Skechers Shape-Ups definitely employ more trendy elements and designs than MBT. MBT shoes are definitely becoming far more attractive, but Skechers has been designing shoes for style longer, and a huge reason they are so popular is because they look cool. skechers has been designing shoes for fit, feel, and support – essentially orthopedic shoes (they call them physiology shoes). Appearance has mattered but it has been secondary. With the newest Spring Collection, shape up shoes seriously closes the gap in appearances.