Marcia teamed up with biomechanics experts at London South Bank University- specifically Dr. David Cook, a specialist in how people actually move - to design a sandal that wouldn’t just be comfy, but be scientifically smart about it. The result? The first-ever FitFlop Walkstar, featuring the now-famous Microwobbleboard™ midsole.
What made it different? Three layers of engineered cushioning that:
* Absorb shock, so your joints don’t have to
* Spread out pressure across your foot (goodbye burning heels and toe pads)
* Help conserve your energy, so you can keep going longer.
People tried them on. Their feet breathed a sigh of relief. Told friends. Millions of pairs were sold. And just like that, a comfort-first movement was born.
FitFlop isn’t about trends. It’s about transformation- about making shoes that support your body, instead of sabotaging it. The idea caught on. Fast. And what began as a single sandal quietly ignited a global shift in what people expect from their footwear.
Today, FitFlop makes everything from ergonomic trainers and city-smart boots to addictive ballet flats with a shot of ‘supportive’ bounce in them. And the same biomechanical obsession goes into every style.
### So… is that it?
Not even close.
Ask Marcia if she’s finished and she’ll laugh. She’s still sketching, still testing, still walking miles in prototypes—because there’s always a better, smarter, more wearable version waiting to be discovered. One that will take you from commute to cocktails without a change of shoes (or posture).
And most likely, she’s doing it all in a pair of FitFlop sneakers.
### Why FitFlop?
* Designed with science, not just style
* Approved by podiatrists (yes, really—APMA-accredited)
* Worn by celebrities, but built for real life