Dato' Professor Jimmy Choo OBE, born Jimmy CHOW Yeang Keat, is a London-based women's luxury fashion designer best known for his exquisite hand-made shoes.
Choo is a Malaysian of Hakka Chinese descent who was born in Penang in 1961 into a family of shoemakers. He made his first shoe when he was 11 years old. He is perhaps the most famous of alumni of Cordwainers' Technical College in London, from which he graduated in 1983. The college is now part of the London College of Fashion.
Choo's humble beginnings can be traced back to his workshop in Hackney, East London. His excellent craftsmanship and designs soon became noticed and he came to the verge of international fame when his creations were featured in a record eight pages in a 1988 issue of Vogue magazine. Regular patronage from Diana, Princess of Wales further boosted his image.
In 1996, he co-founded Jimmy Choo Ltd with UK Vogue accessories editor Tamara Mellon.
In April 2001, Choo sold his 50% stake in the company for £10 million. He has since concentrated his work on the exclusive Jimmy Choo Couture line produced under license from Jimmy Choo Ltd. This is available, by appointment only, at Connaught Street off Oxford Street in London. The Jimmy Choo London line, also known as Jimmy Choo ready-to-wear or simply, Jimmy Choo, is now under the purview of Tamara Mellon and Sandra Choi. Choi, who was an apprentice under Choo, is the Creative Director at the company. She is the niece of Choo's wife Rebecca. The ready-to-wear line has expanded to include accessories such as handbags.
Choo resides chiefly in London and continues to inspire budding shoemakers and fashion designers around the world, especially in his country of birth Malaysia.
Jimmy Choo
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Jimmy Choo 'Marina' Messenger Handbag
Presenting the messenger handbag, Jimmy Choo style. Glossy red patent leather trimmed with suede takes this practical style to an all-new level, polished with goldtone square rings and a logo plaque. The 'Marina' features a top zip closure, full lining, open pocket and zip pocket inside. Made in Italy. Dimensions: 14"L x 2"W x 13"H; 8 1/2" strap drop, adjustable.
PRICE: $299.00
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Jimmy Choo 'Ramona' Patent Ring Handbag
Skinny lace-through straps gather this glossy, white patent leather Jimmy Choo handbag into an unforgettable silhouette. The 'Ramona' features goldtone hardware and a front flap with push-lock closure. Made in Italy. Dimensions: 16"L x 6"W x 11"H.
PRICE: $399.00
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Jimmy Choo 'Riki' Satchel Leather Black Bag
Fully loaded. Two rows of lace-through leather straps, goldtone rings and a signature Jimmy Choo push-lock amp up this navy blue leather bag. Inside, you'll find a rich suede lining, zip pocket and open pocket. Two shoulder straps. Dimensions: 13"L x 6"W x 10"H; 7" drop handle.
PRICE: $399.00
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Jimmy Choo 2008 Alex Leather Bag White
White leather shoulder bag with a gold frame around sides, visible stitching and gold hardware. Jimmy Choo bag has gathering around the frame, two handles with a smaller handle across the middle, a central strap with signature weight on end and press stud fastening. Internally the bag has zip fastening and open pockets.
PRICE: $499.00
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Jimmy Choo 2008 Malena Shoulder Bag (Cognac)
*This hot JIMMY CHOO "malena" handbag boasts a framed opening witha zip closure, a motled patent leather body with suede trim, an inside zip pocket and an enamelled logo plate
*Made of soft patent leather with suede trim and brass hardware
*Made in Italy
PRICE: $499.00
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Jimmy Choo 2008 Metallic Leather Ramona Bag
Bronze-and-chocolate striped eel tote with gold hardware. Jimmy Choo tote has double handles, eyelets around the top through which thin, buckle fastening straps are threaded and a central strap which is secured behind a signature clasp fastening on the front. Lined in suede with lilac trim.
PRICE: $1,499.00
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Jimmy Choo 2008 Mona Large Tote Black
Black leather and suede tote with gold hardware and zippers. Jimmy Choo tote has two handles, a large zip fastening around the middle with logo underneath and zip fastening pockets on sides. Lined in suede with lilac ribbon trim.
PRICE: $499.00
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Jimmy Choo 2008 Perforated Riki Bag Gray
Metallic gray perforated leather bag with gold metallic underlayer and gold hardware. Jimmy Choo bag has two handles, thin straps threaded through rings along the top, a central securing flap fastened under a signature buckle on the front and feet on base. Lined in suede with lilac trim.
PRICE: $499.00
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