Outer leather will look a lot more sleek with a shoe polish and buff! These shoes were really difficult to break in >.< Enjoy skipping that step with this pair! Used mainly indoors as a barista Still have a very long life left I ship within 24 hours M-F 💌💨 De. Martens website details: The first Dr. Martens Chelsea boot was produced in the 70s, but the actual style dates back to the Victorian era. Today, the 2976 Chelsea boot is a slick, uncompromisingly fashion-forward look for all genders — and with a sure fit and an easy-on, easy-off elasticized gusset, it's a versatile boot that works with everything. This season, the boot gets an empowering boost from an aggressive, 1 1/2 inch platform sole. Elastic gussets Pull-on Chelsea boot style Constructed on the iconic and comfortable Dr. Martens air-cushioned sole, with a commando tread Built to last with a durable Goodyear welt Made with all the classic Docs DNA, including grooved sides, heel-loop and yellow stitching Made with Polished Smooth, the original Dr. Martens leather that's super-durable, and polished to a high shine Platform height: 1 1/2 in; Heel height: 1 7/8 in