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
  • 1958 Collection

    1958 Collection

    An archival reissue of some of the most popular silhouettes from the early days of the brand. An updated collection of authentic style for the modern consume.
  • Extra Wide Fitting

    Extra Wide Fitting

    A slightly more generous fit particularly around the girth for those consumers preferring more volume in the last.
  • Black Label

    Black Label

    Top-of-range product using only the best workmanship and incorporating supreme quality leathers and materials.
  • Made in Brazil

    Made in Brazil

  •   Body Gel Cellular

    Body Gel Cellular

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