Jimmy Choo made his first pair of shoes at age eleven. He learned the art of shoemaking in his father's small shop in Penang, Malaysia. From humble beginnings, Choo has become an international sensation, famous for the glamorous shoes he creates. Elegant and expensive, Choo's handmade heels have graced the feet of princesses, actresses, and women around the world. Today, the name Jimmy Choo headlines a luxury shoe empire, with boutiques from Beverly Hills to Beijing. Despite fame and wealth, Choo remains a humble artist who focuses on crafting couture shoes and inspiring young designers to follow in his footsteps. Book jacket.