Have you ever found yourself torn between wearing shoes that look professional but leave your feet aching and sneakers that feel great but clash with your suit? I’ve been there. My name is Fabien, and I’m the founder of Maratown. As a marathon enthusiast, I fell in love with the plush cushioning of performance running shoes. But when I transitioned into a professional role—constantly on the move for sales meetings and business calls—I realized that classic dress shoes, while sharp-looking, simply couldn’t compare to the comfort I was used to.
In 2015, I decided to create Maratown, a shoe that combines the technology and cushioning of a top-tier running sneaker with the sophistication of a dress shoe. At Maratown, we’re passionate about walking. We’d rather walk a mile—or even more—than hop in a car or take the subway, staying active and fit while exploring the city or managing our day-to-day business. Our belief is simple: You shouldn’t have to sacrifice style to stay comfortable when you’re constantly on the go.
Inspired by the cutting-edge design of marathon and ultra-trail running shoes, Maratown features a maximalist, super-cushioned sole paired with a minimalist, sophisticated upper. Imagine all the support and shock absorption of your favorite running shoes streamlined into a silhouette that’s perfectly at home in the boardroom or any formal setting. With Maratown on your feet, you can walk effortlessly all day without sacrificing style. It’s the ideal solution for dynamic individuals who crave both comfort and class.
Fabien - founder of Maratown
WALKING FOR EARTH
• 33% of trips 0.5 miles and under are made in vehicles! (Source: U.S. Department of Transportation's 2017 National Household Travel Survey)
• Walking instead of driving on 0.5-mile trips or less actively reduces global warming.
WALKING FOR HEART
• A daily 20-minute (1 mile) brisk walk reduces the risk of premature death by 16 to 30%. (Source: European Prospective Investigation into Cancer and Nutrition Study (EPIC)
• Going to work? Exploring the city? Make it on foot!