Founder of Shootz

Daniil

Even with my favorite pair of sneakers on, it's difficult to keep up with the pace and pressure of contemporary life. When I moved to Thailand, I was blown away by the cultural mindset I encountered: simply, less is more. I lived in the small town of Sukhothai for a year, where I found that people seemed much more content. Big brand names carried little weight; their lives were enriched by different values. A strong sense of community and interpersonal connection combined with material minimalism formed the basis for an easy-going, supportive and uncomplicated lifestyle.

Freed from distractions and surrounded by Thailand's natural beauty, I felt locked into creative flow and mindful decision-making came surprisingly easily. Shootz was born from a desire to celebrate the power of nature around me and share this experience of beauty in simplicity with the rest of the world. Crafting shoehorns with Thailand's ultra-sustainable bamboo just made sense: a fitting tribute to the country I learned from, the planet we live on, and the shoes I love to wear.

An advocate of a simple life!