ECCO began as a response to uncompromising footwear. More than 40 years ago in the small southern Jutland town of Bredebro, Denmark, Karl Toosbuy pioneered a revolution in footwear, choosing comfort over conformity. Tired of having his feet mold to his shoes, he charged that the foot should lead the shoe. A new type of footwear was born, crafted both by hand and "by heart". These ideals hold true today as comfort, flexibility, Scandinavian design, and thriving innovation lead the way in shaping how ECCO builds their shoes.
Quality and craftsmanship make their shoes famous and create loyal fans who prize their comfort and value. Customers know that if one wants a comfortable shoe that does not compromise with trends, time, or comfort, then ECCO is the right choice. Scandinavian practicality comes through in their design sensibility, smart choices, and clean lines. Dress assured that ECCO is always appropriate, whether you're navigating unforgiving greens or catching the early train to the office.
To better build for comfort, ECCO reinvented how shoes should fit. Conventional shoes fit across your feet at the toes, restricting the way your toes spread as you walk. ECCO's "Freedom Fit" fits from heel to instep, allowing toes to spread naturally to better support your weight and foster a more comfortable walking experience.
In this manner, ECCO's design philosophy embraces innovation—and tradition. European design is all about advanced materials, high performance, and beautiful styling. Their award-winning designers draw inspiration from life around us, our heritage, and new materials to make every shoe a work of art that puts technology at the service of nature.
ECCO believes in taking steps to invest in the future and are we deeply focused on building a better shoe. Pioneering new fusions of advanced materials and breaking ground on new design methodologies, they build on a solid foundation to evolve a lighter, more flexible shoe for every day and every need.
ECCO designs footwear to meet your needs. Whether you're taking the stairs, walking 36 holes, or scrambling over rocky slopes, ECCO delivers superior fit, durability, support, and flexibility. Their advanced construction techniques and continuous exploration in materials science add up to comfort you can count on. You'll notice the difference immediately—and at the end of an intense hike or after walking a dozen blocks uptown, you'll continue to appreciate the difference of ECCO.