The Perfect Alternative Fall Shoes!
August 13, 2025 15:25
Are you looking for your next pair of perfect alternative footwear for the coming fall season? In this guide, we’ll run through the latest additions to our alternative shoe collection and tell you exactly what you should be looking for in the perfect fall shoe.
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Mary Jane shoes have been a popular addition to the shoe rotation these last few years; comfortable, easy-to-style, smart, stylish, and chic, these shoes blend the fun of whimsical nostalgia into your day-to-day life. Many had Mary Jane-style school shoes growing up, and that’s now progressed into many of us having Mary Jane-style shoes for work! If you appreciate the casual sleekness of these shoes, but want to add something a little extra that you can’t find in your average high-street retailer, then check out our collection.
For a shoe that blends a high heel with sensible style, look no further than the Dr Martens Eviee Sendal Leather heels. These shoes have many classic Mary Jane features, such as the thick strap that loops across the top of your foot and buckle. This Dr Martens Heel switches it up with a more unusual Mary Jane feature, with two straps looping over the shoe to fit into the opposing buckles. This shrinks the peekaboo cut-out at the top of the foot; however, a sharp V stitched into the top of the closed-toe section of the shoe lengthens the space for an elegant look whilst breaking up the traditional Mary Jane mould. Quietly rebellious, these shoes are perfect for anyone who wants to incorporate their alternative style into their dress code.
For a classic Mary Jane, we love the Dr Martens Bethan Smooth Leather Mary Jane Shoes (Black). These have one strap, with the keyhole cut-out shape on the top of the shoe split by a strip of leather that secures the buckle strap for a traditional school-girl look. Don’t be fooled by the innocently traditional design, though; these shoes pack an elevated punch, with a chunky platform sole adding drama to the shoe. The wide belt buckle is fitted with two hooks for a secure fit and a unique look. These smooth leather shoes are polished, with neat stitching visible along the seams, alongside the iconic Goodyear Welt stitching that easily marks these shoes as a pair of Dr Martens. Ideal for a professional look that highlights your alternative roots, these close-toed leather shoes are perfect for changeable weather conditions this coming autumn.
If you prefer a flat shoe, we’d recommend the Dr Martens Elphie II Ballet Flats. These ballet flats are a twist on the classic style, made of leather with a hard AirWaves grooved sole and a pointed toe. Transformed from the mainstream style, these shoes will help you stand out this fall. These shoes have a traditional wrap-around lace-up style and are made from soft and flexible leather. These shoes are all perfect for the upcoming transitional fall weather, with the perfect blend between summer styles and wet winter weather. The waterproof leather is practical without completely covering your foot in leather boots that will quickly become too hot once the sun comes back out!
We’ve recently added some brand new alternative Dr Martens shoes to our collection: the Dr Martens Buzz 5 Eye Tartan Woven Shoes (Purple), and we can’t get enough of them. This bright purple and pink woven tartan upper is an instant eye-catcher, resting on the platform, barrel-edged sole, which is a recurring theme in the Buzz line. We’ve heard a lot of buzz about these shoes, and the release has not disappointed. We love this tartan shoe, a gorgeous blend of bright pink, deep purple and black, with the classic rubberised branding on the side of the shoe that is unique to this line. Leather accents dot the shoe, such as the leather tongue, but the main feature is this gorgeous, punky tartan. The shoes have the regular yellow welt stitching, with a padded collar for comfortable wear from the get-go. The 5 eyelets allow you to tighten the shoe, but we have heard that it is recommended to size down one size with this range; this account varies from person to person, with some happy with their regular size and some needing a smaller size than usual.
These Buzz 5-Eye Tartan Shoes are the perfect pop of colour in an alternative pattern to add to your fall outfits. Stand out as a fashion icon with these eye-catching shoes, and walk confidently into any room. The platform sole will elevate any look, elegantly boosting your look so that you can feel on top of the world. These soles have unique, leaf-shaped grooves for a cute hidden feature at the bottom of your shoe. These shoes are a more casual alternative to the Mary Janes and Elphie Ballet Flats, with their bold and vibrant colour and distinctive pattern.
For another fall shoe that perfectly straddles the line between casual and chic, we have the Dr Martens Jorge II E.H. Suede Mules, available in classic black, a soft, baby pink, or leopard print in Hair-On leather. These suede mules are made from a luxuriously smooth suede, soft to the touch and gorgeously chic. They have an adjustable, branded buckle across the top of the shoe, with a velcro slingback strap for a comfortable fit. With these straps, you can be assured that these shoes aren’t going anywhere once they’re on. These shoes also feature air-cushioned soles so you can feel like you’re walking on clouds, no matter how many steps you take. These air-cushioned soles will quickly mould to your feet for a personalised fit. These close-toed clogs are the perfect casual yet elegant and professional shoe.
These shoes are all perfect if you want to introduce your alternative style to your school, college, or professional wardrobe. Blur the lines and don’t let yourself be diminished or held back. Have the confidence to take on the world, one killer stomp at a time, with your Dr Martens. All of our Dr Martens shoes and boots are built to last, heat-sealed to weld the sole to the upper of the shoe, and reinforced by the iconic yellow Goodyear stitching.
All these shoes have a closed-toe style, which is ideal for the upcoming transitional autumn weather, but also means that you don’t have to dig out your winter boots just yet. If you want to start introducing alternative footwear to your wardrobe, these shoes take current trends and twist them into something unique. If you’re looking for your favourite new pair of go-to chic alternative shoes, then this is the place to start.
