My Torrid combat boots are falling apart, so I’m in the market for a new pair that are specifically platform boots that come in black.
Unfortunately, the pair from Solovair (pictured) that I’ve had my eye on for a while (their 8-eye derby platforms) is no longer being sold, and it was replaced with a visually worse alternative where the zippers face outward.
I’ve never owned Martens before, but knowing that Martens aren’t what they used to be, how much do I have to lose by picking up a pair of Jadon III’s instead? If anyone knows any alternatives in the same style that are also Goodyear Welt, that could also be an option.
Is it for work? Red Wing boots are great, durable and comfortable. Get the insoles while you’re at it. Insoles are consumable.
If for aesthetics, I don’t think Red Wing has quite what you’re looking for.
They wouldn’t be work boots, but I love the Minnesota rep. Red Wing Claras are my favorite boots ever.
So aesthetics, mainly. This would mostly be for wearing to concerts, or otherwise just in my rotation of urban going-around boots.
I’d say take a look at their catalogue. Maybe you find something that interests you. I know they do have some black leather boots, I don’t recall if they have combat boots like you pictured.
https://www.redwingshoes.com/heritage/ I have a pair of the iron rangers that I’m moderately pleased with.