Our journey didn’t begin with fashion or retail – it began at home, with our child.
A Daily Struggle
When our child was four years old, he started wearing AFO braces every day.
At first, we thought it would just be a matter of finding the right shoes and socks. But soon, we realized how difficult it was. The socks would slide down, wrinkle under the braces, or press uncomfortably against sensitive skin. Some left marks, others felt rough, and none of them brought any joy.
And then came the hardest part – the emotional side. At six years old, he began asking questions: “Why am I the only one who has to wear these braces? Why do I look different?” Summer days with shorts felt like a spotlight, and something as simple as socks became a reminder of being different.
From Pain to Purpose
For us as parents, this wasn’t just about fabric. It was about watching our child feel excluded. We wanted him to walk into school or the playground with confidence, not with embarrassment.
One evening, after another day of pulling up socks that wouldn’t stay, we asked ourselves: What if socks could change the experience? What if they could make him feel proud instead of different?
That moment became the seed of Lairos.
Building Something Better
We set out to design socks that would actually work. Soft, breathable fabrics that wouldn’t irritate the skin. A fit that stayed knee-high, covering the brace without slipping. And most importantly – designs that were fun, bold, and cool. Because a child shouldn’t have to compromise on style to feel comfortable.
More Than Just Socks
Lairos was born from that personal struggle, but it grew into something bigger.
It’s about belonging, about pride, about taking what once felt like a challenge and turning it into a strength.
Every pair of Lairos socks carries our family’s story – and we hope it becomes part of yours too.
Want to learn more about the meaning behind our name? Read the story of Lairos
