Where Heritage Meets Innovation
Combining tradition and innovation
Both brands have deep roots in the Czech environment – Botas has been producing footwear for over 75 years, while Škoda is celebrating its 130th anniversary this year. We believe that quality footwear is – just like a car – an essential element of mobility. Our customers have been driving Škoda cars for generations, which is why this cooperation is extremely important to us.
"It is a great honor for us to cooperate with a brand that represents the Czech industry on a global scale. Together we have created something extraordinary, which we as the Botas team are very proud of," says Vít Staněk, director of the Botas brand.
"It is a great honor for us to cooperate with a brand that represents the Czech industry on a global scale. Together we have created something extraordinary, which we as the Botas team are very proud of," says Vít Staněk, director of the Botas brand.
Design With Character
Our team of footwear experts worked closely with the Color & Trim designers from Skoda Auto on the final look of the sneakers. The result is a timeless Botas sneaker silhouette, enhanced with diagonal lines and the iconic Botas wedge, a registered utility design typical for our models. The shoes also feature a distinctive “S” with a caron – a visual reference to Škoda's new logo.
Design With Character
Our team of footwear experts worked closely with the Color & Trim designers from Skoda Auto on the final look of the sneakers. The result is a timeless Botas sneaker silhouette, enhanced with diagonal lines and the iconic Botas wedge, a registered utility design typical for our models. The shoes also feature a distinctive “S” with a caron – a visual reference to Škoda's new logo.
Details From Elroq
The materials and color scheme are directly inspired by the Škoda Elroq. The textures, cut, and lines on the sneakers reflect details familiar from Škoda interiors – such as horizontal lines that wrap around the foot, much like the interior of a car surrounds its passengers. We paid special attention to the materials – some elements were directly sourced from the upholstery used in Škoda vehicles.
Details From Elroq
The materials and color scheme are directly inspired by the Škoda Elroq. The textures, cut, and lines on the sneakers reflect details familiar from Škoda interiors – such as horizontal lines that wrap around the foot, much like the interior of a car surrounds its passengers. We paid special attention to the materials – some elements were directly sourced from the upholstery used in Škoda vehicles.
Creativity in Motion
We spent several months developing this collection – creating over 20 prototypes and fine-tuning every detail. The final sneakers combine the craftsmanship and tradition of Botas with the progressive design philosophy of Škoda.
“Petra Debnárová and Stefan Webelhorst came up with ideas that absolutely amazed us. Their vision for the sneakers was refreshing and truly inspiring,” adds Vít Staněk.
“Petra Debnárová and Stefan Webelhorst came up with ideas that absolutely amazed us. Their vision for the sneakers was refreshing and truly inspiring,” adds Vít Staněk.
This is Just the Beginning
The Škoda x Botas limited edition sneakers mark the beginning of a broader collaboration. More models and projects are already in the works, with more information to be revealed at the Milan Design Week, where Škoda will present its design output for the very first time.
