Rockport Celebrates 50 Years of Global Footwear Innovation

Amid a year of new routines, Rockport continues to celebrate the spirit of ingenuity that has become synonymous with the brand for the past 50 years

METRO MANILA, PHILIPPINES – October, 2021 – Rockport, the leading global footwear brand that is a pioneer in technology-based footwear, is celebrating its 50th anniversary across all 60 global markets, including the Philippines. Since revolutionizing the industry in 1971, Rockport has spent the last five decades dedicated to engineering, testing and perfecting its comfort shoe technology, introducing some of the brand’s most iconic and best-selling lines, including the XCS, ProWalker and the ground-breaking Total Motion® collection. 

“This is an incredible moment for The Rockport Group – 50 years of innovation in the space across dozens of countries, with thousands of loyal customers is a milestone to be proud of,” said Steven Holt, President at The Rockport Company. “Rockport was the first brand to infuse dress shoes with sport-comfort technology in 1971, thus reinventing shoe design forever, and this spirt of ingenuity has carried the brand ever since. I know all will echo me in saying that there is much more ahead for Rockport.” 

To mark its golden anniversary, Rockport released new models of its iconic ProWalker shoe, including a limited edition version of the ProWalker 9000 in Spring 2021. Markets across the globe took the opportunity to celebrate those releases and Rockport’s legacy of continuous innovation. In the Philippines, Rockport will be launching a “Heritage Campaign” – highlighting the most impactful moments in a person’s life. Rockport being a constant companion is always ready to keep #YourBestFootForward since 1971.

Each Rockport collection is constructed to power a life in motion. Perfect for everyday use, Total Motion® combines best-in-class technology with next level style. Engineered and perfected over a decade, Total Motion makes sure that people can put their best foot forward no matter what their new routine is. 

To learn more about Rockport, visit https://www.rockport.ph/ or check out the brand on Facebook (www.facebook.com/rockportphilippines/) and Instagram (@rockportphilippines).  

About The Rockport Group:
Rockport was founded in 1971 on the idea that shoe style and comfort should go hand-in-hand. This core belief led Rockport to become the first brand to infuse dress shoes with sport-comfort technology, reinventing shoe design forever. Today, Rockport and its other brands – including Reef, Cobb Hill and Dunham – can be found in various retail channels in more than 60 countries worldwide. Building on decades of experience, Rockport continues to deliver extraordinary technology-based comfort, incorporating the latest advances in construction and design into both modern and classic shoe styles. For more information, visit www.rockport.ph.