Blaire is Dr Martens latest spin on the gladiator sandal, an airy sandal with a slight wedge for height, a padded collar for comfort, a lightweight ripple sole and — unlike most sandals — a sturdy, durable Goodyear welt. Built on the Ziggy Sole, a super-lightweight EVA material with a ripple tread. This is a Goodyear-welted product. The upper and sole are heat-sealed and sewn together, not merely glued like many footwear constructions.