Datuk Jimmy Choo: 'I want people to share my energy'


Datuk Jimmy Choo says it's important to have not only skills, but also be knowledgeable and have originality. Photo: The Star/Zainudin Ahad

Behind the towering name which set off the creation of a brand that became synonymous with shoes is an unassuming, humble and soft-spoken man who talks passionately about his dedication to his craft.

We are in the executive lounge of GKelawei Hotel in Penang and Datuk Jimmy Choo is fresh off a flight from Australia where he presented the first masterclass in shoe design at Curtin University.

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