters from yesterday burst and now my feet are absolutely raw. My concept was more you wear them faster you break in. But slow and steady is the recommended way. Also one of the yellow stitching got torn. Am I supposed to be worried?

@shreyasirao9507

Жыл бұрын

Am I being too harsh with my docs? Aren't they supposed to be indestructible? I see some scratches on the top already. Thanks for mentioning about the folds I was worried about them too.

@inthewanderyears

Жыл бұрын

Wow you are crazy (in a good way)! But yeah slow and steady is advisable! They are good to get roughed up a little and look cool that way so you should be fine ✌️

@angelasylvain2476

6 ай бұрын

They have a 1 year warranty. You can bring them back to the store and they’ll fix/replace them.

Oh and pls do a review on the x-girl max shoes 🙏🏽 I want them so bad

@inthewanderyears

2 жыл бұрын

Maybe I will!! My quick review: they are amazing!!

do you have any thoughts about the bex docs? I can't see you mention them on your channel!

@inthewanderyears

2 жыл бұрын

I love them! They are a good middle ground, I have one pair with the bex sole and they are so easy to wear!

@hollydowds8729

2 жыл бұрын

@@inthewanderyears ah thank you! 😍

I had to walk 3 hours to work one day cos roads were closed with snow. Work boots were new docs and my feet were bleeding all day.

I have worn docs for about 20 years now (I had toddler docs as well) and I can't remember ever having trouble with wearing them in and them being immensely painful. I heard of people buying docs and just giving up on them bc they were so painful. But tbh, I rub the wonder balm on the seams of the doc and on the nose where the shoulder line of the foot should be and I'm fine

@inthewanderyears

9 ай бұрын

That's amazing! Your feet are just made to be in docs then!

Can you use the wonder balsam on the white leather docs?

@inthewanderyears

2 жыл бұрын

The website says: Wipe away dirt using a damp cloth. Apply a neutral or correct colored wax based shoe polish. Buff with a Dr. Martens Shoe Brush to restore shine as desired... Wonder balsam has no colour to it so I would say it's okay, although I've never tried.

Tip from me: take a hammer and work on the hard back part. It softens the hard pieces because they get softer by beating it Just like the ballerinas do it with their shoes (ik they don‘t use a hammer)

I just bought a pair of the combat boots unworn from a seller for $80!!! If I bought them online they would have been over $200 😱

How I break into my docs within a week. I heat up my boots with a hairdryer/place them in front of a heater for 10 mins (swap sides after 5 mins if you use a heater). Then I scrunch the hell out of them. No gentle massage, but properly scrunching them with force. Finally I completely saturate them with silicone free mink oil. The leather will become amazingly softer after just one application. Repeat throughout the week. Even daily. Last but not least, obviously wear them. Socks, insoles, and all sort of experiments are useless in my experience.

@bublu8438

7 ай бұрын

Could you please tell me the name of the brand for the mink oil?

My current way is wonder balsam, and a ton of plasters and wearing them indoors for a while. Currently trying to break in a pair of 1461's wish me luck!

@inthewanderyears

Жыл бұрын

That is a good method!! Good luck!

Girl I need to know where you’re buying your Docs lol. $40 for the socks? Also the Mary Janes look great! They were my first pair and were also easy to break in. Except for the buckles, that sh*t took forever lol

@inthewanderyears

2 жыл бұрын

Usually I buy second hand on depop or at thrift stores, but I recently won a competition which is how I got these ones. Yeah the socks were insanely priced but luckily my Nanna go them for me as a gift! Yes I love the Mary Janes!! Super easy to break in!!! Had no problems! Thanks so much for watching!!!

Happy to make it here first 😄

@inthewanderyears

2 жыл бұрын

Happy to have you here first!! Thanks!

I've always worn boots, but I just bought my first pair of shoes, mary janes, and I'm having a difficult time with them. only my right foot though. right on top where the strap crosses over. I've tried wonder balsam, hair dryer, soup cans/soda cans, thick socks, buckling them tight and loose. nothing is working. I've wanted these shoes for 10+ years. I'm very frustrated. I never had any problems with the boots. they always fit. the shoes are the right size. it's just that one spot on my right foot. any suggestions?

@velmasgrlf2546

2 жыл бұрын

try maybe pad on the top or mink oil??

@CrimsonConverse

Жыл бұрын

they should break in 3-6 weeks. Depends what methords you are using.

I just put leather oil and now it's so much better!

@inthewanderyears

2 жыл бұрын

Awesome!

i got my first mary jane today, toooooo cuteee 😭❣️❣️❣️❣️

@inthewanderyears

2 жыл бұрын

Awww that is so exciting! I love the Mary Janes!!

I never had trouble with my 1460s or Chelsea boots.. but I just got the jadons and they’re rough 😖

@sharonirons9828

2 жыл бұрын

Just bought DM Chelsea 2976 Ambassador. So since they are unisex, I had to get the 7 as the 8 was swimming. Wore them around the house for a week, and yesterday wore them to work ALL DAY 9 hours and the only tight spot was by my right pinky toe. I also had on Darn Tough Vermont socks which were pretty thick. I just need them a little more stretched out, any suggestions?

Literalllyy wore my Jadon platforms to school & I was only walking around campus for 3 hours and now I have No skin on my feels it’s literally pink skin 😭

@inthewanderyears

2 жыл бұрын

Oh dangggg! Hope it's recovered by now!

Just got my first pair i am size 4.5 and the shop lady said to go for size 4 as the size 5 looked a bit bulky and way too long. the size 4 fit great everywerhe other than the top of my foot over the top where the laces end and toe box start, ive walked in them and so cnnot return and really hoping its possble to stretch this area :( any tips/experience with tightness in this area??

@lizzonthego7069

2 жыл бұрын

I have the same issue.. !

@_.dana._

2 жыл бұрын

this is my biggest issue as well!!! i have found shoving a can of beans or room temperature soda can in the shoe! i ensure it is under that seam and start with it in there overnight, then gauge if it needs more time

@lizzonthego7069

2 жыл бұрын

What im doing thats helping first i put a bag inside my boot and filled with water froze for 3days then i got a regular sock then i get another sock put it only half way my foot and the other loose half i fold it up where the seam will land on mu foot and wear it for 1 hour a day.. also i put a candle lol anything will help a can too shove it inside as far as you can and then with a blow dryer blow warm air to get it into that form and then repeat the sock and blowdryer method.. its been 2 weeks and it feels so much better .. i also with my hands fold my boot in half over and over again to make a walking motion!.

Is it normal for them to take the skin off your heels first wear?😪. Feet are in so much pain

@inthewanderyears

2 ай бұрын

That can happen which sucks!! Hope they get better and wear loads of bandaids!

Hi can you make a video on how you lace all your docs?

Managed to find a pair of the x girl jadon max docs, stupidly thought as they were canvas they'd be no breaking in for a night out... oh my poor poor heels 😭

@inthewanderyears

2 жыл бұрын

Omg same!! My heel was done dirty but hopefully they fit right for you soon!

KT tape is amazing for breaking in shoes lol

I just wore sheer stocking socks and it let the shoe slide on my foot without causing blisters

@inthewanderyears

2 жыл бұрын

Oh that’s so smart!

Im a 9 in men's and I got a 9½ and it broke in fine

Not be doing a day one walk to the market xD

I been wearing Docs Longer than any of you kids since the 80s and Liquid Mink Oil i never got blisters i have baby feet

I didn’t know this and I just started wearing them and holy crap my feet have giant blisters

@inthewanderyears

2 жыл бұрын

Oh no!!! Hope you recover quickly!

@sin6301

Жыл бұрын

Saammeeee

Those sock are huge, I did soak them on boiling water and they'll shrink perfectly..

Liquid Mink Oil is only way no blisters ever inside and out except on the insole

I'm kinda sad I didn't think about the pads trick today. I am watching this after wearing brand new ones today and my blisters bled all over the inside my of white docs 🙃 Should have watched before not after wearing them too work 🤣

@inthewanderyears

Ай бұрын

Oh no!! Hope your feet (and shoes) are okay now!!

@Inariann

Ай бұрын

@@inthewanderyears They've healed up. I found tape you showed in the video too. will try that next attempt + 2 pairs of socks

i litterally bought my new docs yesterday for an hour in antwerp and I needed to run to catch my train and lemme tell you that was the stupidest idea ever my heels were bleeding 😭

@inthewanderyears

Жыл бұрын

Oh shoot! Hope it’s healed now!

I've been wanting a pear of docs for so long, but they were all so expensive everywhere I looked. But today at Ross I found a really cute pair of floral ones for 70$! Let me tell you, I had no information about these shoes except that they last forever. So I wore them as soon as I got them. I did not have the right socks and my heels immediately started to peel. After that all I did was change my socks and add some bandaids and went to the mall for 5 hours. Worst. Decision. Ever. They didn't bleed or anything, but man are my feet sore. I really wish I knew about all this before I wore em out 😭

@inthewanderyears

Жыл бұрын

Omg such a high and low to this story! Hope you’re feet have healed and you can now wear your cool shoes!

Can I wear jadon during my wedding?

@inthewanderyears

2 жыл бұрын

Totally!!! Go for it!!

@chenedesu1504

2 жыл бұрын

Is it okay if you give me advice what kind of dress should I wear to match with the jadon? Hehe thanks

I want to stand on my computer

@inthewanderyears

4 ай бұрын

That’s one way to break in your computer

🤍🤍🤍 yesss

@inthewanderyears

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Eisha!! Love you girl!

@Eishafashionista

2 жыл бұрын

Love ya too sister💕

Ok off topic but why does Gerti Giggles look like Draco malfoy from the first movie-.... 👁👄👁

@inthewanderyears

2 жыл бұрын

I think they are in the same universe and gerti is the long lost twin sister!... that's why she can fly!

I will now proceed to walk to the supermarket with shoes I used leather fat on and try to buy those plasters you showed

@inthewanderyears

2 жыл бұрын

Yes!! Good luck and strut in those docs!

The mary janes are ripping apart mmy heels. I've tried everything to no avail

@inthewanderyears

9 ай бұрын

oh boy that sucks! Hope they get better soon!

@tammyleatherman1897

9 ай бұрын

@@inthewanderyears any suggestions??

1460 likes :D

@inthewanderyears

7 ай бұрын

🤙

🤮🤮 all about the real dr martens... aka solovair. chinese made doc martens 🤮