Technologies

Hush Puppies’ history is rooted in innovation – from inventing the first truly casual shoes to developing dozens of patented technologies that make our shoes more comfortable, lightweight and worry-free.

We strive to constantly evolve Hush Puppies’ world renowned comfort, bringing you the most advanced technologies available in footwear today.

Whether it is our water, stain and scuff resistant Worry-Free Suede®, or our newest exclusive technology, WaveReflex® featuring extreme flexibility, we strive to provide you with important product benefits that enable you to find one more reason to relax.

  • Worry- Free Suede

    Worry-Free Suede®

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    Hush Puppies® Worry-Free Suede®, treated during the tanning process, makes it scuff, stain and water resistant.

    Repels water.

    Resists scuffs and stains.
  • Zero G

    Zero G®

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    Hush Puppies® Zero G® combines a lightweight shock absorbing midsole with athletic construction for instant and lasting comfort. So light… they are almost weightless.

    Lightweight materials.

    Shock absorbing midsole.
  • Tech Bounce

    Bounce®

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    Hush Puppies® patented Bounce® technology reduces the stress on your feet by absorbing the energy generated when you walk.

    Shock absorption.

    Energy return.
  • Wave Reflex

    WaveReflex®

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    Our patent pending design combines natural latex rubber and unique reverse action waves for complete freedom of movement for your feet.

    WaveReflex®.

    Flexible style.
  • Comfort Fusion

    ComfortFusion®

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    This comfort system provides the ultimate in comfort and durability. This unique way of direct attach shoemaking fuses a light weight and flexible outsole directly to the upper for unsurpassed comfort and durability.

    Instant and Forever Comfort.
  • Sreet Smart

    Street Smart®

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    Street Smart shoes are comfortable, durable and waterproof. Water repelling leathers together with Hush Puppies technologies, Strike-Back™ and ComfortFusion™, make for an invincible shoe.

    Invincible All-weather footwear.
  • Zero G Flex

    Zero G Flex®

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    Zero G® Flex combines lightweight shock absorption with incomparable flexibility.

    Flexible. Lightweight. Energizing.
  • Incline

    Incline

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    A revolutionary technology with three- levels of comfort - a shock-absorbing heel pad, flexible insole cushioning and ultra- flexible tread design.

    A comfort innovation in heels.
  • Tech Bounce

    Bounce Air™

    energy return with air. Air construction in the heel and forepart work alongside energy-producing patented Bounce® pad technology to create additional compression and shock absorption for exceptional comfort. when you walk.

    Bounce Air™

    More Shock absorption.
  • Relax

    100% Relax

    A combination of a multi-level insole, a high-tech performance midsole, and an ultra durable rubber outsole for superior comfort.



  • Agion Lininigs

    AgION® Linings

    Superior qulaity linings offering anti-bacterial and anti-fungal protection.



  • Harmony Recycled

    Harmony Recycled

    Environmentally aware. Leather from ISO14001 tanneries. Recycled gore and buttons. Organic corron wrapped Poliyou recycled foam footbed. Soy based ink for printing. 60% natural latex outsoles with jute fabric insert and cork blend heel. Recycled Texon lasting boards. Water based cements.

  • Dual-Fit

    Dual Fit

    Removable footbed
    for roomier fit.



  • Pigskin Content

    Pigskin Content

    This product may include a component made of pigskin.



  • Trizone Comfort

    TriZone Comfort®

    Air cushioned footbed
    technology encapsulating open cell memory foam that allows air movement
    between the heel, arch and ball while
    maintaining the cushioning properties
    of the memory foam.



  • Vibram Clutch

    Vibram Clutch

    Vibram Exclusive Clutch Rubber outsole provides the highest standards in rubber outsole technology for traction, durability and long-wearing benefits.

  • Waterproof

    Waterproof

    Featuring waterproof
    leathers and durable
    construction embodied in lightweight materials
    for all day comfort.
  • Cornerstitch

    Cornerstich

    Handstitched upper
    construction allows
    for greater flexibility
    and improved comfort.
  • Strike-back gel

    Strike Back™ Gel

    Contemporary heel pad provides additional cushioning during heel strike.
  • Body Mock

    Body Moc™

    Anatomically designed, fully contoured and cushioned suede covered removable footbed.
  • Handmade

    Handsewn

    Using centuries old
    cobbling techniques to produce a superior
    quality product.
  • Stroebel Construction

    Stroebel construction technology

    Sole stitched to upper without a rigid insole for ultimate flexibility.
  • HPO2 Flex®

    HPO2 Flex®

    Absorbent, breathable antibacterial sock linings in smooth leather or Vivio®.
  • The Body Shoe®

    The Body Shoe®

    Casual on the outside, athletic on the inside, the Body Shoe® is a versatile collection designed with comfort and style for everyday.
  • SockOut Coolmax®

    SockOut Coolmax®

    Its simple - a sock built into your shoe
  • Body Gel Cellular

    Body Gel Cellular

  • Made in Brazil

    Made in Brazil

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