# Chunky Glossy Platform Boots Dr. Martens Jadon Max Boots Sit on Top of a Towering Sole Foundation By Amy Duong | Published 2019-11-26 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jadon-max References: [drmartens](https://www.drmartens.com/us/en/p/25566001) [Dr. Martens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1460-dmxl-megalace) unveils a boot silhouette featured with a [platform](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-heights-platform-xtra) that adds height in the most comfortable manner with the introduction of the Jadon Max boots. The silhouette is spotlighted by its captivating Quad Max sole unit measuring out to be 2.2 inches high. The iconic Jadon silhouette receives some design updates beyond the Quad Max sole including the oversized eyelets and the metal aglets around the lacing system. The boots also feature an additional zipper at the medial side in order to add more accessibility and function. Another standout element of the Jadon Max is the [giraffe laces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zebzag-collection) as a contrasting element against the dark base, with the option of an additional set of black laces. The uppers are made from full-grain smooth leather complete with a satin gloss. Image Credit: Dr. Martens ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.6/10 - Popularity: 91% | Activity: 98% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Chunky Platform Footwear:** Dr. Martens Jadon Max Boots are an example of how chunky platforms are being incorporated into footwear designs. - **Unique Sole Units:** Quad Max sole units, as seen in the Dr. Martens Jadon Max Boots, are becoming more prevalent in shoe design. - **Contrasting Laces:** The use of contrasting laces, like the giraffe laces in the Dr. Martens Jadon Max Boots, are becoming more popular in both footwear and fashion designs. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion Retail:** The fashion retail industry could benefit from incorporating chunky platform footwear as a part of their store offerings. - **Footwear Manufacturing:** Footwear manufacturers could explore incorporating unique sole units in their shoe designs to create a unique selling point. - **Textile Manufacturing:** Textile manufacturers could explore creating unique contrast laces that can be used in both fashion and footwear designs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Bold Maximalist Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/exoshield-xx01.md) - [Avant-Garde Dramatic Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1460-dmxl-megalace.md) - [Elevated Industrial Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rick-owens-x-dr-martens.md) - [Romanticized Shoe Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mademe-x-dr-martens-1461-quad-shoe.md) - [Waterproof Classic Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1460-rain-boot.md) - [Hybrid Dynamic Fashion Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1460-leather-boot.md) - [Over-The-Knee Plush Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-heights-platform-xtra.md) - [Bold Sand-Colored Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anistone-lo-suede-biker.md) - [Lace-Free Boot Expansions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zebzag-collection.md)