There are two things that Rockport shoes values most in its products, and those are comfort and style. When it comes to the former, this brand has dedicated years to developing technologies that improve customer experience, help them feel more supported, more cushioned and better balanced no matter where they go.

And while there are many advanced features to choose from, which we will go into more detail about in our next section, here we have to mention an innovation that is present in almost all of Rockport shoes designs - the backbone of this brand’s comfort, if you will.

TruTECH technology is a lightweight comfort system, and its main quality is that it absorbs shock, particularly in the heel area. This means that the pounding of the heel with each step is reduced, and consequently, you are at a lesser risk of developing foot-related medical conditions such as plantar fasciitis.

This Rockport shoe technology comes in a version for women, or for high heeled shoes, and a version for men. Their only difference is that the version for high heels has an extra part in the form of truTECH+, which also provides light rebound at the forefoot. With impact absorption at the heel and that light rebound at the front, heels have never been as comfortable to walk in as with the truTECH and truTECH+ technologies.

As we already established, Rockport shoes considers comfort and style to be different sides of the same coin, and thus it aims to incorporate all of their construction advances into both contemporary and more classic Rockport shoe designs. Their goal is for their customers to feel just as good in an office meeting as they would at a picnic in a park.

Their dedication to pushing the boundaries of form and function is nothing short of admirable, and we are ready to take a closer look at all the brilliant features they include in their designs.

Total Motion

Total Motion is a veritable system of Rockport shoe features and benefits that you have to experience for yourself to believe that something that comfortable exists. It represents ‘smart shoes for smart people’, and the entire Total Motion technology can be divided into three key versions:

• Total Motion Luxe
  Total Motion Luxe includes truTECH, an enzyme treated liner which controls odor and wicks away moisture, as well as a leather footbed for an easy fit and added breathability. It also comes with a full-length stability plate that provides stability in the heel but flexibility in the forefoot.
• Women’s Total Motion
  This version of the Total Motion technology is similar to the Luxe one, with only a couple of key differences: in the case of Women’s Total Motion there is no enzyme treated liner included in the construction, and the footbed isn’t made out of leather.
  However, to compensate for this, the footbed is instead extra cushioned in the heel and especially the forefoot. This is important for Rockport shoe designs which have high heels, because it helps cushion the footsteps and relieves pressure off of the heel, as well as the ankle, the knee and even the hip.
• Men’s Total Motion
  Similarly to the Women’s Total Motion, the Men’s variant also bears some common features with the Total Motion Luxe, but it also has some new ones, which we haven’t encountered before.
  Instead of a leather footbed and an enzyme treated liner, Men’s Total motion has a special antimicrobial, moisture-wicking EVA one. It adds an extra layer of comfort and absorbs odors, as well as prevents the development of bacterial infections, such as athlete’s foot.
  Men’s Total Motion also comes with added arch support. A long-lasting comfortable foundation is important, especially if you are spending extended periods of time in your Rockport shoes, and Men’s Total Motion technology is there to ensure that.

truFLEX

Along with truTECH, there is also truFLEX which provides ultimate flexibility and stability. It also ensures energy rebound thanks to a specially constructed high-density spine. As with all Rockport shoes other technologies, truFLEX is also divided into two categories, based on the designs of women’s footwear, or heels, and men’s footwear.

• Women’s truFLEX
  Footwear which comes with the Women’s version of the truFLEX technology has a leather, retention foam footbed. This is actually a 6mm thick layer of soft, pillowy foam which provides support along the entire length of the foot. The fact that it is leather means that this footbed has that distinct ability to change shape to better fit the contours of the foot, as well as the ability to promote proper airflow in and out of the design.
  Women’s truFLEX also includes an EVA spine, which absorbs impact. It has the unique ability to stabilize the foot, as well as to transfer momentum forward for a more energized stride.
  In this technology we can also find a lightweight rubber outsole, which has special responsive grooves that flex at the forefoot for increased flexibility of the overall construction.
  Finally, as it is the case in all other Rockport shoe technology examples, Women’s truFLEX also comes with truTECH and truTECH+ systems.
• Men’s truFLEX
  Unlike the above version, Men’s truFLEX doesn’t have as many features. Though that doesn’t mean that this type of technology is any less effective in delivering maximum comfort.
  Designs outfitted with Men’s truFLEX have a high-density spine which provides stability and energy rebound at toe-off. They also have an Ortholite footbed, which is an entire comfort system in and of itself.
  Ortholite footbeds are made out of layers. These ensure that the compression of the footbed is less than 5% over time, which basically means that the cushioning and shock-absorbing effect of this footbed doesn’t change. Ortholite is made from PU foam which ensures ultimate breathability, keeping the foot cool inside the design. It also has a moisture-management feature, which moves moisture away from the feet and provides a healthy climate.
  Finally, Men’s truFLEX comes with a flexible outsole, which is extremely lightweight and promotes natural, balanced movement.

It is undeniable that every design we have seen in this Rockport shoe guide has that aura of timeless class about it. While the brand definitely has diverse designs, they don’t exactly follow all the latest fashion trends. Rather, Rockport shoes focuses on options which withstand the test of time, and which will become a permanent staple in your wardrobe.

All of the options from our Rockport shoe list can be easily divided into those which are more casual in design - such as a walking shoe, for example - and those which are dressier, footwear that can be worn with a suit, a preppy resort outfit, or even a tuxedo.

In general, Rockport shoes has a goal of providing you with the most comfortable experience for every aspect of your life. That way their options include rugged outdoor designs, which you can wear if you work outside or enjoy exploring tame hiking trails, shiny, polished loafers which can be worn with cropped pants and without socks to show off your ankles, and fashionable, whimsy oxfords which complement all semi-formal and formal outfits.

Whatever you choose and whichever way you decide to go in terms of aesthetic, you can count on Rockport shoes to deliver maximum comfort with a classic appearance.

Since footwear construction and the materials it is made of are a large factor when it comes to comfort, you can be sure that Rockport shoes pays special attention to that. All of the footwear in their collections is made out of premium materials, such as smooth leathers, soft suedes and rich textiles.

Their choice of materials is largely based on its properties, and this is why synthetics don’t usually come into play. Synthetics, while environmentally-friendly, tend not to last long, or have as good qualities as natural materials.

Leathers, on the other hand, such as full grain and suede, outshine all others in terms of durability, breathability and even flexibility. What is wonderful about natural materials is that they are malleable, and they easily change shape over time. The more you wear a genuine leather design, the more it molds to the form of your foot, providing you with a customized, glove-like fit which you will find hard to resist.

There is something inherently satisfying in purchasing a new pair of high quality comfortable Rockport shoes, and knowing that you would be able to wear them practically wherever you want, whenever you want.

While footwear for special occasions is nice, and it makes us feel festive and hollywood-like, at the end of the day it is not very cost-efficient. Designs which we wear only once in a while, or even less frequently than that, take a toll on our budget - there is always that question of whether or not the purchase was really worth it.

However, Rockport shoes strives to provide us with versatile designs, such we can wear in many occasions, and with many different outfits. We felt compelled to rank the items from our list according to the versatility of their style as well, since having that go-to option for both work and play simplifies our lifestyle and saves us precious time that we would otherwise waste on picking out just the right design for the event we’re going to.