Brooks & Co Competitors

Our now-iconic air-cushioned sole was designed by a German inventor, Dr. Klaus Maertens. But while our sole may be German, our soul is undeniably British. British shoe-makers, R Griggs and Co, bought the rights to that air-cushioned sole. Added in the iconic yellow stitch and grooves. Fastened the scripted heel-loop. And set about flogging these 8-eye boots to workmen. But fate intervened. Dr. Martens may have been made for industry but, as it turns out, they were destined for the stage. Subverted early on by subcultures, they paved the way for a new kind of rebellious self-expression. From the punks of 70s London to the grungers of 90s Seattle, Dr. Martens have always stood with those who dare to be different. Subcultures may fade out and evolve but our alternative spirit is a constant. And as for what the future holds? We have offices in London, Northampton, Paris, Düsseldorf, Portland, across Asia and an ever-expanding global retail portfolio. We have the respect of big-name fashion giants – think Supreme and Yohji Yamamoto – enabling us to engage in exciting partnerships season after season. We want to mean something to everyone who laces up our boots: from the first-timers to the Docs veterans. Do you have what it takes to help us? We need ambitious, passionate, people – with rebel fire in their hearts.

To come and work at Ted you have to be ten feet tall and have wings and a magical staff you can use to get jobs done on time. Actually, you don’t, but you do need oodles of passion, enthusiasm and creativity to boot. We've been around since 1988, building our British label into a global brand using nothing but our wits and the amazing team we have in place. From London to Shanghai and Tokyo to New York, our focus on service and style has gained us fans in any far-flung places you can think of. Check out our opportunities and connect with us to find out what we’re all about!

Kurt Geiger is a leading London-based footwear and accessories brand powered by creativity and kindness. For over 60 years, the brand's in-house design team has created distinctive shoes and accessories inspired by London's creativity, diversity and energy, empowering customers through statement-making style. Driven by a commitment to build a kinder, more inclusive fashion community, Kurt Geiger champions a range of initiatives that support individuals, charities and global causes. The Kurt Geiger portfolio includes Kurt Geiger London and Carvela, offering footwear and accessories for women, men and children. Today, Kurt Geiger operates more than 70 stores and 15 boutiques worldwide, alongside its global e-commerce platform, serving a growing customer base across North America, Europe, the Middle East, China and Australia.