Your feet are important. They get you where you need to go. Everyone wants to wear a stylish shoe, but it is also important to look for a shoe that blends great looks with specially designed support systems to keep your body healthy.

Walking around on city sidewalks can put a lot of pressure on your feet, ankles and knees. Sometimes you don't even notice it, but if you aren't wearing proper shoes then the affects of all that traipsing around will build up and come back to haunt you.

Luckily, Ecco Shoes knows this and that is why they focus equally on producing stylish AND functional shoes. They refuse to sacrifice the health of your feet for style, and vice versa. Here are a few notable examples of the great supportive shoe options available from Ecco.

The Ecco Men's Cross Coffee Nubuck wth Forest Tongue is a sensible and sharp looking shoe that is perfect for a semi-casual day at the office. It is made of natural brown leather and oiled nubuck and has waxed stitching. The sole of this shoe also features a shock-absorbing effect which most dress shoes ignore, focusing on style alone. With this shoe you no longer have to compromise the health of your body for great style.

Ecco also has fantastic fashions for women. If you are the outdoorsy type then consider the Ecco Off Road LX Thalia in Navajo/Brown Leather. The midsole of this shoe uses integrated Receptor technology. This technology goes far beyond just providing maximum comfort. The Ecco research team spent a whole two years studying people's bare feet. They figured that your feet can't react to the ground you are walking on if they can't feel it. That is exactly what these shoes do. They let you feel the terrain on which you are treading.

The Ecco Men's Coba sandal also uses the Receptor Technology down the entire midsole. Beyond that, the Compression Molded Ethyl Vinyl Acetate (CMEVA) that covers the wave footbed provides even more comfort. This is a great sandal for strolling through summer fields, walking on sandy beaches or just roaming around the city. Made of a combination of leather and oiled nubuck, it is not, however, recommended for water use.

If you are looking for the perfect running shoe then look no further than the Ecco Women's XT1010. It is remarkably flexible and provides excellent traction on flat terrain. The midsole is made from lightweight EVA foam. It is so light you will forget you are wearing shoes at all. This athletic sneaker also has excellent breathability. Wearing an airy shoe might not matter much when it comes to keeping your feet healthy, but it certainly matters when it comes to keeping them happy.

Another exciting feature in many of Ecco's shoes is their Comfort Fibre System. The Ecco Men's Santa Fe Slip-On is one of the shoes that utilizes this groundbreaking technology. The system works toward keeping your feet cool and dry with moisture-absorbent foam. They use allergy-friendly materials to cut down on bacteria and foul odors. As you walk your foot pumps the sole of your shoe and that circulates air around your foot. It is sort of like how an automatic movement mechanical watch winds itself based on how your arm moves around.

The Ecco Voyage Gore-Tex Bootie for women is another dazzling example of Ecco's technological advances. It has a membrane made from 100% waterproof Gore-Tex and it looks great too. The outsole is made from direct injected two component PU/TPU. The PolyUrethane footbed provides terrific shock absorption as well as great arch support. These footbeds are also treated with AgION which controls bacteria and odor.

Even Ecco's most stylish and formal shoes uses integrated comfort technology. The Ecco Men's Barcelona Apron Toe shoe is a flashy and stylish dress shoe that will go great with your best suit. Gone however, are the days of looking your best but having your feet feeling their worst. This shoe uses Ecco's comfort fiber system which allows the insole of this shoe to conform directly to your foot. The outsole uses the shock absorbing PU technology and it is extremely lightweight and flexible so you can walk around with ease. The soft leather upper makes it even more comfortable.

Of course Ecco can make men's dress shoes comfortable, but what about women's? Well, they have done that too. The Ecco Braga Pump in Black Leather is a gorgeous 1 1/2" heel that is surprisingly wearable. It has a leather lining with extra cushioning and great breathability. The sole itself is extremely light and flexible so you can wear it all day with no problems.

Ecco shoes knows how important your feet are and that is why they have scientists constantly studying new ways of making more comfortable shoes. The offerings they have are fantastic today, but they are sure to be even better tomorrow.