One day, I received an email notifying me that a pair of Doc Martens I had been eyeing was significantly reduced in price. I decided that even if the shoes caused blisters or soreness while breaking them in, the financial loss wouldn’t sting as much.
When my coveted shoes arrived, I felt a mix of excitement and fear. Like most women, I hate uncomfortable shoes that hurt my feet. So before breaking them in, I did some research on how to protect my feet and here’s what worked for me.
Step 1: Make sure you have the right size.
Sizing for these boots can be tricky. For example, I normally wear a size 7.5 but found that a size 7 fit me perfectly. The right size makes a huge difference when breaking in your boots.
Step 2: Layer your socks strategically.
I went to Target and bought a pair of no-show, cushioned toe-and-heel socks. Over these, I wore regular socks, booties, long socks, or thin statement socks but avoid anything too thick. The thin no-show socks act as a protective layer, while the outer sock prevents the inner sock from slipping down inside the boot.
I know it sounds like a lot of layers, but it actually feels like wearing just one pair. I’m now on my fourth pair of Doc Martens, and I’ve never developed a blister while breaking them in.
Below is the link to the no-show socks I recommend:
Target: Peds Women’s Cushioned Heel & Toe No-Show Socks (2-Pack)
I hope this method works for you as well as it has for me!