It's no secret that Birkenstock's Boston clogs are an absolute must-have for spring/summer, but when they're sold out everywhere 24/7 where should you turn to? Doc Martens Carlson mules are the perfect alternative and are guaranteed to go with every single outfit on your roster.
The hashtag #drmartencarlson is trending on TikTok and has over 72k views alone, with #docmartensjorge – another great Boston alternative – sitting at 92.4k views. But if that doesn't immediately sell you, perhaps their more affordable £89 price tag will.
Doc Martens Suede Carlson Suede MulesDoc Martens Suede Carlson Suede MulesBirkenstock Boston Suede Clogs in TaupeMade from EH suede (a classic leather upper which is silky to the touch), the women's Carlson suede clogs feature a round toe, single buckle fastening and a strap that enables you to wear the pair as slingbacks or as slippers/mules.
TikTokers comparing the Carlson and the Jorge II shoes have noted that the rubber sole/outsole on the Carlsons are much more lightweight and comparable to that of Birkenstock's Bostons, while still providing that dad sandal aesthetic we all can't seem to get enough of.
While the Doc Marten Carlson sandals only comes in two shades – black and cream – with the iconic yellow stitching, the slip-on Jorge II design comes in pale olive, cream, rust and a bold animal print hair which have been on our wishlists for a while.
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Its these sorts of capsule wardrobe items that we're beginning to rely on more and more; the designs that require little to no thought and that'll last a lifetime thanks to their incredible durability. From summer dresses and maxi skirts to jeans, a t-shirt and blazer outfits, these chunky slingbacks were literally made for slipping on and going – and we can't thank them enough for it.
Take this as your sign to invest in a pair before they inevitably sell out too.
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