When Václav Staněk founded Vasky in 2016, one of his goals was to save Czech shoemaking. Just seven years later, he was given a unique opportunity to prove how serious he was about it. The brand Botas, a Czech footwear legend, was up for sale. But it wasn’t exactly cheap. So, we launched the massive "Clearance for Botas" campaign, with thousands of people joining the effort to save Botas. Together, we succeeded, and Botas entered its next era.
When Václav Staněk founded Vasky in 2016, one of his goals was to save Czech shoemaking. Just seven years later, he was given a unique opportunity to prove how serious he was about it. The brand Botas, a Czech footwear legend, was up for sale. But it wasn’t exactly cheap. So, we launched the massive "Clearance for Botas" campaign, with thousands of people joining the effort to save Botas. Together, we succeeded, and Botas entered its next era.
From the beginning, we knew that Botas had to live its own life and couldn’t remain a part of Vasky. That’s why Václav Staněk decided to pass on the leadership, but it stayed within the family. The new director is Vít Staněk, a passionate sportsman with a true love for the brand, and there was no doubt he would take it in the right direction. We are continuing to become more independent, and we even have our very first standalone store!
From the beginning, we knew that Botas had to live its own life and couldn’t remain a part of Vasky. That’s why Václav Staněk decided to pass on the leadership, but it stayed within the family. The new director is Vít Staněk, a passionate sportsman with a true love for the brand, and there was no doubt he would take it in the right direction. We are continuing to become more independent, and we even have our very first standalone store!
Some things change, but the most important remains. We still craft our shoes by hand using the finest materials. We want Botas to continue being synonymous with quality. After all, these are the shoes worn not only by our parents and grandparents, but also by world-class athletes. We believe that Botas don't belong in history books—they still have a lot to show. And who knows, maybe one day we’ll make it to the winners' podium again.
Some things change, but the most important remains. We still craft our shoes by hand using the finest materials. We want Botas to continue being synonymous with quality. After all, these are the shoes worn not only by our parents and grandparents, but also by world-class athletes. We believe that Botas don't belong in history books—they still have a lot to show. And who knows, maybe one day we’ll make it to the winners' podium again.
Botas keeps up with the times, but still retains a piece of its legendary past. Some models are directly inspired by iconic designs—and with shoes like the Botas Classic, we just couldn't say goodbye. It’s hard to find a more iconic shoe in our region. However, we know very well that we can’t just look back. That’s why we’re constantly working on new innovations and doing everything we can to ensure Botas stays with us, hopefully forever.
Botas keeps up with the times, but still retains a piece of its legendary past. Some models are directly inspired by iconic designs—and with shoes like the Botas Classic, we just couldn't say goodbye. It’s hard to find a more iconic shoe in our region. However, we know very well that we can’t just look back. That’s why we’re constantly working on new innovations and doing everything we can to ensure Botas stays with us, hopefully forever.