Syrian refugee launches luxury sneaker brand in France
The 30-year-old studied fashion in Damascus but abandoned hopes of a career in his homeland and fled the war to settle in Lille.
Syrian designer Daniel Essa poses with his prototype luxury sneakers displayed to be seen for online sale at a concept store in Lille, France, June 6, 2018. Picture taken June 6, 2018(photo credit: NOEMIE OLIVE/REUTERS)Updated: