About petasil

PETASIL was born out of 3 friends’ dreams to make kids shoes.

The plan was to work for themselves by running their own business. The name of each of the 3 friends was the base of the PETASIL brand name as PEreira, TAvares and SILva.

Their dream came true and they founded the company by April 1988 in the heart where the shoe industry is still based until nowadays. Since then it has been a nonstop growing and developing business. Pereira was more involved in design and patterns making while Silva was more in charge of producing the shoes according to the market needs. Tavares is in charge of the commercial and financial areas.

This fantastic team went together till the time Silva left the company in 1999 and the other two stayed together till 2020 where Pereira decided to retire with his 81 years of age. He started in the shoe industry at 11 years old along with Mario Tavares grand-father, then with Mario Tavares father and until nowadays with Mario Tavares the actual company owner who belongs to one of the largest shoe making families in town. Mario Tavares daughter the 4th generation member of the Tavares family, joined the company recently in 2021 who brought more young feelings and thoughts to the continuity of the business.

our mission

Established in 1988 in the heart of Portugal’s historic shoe industry in St João da Madeira, Petasil create stylish, fashionable footwear whilst ensuring kids foot care is at the forefront. Petasil has been in business for over 34 years using durable leather and fabrics to create versatile and long-lasting shoes.

The essence of this company lies in its commitment to creating environmentally friendly footwear and providing the perfect fit and safety. Petasil has always been close to customers from around the world, since the beginning of the brand has marked presence in international fairs and B2B trade shows.

Collaboration

We want our customers to feel like they are part of the process, not just an onlooker. We want them to have a voice in the design, development, and implementation of our products and services.

Family

We are an organisation with people at the heart. We understand family and the importance of a family’s role this benefits the employer and employee.

Craftmanship

Our company was founded on the idea that every child deserves a pair of well-crafted shoes. We believe that shoes are more than just an accessory – they’re a essential piece for their wellbeing.

Customer Centric

We knew that creating a great fitting children’s shoe wasn’t going to be easy. It took a lot of hard work and dedication, but we eventually got it right. We’re proud to offer a product that we know is the best possible option for children’s feet.

Sustainability

We want to show people that it’s possible to make beautiful, high-quality shoes without harming the environment. We use sustainable and durable materials. We wanted to create a product that would not only be good for the environment, but would also teach our kids about the importance of sustainability.

Collaboration

We want our customers to feel like they are part of the process, not just an onlooker. We want them to have a voice in the design, development, and implementation of our products and services.

Family

We are an organisation with people at the heart. We understand family and the importance of a family’s role this benefits the employer and employee.

Craftmanship

Our company was founded on the idea that every child deserves a pair of well-crafted shoes. We believe that shoes are more than just an accessory – they’re a essential piece for their wellbeing.

Customer Centric

We knew that creating a great fitting children’s shoe wasn’t going to be easy. It took a lot of hard work and dedication, but we eventually got it right. We’re proud to offer a product that we know is the best possible option for children’s feet.

Sustainability

We want to show people that it’s possible to make beautiful, high-quality shoes without harming the environment. We use sustainable and durable materials. We wanted to create a product that would not only be good for the environment, but would also teach our kids about the importance of sustainability.

shoes features

PETASIL COLLECTIONS

  • Real Leather upper and lining for breathability
  • More support and protection for little feet
  • Wider toe area for Bare Foot feel
  • Cup sole offering additional protection
  • Soft padded collars and padded tongues
  • Uppers super soft
  • Recycled TR soles

BACK TO SCHOOL*

  • Shaped around the ankle
  • Steel shank form heel to arch
  • Soft padded heel cup and tongue
  • Strong Velcro / Laces for secure fitting
  • Flexible where it should be
  • Non-slip sole
  • Leather uppers and lining

*Bonnie, Bea, Belinda, Mara, Marcus and Moses.

SAMPHIRE SANDALS

  • Leather sandals
  • Flexible, lightweight and non-slip sole
  • Waterproof
  • Machine washable footwear
  • Perfect for the beach

shoes for the future

  • Recycled textile from old clothes
  • Recycled textile from plastic bottles
  • Recycled soles
  • Cork comfort insoles
*also suitable for Vegans